Reopening Isla Palenque – The Most Perfect “getting away from it all” Getaway

We are excited to announce the reopening of Isla Palenque on October 15th.  Cayuga Collection’s Panamanian National Geographic Unique Lodge features only eight secluded beachfront casitas and one six-room home on a 400-acre tropical island with 7 secluded beaches.  Isla Palenque in the Golfo de Chiriqui is what you have been dreaming of while spending […]

Sustainability – It is all about People – Don Uri

We often get asked: “What the most important thing about sustainability for you at Cayuga?”  And the answer is simple.  It is all about people.  While saving energy and utilities is important, the well-being of the local communities where we operate is our number one priority.  And it all starts with our staff.  Meet Uri […]

Life will Thrill You, if You Let it – Whale Watching in Panama

Acting as the bridge between Central and South America, adventure-seeking travelers are spoiled for choice when it comes to exciting things to do in Panama. But with so many traditional activities like sport fishing or jungle hikes to enjoy in this beautiful sliver of country, it’s easy to overlook those more niche adventures. And they’re […]

Isla Palenque becomes Panama’s First National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World

  “The Tropical Island Experience that you have been dreaming of!” Just months after the opening of Cayuga Collection’s first property in Panama, we are proud to announce that our award-winning island sanctuary from civilization is set to become the newest and youngest member of National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World, making it the […]

When is the best time to see Sunsets in the Tropics?

Most people visit Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Panama when it is cold up north from November through March. The dry season in Central American happens around the same time as winter in North America and Europe. But if you are looking for the most amazing sunsets, you might want to visit in June, July or August.  Here are pictures […]

Understanding the Isla Palenque Experience

Cayuga Collection’s Isla Palenque Resort in the Golfo de Chiriqui in Panama has been open to guests for a month now.  Early bookings have exceeded our expectations and our guests are leaving the island fascinated with the experience on the island. We have launched our new website a few weeks ago and we are getting a lot of […]

Isla Palenque – Island Luxury and Sustainability in a class of its own

On July 1st, 2018, Isla Palenque will join the Cayuga Collection as its first Panamanian Hotel.  It will redefine sustainable luxury in Panama.  Here is why we think that Isla Palenque will be extremely popular, even within the first months of its operation. Beaches, Beaches & More Beaches. If you are planning to be on an island for a few days, […]

Where to go when you have a week of vacation time in Panama

Disclaimer:  Yes, we are biased as we do manage Isla Palenque and believe it is one of the greatest places to visit in Central America.  But still, trust us on this one… If you have a week or a bit more to go on vacation and are thinking about visiting Panama, we recommend this luxury vacation itinerary.  We […]

One Island – Seven Tropical Beaches – Isla Palenque, Panama

We are weeks away from inaugurating The Cayuga Collection’s newest sustainable luxury resort in the Gulf of Chiriqui on Panama’s Pacific Coast.  We invite you to get to know this island paradise… With its 400 acres of ancient tropical forest, coconut groves, lagoons, and mangroves, Isla Palenque offers a multitude of opportunities for hiking, exploration and wildlife sightings, but […]