Our Story
Panama Travel Consultants was founded by Scott Ludlum, a dedicated Panama travel expert whose passion for the country’s spectacular natural beauty, vibrant culture, and unforgettable travel experiences inspired him to help others discover everything Panama has to offer.
Scott fell in love with Panama more than twenty-two years ago during his very first visit, traveling by bus from San Jose, Costa Rica to Panama City. Like many travelers at the time, he initially knew Panama primarily for its world-famous Canal. However, what he discovered was far more — a diverse destination rich in adventure, history, wildlife, and welcoming communities. Panama quickly became a second home.
As a seasoned Panama travel expert, Scott regularly visits the country to conduct site inspections, experience new excursions, and personally evaluate the hotels and resorts featured in Panama Travel Consultants’ custom itineraries. His firsthand knowledge allows him to confidently recommend destinations, tours, and accommodations that meet the highest standards of quality, comfort, and authenticity.
Scott is also an avid adventurer who has personally experienced nearly every tour offered through Panama Travel Consultants. He proudly reminds clients that the company only partners with tour operators, hotels, and service providers he trusts and uses himself when traveling with family and friends. These carefully selected partners share a commitment to treating every guest like family.
Having traveled from one end of the isthmus to the other, Scott possesses an unmatched understanding of the country. There is virtually no destination in Panama he has not personally explored or entrusted to his clients — a level of expertise that truly defines both Scott and Panama Travel Consultants as leaders in personalized Panama travel.