Panama City

[QUOTE=Trombone;2796521]Few weeks ago I was in Panama City for 3 days and 2 nights.

By the way, I'm thinking if I plan to travel there multiple times a year, how often is too many to raise suspicion and extra questioning at the customs (both at the destination or at origin upon return; US)? Is 2-3 times a year, not for business, an unusual pattern?[/QUOTE]As a frequent traveler to Costa Rica (4 x / year); I've only been questioned once at immigration and that was by a female officer who after reviewing my many visits, inquired whether I have a GF in country. I replied, "no, I'm just retired and come to see many friends I have that are in your beautiful country". Pre-Covid, I had refrained from listing the Hotel Del Rey on my incoming destination form as all the immigration folks know about that hotel, LOL. As far as returning to the USA, I have Global Entry, so I've already been screened as to the countries I visit and why, so never any issues.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2796689]As a frequent traveler to Costa Rica (4 x / year); I've only been questioned once at immigration and that was by a female officer who after reviewing my many visits, inquired whether I have a GF in country. I replied, "no, I'm just retired and come to see many friends I have that are in your beautiful country". Pre-Covid, I had refrained from listing the Hotel Del Rey on my incoming destination form as all the immigration folks know about that hotel, LOL. As far as returning to the USA, I have Global Entry, so I've already been screened as to the countries I visit and why, so never any issues.[/QUOTE]Thank you so much for the info, very helpful.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2796689]As a frequent traveler to Costa Rica (4 x / year); I've only been questioned once at immigration and that was by a female officer who after reviewing my many visits, inquired whether I have a GF in country. I replied, "no, I'm just retired and come to see many friends I have that are in your beautiful country". Pre-Covid, I had refrained from listing the Hotel Del Rey on my incoming destination form as all the immigration folks know about that hotel, LOL. As far as returning to the USA, I have Global Entry, so I've already been screened as to the countries I visit and why, so never any issues.[/QUOTE]Is this Hotel Del rey Guest / Chica friendly? I am heading there soon from CA. First timer, was not about to find this Hotel on Google. Is this the name?

[QUOTE=Kukooo;2796856]Is this Hotel Del rey Guest / Chica friendly? I am heading there soon from CA. First timer, was not about to find this Hotel on Google. Is this the name?[/QUOTE]Yes, very guest friendly. When last there in February there were about 10 - 15 girls in the bar. Another option is Hotel Taormina, also has girls on site.

The Hotel Del Ray and Taormina both charge a nominal chica fee but are otherwise completely girl friendly. The other three main gulch hotels, Sportsmens Lodge, Castillo, and Amistad, are girl friendly and do not charge a fee.

[QUOTE=Kukooo;2796856]Is this Hotel Del rey Guest / Chica friendly? I am heading there soon from CA. First timer, was not about to find this Hotel on Google. Is this the name?[/QUOTE]The Hotel Del Rey and Taormina Hotel & Casino are identified as "adults only". Both have girls directly on-site. The HDR has a "guest" fee, as does the Taormina, but the Taormina has a room rate that covers the guest fee (one girl only). The HDR is better for afternoon girls, the Taormina is better for the quality of the night girls.

Oh well, no big deal.

Off-topic or maybe not. If the airport that you fly out of in the United States is serviced by Copa airlines they have a policy you might be interested in.

Extended layovers. If you want to fly To Costa Rica or Columbia you will probably stop at there hub in Panama City Panama. You are allowed an extended layover and we're not talking hours were talking days. So for the price of one plane ticket you could spend some time in Costa Rica or Columbia and on your way there stop over at Panama for a few days or on your way back stop over for a few days.

Lee.

[QUOTE=Lee;2797396]Off-topic or maybe not. If the airport that you fly out of in the United States is serviced by Copa airlines they have a policy you might be interested in.

