Panama City, Panama

Aug 16, 2026 | posted by chris vasquez

Finish Dirty. Check In Somewhere Nice.

Then the mountains disappear and the skyline rises.

Driving into Panama City should feel surreal. The same FJ80 that left Puerto Vallarta has crossed Mexico, mountains, jungles, borders, volcanic landscapes and countless roads we probably never planned on taking. We'll visit the Panama Canal, walk Casco Viejo and finally park the truck somewhere secure.

And then we're going to finish properly.

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo - Panama City sits on the waterfront in historic Casco Viejo with views toward the modern skyline, while Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt blends restored historic architecture with modern luxury and a rooftop pool. Either fits the ending perfectly.

Take the shower.

Book the massage.

Order the steak.

Have the cocktail.

Then walk outside and look at the dirty Land Cruiser sitting beneath the lights of Panama City.

Because luxury isn't the opposite of adventure.

Sometimes it's the reward for making it there.

And somewhere beyond the city lies the Darién Gap, Colombia and another Land Cruiser waiting to take the story south.