Drew

Drew has lived in Bocas del Toro, Panama, since 2015. He originally came to Panama to work as the Volunteer Coordinator for an NGO called Give and Surf. His 4 years with Give and Surf helped him to develop a deep connection to the local communities and to have a knowledge of Bocas that not many others do. Since 2021, Drew and his wife, Tamara, have run Sol Bungalows, a boutique overwater bungalow hotel on Isla Solarte rated in the top 1% of hotels worldwide on TripAdvisor. Everything on this blog comes from first-hand experience living, working and exploring in the islands. Follow them on Instagram @solbungalowsbocas!

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The Best TIme To Visit Bocas del Toro Panama + Monthly Weather Guide

The best time to visit Bocas del Toro, Panama is during the dry season from January to mid-April. Locals will also tell you that September, October and November are great months to visit. Overall, these months are statistically the driest and sunniest months of the year and your best bet to have beautiful Caribbean weather

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Where to Stay in Bocas del Toro, Panama (Island and Area Guide)

Choosing where to stay in Bocas del Toro, Panama is a difficult task for anyone who hasn’t been here before. Our Caribbean Island Archipelago is full of small, boutique-style accommodations that are spread throughout many different islands and communities. Each island offers a different experience and location plays a huge factor in what that experience will

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17 BEST Places to Stay in Bocas del Toro Panama (Quick Guide)

The best places to stay in Bocas del Toro Panama include overwater bungalows, tree houses, overwater hotels, and rainforest canopy lodges. Bocas del Toro is a Caribbean archipelago unlike any other in Latin America! We have lived in Bocas del Toro since 2015 and have watched it develop into one of the Caribbean’s premier destinations

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11 Best Overwater Bungalows & Places to Stay in Bocas del Toro (2026)

Bocas del Toro, Panama is an island archipelago much like the Maldives or Fiji, featuring several overwater bungalow places to stay, as well as overwater hotels, hostels, lodges, and AirBnb’s. In Bocas del Toro, being over the water isn’t just for luxury resorts, it’s the local way of life! We have been living in Bocas

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Isla Bastimentos, Panama: A Local’s Travel Guide (2026)

Isla Bastimentos in Panama is the largest island in the Bocas del Toro archipelago and one of the most popular islands for tourism. The Afro-Caribbean town of Old Bank is the capital of the island and the second-largest population center in the archipelago. This guide is part of our complete Bocas del Toro Travel Guide,

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10 Reasons Bocas del Toro Is Worth Visiting

Bocas del Toro is worth visiting for its untouched beaches, lush rainforests, unique experiences, surfing, diving, and a slow-paced, small-town vibe. The islands have affordable overwater bungalows and jungle hideaways, and the boating lifestyle permeates everyday life. This guide is part of our complete Bocas del Toro Travel Guide, written by locals who have lived

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October: 25-27, 26-29
November: 13-15
December: 27-29

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