[News Boquete] Travel Advisory: Panama August 2026

The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Panama on August 19, 2026. There was no change to the advisory level. The unrest indicator was removed. Advisory summary was updated.

U.S. government employees working in Panama need special authorization to travel to the Mosquito Gulf and the Darién Region due to safety risks. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in these areas.

 

Crime

Crime occurs in Panama, including theft and residential break-ins. Crimes of opportunity such as pickpocketing and purse snatching can happen in tourist areas. The U.S. embassy receives occasional reports of residential break-ins, especially during the holiday season.

Unrest

Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. Demonstrations may disrupt transportation and other essential services.

Mosquito Gulf – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Do Not Travel to Mosquito Gulf due to crime.

The Mosquito Gulf is an extremely remote and inaccessible area along the north (Caribbean) coast of Panama.

Do not travel within 10 miles of the coastline, from Alligator Creek to Cocle del Norte. Drug trafficking and other illicit activities occur in this area.

Parts of the Darién Region – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Do Not Travel to parts of the Darién Region due to crime.

Do not travel to the following areas of the Darién Region:

• All areas south of Jaque, Manene, Yaviza, and Lajas Blancas communities to the Colombian border.
• The community of Lajas Blancas.
• The community of El Salto.

Criminal activity and human trafficking networks operate in these areas. Police presence and emergency response are extremely limited.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.

If you decide to travel to Panama:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Review the Country Security Report for Panama.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
• Review our information on Crime Abroad and for Victims of Crime.Be aware of your surroundings, especially when traveling to remote areas.
• Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
• Do not display signs of wealth, like expensive watches or jewelry.
• Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
• Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans
• Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
• We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.

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[News Boquete] Elvis Presley Karaoke Night - August 20th

Dear friends, On behalf of *The Boquete Handicap Foundation*, I am thrilled to invite you to a special event presented by ACCB: *An Evening with Elvis at Big Daddy's on August 20th at 5 PM.* Get ready for a night filled with karaoke, entertainment, and all things Elvis! Whether you're a fan of the King or just looking for a fun night out, this is the perfect opportunity to sing your heart out, enjoy great company, and dance the night away. *Chef Chris Young* is preparing some amazing specials for the evening, including grilled beef or fish served with rice and vegetables – all for just $14.00! The best part? *A portion of all food sales will go directly to supporting programs for people with disabilities through The Handicap Foundation. * Let’s come together to eat, sing, dance, and make a difference in our community. *To reserve your meal, simply WhatsApp your selection to 6494-4985.* We’d love to see you there for this fantastic evening of fun and philanthropy. Feel free to share this invitation with friends and family who might also want to join! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. *Yuri Pittí Montenegro* /Directora Ejecutiva - Capítulo de Boquete/ /Executive Director - Boquete Chapter / /We support people with disabilities in the Boquete District so they can access healthcare, education, food, and recreation. Ask me how you can help!/ /Apoyamos a personas con discapacidad,  del Distrito de Boquete, para que tengan acceso a salud, educación, alimentación y recreación. Pregúntame cómo puedes apoyar! / https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zKovqOAyHZWiAEP7s6UCmevvQ1lQXLCpCvKM6XTJLWfwjxGd1NT5XsTGNJmK7Gq6ztkxF5W3HBH3B6

[News Boquete] Sip and Paint Fundraiser for Amigos de Animales

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[News Boquete] ACCB bingo -- every Tuesday at Stone Cabins

*Every Tuesday, opens at 4:00pm, games begin at 5:00pm.* *Numbers called in English and Spanish. Profit goes to assisting needy children and other local charities.* *WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT to continue our on-going projects.* *We want to see your smiling face.......* — at Casa Vieja Boquete <https://www.facebook.com/Casa-Vieja-Boquete-117881216787234/?__cft__[0]=AZYZu42_E8tS2PJDmtGLHp5vNvCGrKeq3_tYsbwSPSwrD4Te1UEePS7p2e3r8OldYxI3sxrKvF6X3Z---Pt0UUMF83xeMqdJ-iO5NlLVT6cCT2wVSR7KZO1uBDOIDWgNRIWfp6DUyHrVUnhx0xywVhq-3NKGNKEHjNKLtZNFVYtAmr8QM5fkRSk184XggHvi6KyEupD2bRvIQ2hF__QqXMuleiWBOz-NiDf8Vql68LosC-0DQA8KTDOAXGzFuKMo-_gbcp3r1sh6yemeXuY6p4rf7qjXYabbY69MV1QDOexo5A&__tn__=kK-y-R>. ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

[News Boquete] Dedication of Library Park Bench for Louis Orr

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[News Boquete] Surviving and thriving a cancer diagnosis

