Romantic Panama Honeymoon Packages

Undiscovered Gem My boyfriend and I stayed at Cala Mia for 4 nights February 2020 .We could not have been more pleasantly surprised with the wonderful staff and beautiful resort. They were... read moreMy boyfriend and I stayed at Cala Mia for 4 nights February 2020 .We could not have been more pleasantly surprised with the wonderful staff and beautiful resort. They were easy to communicate with during the planning time and made all of the arrangements to pick us up from the airport and getting us on the ferry to the island . It was all very fluid and went smoothly. The cab driver was very pleasant and was a big fan of American
Music so we had plenty to talk about on the ride to Cala Mia.

First off , the staff. At Cala Mia they absolutely go above and beyond to make sure you feel like a VIP. The resort is small in size but big in heart and in a sense of family. There was no sense of hierarchy here, just family working together to help the guests live the best experience . We have to give a huge thank you to Joel who is truly dedicated to ensuring your experience is everything you dreamed. He is so helpful, kind and caring and wants to make sure you are comfortable. His recommendations were always on point , as if he knew exactly what we were thinking. We also want to make a shout out to Alex, the bartender, who is an outstanding mixologist . His tiki drinks were delicious and he’s so attentive to his guests that he remembered everyone’s drink orders. His relaxed demeanor was also refreshing considering we were on island time . David (owner) was fantastic; my boyfriend is an avid boater and fisherman and very interested in the resort’s power supply / boating fleet etc. and David took him on a private tour to see the fleet , which was really interesting and very nice of him. Rebecca was amazing and always so helpful in arranging times for our activities and making sure we knew when we needed to be somewhere. She also had a fantastic yoga session every morning that I regret not joining .

The food was awesome. We loved how the dinner changed every night and they would highlight the catch of the day. We were able to eat the fish we caught fishing; the fish tacos were amazing!! There is a lot to choose from for breakfast and lunch and everything is served special. The pizza oven shaped like a turtle at the beach bar was a nice touch! No buffets or hot plate food here! ( something we realized when we got back to Panama City was very important to us )

The activities were a blast. We did a full day of inshore fishing (shout out to Carlos and Christian for being AMAZING captain and first mate for our fishing boat. We caught a huge rooster fish In the first hour, which is what was #1 on our bucket list so the pressure was off for the rest of the day. We went on to catch a good variety of fish including a cubera snapper, many pacific jack, and a huge barracuda . A special thank you to Carlos and Christian because my boyfriend told them his goal that day was to catch a rooster and cubera snapper and we caught both! We were nearing the end of the day and the wind was about to pick up, but before we made a run for home they gave us one last shot at landing a cubera snapper . The mission was accomplished. For myself and my boyfriend this was an amazing experience to be able to say we had gotten every inshore fish on our list. Any fisherman knows that is not an easy feat. Bonus; they were great photographers and we ended up asking for their pictures because they were better than ours!

We also did the Islas Secas Snorkel trip which was spectacular with pan-tropical spotted dolphins jumping around the boat and frolicking near us the whole 45 minute trip to the islands. We also saw sea turtles, royal terns and diving brown boobies (Yes that’s the name of a seabird ). They took the time to try to find the whale shark spotted the day before but unfortunately we never laid eyes on the magnifying creature. What we did see under the pristine water surrounding Islas secas was an abundance of marine life and healthy reef . The spotted eagle ray was the highlight of the day for us as they are pretty elusive. Their flightiness makes them hard to catch on camera, but my boyfriend managed to get great footage!

The location and grounds are really gorgeous and remote. The bird diversity was unreal, I was in heaven hearing all the different bird calls and seeing all the hummingbirds and hermits. The grounds keeper was extremely friendly and loved swapping stories with us about the wildlife and fish we had spotted that day. The cabins are very nice and they feel quite private. We felt right at home with David’s three well behaved dogs, Amber, Winfield and Draco, laying at our feet at the beach bar, as we have Labradors of our own. Everything is also quite close so you can walk to the restaurant, the two beaches, the spa, the pool, etc, all very easily. We walked the trail to the overlook on the island and saw howler money’s right off the trail. We used the paddle boards on the last day and saw a baby (tiny) hammerhead shark battling two frigate birds for the fish he had caught ! Needless to say they are not low on the wildlife encounters here.

