took me 53 years to get here (Turns out I was waiting for the right folks to go with)If you havent explored Panama yet, heres what Id do again. This trip was part vaca, part getting lost on purpose – & squeezing in a little research for Camp (while pretending not to take notes) Backwoods horseback ride Hilltop birdwatching (binoculars + patience) Paddle board the canyon (upper body surprise) Ceramics workshop Historic Panama City walk Native craft stalls (dangerously good) Local makers market (pace yourself) Follow the stray dogs (they know things) Beach sunrise at 6am (worth it) Bike the coastline (stop a lot) Find all the abandoned palm-roof shacks drive washed out Riverbeds to hidden waterfalls finally learn some yoga moves @clairemarkyoga ) Meet artists on the historic square Eat well. Often.But the real reason is legit just to get to spend more time with old friends, make a few new ones, soul search, stretch in unexpected ways & come home with more gratitude than souvenirs.Forever grateful for the invitation, the perspective & reminder: the best finds are the people you share the adventure with..Also Thank-you : @sansararesort @jennykyoga

January 22, 2026 • Published by Tereasa Surratt • Instagram