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Safety In Panama

01.10.17 | Missions | by Glen Locklear

    - Panama remains relatively safe when compared to other Central American countries, yet crime rates are still higher than one would encounter in most of the United States.  Unfortunately, the rate of simple theft has risen, with smart phones being a particular target.   There are several areas in Panama that are not recommended, and we will not be traveling through or to those regions.

    - Team members will use the “buddy system” i.e., no one will be unaccompanied anywhere…including the bathroom, guys!