About
Panama is the crossroads of the Americas. It stands at the meeting point of continents and oceans, where global trade, biodiversity, cultural traditions, and history intersect. This program immerses students in Panama’s unique blend of history, culture, and global influence. Through museum visits, cultural exchanges, Indigenous community tours, and school visits, students will experience Panama as both a historic bridge between worlds and a vibrant society shaping the future.
Panama Canal
A visit to the Panama Canal brings students face-to-face with the engineering marvel that reshaped global commerce and continues to influence international relations. This program will focus on its influence and the United States’ role in its development.
Heritage and History
Students will explore Panama’s rich cultural heritage through guided tours and immersive experiences, such as visiting Casco Viejo, the Old Panama Ruins, and numerous museums.
Culture and Biodiversity
An immersive tour with an Indigenous Embera community highlights sustainable practices, cultural traditions, and local perspectives on modern challenges. Additionally, at the Biomuseo, designed by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, students will explore Panama’s role in preserving global biodiversity. Lastly, a visit to an IB school will provide a people-to-people experience to remember.
Logistics
Accommodations
Students will stay in secure, double-occupancy hotel rooms, with each student having their own bed.
Panama City - TBD
Dining
Breakfasts at hotels, lunches on the go or in local restaurants, and dinners featuring authentic Panamanian cuisine.
Transportation
Round-trip flights to Panama City, with charter buses and walking tours within Panama.