I hope we get a chance to come back to Cala Mia someday. If we do we would probably stay a few more nights than we did and go offshore fishing as well as inshore fishing . We would also partake in a snorkel trip again. Thank you to everyone for making our first international trip ( first time out of the USA for both of us ) UNFORGETTABLE.

-Love Victoria and Sam read less

Fishing trip Cabins we stayed in were very clean and modern,,no bugs, A C worked real good.

Food was first class. Lots of fresh fish they cook. Right from the... read moreCabins we stayed in were very clean and modern,,no bugs, A C worked real good.

Food was first class. Lots of fresh fish they cook. Right from the daily fishing trips.

Nice bar, fun drinks.

The owner is always around and runs a tight ship. On top of everything and cares for his guest. It is my second time here and definitely will come back.

Came with my girlfriend. She enjoyed the fishing as well. See pic. read less

Dreamy honeymoon at Cala Mia We arrived at Cala Mia around 11:30am by boat taxi from Boca Chica and were greeted by the lovely Mitsy who was waiting for us with cold towels. Our bags... read moreWe arrived at Cala Mia around 11:30am by boat taxi from Boca Chica and were greeted by the lovely Mitsy who was waiting for us with cold towels. Our bags were taken to our room while Mitsy took us to the dining room / reception where we enjoyed a delicious welcome drink. Mitsy checked us in, shared instructions around excursions etc and then we head to our room to unpack.

The room / hut is a good size, with a large bed and shower room & toilet. The shower water temperature was a little temperamental but to be expected being on an island. The best part for me was the secluded outdoor area; with a sofa and swing, that overlooked a view of the rocks and Pacific Ocean - stunning!

The grounds are lush and BEAUTIFUL! You’re literally on a tropical island in the Pacific. There are 2 x private beaches to enjoy - the main one being where the Tiki bar and lunch is served. You can also use kayaks, paddle boards & life jackets free of charge. We took the kayaks out exploring one day - it was awesome! There’s also a human size chess board to play which is great fun.

The resort also has 3 x gorgeous dogs Draco, Amber & Winfield. Draco, in particular, was so friendly - we took him to the secluded beach one day and he is so cute!

The food was also fantastic. The cocktails are the best!! Alex made us some incredible drinks - some of the best I have ever had - he’s a cocktail wizard!!! The food and drinks aren’t cheap, but the quality was just so good we were happy to pay.

All the staff were lovely and always happy to help with anything we needed.

All in all, we had an amazing honeymoon at Cala Mia Resort - it was relaxing, luxurious and romantic - I would highly recommend staying there read less

Perfect experience! My husband and I stayed at Cala Mia as part of our honeymoon in December 2019. We could not have been more pleased with our stay!

First, the staff. At... read moreMy husband and I stayed at Cala Mia as part of our honeymoon in December 2019. We could not have been more pleased with our stay!

First, the staff. At cala mia they absolutely go above and beyond to make sure you feel like a VIP. I have to give a huge thank you to Joel who is truly dedicated to ensuring your experience is everything you want. He is so helpful and warm and caring and wants to make sure you are comfortable. Just one example, my husband wasn’t feeling well one day, probably a little too much sun, and he really didn’t feel up to going to the restaurant for dinner. I went and told Joel that I would just bring dishes back to our room wrapped up to go if that was ok. Instead, Joel went out of his way to get the entire dinner (bread, appetizers, main meals, desserts, wine) onto a tray that he brought to our cabana and set up personally on our veranda so my husband and I could enjoy the entire meal together in the privacy of our room. Despite the fact that he was responsible for all of the other tables, he ensured we received a five star dining experience and he wanted us to be able to eat together instead of me taking things back. I also want to thank Alex, the bartender, who makes the MOST delicious drinks and is so attentive to everything, and Melanie and Mitzy who were always available and helpful. David (owner) was fantastic; my husband is an engineer and very interested in the resort’s power supply / water etc and David took us on a private tour to see all the equipment and the mechanical room which was really interesting and very nice of him. Diana was amazing and always so helpful in arranging times for our activities and making sure we knew when we needed to be somewhere.

The activities were a blast. We did a day of deep sea fishing (shout out to Carlos and Christian for being AMAZING captain and first mate for our fishing boat). We caught two huge marlin, red snapper, cubera snapper, bonito tuna, yellow fin tuna, and a rooster fish. A special thank you to Carlos and Christian because my husband told them his dream day was to catch a marlin, cubera snapper, and rooster fish. We were nearing the end of the day and had run out of bait before we had a chance for rooster. Instead of calling it a day, they caught more bait and we went for the rooster and ended up catching one which, for my husband, was an amazing experience and he was able to say he had gotten every fish he set out for. For people who know fishing, that is not an easy accomplishment!!

