(I was going to split this 18 day (16 days + 2 days traveling) trip report into a series of reports. I didn't file during the trip because I had trouble sizing my photos and because I was having too much fun!)
(I have to apologize for these reports as I do not have the addresses of the clubs. It really isn't a problem though, as the cabbies know where to go)
I started this journey with my traveling buddy Tony. We left the Pacific Northwest for a 12 hour journey to Panama City. We arrived in PC around 11:00 pm and found our ride into town. After a $20 tip we were at Hotel Marbella. We stowed our bags and walked out onto the street in front of the hotel to see what was going on. Tony needed a pack of cigarettes so we hailed a cab to find us a little tienda. He took us to a cigar store that didn't sell cigarettes but I did pick up a nice Cuban cigar. Next on to the Shell station for Marlboros and back to the hotel. WRONG. The cabbie suggested we check out La Palace. This is a fairly small strip club. Lots of attractive mujeres and about every 15 minutes or so one goes on stage for a dance. I think we paid around $8 for two Panama beers but didn't but any ladies drinks.
After finishing our cervesas we headed for the Blue Goose (Gruz Azul) It was closed so we went to Ellite II. The Cabbie called this Josephines at first so that is were we thought we were. Beers were $5 and Ladies drinks were $10. My podner settled with two fine looking Columbianas while I was captivated with a dark skinned Columbiana named Alanza 01. After buying too many ladies drinks, and with cell phone numbers in hand, we left.
On to Club Miami. This was a strip club with a lot of fine looking Colombianas. Drinks were on par with the other strip clubs. I sat with a fine looking Colombiana named Claudia while my buddy was with a wild gal named ? Two other Colombianas sat with and my bud was buying drinks for all. (this turned out to be one of his strong points) I got Claudia's # and Tony got Monica's. I think they said the bar fine was $100 and they wanted $100.
Next stop was the Royal Elegance (hard to find but the cabs know it). This is a secure facility with a back entrance. I don't remember the costs of the ladies drinks, but it wasn't bad. I sat with Edith, a Panamaņa 02 03 for a while and decided to see one of the back rooms. $60 at the desk and we were set. We started out with a nice DATY where she showed her appreciation vocally. Next to a CBJ and then cowgirl, reverse GC and mish. She was a very nice young Panamaņa lady of 29 years. My buddy was with a Panamaņa named Lulu. Our cabbie was waiting for us and we returned to the Hotel. We gave him $40 for 5 hours of helping us.
Day 2
Around 9:00 we left the Hotel Marbella and walked toward Via Espaņa. There is a block between Monolo's Restarante and Via Espaņa that has a strip club and a massage place that I think is called the Oasis. Walking up this one block at least 10 cabbies tried to entice us into going to clubs with them while 2 mujeres de calle grabbed me by crotch and said sucky sucky $5 or fucky fucky $20. So much for needing to know Espaņol! One mujere was rubbing her ample back side against my buddies crotch and getting a lot of attention from traffic. We managed to make it through the street and headed for the casino on the corner. On the way back we stopped in at the Oasis and there were around 10 or so girls working a small reception area. A couple were OK (7-8), and two wouldn't wake up off the benches. We passed and walked towards the hotel. A cab passed by and we tried to hail it but it drove by. At the end of the block it backed up towards us and we told the driver Josephines. We started to get in and noticed that it was occupied by two women. The driver said this was better than Josephines and after a little haggling we set off for a disco. At the disco I chose the slim dark Colombiana 04 05 and left the big boobed one for my bud. We had a nice time at the disco dancing and watching the locals dance. I didn't realize that the cabbie was waiting for us and after an hour he came in and wanted to be paid. I went outside to settle with him. He wanted $30. Just then my date, Daniela came out and got into a heated argument with him about price gouging. I ended up giving him $3 and he left. Don't cross Daniela. We left the disco and made a stop at El Ray for some liquor. I waited in the cab with the two ladies. Guess who showed up. The cabbie from the disco. Another heated argument ensued (wish I could understand fast hot Spanish) and the driver took off. You really don't want to get into it with these hot blooded Colombianas. We made it back to the Hotel Marbella. As we walked into the lobby we were stopped by the management and told we couldn't bring both ladies to our room. They insisted that we get a separate room which we did. I didn't appreciate this and told them so. Anyway I had a very nice session with Daniela while my partner had a wild session with Paola 06 I agreed to get in touch with Daniela the next day. $100 each for Paola and Daniela.
