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      Hand woven plate
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  • Hand woven plate
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  • Jewelry made from the Tagua nut
      Jewelry made from the Tagua nut
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  • Bracelet and whistles
      Bracelet and whistles
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  • Iguana carved from the Tagua nut
      Iguana carved from the Tagua nut
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All in the strip area: Shops available for tourists

by BruceDunning

The old town part is not typically used to shop for the cruise ship patrons. It can be "seedy" and make some squirmish to venture with locals. There are a string of shops set up just for tourists coming from the water right near the ship docks. They have all the souvenirs and trinkets you need. Then clothing, jewelery and food items are the main picks. A real quincidence-the escalator takes you right by these shops on the way back to the ships, and no way around it.

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Albrook Mall: One of the biggest malls in C. America

by iwys

Albrook Mall is one of the the biggest shopping malls in Central America. I think it would take a couple of days to see all of the shops there. There are lots of boutiques and fashionable clothes are relatively cheap. There is also a massive food court in the centre of the mall.Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 11am-8pm; Holidays 11am-7pm

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Panama hats

by elsadran

Panama hats are made of “paha toquilla”, which is the toquilla straw plant growing in the north coast of Ecuador. So their origin is Ecuadorian but they took the name because they were first shipped in Panama, before being sold to the markets of Asia, and Europe. The peak trade of this popular hat is traced back in 1850 when the material of the toquilla plant was used to weave a handsome, breathable, light hat very elegant and suitable for the tropicals. Since then millions of people have made one of them an everyday accessory. The quality depends on the density of the weaves and of course the way it is woven. The plant is hand-split into fibers thin as thread and woven very finely. It has to be smooth, soft, with no visible fibers coming out, and not lose its shape when you fold it and you roll it into its box. A really fine hat appears to be made of linen.Prices differ greatly and you...

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furniture

by bevilyn

theres lost of places where u can shop that are not expensive confortfurniture citycasa galaconway storeelektrahome decorhomecenterselecta and more if u need more help contact me i live in panama.

Arte Cruz: Wood sculptures

by kyoub

Jose Cruz Gonzales is the artist at this small studio. He is very friendly and will be happy to show you around. He will show you an album with his nicest pieces that you can order. He also has do engraving on wood while you wait.We bought a very nice welcome sign that he engraved with a hummingbird and hibiscus flowers.

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El Malecon-Panama City: Molas direct from the Kuna Indians

by SenoraSusan

The Malecon is the walkway along the ocean. Local artist sell their wares. Beautiful works lined the ground. We had to wake these Kuna Indians to ask about some of their works. Look for the molas that are their own designs. Avoid the 'tourist 'designs such as animals that do not exist in Panama. Make sure the work was hand sewn not machined. A good piece of work about $20 US. I got lucky and found mine my last day in PC. 2 young Kuna women helped me go through a pile of molas until they found an original design by their tribe. SOLD for $8 US

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The hong kong of Americas

by quime

Shopping is a delight in Panama. You will find the latest in electronics, fashion and jewelry alongside beautiful arts and crafts, and the best brand names. Since the US$ is legal currency in Panama, there are no hassles with exchange rates. Panama City is a shoppers paradise! Clothes, Electronics and Duty Free Shopping Clothes and household bargains,Electronics, appliances and computers very cheap prices even if you compare with the original at the factory.

Everywhere in Panama: Buy "Molas" where they were made!

by quime

The Kuna Indians of Panama make beautiful designs in fabric by layering and cutting away the cloth to reveal the colors underneath. These fabric designs, called "molas," were traditionally sewn into blouses, but have now gained worldwide recognition as a unique art form.There are other nations like Costa Rica that recrently began selling Molas as their own. it damaged the economy of the kuna indiams which depens on it and of trading coconuts stuff.

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Shop Tax Free

by marcmalano

Because of the canal, Panama offers duty-free shopping for goods from around the world. Swiss watches, liquors from everywhere, Japanese cameras and other electronics, French perfumes, and Italian silks are among the bargains available in Panama City.

Multicentro: Brand New Mall and Casino

by Teddy181

This is a new mall full of restaurants, clothing stores, bookstores, special items and a casino! I was very impressed. A beautiful building. There is a lot of new construction around this mall. Panama obviously has big plans for this area.

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Q:  For reasons that will take too long to explain, I'm in dire need of help as to where to stay for a short trip to Panama. It's for... 

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A: There are a couple of all inclusive resorts on Playa Bonita. I think the nicer ones are the Intercontinental and the Westin (opened a couple of months ago). However, if... 

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