Rico and Yvonne stranded

Bonkers in Bocas

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May 11th 2010
We’ve been on the Caribbean islands of Bocus de Toro. The crossing into Panama was interesting. Very relaxed and no need to pay the suspected £26 departure tax which you would have to pay should you fly. Oh Oh Kenny. We crossed the border at Sixaola. An old railroad bridge spans the river between Guabito and Sixaola, Costa Rica. We’ve been here 3 nights and have just moved islands today. W ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Panama » Bocas Del Toro

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With US backing, Panama seceded from Colombia in 1903 and promptly signed a treaty with the US allowing for the construction of a canal and US sovereignty over a strip of land on either side of the structure (the Panama Canal Zone). The Panama Canal ... ... read more