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How Long Should We Stay in the San Blas Islands?
Stays of 4 -7 nights are preferable and offer clear benefits to travelers aiming to sail through the legendaries Dutch and Coco Bandero...

Amanda
May 3, 2024


Is there Malaria in the San Blas Islands?
With no reports of malaria cases known in our 20 nautical miles navigation area, the San Blas islands remain free of any malaria risk,...

Matt
Apr 30, 2024


In Search of the Elusive and Rare Albino Nurse Shark in San Blas
Last spotted April 24th 2024 around the shallows of the San Blas Cays, this rare specimen of nurse shark is one of the few known to have...

Amanda
Apr 25, 2024


Dinghy Thefts While on your Sailing Charter in the BVI and other Rapidly Growing Annoyances
As tourism rapidly develops in most of the other Caribbean sailing charter destinations, so does insecurity in various forms. What's the...

Matt
Apr 24, 2024


Is it Safe to Fly to San Blas?
Yes it is completely safe. Panamanian aviation safety standards in place make flying in Panama as safe as it would be in the US or...

Amanda
Apr 13, 2024


Top 5 Reasons for Choosing a Catamaran Instead of a Monohull for Your Next Sailing Holidays
When embarking on a sailing vacation in the Caribbean or elsewhere, choosing the correct type of boat for your sailing charter is your...

Chris
Apr 11, 2024


Top 5 Luxury Travel Tips for Visiting Panama
Following is a list of the main factors to consider prior to booking your luxury experience in Panama. You’re not traveling to Europe...

Chris
Apr 7, 2024


The Sunscreen Problem and how it Affects Corals in the Caribbean
Understanding the Hidden Impact of Sunscreen on Marine Life In order to preserve the Corals and the marine life around it, we recommend using when possible, n atural sunscreen alternatives that can effectively protect you from the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreen can indeed have a significant impact on coral reefs. It is now well-established that certain chemicals found in sunscreen and other personal care products can be harmful to coral ecosystems. These chemicals

Amanda
Apr 5, 2024


Is it Possible to Sail from Bocas del Toro to San Blas?
Yes it is, but the more than 200 nautical miles in rough open seas that separate these two sailing destinations in Panama make the...

Matt
Apr 4, 2024


Bahamas, BVI or the San Blas Islands, Which is Better?
Each destination has its own particularities and offer differentiated activities and highlights. These 3 locations offer unique...

Amanda
Mar 30, 2024
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