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Plant Life
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Permaculture Farm
Behind-the-Scenes at Isla Palenque’s Future Organic Farm
Principles of permaculture make perfect sense for our on-island organic farm. Fresh, locally-grown produce will complement dining experiences on Isla Palenque....MORE
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Mangrove Conservation
The Key to Long-Lasting Beauty in Belize
Mangrove forests are of paramount importance to Belize's future as an ecotourism destination. These trees promote biodiversity and coral reef health....MORE
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Trees in Panama
Why You Should Be More Like A Mangrove
Maybe mangroves are just a bunch of dramatic, overacheiver show-offs. But you can't help being amazed by these trees native to the coastal areas of Panama....MORE
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Island Adventures
It’s Raining Avocados!
Best guacamole ever: the Island Interns hike the North Beach trail on Isla Palenque and discover a grove of avocado trees in the jungle....MORE
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Tour Panama
Our Five Favorite Coffee Plantations in Chiriqui
Top 5 coffee plantations for travelers looking to tour and taste. The Chiriqui province in Panama produces some of the best coffee in the world....MORE
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Hiking in Panama
An Island Discovery: Cacao
On a jungle hike on Isla Palenque in Panama, we discover a grove of cacao trees and learn that the football-shaped fruit tastes good even before it's chocolate....MORE
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Mark Scherr:
on Off the Beaten Path Travel in Panama: Boca Chica Beach Trip