We also did the sunset cruise, horse back riding through the jungle, and sunset yoga. The cruise was great with dolphins jumping around the boat and frisking near us the whole time. Yoga was fantastic; Jessica is a great teacher who ensures you understand the moves and have a calming and wonderful experience. I loved the horse back riding, but I would say it’s more advanced than beginner. I’ve ridden a lot in my life so I found it exhilarating but my husband was a first time rider and it was pretty scary for him as you go through some real jungle terrain, up and down hills steep hills, through water, through dense mud, etc.

The food was awesome. We loved how the dinner changed every night and they would try to highlight the catch of the day. We were able to eat the fish we caught deep sea fishing; red snapper fish tacos were amazing!! There is a lot to choose from for breakfast and lunch and everything is served special, no buffets or hot plate food here!

The location is really gorgeous and remote. The cabins are very nice and they feel quite private. You can enjoy time on the veranda and not see any other guests. Everything is also quite close so you can walk to the restaurant, the two beaches, the spa, the pool, etc, all very easily.

I hope we get a chance to come back to cala mia someday. Thank you to everyone for making the final leg of our honeymoon so special! read less

Great stay, amazing view, great staff, best food I wanted to thank you for making our honeymoon experience a memorable one. 5 Stars.

I wanted to make sure the owners hear our feedback, especially about the staff. They made... read moreI wanted to thank you for making our honeymoon experience a memorable one. 5 Stars.

I wanted to make sure the owners hear our feedback, especially about the staff. They made the entire difference especially since we’re alone in a foreign country. Not so good with names but the receptionist, the server Alex, and chef Garay were terrific.

They ALWAYS had a smile on their face. They always tried to go the extra mile and were eager to always go the extra mile, especially the chef Garay who made us custom dishes not on the menu and made us pizza upon request when the beach bar was closed.

Also, food was amazing. I think it was the second best part of our stay after the beautiful view.

Thank you, will make sure to recommend this place to our friends and family. read less

Absolute Paradise! Do not Miss! The Cala Mia Resort was the highlight of our amazing trip to Panama this month! We stayed at some beautiful spots, but this one topped them all. From the first... read moreThe Cala Mia Resort was the highlight of our amazing trip to Panama this month! We stayed at some beautiful spots, but this one topped them all. From the first booking the owner David and his girlfriend Annie went out of their way to accommodate all of our needs, before we even checked in, food preferences, side trips, expectations, everything. Once we got to the property, we just didn't want to leave! It features these beautiful oceanfront and bayfront bungalows, each with its own individual charm, private, luxurious and with a raised deck right next to the water. Lush landscaping, and flowers, orchids, and trees, birds galore, incredible vistas and views, a suspension bridge to a gorgeous open deck and spa.
We took the side trips to go horseback riding (from one island which you reach by boat all the way back to the Cala Mia resort), snorkeling trip to a private island (which was used in Survivor and has some incredible driftwood) and beautiful coral reefs, waters with turtles, dolphins and lots of sea life). Back at the property, the kayaks, paddleboards were all included, no rental needed. The infinity pool was refreshing. But aside from the beauty, the thing that made our stay so special was the team and the owner, taking time to talk with us ask what we needed, and make some of the most delicious food were had the whole trip. Ahi tuna, banana pancakes (to die for!), fruit every morning, just heavenly! All in all, a beautiful, not to be missed location! Thank you David and team! read less

