Carnaval costumes are also a bit more modest in Panama than in Rio – although no less beautiful or ornate. In fact, one of the most popular events is the parade of polleras, Panama’s ...

PANAMA CITY – Elaborate floats, Mardi Gras beads, costume parties in the street and five days of nonstop partying in Panama. The celebration, which is four days prior to Lent and known as Carnaval, is ...