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				wty said:
			
		
	
	
		
		
			Hey all. Going to Panama next month, and was wondering if anyone's been there, can you make any recommendations for hobby-related things to do/not to do.
Thanks in advance.
		
		
	 
Been there done that...
 
Police are not friendly to anyone, if you get caught in a comprisming position, expect to pay until you bleed.  
 
Pick pockets and knock out artists abound.
 
Do your research first, Panama is a drug infested country.  Last time I was there it was so bad Canada had travel advisories against it.
 
Do not go out alone, do not pick up a local street hooker, STD are rampant, if you are looking for companionship, check with your hotel or a taxi driver, and expect to pay.