This island, located in the east coast of Panama, is unlikely to fully respond to his name, which is translated from Spanish as a big island. In fact, he covers a slice of a little more than twenty six square kilometers, and with a population of about one thousand people. No, well, if you compare it with the surrounding islands, then he really will look great. But back from geography and return to the topic of our story, in which I will try to reveal the pros and cons of this resort.
I can not say that tourism on the Grande is well developed, even more would be more correct to write that it is in the initial stage of development, nevertheless there is a number of hotels and even private real estate, in which you can get a good time at rest or staying on the island. Just want to immediately disappoint those who wait for such a trip to the entertainment and parties in nightclubs or bars, that this direction does not fit for them, because in this plan the Grande will not be interesting, and does not have similar entertainment facilities. No, bars and small restaurants here, of course, there are, but no more. And who dreams of spending unforgettable days in a quiet and relaxed atmosphere, on a golden sandy beach, washed by the Emerald Waters of the Caribbean Sea, this island may seem to be a paradise on Earth (approximately as on chocolate advertising "Bounty"), well, or like that.
On the beauties of the underwater world of the surrounding Grande, you can write a separate story. This is one of the reasons for the popularity of this place, or more correctly to say the resort, which attracts not only fans of snorkeling, but also divers, from around the world.
I started talking about real estate to stay tourists, which is on the island. These are mainly small hotels, complexes of villas and private houses. The choice is quite modest, but sufficient for the number of people who visit the Grande at the moment. It is clear that with the development of tourism, on this island, the construction of hotels and other objects will increase, but until it happened, you have a unique opportunity to admire it almost with pristine beauty, as they say, not spoiled tourism.
About private property, I can not say anything definite, but as for public places, it is worth paying attention to Bananas Village Resort.,
Located on the eastern part of the island. This is a completely decent place to stay, with good numbers and a beautiful beach area. For family and relaxing holidays will be an excellent option. And his plus is a privacy, since the eastern part of the island is not inhabited as a western, close to the mainland. It can be both a plus and a minus. If you look from the point of view of calm, then there is a impression of life on a desert island, in a circle of people alone here. True, boats, boats and yachts from the mainland or other part of the island periodically swim into coastal waters. But despite this privacy, there is everything you need for a full rest. I say not only about comfortable rooms, but also about the pool in the territory,
Children's playground, terraces and gazebo for sunburn and rest. In addition, a good restaurant offers a variety of dishes, both local and international cuisine. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy seafood, which are caught by local fishermen and are supplied in the most recent form, and at really affordable prices.
On the opposite, the West Bank of the island, civilization is more developed. Not from what is smarter than hotels, even rather, on the contrary. But there is more people living here, there are some stores, there is a roadway, constantly run from the mainland boats and boats. I forgot to say that with the mainland of Panama, to the island of Grande, you can reach no more than five minutes, the distance is completely small, and the amount of water transport is more than sufficient.
If you decide to stay in this area, nearby to the marine post with the mainland, then pay attention to El Nido Del Postre
True, with children, if they are small age, such a holiday in the spirit of Robinson Cruzo will not be completely comfortable. In this case, it is better to drive a little along the coast and get to the hotel Sister Moon Hotel. which is much more clearer.
Just do not think that this is familiar, in our understanding, hotel with a wide range of services, animated personnel and other blessings of civilization.
The rooms are not chic, but quite cozy, there is even a swimming pool, billiards and inventory for water sports. In general, according to the standards of the Island of Grande, quite a normal place to relax, including with children.
Once again, affecting the topic of travel with children, I must say that convenience in this will largely depend on the accommodation you have chosen, which does not always meet the necessary conditions. As for the sea or the beach, there will be no problem here, because most of the coastal line of the island is covered with a coral reef, which is formed with each other and the shore, a perfectly suitable for swimming children and adults who do not know how to swim.
Regarding the minuses and the advantages of the island of Grande, I told, in general terms, you can add more to the cons relaxing on this Panaman resort, the duration of the road, because at first it is necessary to get to the capital of the country, and the flight takes at least fifteen hours. Then follow the direction of the city of Colon and then to La Guaira, where the boats go to the island. If the route interests you, then this is more detailed, you can learn from the article written on this issue.
From myself only I can add that the Grande is considered one of the best and interesting resorts of Panama, so if you decide on a trip to this central American country, then you should not exclude this option from the list. And this is an interesting option now, while it did not touch the wave of mass tourism. Do not miss your chance.
This video is closer to introduce you to the Grande and will demonstrate the beauty of the island, and at the same time one of his hotels, which I mentioned in the story as one of the appropriate.