Guides, destination stories, and practical tips for traveling in Panama and abroad. Discover attractions, itineraries, and cultural highlights for visitors.
Panama will activate lane reversals on major routes starting April 2 to handle holiday travel for Semana Santa. Authorities expect more than 100,000 vehicles to head to the interior and are deploying traffic units nationwide.
Panama’s tourism industry is posting stronger hotel occupancy and higher spending, with officials projecting $6.5 billion in visitor spending by 2025. Growth has been driven by airline partnerships, targeted marketing and the Panamá Stopover program.
NASA has started fueling Artemis II ahead of a planned launch from Florida that would send four astronauts into lunar orbit for the first time since 1972. The 10-day mission could also set a record as the farthest crewed flight from Earth.
Panama will begin Holy Week lane reversals on the Inter-American Highway on April 2 to ease traffic toward the interior. More than 26,000 security personnel will also be deployed nationwide for the holiday period.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment has deployed more than 700 officials nationwide for Holy Week 2026 to protect natural areas and support visitors. The operation targets beaches, forests, rivers, and protected zones during one of the country’s busiest travel periods.
Sinaproc has activated 53 coverage points for Panama’s Semana Santa 2026 operation as authorities warn of rough sea conditions. Officials are urging families to avoid alcohol before swimming, stay hydrated, and protect themselves from the sun.
Panama’s Cabinet approved an exceptional contract for Alstom Panamá to maintain Line 2 of the Metro for six months. The work comes as ridership rises amid higher fuel prices and greater demand for public transport.
The Pink Moon will be visible across Panama tonight, with the best views expected from beaches and rural areas away from city lights. It will still be visible from urban zones, including Panama City.
A small plane flying to Cartagena, Colombia, made an emergency landing at Panama Pacific Airport west of Panama City. The diversion underscores the role of nearby airports in handling in-flight emergencies safely.
A small aircraft made an emergency landing at Panama Pacífico International Airport after an electrical failure and landing gear trouble during approach. The incident underscores the importance of aviation safety and airport emergency readiness in Panama.
Albrook terminal in Panama City is preparing for a surge in Semana Santa travel, with passenger numbers expected to top last year’s 280,000. The holiday week is set to bring heavy movement toward the interior of the country.
Panama has launched Easter holiday traffic operations that include reversible lanes starting April 2 to help manage heavy travel during Semana Santa. The measure aims to ease congestion on key routes out of Panama City and across the country.
Panama City will restrict vehicle access to Casco Antiguo during Holy Week, with closures and traffic controls in place to manage movement in the historic district.
Boquete’s first annual “Tastes from the Masters” brunch will feature 15 chefs and raise funds for Parque Biblioteca Boquete. Ticket proceeds are set to support the community space’s free public access and operations.
A private Beechcraft King Air made an emergency landing at Panama Pacific International Airport after reporting electrical and landing gear problems. Airport firefighters responded immediately and operations were temporarily suspended.
The Casco Antiguo will mark Holy Thursday with a procession of the Last Supper, featuring a 2,500-pound sculpture carried by 140 bearers. The display is expected to draw large crowds to Panama City’s historic center during Holy Week.
Panama City will partially close the Mercado de Mariscos and San Felipe Neri on April 6 for a scheduled cleaning day. The maintenance aims to improve sanitation at two of the capital’s busiest public markets.
The Arraiján Cabecera roundabout remains closed as demolition work continues, cutting off access from the Pan-American Highway toward the local police station. The closure is disrupting traffic through a key point in Panama Oeste.
Panama’s traffic authority will restrict heavy equipment from April 2 to April 6 during Holy Week to improve road safety and traffic flow. The measure comes as travel increases nationwide for the holiday period.
Panama will launch a Semana Santa traffic operation Thursday with reversible lanes from Avenida de los Mártires to San Carlos, plus special measures for Good Friday and Sunday returns.