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Since we were already in Panama, we figured—why not stretch our trip a little longer and bask in some Caribbean sunshine? So, off we went to Bocas del Toro, a cluster of dreamy islands where the water is impossibly blue, the vibe is effortlessly laid-back, and the wildlife takes “neighbourly” to a new level.  Red Frog Beach. Copyright:aesta1 Getting There: Planes, Boats, and Golf Carts We hopped on a Flytrip plane to Bocas, which, given its size, felt more like a flying minivan. After a quick (and slightly bumpy) ride, we landed at the small but charming Bocas airport, where our adventure truly began. The Red Frog Beach Resort crew picked us up and shuttled us to a boat because, naturally, cars are overrated when travelling to a tropical paradise. Upon arriving at the resort’s dock, a car whisked us through the lush, jungle-like property to our villa. At this point, we thought we had somehow landed in Costa Rica instead of Panama—but hey, who’s complaining?  The Villa Pool. Copyright:aesta1 Villa Life: Privacy, Pools & Personal Space Our two-bedroom villa was the perfect mix of luxury and seclusion. First and foremost, we no longer had to share a room—which, after days of travelling together, felt like a real vacation. The villa came with its private pool, which we used excessively (because, why not?). A spacious kitchen and living room made it feel homey, though the idea of actually cooking while on vacation was quickly abandoned. Getting Around: The Magical Golf Carts Red Frog Beach Resort sprawls across 600 hectares, but fear not—there’s always a golf cart ready to whisk you away to the beach, grocery store, or restaurant. If you’re extra friendly (or just chatty), the driver might even take a detour to show you where the resident sloths hang out or help you spot the resort’s famous red poison dart frogs. Yep, tiny red frogs, just hopping around like they own the place.  Red Frog Beach. Copyright:aesta1 Beaches: Private Paradise vs. Public Party The resort’s beach is private, meaning no random sunbathers photobombing your vacation pics. But if you’re in the mood for a livelier scene, the golf cart can drop you at the public beach in the next resort. Be warned, though—seats and huts are on a first-come, first-served basis, so claim your spot early unless you enjoy the thrill of competing with fellow sun-seekers. The two restaurants there are also popular, so you might end up sharing a table with strangers—who may or may not become your new vacation besties.  Red Frog Restaurant. Copyright:aesta1 Food: Pizza & Beyond The resort restaurant? Pretty solid. Their pizza? Even better. But for those craving variety, the resort offers boat trips into town, where you can sample other dining options. We skipped the boat trip to town this time but checked out Bocas Town before returning to Panama City. It’s a classic Caribbean resort town with colourful restaurants and quirky little shops. We liked it so much that we’ve already decided we need a more extended visit next time.  Sloth in Red Frog Resort. Copyright: J. Allison Final Thoughts
Bocas del Toro was a tropical dream with sloths, golf carts, and private pools. It’s where time slows down, and the hardest decision of the day is whether to lounge by the beach or take a dip in your villa’s pool. We’re already planning our return—maybe for longer, maybe with even more pizza. Comments are closed.
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