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Originally Posted by HardDrive
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I originally posted this in the Hotels thread but it never got "promoted".
Heading down to Panama City for a few nights after visiting San Jose Costa Rica in late August. This will be my second trip to Panama City but the first time was just after they opened up post-Covid so my knowledge is limited.
That trip I stayed at the Hotel El Panama and had a great stay. Great pool, good breakfast and very nice room. A very short walk to Don Julios. It was completely guest friendly then but that might have been do to the fact there were very few guests at that time and little staffing at the front desk late at night. I have tried to contact them via email to find out their current policy on unregistered guests but have not gotten a response yet.
I did most of my "partying" at Don Julios (old Habanos) and at the little bar / restaurant around the corner. I would like to stay in the same area.
I have searched here and can't find any definitive answers on guest friendly hotels. Some reports say a hotel is guest friendly others say pay $80. I would be amenable paying a small fee for a guest if necessary (maybe $20 or $30). Any current information would be greatly appreciated.
Any recommendations? Thanks.
I stayed at the W Panama earlier this month for a week. I got a decent rate plus a suite upgrade due to my Marriott status. I averaged about 2 girls a night (mainly from Habanos) no issues. Would just greet the guards and just walk in and out. On the weekend there was these parties at the hotel with people milling around the entrance even at 2 am which helps. But nobody ever stopped or asked anything.
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Beirut
Originally Posted by HardDrive
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Lee,
I walked past it many times on my way to Don Julios. Looks like a nice hotel and a great location. If you walk toward Don Julios and take a left instead of a right you will run into a good middle eastern restaurant. I can't remember the name though. Nice open air seating and good food. Not too expensive.
I look forward to your report.
Thanks.
Beirut.
Eaten there many times.
Lee.
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Originally Posted by Lee
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I will be staying at the Marriott AC In June. It's just a few doors up from Don Julios on the same block. I'll let you know what their policy is..
Lee,
I walked past it many times on my way to Don Julios. Looks like a nice hotel and a great location. If you walk toward Don Julios and take a left instead of a right you will run into a good middle eastern restaurant. I can't remember the name though. Nice open air seating and good food. Not too expensive.
I look forward to your report.
Thanks.
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Marriott AC
Originally Posted by HardDrive
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I originally posted this in the Hotels thread but it never got "promoted".
Heading down to Panama City for a few nights after visiting San Jose Costa Rica in late August. This will be my second trip to Panama City but the first time was just after they opened up post-Covid so my knowledge is limited.
That trip I stayed at the Hotel El Panama and had a great stay. Great pool, good breakfast and very nice room. A very short walk to Don Julios. It was completely guest friendly then but that might have been do to the fact there were very few guests at that time and little staffing at the front desk late at night. I have tried to contact them via email to find out their current policy on unregistered guests but have not gotten a response yet.
I did most of my "partying" at Don Julios (old Habanos) and at the little bar / restaurant around the corner. I would like to stay in the same area.
I have searched here and can't find any definitive answers on guest friendly hotels. Some reports say a hotel is guest friendly others say pay $80. I would be amenable paying a small fee for a guest if necessary (maybe $20 or $30). Any current information would be greatly appreciated.
Any recommendations? Thanks.
I will be staying at the Marriott AC In June. It's just a few doors up from Don Julios on the same block. I'll let you know what their policy is.
Lee.
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Hotel Advice Needed. Panama City. August 27 - 31
I originally posted this in the Hotels thread but it never got "promoted".
Heading down to Panama City for a few nights after visiting San Jose Costa Rica in late August. This will be my second trip to Panama City but the first time was just after they opened up post-Covid so my knowledge is limited.
That trip I stayed at the Hotel El Panama and had a great stay. Great pool, good breakfast and very nice room. A very short walk to Don Julios. It was completely guest friendly then but that might have been do to the fact there were very few guests at that time and little staffing at the front desk late at night. I have tried to contact them via email to find out their current policy on unregistered guests but have not gotten a response yet.
I did most of my "partying" at Don Julios (old Habanos) and at the little bar / restaurant around the corner. I would like to stay in the same area.
I have searched here and can't find any definitive answers on guest friendly hotels. Some reports say a hotel is guest friendly others say pay $80. I would be amenable paying a small fee for a guest if necessary (maybe $20 or $30). Any current information would be greatly appreciated.
Any recommendations? Thanks.
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Originally Posted by AllanParke
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That's a first through my travels, unbelievable. I wonder what is his angle, what is he trying to gain? As I mentioned and the other guy, he didn't even ask or seem like he was going to ask for any $$.
The same black guy came up to me at this rooftop bar with the same fucking story. My spidey senses were tingling so I figured he was lying because the story seemed way too crazy. I just bought him a coke and told him good luck.
