Panama

At once wild and sophisticated, Panama lures intrepid travelers with teeming rain forests, hundreds of jewel-like islands and the ultra-hip nightspots of its salsas infused capital. Find your own sun-drenched beach, mingle with the Kuna Indians or dance until dawn at a frenzied fiesta-Panama offers adventure at every turn. Grab your hat and let our best-selling guide show you all the facets of Central America's undiscovered gem. Get-out : our outdoor activities chapter gives you the scoop on surfing, snorkeling, hiking, birding and more. Get below the surface: informed and insightful features on history, culture and contemporary life. Eat, drink and be merry : rank, in-depth dining and entertainment reviews, from ceviche to merengue. Find your way : 73 easy-to-use maps, more than any other guidebook to Panama. Learn the lingo: earn smiles from the locals with our handy Spanish language section.