Tropical paradise We stayed here for four nights with our 9 and 12 year old sons and loved it. All meals were very good and the coffee was excellent. ... read moreWe stayed here for four nights with our 9 and 12 year old sons and loved it. All meals were very good and the coffee was excellent. Such a beautiful place to have breakfast overlooking the water. We stayed in the beach villa and loved it - 6 beds, very nice bathrooms and a great outdoor living space (the villa is very new). The sheets and bed were more comfortable than mine at home. We took full advantage of all the activities at the resort. We were lucky to have a relatively calm day at sea for snorkeling with Fred and Samwell and saw a TON of fish and colorful coral as well as dolphins and flying fish. We had lunch at a secluded beach (where Survivor had been filmed) which was so beautiful. We took the paddle boards out every day (sunrise and sunset). The howler monkeys start howling at 5:45 but aren't too close but it adds to the atmosphere - we did see a tree full of them at the far side of the beach one evening. Tons of birds, toads, only one snake, and one GIANT iguana. Ask David where the iguanas hang out. Our boys played with the giant chess set every day. Loved the selection of games - check out "Pick your poison." David was so helpful with every aspect of our stay and can custom your day-trips for your family. We did a second half-day trip to another couple of islands and our boys got to knee-board. The kids loved the pool and I would also highly recommend the guided kayak mangrove tour with Samwell. We flew from Panama City to David (35 min flight) then drove 75 minutes to Boca Chica (with driver arranged by resort) and then 20 min boat ride to Cala Mia. Not the easiest place to get to but we loved it. The sand is not white like I hear the Atlantic side of Panama is but beautiful nonetheless. No snorkeling right off shore. No yoga currently. Fantastic resort!! Great for couples, families, relaxation or lots of activity - great for whatever you need. read less

Guilty Pleasure My girlfriend reminded me that I owed the Cala Mia a review after a wonderful experience the second week of December. Just coming out of the rainy season we were... read moreMy girlfriend reminded me that I owed the Cala Mia a review after a wonderful experience the second week of December. Just coming out of the rainy season we were a little concerned but the weather was delightful, the food fantastic, the ocean front room spot less. The owners Jenna, David their help and their labradors could not have been nicer. ... we will be back. read less

A Legacy In The Making! If your idea of island hotel luxury is polished marble lobby floors and oversized flat screen TV's in your room, then you've wandered too far from your comfort bubble. ... read moreIf your idea of island hotel luxury is polished marble lobby floors and oversized flat screen TV's in your room, then you've wandered too far from your comfort bubble. Go back to the city and stay at Brand "X." Thankfully, there were no TV's during our 3-day stay at Cala Mia, but we wanted for nothing.

For your discerning perspective, we are both active, able-bodied, fifty-somethings, who have sailed & traveled extensively in the Caribbean. We consider ourselves "foodies," and prefer being far from the things of man.

A short boat ride from the town of Boca Chica, you are transported into a remote, unspoiled, natural wilderness, where howler monkeys can be heard from your bungalow as you watch dolphins frolicking while seated in your swing seat on your private porch overlooking the "ensenada" (cove). Bungalows have sufficient privacy and we spent long intervals on our porch soaking in nature's beauty.

Plenty of activities are available depending on your interest level. Sportfishing & snorkeling tours are popular, but we chose kayaking, SUPing and hiking. A beautiful and easy kayak trip lies up the mangrove river immediately to the west of "west beach" on the resort. We paddled about a mile-and-a-half up river where the mangrove canopy envelopes the river and you feel like you're in a nature documentary. A truly unique ecosystem and "Levy," the bartender, had cold drinks waiting for us as we beached our kayaks back at the resort after a couple hours on the water.

A ten minute hike into the forest from the resort along a trail found us face-to-face with troupes of howler monkeys. We even watched a mother nursing what appeared to be a new-born monkey in a Carob tree only a few feet above our heads. We spotted many unique bird species darting in & out of the trees. I was glad I brought my binoculars!

Often, one trades-away culinary expectations when staying in such a remote location, but we were very pleasantly surprised by the gastronomy practiced by Chef Eduardo. Each night, at least two dinner options were available, and we always ordered one of each to share. Whether it was filet mignon, fresh fish or chicken cordon bleu, we were very pleased with the quality and presentation. We were pleasantly greeted each time we entered the dining area by our server, "Roni". She and her sister "Zelal", are recently imported from Turkey by older sister, Jana, who runs the resort with her boyfriend, David. We were always made to feel warm & welcomed by the "family." We were truly sorry to have to leave such a friendly staff.

We took advantage of full body massages by "Gladys," in the adjacent rock island spa connected by a charming rope bridge. This resort just oozes romance for couples, so I'd recommend using that to your full advantage.

