99 reasons for joining the PANAMA POSSE 23ยท24

ย 99 reasons for joining the PANAMA POSSE 23ยท24

#99

#99 make good & new friends
make good & new friends

#98

#98 catch great fish
catch great fish

#97

#97 discover new shores
discover new shores

#96

unabashedly pet friendly
unabashedly pet friendly

#95

amazing anchorages
with 550+ amazing anchorages

#94

ships of all sizes and pedigree
welcome ships of all sizes and pedigrees

#93

impromptu panama posse parties
Impromptu Panama Posse parties

#92
Organic docks and sustainable surroundings

Organic docks and sustainable surroundings

#91

Stunningly beautiful volcanic coastlines
Stunningly beautiful volcanic coastlines

#90


Witness Mobula rays jumping & shattering

#89

Accurate and vetted anchorage information
Get accurate and vettedโš“info

#88

Watch water trun to glass
Watch water turn to glass

#87

#87 Anchor โš“ between both ends of the rainbow
Anchor โš“ between both ends of the rainbow

#86

#86 Swim like a sloth
Swim like a sloth

#85

#88 Dinghy to a secluded beach - bring dog and umbrella
Dinghy to a secluded beach – bring dog and umbrella

#84

SUNRISE
start your mornings with delightful sunrises

#83

Squirrl Monkey
snuggle up with primates

#82

Pull into welcoming marinas
Pull into welcoming marinas

#81

Don't kiss a red frogย 
Don’t kiss a red frog

#80

Learn how to fly
Learn how to fly

#79

Not all fashion happens in Paris
Not all fashion happens in Paris

#78

Practice your dolphin talk
Practice your dolphin talk

#77

discover the epicenter of serenity
Discover extreme serenity

#76

Claim a remarkable & uncrowded pier
Claim a remarkable & uncrowded pier

#75

Learn to surf in Nicaragua
Learn to surf in Nicaragua

#74

Play survivor from your dinghy
Play survivor from your dinghy

#73

Clean up the environment ith your anchor
Clean up the environment with your anchor

#72

Sail into the Archipiรฉlago de San Blas
Sail into the Archipiรฉlago de San Blas

#71

 Compare the amenities at 75+ marinas
Compare the amenities at 75+ marinas

#70

Hear the Howler Monkey's roar from your anchorage
Hear Howler Monkeys roar from your anchorage

#69

Light a cigar ... in CUBA
Light a cigar … in CUBA

#68

Feel the love at VB10 in Annapolis
Feel the love at booth VB10ย  in Annapolis

#67

 woodfired steaks in Barra
Taste wood fired steaks in Barra

#66
Taste tequila IN Tequila

Taste Tequila IN Tequila

#65

Belize BLue Hole
Learn how to “dive right in”

#64

Become a banana expert
Become a banana expert

#63

Ponder life in paradise
ponder life with palms trees

#62

get into tight spots well informed
get into tight spots well informed

#61

Trick or treat in 80 degrees
Trick or treat in 80 degrees

#60

FIND THE YELLOW FROG FISH
MAKE FRIENDS WITHย  A YELLOW FROG FISH

#59

FIND YOUR INNER CHILDHOOD
FIND YOUR INNER CHILDHOOD

#58
PUTTIN' ON THE RITZ IN ACAPULCO

PUTTIN’ ON THE RITZ IN ACAPULCO

#57

Discover the 7 types of mole
Discover the 7 types of mole

#56

Get up close with swimming dragons
Get up close with swimming dragons

#55

Add "Panama Canal linehandler" to your bucket list
Add “Panama Canal linehandler” to your bucket list

#54
Portobelo

Anchor where historic naval battles were fought

#53

Discover Monkey Island
Discover Monkey Island

#52

Explore arched caves where times stands still

Explore arched caves where times stands still

#51
Participate in new rituals

Participate in new rituals

#49
Get flipped off by a whale

“Get flipped off by a whale

#48
Celebrate your achievements with fellow seafarers

Celebrate your achievements with fellow seafarers

#47

Jump back in time - like 1,500 years

Jump back in time – like 1,500 years

#46

find your dog ... relaxed
find your dog โ€ฆ chillin’ in the sand, in the bar, by the beach

#45

Anchor up river ... in the jungle
Anchor up river … in the jungle

#44

#44 professional haulouts in the tropics with big savings
professional haulouts in the tropics with big savings

#43

#43 celebrate life with the day of the dead
celebrate life with the day of the dead

#42
#42 discover sprawling underground cave systems

#42 discover sprawling underground cave systems

#41

Celebrate your holidays in the tropics
Celebrate your holidays in the tropics

#40

Provision like a pro
Provision like a pro !

#39

learn to really read the water
Learn to really read the water

#38

RIde horses on the beach
Ride horses on the beach

#37

Anchor in Carrizal
Anchor in Carrizal

#36

Slide down a volcano at full sped
Slide down a volcano at full sped

#35

Learn to differ between really good 7 year old rum and really really good 12 year old rum
taste good 7 year old rum & really really good 12 year old rum

#34

7 moles for 7 seas
7 moles for 7 seas

#33

provision up
provision up

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OCEAN POSSE ๐Ÿชฃ BUCKET LIST

OCEAN POSSE BUCKET LIST

For sailors, captains, skippers, seafarers, cruisers, and yacht enthusiasts, there are plenty of extraordinary bucket list items for sailors to push the boundaries and offer unique and memorable experiences of a lifetime

Sail the world: Embark on a journey, experiencing different cultures, climates, and breathtaking coastal landscapes.

