Panama Hat by Homero Ortega

Despite popular belief, Panama hats originally came from Ecuador and are still made of the "toquilla" straw that’s only found in Manabí, on the Ecuadorean coast. And Homero Ortega, a more than a century old shop in Cuenca, Ecuador, are widely believed to be the best at making Panama hats. While the price on this page is approximate, we suggest that you or your traveler contact the store beforehand to make sure the model you like is in stock at the time of your traveler's trip.