Notes for the days worth celebrating
How couples, families and small teams plan a private or small-group day in Guna Yala: what to ask for, what to bring and what the islands ask of you.
Adding San Blas to a Luxury Panama Itinerary
Where Guna Yala fits in a premium Panama trip: which day to pick, which VIP or private experience suits you, and why privacy and space are the luxury here.
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Bringing a Photographer to Guna Yala: A Planning Guide
Planning a professional photo session in Guna Yala: why a private boat helps, light and gear, Guna rules on photos and drones, and what to tell us first.
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A Corporate Offsite in San Blas: Small Teams, Private Boats
How to plan a leadership offsite, team reward or client day in Guna Yala on a private boat or a small-group VIP day: group size, agenda and etiquette.
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San Blas or the Exumas: Which Caribbean Charter Suits You
San Blas and the Exumas in the Bahamas are island chains made for boats. A fair comparison of comfort, culture, charter style and who each destination suits.
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Three Generations, One Private Boat: Family Days in San Blas
Planning a Guna Yala day for grandparents, parents and children on a private boat: pace, the early start, shallow water and what to tell us in advance.
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San Blas or the Maldives? An Honest Comparison
San Blas and the Maldives both promise turquoise water and tiny islands, yet they are very different trips. An honest look at comfort, culture and access.
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Celebrating a Birthday on a Private Boat in Guna Yala
How to turn a birthday into a private boat charter in Guna Yala for up to six friends: the route, a cake that survives the heat, drinks and the surprise.
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Lunch on the Sand: How Midday Works in Guna Yala
How lunch works on our VIP and private days in Guna Yala: where it is served, the included drink, what you can bring and how to stretch the afternoon.
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Responsible Luxury: Traveling Well in Guna Yala
Luxury in Guna Yala means space, time and respect, not room service. How to visit the Guna territory well: photos, molas, the reef, rubbish and local rules.
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Elopement and Couple Photoshoots in San Blas
Planning an elopement or couple photoshoot in Guna Yala on a private boat: who counts as a guest, outfits for sand and spray, and the Guna rules on photos.
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Why Small Groups Make a Better Day in the Islands
Why we cap our VIP boats at ten guests and Cayos Holandeses at eight: more time at each stop, a guide who knows your name and a lighter footprint on Guna Yala.
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An Anniversary in San Blas: Ideas for a Day to Remember
Three ways to mark an anniversary in Guna Yala, from a private boat for two to a small-group VIP day, plus ideas that make the date feel truly yours.
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Cayos Holandeses in Private: The Outer Reef on Your Terms
What changes when you reach Cayos Holandeses on a private charter: the long crossing, the reef, timing your snorkel and the groups this remote reef suits.
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How to Plan a Marriage Proposal in San Blas
A practical plan for proposing on a private boat in Guna Yala: choosing the moment, keeping the ring safe and dry, photos, and what to tell our team.
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Planning a Private Boat Day in Guna Yala, Step by Step
How to plan a private boat charter in Guna Yala: group size, choosing islands, timing the morning, what to pack and what to settle with us before you book.
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A San Blas Honeymoon on a Private Boat for Two
How to plan a honeymoon day in Guna Yala with a boat, captain and Guna guide reserved for the two of you: the route, what to pack and what to tell us first.
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