Day 3
We had a great dinner at El Trapiche on Via Argentina. Ropa Viejo (old clothes) was around $4, while the jumbo prawns in garlic sauce was $6.50. This is a must see place with very good traditional Panamanian food. Now on to Ellite II. This turned out to be the same place as Josephines but due to the cheap alcohol we didn't notice. I met a nice Colombiana named Luna while my buddy was sitting with Leidi (4 days in Panama). After several ladies drinks and 2 $25 private dances I left with phone numbers. On the way out I met Alonza from the previous night. She gave me a big squeeze and told her I'd lost her #. I agreed to call her and asked why she worked at both Josephines and Ellite II. She looked confused.
Day 4
Met Daniela 07 for breakfast at Monolo's and back to Hotel Marbella for some fun. She was in the process of moving to a new apartment and needed $100 to cover the rent. I could see where this was going. She left around 1:00 to pack and move but agreed to meet at 9:00 pm for dinner. By 10:00 she was a no-show so I left her a message that I was going to go eat. I figured that was the last I'd see of her. Sitting at Monolo's Daniela walked up and explained that the had fallen a sleep. (not the last time I would hear that excuse from her and others). She looked stunning and joined us for dinner. Back at the Hotel she says that she needs another $100 for moving expenses but that would be the last of it. I would be hers for the next two weeks. Is there a pattern here? She also mentioned in passing that if I would go the US consulate and sign a form she could get a visa. I'm sure she was just interested in me though. We actually had a passionate session and she agreed to call.
Before we started she asked if Tony would like to see Paola again. He did, so we called the lobby to let them know we would be having a visitor. They said that was against the rules and Daniela lit into them again. Tony and I expressed our concerns over the way the management treated our guests. The next day we moved out and got rooms in the Hotel California. HC is on Via Espaņa and has nice single rooms for $20. It has very friendly staff, lots of ice, an open roof top and no problems with guests.
(As an aside: these women have rough histories. Daniela was pregnant at 14 by a 47 year old man who was later shot in Calle, Colombia. Most of the women I met had multiple children living with mothers, aunts, etc.
Another aside: Spending a lot of time talking to chicas who don't speak very much English is a very good way to practice Espaņol.)
Daniela turned out to be true to her word though. We spent several more days together and she didn't ask for anything else. I did buy her a CD while she was helping me pick out some good salsa and merengue music. The only money I gave her was for cab fare.
Later that night we went back to Ellite II to see if Alonza was there. Wait a minute, this looks like Josephines. I was starting to catch on. Alonza wasn't in yet so I sat with a stunning Dominican named Heidi (love these names). I was beginning to think I'd go off with here when Alonza showed up. After a few drinks I paid the bar fine of $65 and off we went. She looked hot and we proceeded to have a great session. She is very wild and covered all the bases well. We planned to go to the beach the following day but that didn't happen.
Day 5
In the evening I decided to go to Life Girls. This place is located next to Gran Morrison on Via Espaņa near the Hotel Contenental. I told the Cab driver Hotel Continental to avoid the hassle and he wanted to know if I wanted the casino or the lobby. I opted for the lobby. The doorman opened the cab door for me. I felt foolish just walking off down the street, so I walked into the lobby and took the stairs. After using the bathroom I started down the stairs to go to Life Girls. Half way down I hear "Mark!". Guess who? Daniela is in the lobby waiting for her friend Paola. "What are you doing her?" "Looking for another woman?"she says. "Uh, no, just going to the casino?" I was caught cheating on a prostitute. How odd. She agreed to accompany me to the casino where we dropped $20. She suggested we go to the Multicentro Casino on Balboa. This is a very nice casino located in a big new mall. The mall is a good place to girl watch during the days with many stunning females shopping and working. Daniela managed to turn my $5 into $50 which I made her keep. Afterward, back to the hotel for fun.
Later that night I decided to revisit Royal Elegance. My cab driver had trouble finding the place but eventually asked the right cabbie and we made it. I told him not to wait. Once inside I took a seat and Edith noticed me and came running over. We talked for a while and headed to a room ($60). This was better than the first time with DFK and DATY. She came twice and finished with a nice mutual massage. I gave her a gift of Victoria's Secret thong which she seemed to really like. I asked Edith to call a cab for me while I waited in the lobby. There were several cabbies waiting in the lobby and they do a pretty hard sell. Edith and I waited in the courtyard where she gave me her # and the cab came for the trip home.
Day 6
Daniel called and came to the Hotel California around 8:00 pm. We went to dinner with my partner at an Italian place. She got a call for "business" and asked if it was OK to leave. I wanted a little space so readily agreed. I gave her $2 for cab fare and said goodbye.