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Originally Posted by MahaSiddha
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Which Don Julios you are referring to? Also l can only find ocean sun casino on Google.
Don Julio's aka Habano's is the girl bar in front of the Marriott Hotel in the main tourist sector. It's a little confusing because it changes names, and there are a couple of adjacent joints with unclear boundaries and signs.
The Ocean Sun casino is connected to the JW Marriott Hotel in Punta Pacifica, located between other residential towers. It was formerly The Trump Hotel.
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Originally Posted by AllanParke
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This was my first trip to Panama so I don't think I have the breadth of experience to fully give you an objective evaluation, but I'll briefly summarize. I'd say I'm still relatively new to the game overall. I've had some fun in the states for several years, but only have taken my talents overseas starting in 2019. I like to report for the newer guys looking for the most up-to-date info as I was once that guy, and still am. So far I've only been to the following, but have been to them multiple times except for Medellin (only traveled once unrelated to hobbying).
Santiago DR: I've stayed here twice, and tried to do the urban city tourist thing. Just wasn't into it both times and just wished I was in Sosua. I feel like if I was going to live in DR I would move here because of the availability of modern amenities but just vacationing, I prefer Sosua. It's not that far away anyway, you could certainly do both in one trip. Girls are plentiful, but not concentrated in one area. I use Tinder to find chicas. I've heard you can pick them up around the university but I haven't been that lucky. Food and Hotels overall are cheaper in DR than in Panama City and you'll only really find Domicinan girls here in Santiago. The downside is if you're a westerner you'll stick out like a sore thumb. Tourism isn't really a thing in Santiago, and I've heard of higher petty crime here towards westerners.
Sosua DR: Been here 4 times and probably my favorite. It was my first international trip. I like it because of the variety and the ease of finding a GFE experience. Girls from every city in DR come to Sosua to make some cash. Cities you've never heard of will have chicas here hustling. I usually find one or two that I bring back to my place the entire trip. They often will stay overnight cook for you if you buy groceries, and just relax, which is always what I'm looking for. Plus I think the beauty of the beaches are unmatched along the northern side of the islands between Cabarete, Sosua, and Puerto Plata city. I just feel more relaxed here due to the beachy nature of the city as well. Food is cheaper than Panama and there's a ton of variety of great restaurants along the beach that you can sample while being bombarded with soliciting chicas. My favorite is this small beach restaurant called Fast Freddy's. Their food is amazing and fresh. Always a good environment, and it's far enough away from the main strip where you won't be bothered (as much). I remember during lockdown I was staying in an Airbnb across town in the city and ordered delivery. Freddy himself delivered the food (with a motoconcho driver) I was amazed because they are always so busy. Great vibes overall. The only problem is I've heard the cost of admission is going up with chicas in the city due to the number of westerners traveling here as of recent and bringing their western flashy culture along with them. May not be an affordable paradise much longer, who knows. I don't speculate. I also don't go during the larger tourist times such as the super bowl, Halloween etc. There's usually an influx of westerners and chicas but just not my cup of tea. I'd say it's more peaceful than Panama, food is cheaper, but hotels and Airbnb's are probably in the same ballpark range. I selected AC Marriot because it was one of the cheaper places I was willing to stay in Panama City in the $120/ night range. Depending on where you stay in sosua, hotel, Airbnb, or villa it could cost more. Chicas are cheaper in my opinion here as well because of my preference. I feel like I always get more bang for my buck.
Tijuana MEX: Been here about 4 times as well all for weekend trips (2-3 days). Great stay for a couple of days or for those that are close, one night and back over the border. Crossing the border is relatively simple and always quick. I've always only walked over. You will find Colombian and Venezuelan chicas working in the clubs and some of the indy sites and agencies. Chica prices are decent, I haven't seen or heard of more than $150/ HR here, and food at restaurants are cheaper than Panama. Depends on what hotel you stay in but I think overall hotels are cheaper in the 3-4 star range. I don't think GFE exists in Tijuana though. If that's not your thing then whatever, but every minute will be counted (from my experience). I've tried it all. HK, Adeletas, Indy sites, Agencies, and Massage parlors, and it's always a business transaction. I have frequented the same girl a couple of times from the agencies but even then, it was still mostly business as usual. Can't blame them though, they have lives outside of this world.
Medellin Colombia: Stayed for a different reason, didn't hit the scene due to the group I traveled with. But I did check out the site here for the cliff notes and know what to expect when I do go next time. Probably most naturally beautiful place I've been.
My next trip will be SE Asia, likely to Pattaya. From the reports and such I think I would like it there a lot because of the GFE factor. I prefer to find a girl that fits my "needs" and ware her out my entire trip, only rotating once or twice if necessary.
Cheers,
AP.
