Spiny crab orbweaver (micrathena). Not your usual kind of spider. Very bright colored and dangerous looking (look at the evil eyes!). If you look at it long enough don’t be surprised if you suddenly feel itchy all over. 
Photo by artour_a.
Bienvenidos to the fourth issue of the PanamaForum.com newsletter!
Last week we added quite a lot of interesting material on the
Panama Canal to the Forum. You can check it out here:
http://www.panamaforum.com/panama-canal/
This week we’ll put up some photos and recipes of delicious
Panamanian cuisine, so be sure to check in every now and again to
feast on mouth watering food pics. Try to cook some real genuine
Panamanian food too!
For now, take a deep breath and enjoy Panama, and see you soon!
LATEST NEWS:
TOP PANAMA THREADS:
- Panama Climate
When is the best time to travel to Panama? Or to go shopping? When is the rainy season? It’s a whirlwind of information. Check out this thread out now and be sure to join in too!
- Best Beaches in Panama
Where are the best beaches in Panama? What are the hot spots for surfers? Check out this thread and share your opinion too.
- Getting to the Islands
How can you get to the islands? Which islands are the best for a vacation? Or for wildlife lovers? Ask your questions and get them answered on this thread. Share your experiences!
A marvelous view on Dolphin Bay in Bocas del Toro. So serene and peaceful… I truly wish I were there now.
Photo by artour_a.
This crocodile ornate hopper is one of the most bizarre looking insects I’ve ever seen! Of course, where else can you find it than in Panama. 
Photo by artour_a.
Beautiful view of the Panama City skyline enjoyed by seagulls and pelicans.
Photo by artour_a.
Hi friends,
This weekend you can learn more about the Panama Canal, from its creation early last century to the current expansion.
There are currently two threads in our new Panama Canal forum. One is called Panama Canal Photos and it has some quite mesmerizing photos of the canal.
The other thread is called Panama Canal Expansion and as the name says, it has all the lastest news and exact details on the expansion of the Panama Canal. You can access it here:
And of course there is the very interesting thread called History of Panama which tells us how the Panama Canal was conceived and constructed, as well as the history of Panama the country:
So what else is new in Panama and at PanamaForum.com?
LATEST NEWS:
- First Graduation from Cuban Literacy Program in Panama
Panama’s President Martin Torrijos gave out diplomas Monday to the first 350 people who learned to read and write using the Cuban ”Yes I Can” literacy teaching method. The literacy program is aimed at 188,000 Panamanians who, according to a recent census, are illiterate. It seeks to teach the first 40,000 by the end of this year and the rest by the end of 2008.
- Panama Medical Tourism. (Individually Tailored Medical Tours).
Beauty procedures that a medical tourist could REALISTICALLY hope to accomplish in a minimum amount of time without disrupting or interfering with all the attractions and things to do during a visit to Panama. The prices are some 30-50% less than USA, Europe or the United Kingdom.
TOP PANAMA THREADS:
- Small Kitchen Appliances
There are so many shops mentioned that your head will start to spin.
- Medication
Can you get your medications in Panama without prescription? Are there online farmacies where you can just order your drugs and have them deliver it to you? Maybe you want to ask some questions and get them answered here.
- How long did it take you to learn Spanish?
Everyone is different, but most can benefit from reading this thread. Learn some new tips to improve your Spanish and discover helpful resources that will help you speak better!
- And Spanish learning tips for a newbie…
Free websites you can use to learn Spanish. Great info that will surely help you get started with Spanish.
- Volcanoes in Panama?
Are there any volcanoes in Panama? Are they active? When did they last erupt? How about earthquakes? Find out.
Have a great weekend, and enjoy Panama!
Sitting under the sun at midday, this Panamanian awaits tourists who want to ride on his horses at Farallón beach, Coclé.
Photo by Quezzo.
Doors of Casco Viejo, Panama City with a deeply romantic touch to them. The dirt and deterioration make them even more beautiful.
Photo by -Wega-.
Coibita Beach, Coiba National Park. Jungle, palm trees, and white beach all in one!
Photo by artour_a.
This Hibiscus flower was shot at the Flower Festival of Boquete. Boquete is known for its beautiful flowers. And this flower is a true beauty in its full bloom.
Photo by Jhaan.