(Newsroom Panama) Panama’s cabinet has authorized the extra half a million dollars for Carnival syas Salomón Shamah, General Manager of Tourism Authority (ATP), Shamah said Tuesday, February 22 that an additional $500,000 was added to the original budget of $1.5 million, which was says just not enough. Shamah said that the request to the Cabinet was simply "legal … [Read more...]
Panama: a haven for tourism, natural wonders
(Palm Beach Daily News) If I were writing a travel slogan for this uniquely “S”-shaped country that connects North and South America, it would go like this: “We’re not Colombia. We’re not Costa Rica. We are Panama.” It’s short. It’s to the point. And it might get listeners and readers to take a fresh look a why this land of mountains, extinct volcanoes, virgin rain … [Read more...]
Arte En El Parque – Panamanian cultural expression
(Newsroom Panama) Choreographed contemporary dancers workin' it to a tribal drum, engaging traditional folk music and the sweet aromas of the local BBQ kebabs greeted me as I entered the main square of Penenome. This year's Penonome Arte En El Parque, in its fifth year, had even more to offer. As I wandered through the square I really had a sense of Panama’s … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Finding Romance in Panama
(Huffington Post) When it comes to a romantic vacation, it's crucial to pick a place that has the right mix of hotels, fun activities and places for private time together. Panama is that kind of place. I am a professional matchmaker and here's what I know about romance in Panama... 1. Panama is a direct flight from many major US cities, which makes it a very desirable … [Read more...]
Fun in Panama City for $20 or Less
(International Living) In Panama City you can be as active as you like, and it won't cost you much The first impression is one of noise and bustling activity…a city of steel and concrete. A few days here, though, and you’ll realize the phrase “more than meets the eye” has never rung truer. This is a place where you can have tropical rainforest hikes…Bayside morning … [Read more...]