Which Don Julios you are referring to?
I search on Google there are three.
Also l can only find ocean sun casino on Google.
Is it the same as ocean view casino ??
Thanks for the help
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Originally Posted by JackMiami
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Yes. I'm not the guy who asked, but I got the same story from that guy several years ago while sitting at a bar. I kept waiting for the request for money to come, but it never did (and I didn't offer).
If he scams full-time, can't believe he's still there, since Panama was a ghost town for over a year during COVID.
Also, Uber is about half the price of the yellow cabs at the airport, but there can be a 15-minute wait for drivers and you need to be careful about scams. I've had them add on $10 for tolls when the actual toll is like $2.
That's a first through my travels, unbelievable. I wonder what is his angle, what is he trying to gain? As I mentioned and the other guy, he didn't even ask or seem like he was going to ask for any $$.
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Originally Posted by Gritzzyy
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I'm new to posting on this site so bear with me.
Ended up flying in on Tuesday and wasted no time hitting the panama streets with all the information gathered from this thread as well as the Panama Maps. (I have little to no Spanish BTW).
Did the tourist stuff during the day and a local mentioned Chupitos. Went in around 10 PM decent club and the women where dressed up. I ended up just chatting with a couple of them using the translator and the price range was the same one fifty and up straight gringo prices. Didn't leave with anything but remembered from the forum La Mayor so headed there. Found out this place is no longer in business but literally next door is a place called La Bocatorena and this was the game changer for me. Thirty to midnight and it was filled with about twenty women all different shapes and sizes it was a candy shop! There are two sections and the women just go from one side to the other so I chilled at the bar on one side with my Corona and observed how things worked. I noticed a lot a activity of coupled men and women coming from and in the back room just to find out they have janky rooms you can take a women of your choice back to. Couple beers in and it was about that time, this Colombian woman kept eyeing me so it was a great tester I'd say 7. 5. She quoted me twenty dollars and in my head I'm like yeah right so I played along. Walked through the mysterious back door to an office where she handed my twenty to this guy and he gave her back fifteen with keys and soap. She led me to this janky room that kinda mimics a jail cell..
Great Report mate, was in Panama during the covid lockdown but didn't knew about La-Bocatorena. This is the place to check out on the next trip to panama.
Cheers.
Peace.
Disfruta.
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Originally Posted by AllanParke
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Spot on, wearing a yellow goldish polo shirt and grey shorts. Was my assessment of him off?
Yes. I'm not the guy who asked, but I got the same story from that guy several years ago while sitting at a bar. I kept waiting for the request for money to come, but it never did (and I didn't offer).
If he scams full-time, can't believe he's still there, since Panama was a ghost town for over a year during COVID.
Also, Uber is about half the price of the yellow cabs at the airport, but there can be a 15-minute wait for drivers and you need to be careful about scams. I've had them add on $10 for tolls when the actual toll is like $2.
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Originally Posted by AmorPorFavor
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What other Latin American cities have you been to and how does Panama City compare with them? What are the pros and cons of the cities and how would you rank them as destinations?
This was my first trip to Panama so I don't think I have the breadth of experience to fully give you an objective evaluation, but I'll briefly summarize. I'd say I'm still relatively new to the game overall. I've had some fun in the states for several years, but only have taken my talents overseas starting in 2019. I like to report for the newer guys looking for the most up-to-date info as I was once that guy, and still am. So far I've only been to the following, but have been to them multiple times except for Medellin (only traveled once unrelated to hobbying).
Santiago DR: I've stayed here twice, and tried to do the urban city tourist thing. Just wasn't into it both times and just wished I was in Sosua. I feel like if I was going to live in DR I would move here because of the availability of modern amenities but just vacationing, I prefer Sosua. It's not that far away anyway, you could certainly do both in one trip. Girls are plentiful, but not concentrated in one area. I use Tinder to find chicas. I've heard you can pick them up around the university but I haven't been that lucky. Food and Hotels overall are cheaper in DR than in Panama City and you'll only really find Domicinan girls here in Santiago. The downside is if you're a westerner you'll stick out like a sore thumb. Tourism isn't really a thing in Santiago, and I've heard of higher petty crime here towards westerners.