We stayed here as part of an investigatory 10-day trip to determine if Panama is right for us in retirement. The Boca Chica area reminded us of what the BVI's must have been like in the 1960's, before those resorts became household names. Cala Mia is destined to become a legacy unto itself! read less

Boutique Island Family and Fishing Resort Wow!!! Cala Mia is simply an extraordinary small boutique resort; a real island paradise for couples and families. Everything from the natural beauty, the accommodations, the cuisine, and the staff... read moreWow!!! Cala Mia is simply an extraordinary small boutique resort; a real island paradise for couples and families. Everything from the natural beauty, the accommodations, the cuisine, and the staff is Five Star. Whether you want to do world class sport fishing ( with it’s sister operation Panama Nautical Club), kayak, swim, horseback ride, snorkel, paddle board or just lie on one of it’s private beaches, this is a completely turn key experience. From the time we were picked up to be brought to the island ( given the choice of by car and short boat ride, or a longer boat trip through the mangroves which we did and highly recommend) you’re truly on vacation. The owner , David ( originally from New Zealand) seems to have thought of everything. My family enjoyed it so much we changed our plan to do three days at two resorts, and stayed for all six days ( we actually checked out, went to the other resort,and collectively regretting having left Cala Mia, contacted David to arrange returning for the additional three days of our vacation. I couldn’t recommend it more. We intend to make this an annual vacation spot. read less

Tropical Paradise Have you ever wished that it would be you along with Robinson Crusoe on a tropical island away from it all? I did and my childhood dreams were realized in... read moreHave you ever wished that it would be you along with Robinson Crusoe on a tropical island away from it all? I did and my childhood dreams were realized in Cala Mia. It is picture perfect, tropical, lined with coconut palms, waves gently leap on the powder soft brown beach, monkeys scream in the jungle but you have all comforts of civilization : hot showers, gourmet meals, cold drinks, and much more. You could be as active as you wish with array of excursions including deep sea fishing or as sedentary as we were floating in the blue-green water at day and gazing at the myriads stars at night while swimming in soft warm ocean with amazing bio-luminescent plankton enveloping your body like in a surreal dream. The owner David is incredibly interesting world traveler and the kindest person. Perfect for couples and families. read less

Amazing location I really LOVE this hotel. The location is amazing and all the rooms have ocean view. The furniture in the room is well chosen and the beds are very comfi.... read moreI really LOVE this hotel. The location is amazing and all the rooms have ocean view. The furniture in the room is well chosen and the beds are very comfi.
Take your credit card and enough cash for the water taxi. On the island is no ATM, no shop, nothing........so be warned. Take EVERYTHING you need. The service in the hotel is very good and they gave me a discount the next time I came back. They also gave me a discount on the food, so that is sweet. I went on a guided tour, but the guide is a local guy who doesn't speak English (just so you know). The tour is not for softies, we went up a STEEP hill to get a view of the entire island and then my camera battery was EMPTY, what was a reason to come back, cause once you're up the hill, the view is breath taking. The path was very slippery, so take good shoes with good profile and take enough water, cause it's HOT. The hotel gives you a bottle of cold water on your trip. The guide was very good with spotting animals, so take your camera. We also went to his house as a so called tour through an Indian village. At first I felt embarrassed and uncomfortable about this. Those people live in extreme poverty and then I come around and look at them as some sort of touristic attraction?
The hotel however does a lot of good things for the local people and give them jobs, so that is a good thing.
The second time I came back with charged camera and my boyfriend and were in a different room, just as beautiful as my first room. Please note, that on the contrary of some other hotel on this island, this hotel does not accept any day time guests.

The staff does everything to make you feel comfortable and they ask how you are doing and if you need anything else. Of course, the hotel is not the cheapest on earth, but I mean, the location is soooooooo beautiful and all in all its definitely money well spent. We had an amazing weekend and are ready to come back for more and to walk the entire island. read less

Unforgettable Breath-taking!!! In all directions! I will never forget this wonderful place!! Truly heaven on earth. Set on a point at the end of a little island on the Pacific Ocean surrounded by clear blue... read moreI will never forget this wonderful place!! Truly heaven on earth. Set on a point at the end of a little island on the Pacific Ocean surrounded by clear blue water. and dotted with little islands off in the distance. There are 2 perfect beaches on both sides of the point. And it doesn't matter which cabana you stay in - you are overlooking the ocean. I woke up to peaceful ocean waves each morning! I saw beautiful birds and relaxed in total peace and comfort - far away from the hustle of the rest of the world. This would be a perfect place to go on a honeymoon, because the place is inherently romantic! No matter which direction you face - you are looking at all the beauty that this world has to offer!!! I loved it. The staff are wonderful, the Food and Chef were great! The rooms are spotless and lovely. I would not hesitate to come for another visit!!! Good for people looking to immerse themselves into a world of nature, sea life, and beauty. read less

