Looking for somewhere a bit...out there? to visit or tour? I've lived in the highland cloud forest of Boquete, Panama for almost 8 years. Boquete is a small (5000) town, an hour below the Costa Rican border. At an elevation of 4,000 feet, it is COOL year round. There are lots of good restaurants, almost no night life, high end to hostel hotels...but the most amazing scenery, hikes, trails, hot springs, and coffee farm tours. Boquete grows the best arabica coffee, anywhere. Promise. I'm not just saying that because I actually GROW coffee...that's another story. It is a very gay friendly environment and there are several small, tucked away cabin style resorts in beautiful settings that cater to gay and lesbian travelers. Come visit! The water is safe to drink, the natives are friendly.

hi coffee mama,
i'd be interested to know the names of some the lesbian friendly places down there in Boquete.
thanks:)

Hi--

The three top places I would recommend (not in order of preference--they are each wonderful, but very different):

Rio Encantando -- gay (male) owned, but very lesbian friendly. Cabins on a river in the jungle, pool. Groovy gay guys on site. Located about 25 minutes from town, so a rental car is a must. Very private.
Momentum -- very lgbt friendly. Heated pool, gym, cabins, all amenities. About 15 minutes from town, close to bus and taxi line. Very private. Nice Canadian owner.
The Panamonte Inn & Spa. Turn of the century inn, with both elegant dining room and the most beautiful and comfy (IMHO!) bar/lounge anywhere. Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Garden terrace suites. Pricey, but luxurious. 5 minute walk to town. Panamanian owned.

Coffee Mama in Panama:)

I want to go!!