Time to try Life Girls again. I told the cabbie "Gran Morison on Via Espaņa". "It's closed he says". "That's OK I say just take me there". "I know a better place" he says. This routine is starting to piss me off and I tell him so. Clearly he doesn't have an arrangement with life girls like he does with Ellite II "Just take me to Life Girls and leave me there". Finally he does and pulls into the upstairs parking lot and gets out. I told him not to wait but he comes in with me any way. I complained to the management that he didn't want to bring me here and now won't leave. They had words and he walked out. He gave me a very hateful look and I replied with "besa mi culo, senor". That phrase finally came in handy.
Life girls was a medium size strip club with around 12-15 Panamaņas and Colombianas working. A new to Panama Colombiana attached her self to me. She wasn't my type but I bought her a drink ($8). She said she cost $60 but didn't know about the bar fee. It turned out to be $65. I got her number and left. Out on via Espaņa I ran into the cabbie Anthony. Off we went to the Gruz Azul. It is in Rio Abajo and was open this time. This is a fairly large bar with a lot of local Panamaņos drinking. The mujers sit alone at the margins until you signal them. Ladies drinks are $3 and beers are $1. I chose a lovely Colombiana named Lesli 08. It costs $15 for 15 minutes. I paid $30 and was led to her room. These women actually live there. They have a dresser, bed, bathroom and small sitting area. We had a good session with DATY (she came) and CG where we both came together.
In the parking lot I was offered Panama Red, Coke and Viagra. What a combination! Not while on a visitor card!
Day 7
We needed to take some time off so flew to David. Rented a car and drove to Boquete. For $60 we took the canopy tour. This turned out to be a blast! Zipping down cables at 40 mph through the canopy of the cloud forest. We actually saw a Quetzal near one of the platforms. The guides were impressed as some of them had never seen one.
Back for a quiet night in David.
Day 8
The next day we took off in the car for Bocas del Toro. It is a very nice drive over the continental divide to the Caribbean side. It's about a 3 hour drove through stunning scenery. We made it almost to Almarente (the ferry to Bocas) and the road was closed. We back-tracked to Chiriqui Grande for some food and shopping. The Caribbean side seems more poor but also very pretty and laid back. Later that day we drove back to Boquete and David to spend the night for a 12 noon flight back to Panama City.
That night I asked a cab driver if there were any clubs to meet mujers. He suggested the White Horse (Caballo Blanco) or the Paridiseo. After a good dinner at the Hotel international we went to the White Horse. We sat down and were joined by Franzi (21yr Colombiana) and Sasha a 22 yr old Panamaņa. They offered to come to our room after they got off at 5:00 for $100. Sasha was a HOT dancer so I readily agreed. The problem was that we only had 1 room. Tony agreed to get a second room. We left with their numbers and a date for 6:00 am.
From there we went to the Paridiseo. The sign actually said Cabaret Palaide. This was similar to the Blue Goose with mujeres sitting alone until called. I signaled a nice looking Panamaņa named Lucio 09 10. Like the blue goose she lived in her room. She was very responsive to DATY and seemed to come for 10 minutes straight. $30 for 30 minutes wasn't enough with her though and the loud knock on the door came too early. All in all it was a good session though. Now back top the Hotel for a couple of hours sleep.
Back at the Hotel International I informed the desk that I would be having a visitor at 5:30 for an early morning breakfast date. He seemed concerned and said that the hotel restarante would not be open at 6:00. I said we would wait in my room until they opened. No problema.
At 6:00 I got a call from the lobby saying we had guests but that we would be charged $10 extra for each guest. I later explained to them that they had just lost all future business from me and my friends for that. I would avoid the Hotel International in David. I have heard that the Hotel Castillo is $20 and very friendly.
Sasha showed up at my room shortly and Tony took off with Franzi. Sasha turned out to be a dynamo 11 12 13 14 15. We had a hot session touching on most of the menu items. She fell a sleep and we slept for a couple of hours. I woke her up so I could pack but she had other ideas. We slept again and again I tried to wake her. She wanted it again and again. I finally used up the four condons I had and two of hers and convinced her that I needed to go to the airport. We have talked several times since and sent emails.
