The Journal

The Azuero Peninsula

Playa Venao, Cañas, Pedasí, Tonosí and the wider Los Santos coastline, geography, growth and local knowledge.

Azuero Carnival and Culture: Panama's Folkloric Heartland
Long before Playa Venao appeared on the map, the Azuero Peninsula was already known across Panama as the country's cultural and folkloric heartland.
Pedasí vs Playa Venao: Which Suits You Better?
Fewer than fifty kilometres apart, Pedasí and Playa Venao attract very different kinds of buyer. Here is an honest comparison of the two.
Playa Venao Surf Guide: Waves, Seasons and Where to Stay
Playa Venao's crescent-shaped bay has made it one of Central America's most talked-about surf towns. Here is what actually matters if you are going to ride it.
Wildlife of the Azuero Hills: A Field Guide for New Residents
From howler monkeys at dawn to oropendola colonies swaying in guarumo trees, the Azuero hills reward the patient observer. Here is what to expect, season by season.