Lush jungle, white sand beach in paradise vibes!

It's no secret why people love staying at Palmar Beach Lodge, but don't forget the large beachfront restaurant, bar and lounge is open to the public. It really is the perfect jump-off point when exploring Red Frog Beach. The  volleyball games in front of Palmar are legendary and of course there is a picture perfect white sand beach for sunning and taking dips. Palmar is also has a beautiful yoga studio on site.

The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and everything in between, every day from 7:30am to 11 pm. If you're staying at Palmar or nearby on Bastimentos Island, the Palmar crew has been known to host some campfire marshmallow singalongs, bringing in full bands to play the occasional evening show. Afternoon beach barbeques and DJ sessions are popular. Be sure to follow @palmarbeachlodge on Instagram for the latest programming.

All in all, it's a very relaxed place, with tons of space to spread out with your crew, or mingle and meet other travelers. Your Bastimentos Island visit is not complete without experiencing Red Frog, so make sure you head over there and stop by Palmar Beach Lodge when you do.