Birthday in paradise Having travelled most of Panama with our grown children and their significant others as part of my birthday, we decided to end at Cala Mia before heading home. With no... read moreHaving travelled most of Panama with our grown children and their significant others as part of my birthday, we decided to end at Cala Mia before heading home. With no expectations, we trusted the internet photos...and our travel agent booked us here for 3 nights. What a BONUS way to end one of the most beautifully memorable birthdays EVER!
From the moment we arrived by boat, we were captivated by the simplicity of this 'Robinson Carusoe' locale. If you are looking for a way to escape from the world while enjoying some of the best cuisine I have had in Panama...look no further. Our only regret is that we only had three days here. One big feature not to be missed is the day trip by boat to some of the best snorkelling in Panama happily arranged by ever efficient Brian and staff. The beach was secluded and a delicious meal was prepared for our family right on the beach.
This location is perfect for honeymooners, family get aways or weddings.
If you are well travelled and want a fresh experience getting back to nature, this is your destination. I am only sad that once the word gets out, this hidden gem will be hard to book.
Stays are in self contained cottages for one or two couples.
Paddle boards and kayaks for travel through the mangroves are provided. Can not say enough about this perfect beach getaway. Stay as active or lazy as you want with fabulous drink concoctions provided by John. Ask for the 'coco loco' a house specialty.
Loved our stay... we will be back! read less

Perfect honeymoon We decided to spend our honeymoon in Panama, which coincided with New Year's Eve 2015, and chose Cala Mia to stay away from the crowds and enjoy some rest and... read moreWe decided to spend our honeymoon in Panama, which coincided with New Year's Eve 2015, and chose Cala Mia to stay away from the crowds and enjoy some rest and sun... Everything from the arrival by lancha, to the welcome coconut and the food... oh the food! It was perfect. The staff was super friendly and ready to help, the rooms were very comfortable, the private beach and kayak was just what we needed to unwind... We didn't want the holiday to end! Cannot wait to go back to this piece of paradise. read less

Cala Mia Restaurant - take her somewhere really special Want a REALLY special treat for her?

You don't have to be in the dog-house to take your mate somewhere special, but if you are in there - here is... read moreWant a REALLY special treat for her?

You don't have to be in the dog-house to take your mate somewhere special, but if you are in there - here is your get our of trouble FREE card:

NOTE: As loyal readers know - I do not accept payment my reviews. I pay my own way - and if I like a place. I write about it. If I don't, I just ignore it - and tell the owner what I didn't like.

This place I LOVED (More importantly, so did my wife). Here is my recipe for "Happy Wife, Happy Life"

Start with a bottle of chilled champagne. Don't tell her where you are taking her. Added points for flowers. Drive to Boca Chica Marina. The fantasy begins with a gentle fifteen-minute boat ride past pristine beaches, mangroves, estuaries and water-front mansions that you only see in pictures.

You arrive at the dock and are escorted to the infinity pool overhanging the cliffs and spectacular views of the Archipelago de Chiriqui - a National Marine Park. You have arrived at Cala Mia Resort on Boca Brava.

To totally win her over, feed her their shrimp ceviche that in my opinion should be entered in the National Ceviche Championships, because it would win.

The thatched-hut dining room and eclectic bar are charming. The constant breeze is gentle and warm. The music wafts over the pool as our hostess Canan, a beautiful Kurdish woman of uncompromising grace, sits and casually chats with the guests, pouring chilled rosé,

Casual elegance is how I would describe the artfully decorated resort, from the sea-shell and stone mosaics in the sidewalks, the glass-brick shower stalls, the rope-work and wood on the swinging bridge over the sea to the spa - (the resident masseuse was doing her magic on another couple as we arrived).

Dinner was nothing short of brilliant - starting with a crisp salad, lobster grilled to perfection, more wine - and topped off with a decadent chocolate dessert that is illegal in some states. The service was un-rushed and polished - everything was quietly well-timed.

The restaurant describes itself as Italian seafood. The chef is very skilled. We were told that meals were $30 for a three course meal. Our dinner for four, with more wine than I will admit to in writing, was around $100 per person. It was worth it.

Their signature menu items are an eggplant tower, ceviche and the lobster. Spices are all Panamanian. Most of the food is locally sourced. The staff are dressed in the brightly-coloured clothing of the indigenous Noble-Bugle tribe that lives on the island.