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[News Boquete] Dance Party with DJ MIKE! at Tapout - 5:30pm Thursday, August 27th

It’s almost time to get down with DJ MIKE! at Tapout - Thursday, August 27th, at 5:30pm, come dance to the best party music from the 50s to today - funk, pop, salsa, rock, and more. I take requests - if you want to dance to it, I want to play it. Check out the new menu items from wonderful Chef Sunny! The best dance party in town is at Tapout - where parties come to happen.  @tapoutboquete IMG_3893.jpg

[News Boquete] Dine and sing with Elvis at Big Daddy's and benefit the Handicap Foundation

*ACCB presents "An evening with Elvis". * *Show off your talents. Best dressed wins a prize.* *All proceeds go to The Handicap Foundation* *Beef or fish diner -- $14* *Big Daddy's, August 20th at 5 PM* *RSVP dinner selecton to 6366-9977* ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

[News Boquete] IMPORTANT -- TODAY'S BCP PERFORMANCE CANCELLED

Due to the cancer fundraiser currently taking place at the Fairgroundes, the roads are closed and parking is virtually non-existent.  BCP has been forced to cancel today's performance of The Director's Spotlight. They will be figuring out how to refund your ticket or reschedule. They apologize for this unavoidable last minute change in plans. 

Boquete Community Players

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[News Boquete] Computers and monitors for sale benefiting the Boquete Handicap Foundation

The Boquete Handicap Foundation has these computers and monitors for sale. All are unconditionally guaranteed for 60 days. We give discounts to Panamanian students and to charities. Email Penny at pjbarrett@aol.com or text WhatsApp 6510-8934.

Dell Inspiron 22-3265 ALL-IN-One Desktop, 21.5" Screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 256 GB Solid State Drive, 8GB RAM, CD/DVD, AMD A6-7310 Radeon R4 Graphics, Quad Core 2.0 GHz Processor, 4 USB Ports, HDMI Port --$225

 

Dell Latitude 3140 Laptop, 11.6" Screen with camera, Windows 11, Intel N100 Quad Core 3.40 GHz Processor, 4 GB RAM, 60GB Solid State Drive, 2 USB Ports, HDMI Port -- $160 -- SOLD

 

HP Compaq Elite 8300 SFF Desktop, Windows 10 Home, 240 GB Solid State Drive, 8 GB RAM, CD/DVD, Intel i5-3570 Dual Core Quad Thread 3.40 GHz Processor, VGA Port, 10 USB Ports -- $195

 

ACER Aspire 5920 Laptop, 15.4 " Screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 1 TB Hard Disk Drive, 4 GB RAM, Intel T5250 Dual Core 1.50 GHz Processor, CD/DVD, VGA Port, 4 USB Ports -- $110

 

DELL Latitude E7250 Laptop, 12.5" Screen with camera, Windows 10 Home, 256 GB Solid State Drive, 8 GB RAM, Backlit keyboard, Intel i5-5300u Dual Core Quad Thread 2.30 GHz Processor, Bluetooth, 3 USB Ports, HDMI Port, New Battery -- $170

 

DELL Latitude E6420 Laptop, 14" Screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 256 GB SSD (Solid State  Drive), 8GB RAM, CD/DVD, Intel i5-2520M Dual Core Quad Thread 2.50 GHz Processor, 4 USB Ports, VGA Port, HDMI, New Battery -- $185

 

HP Pavillion 17 Notebook, 17.3" screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 256 GB Solid State Drive, 8 GB RAM, Intel i3-3130 m Dual Core Quad Thread 2.60 GHz Processor, 3 USB Ports, HDMI Port -- $210

 

ASUS VivoBook S301LA Laptop, 13.3" Screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 240 GB Solid State Drive, Bluetooth, 4 GB RAM, Intel i5-4200u Dual Core Quad Thread 1.60 GHz Processor, 3 USB Ports, HDMI Port -- $175

Monitors

Dell 2001FP 20.1” 1600x1200 4:3 heavy duty monitor – $25

Dell 15" Monitor in good condition -- $40

Lenovo D19-10 - Monitor, 18.5inch, HD 1366 x 768p, TN WLED, 16:9, 60Hz, Refresh Rate, Black – $50

Upstar P220YM, a 22-inch (21.5" viewable) widescreen LED LCD monitor that features Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution and standard VGA input – $60

Insignia NS-L19X LCD 19" TV with remote. Also can be used as a monitor with both VGA and HDMI input. Has faint blue line on the screen that disappears when used as a monitor. -- $45

Samsung 22" monitor with standard VGA input. Good condition -- $55

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