Panama is an exciting place for a nature freak such as myself. Spanning two continents and two oceans, the small strip of land is a collision of species diversity. The country boasts the largest diversity of bird species in the world, including the exotic tucan, and the harpy eagle, a magestic bird with a 6-foot wingspan. Personally, I look forward to snorkeling (and hopefully diving) two oceans, separated by only miles of land! Unfortunately, Panama was one of the countries reported to be affected by the most recent Caribbean coral reef die-off, with bleaching affecting 70% of the monitored coral. Nonetheless, my snorkeling gear is a top priority on my packing list.