Taxi Driver of the Week

Manuel would look pretty sweet in this taxi. 

You never know what kind of taxi driver you're hailing in Panama.

As a gringa (and I say 'gringa' with lots of love), you tend to run into some sketchy taxi drivers more often than not, so I'm always pleasantly surprised when I run into a good one.

I never got his name, but let's call him, Manuel.

Manuel didn't try to overcharge me or take a longer route than he should have, and he was the perfect gentleman. Not only was he a great taxi driver, but he's also a social worker!  He works part-time rehabilitating young people who've spent time in jail or have drug addictions.  Manuel seemed to genuinely enjoy both his job as taxi driver and as a social worker.  He was very sincere and caring, and I wish him all the best in the future!