Panama Adventure: Dean Whitehair

The sailing portion that JB Journeys planned for our Panama vacation was a fantastic mix of adventure and relaxation; part Jimmy Buffett –style beachcomber leisure, part environmental discovery, part cultural history and part aquatic workout.  The two sailing vessels, ours a 63’ dark blue single hull beauty and the other a modern catamaran, offered very comfortable accommodations.  Our captain, Peter Rippingale (a great name for a sailor), had been sailing since he was 12 in his native Australia.  He was an expert sailor, and along with his one person crew, was a wonderful host.   His knowledge of the San Blas islands and the Kuna culture added to the adventure.  I can’t wait to repeat the experience.

DJ Whitehair, San Jose CA