Visit remote islands: Explore remote and exotic islands that are only accessible by boat, such as the Revelagios Islands, Cocos Island, Galapagos Islands, or Isla del Caรฑo

Sail across an ocean: Set sail across one of the world’s major oceans, such as the Atlantic, Pacific, or crossing the caribben sea during the tradwinds.

Sail through famous waterways and sail through the Panama Canal: Experience the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal by sailing through its locks and traversing the waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Navigate without modern technology: Challenge yourself to navigate using traditional methods like celestial navigation or dead reckoning.

Live aboard a sailboat: Spend an extended period living aboard a sailboat embracing the freedom and simplicity of life at sea.

Visit famous ports and marinas: Visit renowned ports like Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Puerto Vallarta, Barra de Navidad, Zihuatanejo, Acapulco, Playa Cocos, Golfito a.m.o.

Dive or snorkel in a coral reef: Explore vibrant coral reefs around the world, such as the Belize Barrier Reef

Discover underwater wonders: Dive or snorkel in famous dive sites like the Blue Hole in Belize or the Great Blue Hole in Belize.

Sail and Explore the stunning Turks and Caicos Islands: with their pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant marine life.

Discover the picturesque and unique biodiversity of the Galapagos Islands, observing rare wildlife and exploring the pristine landscapes that inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution.

Visit the Bay Islands Honduras: Discover the Bay Islands of Honduras, including Roatรกn, Utila, and Guanaja, renowned for their crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and excellent diving opportunities.

Cruise the Costa Rican Coastline: Sail along the stunning coast of Costa Rica, exploring its national parks, wildlife-rich waters, and beautiful beaches.

Explore the San Blas Islands, Panama: Discover the untouched beauty of the San Blas Islands, an archipelago off the Caribbean coast of Panama, known for its white-sand beaches and vibrant indigenous culture.

Sail the Baja Peninsula, Mexico: Explore the stunning coastline of the Baja Peninsula in Mexico, starting from California and sailing down to places like Ensenada, La Paz, and Cabo San Lucas, known for their beautiful beaches, clear waters, and vibrant marine life.

Cruise the Sea of Cortez: Navigate the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its diverse marine life, including whales, dolphins, sea lions, and a variety of fish species.

Transit the Gulf of Tehuantepec: Cross the challenging waters of the Gulf of Tehuantepec, located between Mexico and Central America. It’s known for its strong winds and is a significant milestone for sailors.

Discover the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica: Sail along the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica’s largest gulf, which offers beautiful coastal landscapes, tranquil waters, and opportunities for wildlife spotting.

Explore the Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica: Venture into the Golfo Dulce, a stunning bay located on the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica, known for its pristine rainforests, secluded beaches, and rich biodiversity.

Visit the Pearl Islands, Panama: Discover the Pearl Islands archipelago in Panama, made up of over 200 islands and known for its pristine beaches, clear waters, and excellent fishing and snorkeling opportunities.

Cruise the San Blas Islands, Panama: As mentioned earlier, sail through the San Blas Islands, an archipelago off the Caribbean coast of Panama, known for its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant indigenous culture.

Discover the Gulf of Chiriquรญ: The Gulf of Chiriquรญ, located in western Panama, offers pristine waters, remote islands, and an abundance of marine life. It’s an ideal destination for sailing, snorkeling, diving, and fishing. The gulf is known for its picturesque islands, such as Boca Chica and Isla Parida, with their beautiful beaches and coral reefs.

Visit Coiba Island, Panama: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the largest island in Central America and forms part of the Coiba National Park. The island is renowned for its rich biodiversity, including an underwater world teeming with marine life. Snorkeling and diving here offer opportunities to encounter vibrant coral reefs, sea turtles, sharks, and a variety of tropical fish species.

Wildlife Encounters: Both the Gulf of Chiriquรญ and Coiba Island provide opportunities for wildlife encounters. Keep an eye out for dolphins, whales (during migration seasons), and 1000+ bird species. Coiba Island is also home to diverse land animals, including the Coiba Island howler monkey, agoutis, and a variety of reptiles.

Sail alongside whales: Experience the awe-inspiring sight of whales in their natural habitat. Imagine the thrill of sailing alongside these majestic creatures, witnessing their breaching, tail slapping, or even hearing their songs.

Bioluminescent sailing: Venture into bioluminescent waters at night, where the water sparkles and glows with the light emitted by marine organisms. Witness the magical display as your boat leaves a trail of shimmering bioluminescence in its wake.

Sail to remote volcanic islands: Seek out remote volcanic islands such as the Galapagos Islands where you can explore unique ecosystems, witness volcanic landscapes, and encounter endemic wildlife.

Sailing through a gale: For the more adventurous sailors, sailing through a controlled wind event with experienced crew can provide an adrenaline-pumping experience while safely learning about extreme weather conditions.

Sail in The Papagayo winds: are a sailor’s admiralty stripes , offering strong and reliable offshore winds that create acelrated conditions for sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and advanced water sports. These winds provide a thrilling and exhilarating experience as these winds blow consistently, primarily during the dry season from December to April. The Papagayo winds are known for their strength, with gusts often reaching speeds of 35 to 45 knots.

Beautiful Coastal Scenery: While enjoying the Papagayo winds, sailors can soak in the stunning coastal scenery of southenr NIcaragua and northern Costa Rica. Picture yourself sailing along pristine coastlines, palm-fringed beaches, and surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. It’s a feast for the eyes as you sail through this picturesque region.


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