The three most vivid years of my childhood were spent on a tropical island in the Pacific Ocean. The natural limits of the territory prompted us to dig deep into our surroundings. We enjoyed the […]
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Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo is the hidden gem that preserves and awakens the original high society spirit embracing the French glamorous Joie de Vivre. Behind its historic façade originally built in 1917 by James C. […]
El Otro Lado
El Otro Lado is a private retreat on Panama’s Caribbean Coast located within Portobelo National Park, just across the bay from the historic town of Portobelo. The property features 4 oceanfront casitas, and a 3-suite, […]
Sweet Bocas
Sweet Bocas is a private oceanfront retreat located in a 15-acre private island in the Bocas del Toro archipelago. This 7-bedroom villa offers unmatched privacy, world-class cuisine, adventure, and relaxation while keeping a sustainable ethos.
Islas Secas
Islas Secas Reserve & Lodge is located on a private archipelago, 20 miles from the nearest port in the Pacific Coast province of Chiriqui. It offers a private hideaway nestled in 14 volcanic islands with […]
Nayara Bocas Bali
Nayara Bocas Bali is a Balinese-inspired, over-the-water getaway in Panama’s Bocas del Toro archipelago. 100% off-grid, with unique artwork and serene surroundings. Its 16 villas provide privacy and elbow room for a secluded escape.
Cayuga: Hans Pfister
In this conversation with Hans Pfister, co-founder of Cayuga Collection in Central America, we discuss the triple-bottom-line objectives of luxury eco-lodges, the role of sustainable tourism in environmental conservation, and how to tell if a […]
Savoring Latin America: LANDED’s Favorite Restaurants
One of the best ways to immerse oneself in a new culture is through gastronomy, and Latin America offers a rich and diverse culinary scene that reflects its history and traditions…
Winter Woes Be Gone: A Virtual Tour of Central & South America’s Best Beaches
Winter can be a tough time for many of us, with shorter days and colder temperatures making it hard to shake off the winter blues. If you’re in need of inspiration for your next trip…
Islas Secas: Andrey Gomez
Andrey Gomez is at the top of his game. After more than 25 years as a general manager at top-tier retreats in Costa Rica and Nicaragua, Andrey was named Managing Director of Islas Secas—Panama’s premier […]
Islas Secas Travel Album
Islas Secas is a private island retreat on the Pacific Coast of the Panamanian province of Chiriqui. We loved our time at Islas Secas. This album shows some of the reasons why.
Isla Palenque Travel Album
Isla Palenque Resort is a private island retreat on the Pacific Coast of the Panamanian province of Chiriqui. We loved our time at Isla Palenque. This album shows some of the reasons why.