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Fast Facts

Courier Services -- You'll find FedEx and DHL services at Bravo Center on Main Street between Avenidas 2 and 3 (tel. 757-9229; bravocenter@bocasmail.com).

Emergency Numbers -- For an ambulance, call tel. 757-9814; for fire, dial tel. 103; police, dial tel. 104 or 757-9217.

Hospital -- There is a basic hospital clinic in Bocas, located at Calle 10 and Avenida G (tel. 757-9201), with a 24-hour emergency room. However, service is limited and those with more serious health problems will need to seek medical care in Panama City.

Internet Access -- Bravo Center on Main Street has Wi-Fi service (daily 10am-7pm); or there's Internet Bocas Café (daily 8am-10pm) and Don Chicho's (daily 8am-9pm), both on Main Street. All cybercafes charge around $2 per hour.

Laundry -- There are coin-operated machines and drop-off laundry services including pickup and delivery at Bubbles on Avenida C at Main St. (tel. 6591-3814; Mon-Sat 8am-6pm).

Post Office -- The post office is located at Calle A and Avenida 2; no phone. It's run by a no-nonsense woman who maintains hours Monday through Friday from 8am to noon and 2 to 4pm (some days 3-4pm "when I feel like taking a long lunch"), and Saturday 8am to noon.


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Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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