Sosua DR: Been here 4 times and probably my favorite. It was my first international trip. I like it because of the variety and the ease of finding a GFE experience. Girls from every city in DR come to Sosua to make some cash. Cities you've never heard of will have chicas here hustling. I usually find one or two that I bring back to my place the entire trip. They often will stay overnight cook for you if you buy groceries, and just relax, which is always what I'm looking for. Plus I think the beauty of the beaches are unmatched along the northern side of the islands between Cabarete, Sosua, and Puerto Plata city. I just feel more relaxed here due to the beachy nature of the city as well. Food is cheaper than Panama and there's a ton of variety of great restaurants along the beach that you can sample while being bombarded with soliciting chicas. My favorite is this small beach restaurant called Fast Freddy's. Their food is amazing and fresh. Always a good environment, and it's far enough away from the main strip where you won't be bothered (as much). I remember during lockdown I was staying in an Airbnb across town in the city and ordered delivery. Freddy himself delivered the food (with a motoconcho driver) I was amazed because they are always so busy. Great vibes overall. The only problem is I've heard the cost of admission is going up with chicas in the city due to the number of westerners traveling here as of recent and bringing their western flashy culture along with them. May not be an affordable paradise much longer, who knows. I don't speculate. I also don't go during the larger tourist times such as the super bowl, Halloween etc. There's usually an influx of westerners and chicas but just not my cup of tea. I'd say it's more peaceful than Panama, food is cheaper, but hotels and Airbnb's are probably in the same ballpark range. I selected AC Marriot because it was one of the cheaper places I was willing to stay in Panama City in the $120/ night range. Depending on where you stay in sosua, hotel, Airbnb, or villa it could cost more. Chicas are cheaper in my opinion here as well because of my preference. I feel like I always get more bang for my buck.
Tijuana MEX: Been here about 4 times as well all for weekend trips (2-3 days). Great stay for a couple of days or for those that are close, one night and back over the border. Crossing the border is relatively simple and always quick. I've always only walked over. You will find Colombian and Venezuelan chicas working in the clubs and some of the indy sites and agencies. Chica prices are decent, I haven't seen or heard of more than $150/ HR here, and food at restaurants are cheaper than Panama. Depends on what hotel you stay in but I think overall hotels are cheaper in the 3-4 star range. I don't think GFE exists in Tijuana though. If that's not your thing then whatever, but every minute will be counted (from my experience). I've tried it all. HK, Adeletas, Indy sites, Agencies, and Massage parlors, and it's always a business transaction. I have frequented the same girl a couple of times from the agencies but even then, it was still mostly business as usual. Can't blame them though, they have lives outside of this world.
Medellin Colombia: Stayed for a different reason, didn't hit the scene due to the group I traveled with. But I did check out the site here for the cliff notes and know what to expect when I do go next time. Probably most naturally beautiful place I've been.
My next trip will be SE Asia, likely to Pattaya. From the reports and such I think I would like it there a lot because of the GFE factor. I prefer to find a girl that fits my "needs" and ware her out my entire trip, only rotating once or twice if necessary.
Cheers,
AP.
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Panama trip
I was in Panama a few months ago. My report is posted. I luv La Bocatorena before and after covid. Habanos / Don Julios was fantastico before the pandemic, afterwards, it's okay. Some of the talents moved to the Oceanview casino. At DonJulio I enjoyed taking chicas for $70 or $80 usd to the hourly room San Rogue around the corner next to Azul. I made a deal with the Habanos chicas. They can finish me in an less than an hour if they are good cause I'm quick. And they can get back to Don Julios fast to find a more expensive mark. Of course, I ain't quick as they found out later and it's going to be a damn messy facial at the end. Too bad, the chicas gossip spreads fast. I could only get the $70 o $80 dollar quickie rate the first three days before the puta union holds a firm line at $100 usd.
At La Bocatorena I would session with the Colombianas or other chicas for double-time 30 min. I salute you 15 minute men. Always get their wassap to chat later or come by the hotel. I took Colombiana and Venezolana and a bunch of great performers outside to a nearby no-tell motel. It was a very short walking distance from Bocaterina. We did a relaxed two-hour session. Think I paid a $10 exit fee for the chica. Don't remember. I did pay for the room, she used her cedula to sign in.
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Originally Posted by Huacho
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Anyone paying $200 at Don Julio's has to be more than one of fat, drunk, stupid, desperate, etc. $60 to $80 if you have any game or any Spanish whatsoever. I was just there in January. And was only drunk and not any of those other things. Just sayin'. (And yes I know that periods go inside apostrophes but apparently certain software does not).
In defense of the prior poster, and as someone who is fit, early 40's, and speaks good Spanish, $100 is going to be about rock bottom for the good looking girls at Don Julio's. This isn't Colombia. I don't think you'll be pulling an 8 for $60 from Don Julios unless the Prepago Union has been broken. I haven't been in 2 years, but prior to that I typically paid $100 to $120 for 1. 5-2 hours with girls and it was nearly always all covered. All of the girls I would consider very attractive, even by Medellin standards and I usually felt the selection was superb. There may have been an $80 or two in there, I don't recall. I definitely didn't pay $150 or $200 though.
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What other Latin American cities have you been to and how does Panama City compare with them? What are the pros and cons of the cities and how would you rank them as destinations?
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