Extended layovers. If you want to fly To Costa Rica or Columbia you will probably stop at there hub in Panama City Panama. You are allowed an extended layover and we're not talking hours were talking days. So for the price of one plane ticket you could spend some time in Costa Rica or Columbia and on your way there stop over at Panama for a few days or on your way back stop over for a few days.

Lee.[/QUOTE]Excellent point and not off topic and they have some decent hotel deals via COPA as well. Done it a couple of times. Two countries for the price of one.

I always choose this option with Copa to have a couple of days in Panama and go to some of my favorite spots.

Is habanos open? How many girls show up a night? Going rate?

[QUOTE=JimBean3;2798055]Is habanos open? How many girls show up a night? Going rate?[/QUOTE]It was open one month ago when I was there. Count will depend on the day of the week and time of day. Surprisingly I found Saturday and Friday slower than Thursday. Maybe they are partying with their BFs. I have seen as few as 5 and as many as 30 chicas in that small space. Beers are $5 and chica drinks are $10. I generally go around the corner to the little bar / restaurant and sit on the patio and most of the Habanos chicas eventually walk by. Beers are $2, decent food and no chica surcharge.

Hi Guys,

I'm new to this hobby and I'm looking for advise from people with experience. I am planning a trip in June, and choosing between Jaco beach and Panama city.

I can't decide which one to visit, but I do have a budget and I'm not looking to spend a crazy amount of money. I have heard Jaco beach girls are expensive, but I'm not sure about Panama city.

Which city is safer for a solo traveller?

Thanks.

50 girls every night at habanos.

Many 7 and 8's on the scale.

Some 9's are stunners.

Going rate is 150-200 dollars an hour.

All will bargain down to 100-120. Just talk to them.

Some do speak english.

Also try oceans casino. Some hot stunners there as well.

100-120 will get get you a stunner. 25 girls there. More on paydays.

Don't be a dumb gringo and pay what they ask.

[QUOTE=TreyGillz;2798711]Hi Guys,
I'm new to this hobby and I'm looking for advise from people with experience. I am planning a trip in June, and choosing between Jaco beach and Panama city.
I can't decide which one to visit, but I do have a budget and I'm not looking to spend a crazy amount of money. I have heard Jaco beach girls are expensive, but I'm not sure about Panama city.
Which city is safer for a solo traveller?
Thanks.[/QUOTE]I've done both several times, although not Jaco since 2017 or so.

The scenes are quite different as Jaco is a beach town and Panama City is a major modern city.

Jaco Pros: There are more non girl activities to do in Jaco than Panama City, it has a beach, and the weather tends to be nicer (ie not so humid).

Jaco Cons: The Cocal is really the only show in town, with occasional opportunities with 'semi-pros' at other bars and clubs in town. The town itself is also quite small and really only going Thu-Sat (although you will find girls Tue / Wed). The Cocal is also quite expensive for Costa Rica with the cheapest basic hotel rooms going for $130 (check me on this). You can airbnb, but I'm told they tend to be strict there. Girls will generally start at $200+, but can get down to $120-$150.

Panama City Pros: More flights, modern city with many hotels, casinos, and restaurants. Girls start at $200 to $300, but can get down to $120 - $150. More Colombians in my experience. Also more options with Habanos, Oceans Bar, massage parlors, and multiple online prepago site. Also Bocatorena if you're adventurous (super cheap).

Panama Cons: Weather is quite humid and very little to do after you've seen the Panama Canal. Service potentially even more mechanical than Costa Rica, but sometimes balanced out with Colombian girls who generally get more into the sex.

Safety: I think both about the same, with slight edge to Panama City. In Jaco you'll need to travel from SJC a couple hours and there were shootings in the pre Covid days. I have also seen much more open hard drug use in Costa Rica, which often means there is some element of danger around. I haven't heard or seen much in PTY.

It would be nice to hear the thoughts of others. In short, if purely a girl trip, then more options in Panama City. If a girls and adventure trip then do Jaco.