Day 9 Carnaval
We were back in Panama City Saturday for Carnaval. The town really shuts down from Friday afternoon until the next Thursday Morning. Many people leave the city and head for the interior for some of the better Carnaval celebrations. During the afternoons there are a lot of families with young children and grand parents walking along Via Espaņa. The streets are lines with beer gardens (50 cents a beer) and mixed drink bars (50 cents for Ron y Coca. Every 100 feet or so is a stage with live music or a Disco playing music. Lots of dancing and drinking going on. It really is a different atmosphere than the New Orleans Mardi Gras scene. None of the "show your tits" stuff. Just families and everyone enjoying music, drink and people. In the late afternoon parades come by. The Carnaval queen and her court were impressive.
Day 10 Carnaval
There are a lot of kids and adults using squirt guns to ambush you. Bags of confetti sell for a dime and the kids are ruthless. It is very common to get a face full every minute or so. Keep your drink covered if you don't want to drink confetti. When the sun goes down more people crowd the streets. Traffic is blocked off and you must pass checkpoints to get in. The national police give a very thorough pat down. It was so thorough that I was tempted to tip the officer a dollar for the nice handjob. I spoke with several of the ladies about business during carnival and they all said it was very slow. With so much free pussy around I can see why. I did take advantage of the freebies, but also used the time to cash in on some of the phone numbers I had collected. Slow business makes for better negotiations.
Day 11
Only two days of Carnaval left. At midnight I decided to call it a night and try to catch up on sleep. We had been drinking 50 cent Ron y Cocas all night while listening to very loud music and I was buzzed and tired. I walked the 6 or 7 blocks back to the Hotel California and went to bed. While I was a sleep Tony was still at it. Around 2:00 he was sitting on the curb with 30 or so other people when a group of police officers came up to him. Tony doesn't speak more than a few words of Espaņol. He says he thought they asked where he was staying then hauled him off to a converted truck. He was the only one they bothered. He sat in this jail truck for an hour and a half while his guard smoked on a big stogy and chattered away in Spanish. It sounded like a stereotypical movie scene. Another officer came by and told him he could go. We still don't know why he was detained.
On the way back he picked up two mujers de calle and brought them to our hotel. I was woken out of a sound sleep by a naked women crawling in to my bed. Could be worse! She wanted $40 which was OK with me. She gave her name as Angeli but her phone number didn't work when I tried the next day. I was lucky. I paid her when we were through and she went to Tony's room to get her friend. Tony was a sleep (passed out?) and woke up to find his camera with over 200 photos missing.
Day 12 Fat Tuesday, last day of Carnaval
I vowed to take it easy and Tony swore a vow of abstinence. That made it until about 8:00 pm. We went to El Trapiche but it was closed. One block further up Via Argentina was a nice busy restaurant where I gat a very good "opened" sirloin medium rare. After dinner we went through the pat down check point. Again a very thorough search. This was definitely the most crowded night. It was shoulder to shoulder. We made our way to a mixed drink stand and I ordered a drink. The bar tender introduced me to his "amiga". I assumed she was another professional. We talked for a while and decided to hit the Casino in the Hotel Panama for some quieter conversation. Her name was Juanita and she was very good at the video machines. $5 became $60 twice. It turns out she was not a pro and never asked me for a dime the next 4 days. She worked as a waitress/bartender and also cooked for sailboat charters. We spent most of our time in bed, sleeping, dining, shopping, etc. She took me to her very small apartment (300 square feet) with no electricity and only cold water faucets. Even then, it was clean, neat and her personal items and clothes were well organized and well cared for. It was an eye opener for me. I don't quite understand it, but it was quite erotic being with her in that apartment.
Day 13-16
Spent most of my time with Juanita. Last minute gift shopping and packing.
Day 18 The last night. Tony, Juanita and I went to dinner at Boleros near Balboa and Calle 42. Very good Cuban food. After dinner we stopped by the disco in back for a few minutes. There were 15 or so couples drinking and dancing to salsa, merengue and Panamanian reggae. Juanita turned out to be a talented salsa dancer but alas, couldn't do much with me as a pupil. Tony started ordering rounds of Tequila and we stayed for a couple of hours. When Juanita and I were getting ready to leave, Tony sat with a very stunning Colombiana. She wanted $200 to leave so he passed. Juanita and walked the 6 blocks back to the hotel and said our goodbye's Next morning I was up at 6:30 for an 8:00 am flight. It was close but we made it.
Epilog:
There were several places I wanted to visit but didn't. Most notably was Golden Time. I also would go back to the Oasis near the Hotel Panama for a masaje. I walked by the River Club which is located in a back parking lot but didn't go in as it was mid afternoon. There are supposedly a couple of other places in the same area but I couldn't locate them.
So many women, so little time!
I ended up seeing 8 different women for a total of 24 different "encounters" during the 16 days we were in Panama. I'm already planning my next trip.