Decapolis- From its tasty mixed drinks to its stylin’ atmosphere, Decapolis is great for both wannabes and hipsters alike. Snag a couch, some feathery pillows, and schmooze with locals or woo your date. The sleek décor and high-fashion crowd makes for a grand old time. Location: Avenida Balboa Phone: 215-500

Moods- Moods is a bar/club hybrid that is almost always packed with early and late night revelers looking to shake their worries away. The tunes here are mostly Reggaeton, which Moods’ patrons can’t get enough of. The place doesn’t close until late on weekends so stay and party the night away. Location: Calle Uruguay Phone: 263-4923

Istmo Pub- Pleasant outdoor stools and tables are surrounded by old barrel kegs, which make Istmo Brew Pub a good little spot to sit down on a lazy summer evening and catch up with a friend. The imposing copper fermentation tanks inside the bar let you know that this place doesn’t mess around with their beer. Ask your server for the complimentary sampler to get the glass that’s right for you. Location: El Cangrejo Phone: 265-5077

Guru- Possibly the trendiest of all Panama clubs, Guru is a club-goer’s dream and it knows it. The big men at the door and high-priced drinks remind you that Panama does indeed know how to party. Cover charge is usually $10 and worth every penny. The place attracts a young, image-conscious demographic so dress to impress.

Carnaval-The Friday before Ash Wednesday will bring large parades, billowing smoke from barbeque stands, cold beverages, and some of the best energy in the world as Panama City’s Carnaval commences. For nearly four straight days the city will forget about work and spend their time in the streets celebrating one of the most recognizable festivals in the world.

Filed under: Panama on June 10th, 2008