(Kansascity.com) The nature of global trade is about to change.The Panama Canal will soon have a third lane that can accommodate mega-ships nearly three times larger than any vessel that has ever transited the isthmus over the past century. It might not seem like earth-shaking news. But the impact will ripple around the world, from shipyards in South Korea to highways in … [Read more...]
Eight Things to do in Panama
(Boots N All) Panamá is a charming Central American country that wallops a big bang for your buck. The currency is the U.S. dollar, even though you may get small change back in Panamanian balboas. The adventure traveler can select from a variety of activities in spectacular settings: from exploring the lush rainforests to lazing under an umbrella on sandy beaches, from … [Read more...]
Guías Express offers auto guided tours of Casco Viejo in six languages
(Arco Properties) Check out Guías Express: Perfect for travelers who like the freedom of discovering a place by themselves but also to have the information at hand. They are audioguides that come in six different languages and have information about Casco`s main historic landmarks. You can rent yours at Los Del Patio (3rd Street and Central) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. . They cost … [Read more...]
Panama May economic activity rises 8.7 percent
(Reuters) - Panama's economy grew 8.7 percent in May compared to the same month a year earlier, led by gains in the construction sector as part of an ongoing expansion of the Panama Canal, the government said on Thursday. The government maintains a forecast of nearly 10 percent growth for 2012 driven by a $5.25-billion expansion of the canal. Rapid growth has pressured … [Read more...]
Panama Pollera winners crowned
(Midiario.com) After six hours of waiting and intense heat in the municipal gym in Las Tablas, a beautiful 66 empolleradas gracefully marched on Sunday in the National Competition of the Pollera, achieving the highest award the artisan Herminda Cedeno, a native of San Joseph, whose skirt was worn by Astrid Carolina Tejada, Sovereign Street Above Tables. New … [Read more...]