There are a total of eleven casitas in the resort - each with waterfront views, air conditioning, and glass brick showers. At Cala Mia Resort, casual (but luxurious) comfort reins supreme. One casita is a family suite, sleeping four in a King plus two twin beds a living room and a TV (the only TV on the island).

It is a five-star Eco-Resort located on the Island of Boca Brava in Chirqui Province. It is not cheap. Room rates are $300 to $1,000 a night. The rate includes water transport, gratuities, water sports equipment, kayaks, and breakfast. Water taxi is $20 for the boat. Massage is $80 - $105. High speed Wi Fi is everywhere. Clearly they have targeted an up-scale clientele.

As we finished our dessert, David Fraser, one of the new owners arrived back at the resort from town. This outgoing and amiable Kiwi is intriguing and engaging, and coupled with Canan's charming style and graciousness, they stand to make this a special place for many, many couples.

Canan's expertise is teaching women in business how to communicate with men - and her ideas about creating a sanctuary where couples can recharge, regenerate and relax gives them a unique selling proposition that I think is a winner.

Acceptance of diverse lifestyles, providing the human touch, and serving guest "out of my love" as Canan puts it, makes this place special.

Take your special someone here. No matter how stupid you have been - they will forgive and forget. Trust me.

Just one sunset in the infinity pool, watching the swallows swooping and the pelicans diving, and starring up at a night sky packed full of brilliant stars will win their heart over every time.

Phone: (507) 851-0025, From USA (210) 390-4259 read less

Wonderful Service and beautiful location This was our first time coming to Panama and to Isla Boca Brava. We were visiting for our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived to David airport, Bibiana had arranged... read moreThis was our first time coming to Panama and to Isla Boca Brava. We were visiting for our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived to David airport, Bibiana had arranged for us to be picked up. The driver was there and even bought us some cold water to drink on the way. Then we made it to the port at David and the boat driver took us on a wonderful ride. He offered drinks if we wanted them, but we had the water. When we arrived to the island, Bibiana was there to greet us with drinks and cold towels to wash our face.

It was funny, there was a large group there for sport fishing and they were a bit rowdy, but the staff at Cala Mia really made sure that we were taken care of and not forgotten. They gave us a bottle of Champagne for our honeymoon and made arrangements for romantic setting for our dinner, which we appreciated.

Everything was smooth in terms of planning events that we wanted to do. They were very flexible about changes, and helping us when needed. They also were so helpful when my husband got a migraine from the heat. They provided some medicine and were very understanding about us having to reschedule our activities.

So overall here are the pros and cons:

Pros: the service of the staff--they were amazing, the location is beautiful, the quiet, the food, very clean, fun adventures are available, the environment is relaxed, the pool, the Howler monkeys, and the owners (so incredibly nice and caring) and their dogs.

Cons: a little bit rustic (if you don't like bugs, not for you--but they do make a good effort at providing bug spray, and keeping things clean), shower is a bit fiddly, not a lot of amenities (no lotion, no conditioner, no bar of soap only shower gel), not great vegetarian choices. read less

Paradise Small unkown paradise perfect for couples to rest out of the big cities. Staff very attentive and carefuly you can see wild monkeys and beaches whith anyone only caching a... read moreSmall unkown paradise perfect for couples to rest out of the big cities. Staff very attentive and carefuly you can see wild monkeys and beaches whith anyone only caching a canoa allorganized you can take tours directly from hotel and they has a good restaurant only eight bungalows
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A 5-Star Outdoor Lab School We 2 couples arrived on the last leg of our 2-week trip to Panama. When we arrived in Boca Chica, parked our rental car as suggested and hauled our... read moreWe 2 couples arrived on the last leg of our 2-week trip to Panama. When we arrived in Boca Chica, parked our rental car as suggested and hauled our luggage down to the area to be picked up, we didn't know what to expect. We were picked up in a pachanga boat and the 17 minute ride was a mystery, We still didn't know what to expect.

We were met at the dock by Diana with cold hand towels, and that was the classy beginning to what was a phenomenol 2 nights at Cala Mia. The casitas were fabulous and immaculate, the staff was family-friendly, and the restaurant met our every need.

We would never hesitate to recommend this facility to anyone. If I could change one thing: I would find a way to keep the AC unit from blowing directly on the bed(s). read less