As hard as we worked on our trip, we did manage to fit some play time in here and there. When we first arrived in Panama City we spent a day touring the Old City and the Panama Canal. Some of us were also able to sneak away to a salsa lesson one night! After starting work in the Comarca we took a quick day trip to the beach in Las Olas. It was a much needed break and day of fun. Here we swam in the Pacific Ocean, which was a first for many. Some just laid in the sun and enjoyed the pool while others surfed, again some for the first time! A large group of us also ventured out on a kayak tour in the cold gross murky water and turned out rain. What an adventure that turned out to be! Our guide got us lost and took us almost an extra hour out of the way. Something I'm sure none of us will ever forget. The most fun we had was our weekend in Boquete. Here we were able to enjoy the mountains and rain forests of Panama. A group of us climbed to the top of Volcan Baru, the highest point in Panama and a round trip total of almost 18 miles! Others were able to go horse back riding and rock climbing. We were also able to zip line! We managed to pack a lot a fun and great memories into our short breaks. I'd say we worked extra hard but we played hard too! :)