2025 PNO stance on the RED FROG debacle.
OP ED: I posted a vent piece a while back that kicked off some chatter between folks. (attached). And in the time since then, I have been very tight lipped. I even after a very enjoyabe holiday, find it laughbale that to some people, the jury has still not reached a …
LINTON BAY comes on the heels of $144 Million earmarked for Colon tourism in 2025.
OP ED: Colon has been a shithole and armpit for an entirely too long time. These outer areas of Panama have needed to be addressed for decades (espescially BOCAS del TORO ) in order to truly maximize the “tourism” of PANAMA. Honestly, NOBODY comes to Panama to hang out in Panama …
GOOD historical piece on DAY of MARTYRS.
( although seeing Ex-Prez Varela- a self proclaimed extremely religous man, so somber and respectful, is enough to make me puke ) This is who we are https://www.thepanamanews.com/ by Eric Jackson If you are Panamanian and do not understand, you have been woefully miseducated. If you are a foreigner, you …
Debate over accessing protected resources in Panama to continue in 2025.
https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/progreso-o-riesgo-ambiental-debaten-impacto-del-corredor-del-caribe-HA10104210 The SCJ lifted the suspension of the Caribbean Corridor, a decision supported by tourism sectors and criticized by environmentalists for its environmental and social impact on Colón. The project promises development, but faces questions about sustainability “A ruling of justice” is how Cristóbal Valencia, president of the Portobelo Chamber …
INCREDIBLE article from NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC.
This country situated between two waters is a true paradise where nature and biodiversity captivate travellers. Santiago Weaver: Crossed by a canal that has become its icon and symbol, Panama has managed to maintain an idiosyncrasy sculpted from mixture, diversity and exchange. The traveler sees it before landing. And understands, from …
PRIVATE ISLAND RETREATS have increased appeal. (If done RIGHT. #NOTREDFROGBEACH )
https://www.businessinsider.com/panama-isla-palenque-private-island-luxury-2024-8?r=MX&IR=T I spent three nights on Isla Palenque, a five-star private island resort in Panama. As I dined on three-course meals and enveloped myself in nature, I discovered true relaxation. It was a trip unlike any other, and I now want to add private islands to every vacation. As I …
TOURISM OUTLOOK: 2025 Panama on the Upswing.
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/panama-city-hotels-restaurants-nature-reserves Like its namesake canal, Panama has historically served as a gateway to other ports of call throughout the Caribbean and South America. But in the last few years, the country’s capital city has emerged onto the global stage: Magnificent hotels are preserving the architecture of Casco Viejo, the colonial center. Restaurant openings are showcasing Panama’s …
PANAMA recognizing what needs to be done MARINE wise going forward.
It is everyone’s responsibility to PROTECT and NOT CONTRIBUTE to the pollution of what makes PANAMA special. https://www.newsroompanama.com/environment/panama-strengthens-international-efforts-to-combat-plastic-pollution In order to address Panama’s participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC), the Deputy Director of International Organizations and Conferences, Ricardo Pichel, accompanied …
PANAMA celebrating for 13th “Golden Frog Festival”.,,,,,Very Cool. NOT “Red Frog Festival”,,,,,Very F—-D!
This festival (started yesterday) thankfully does NOT include, STEALING, BRIBES, LIES, INTIMIDATION, and BULLSHIT. #stopJH https://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama-prepares-for-the-thirteenth-golden-frog-festival Panama is preparing to celebrate the 13th Golden Frog Festival, which will take place from August 12 to 18 in various parts of the country. This event, organized by the Smithsonian Tropical …
Tocumen planning a new AIRPORT HOTEL for increased tourism and business travel.
https://www.newsroompanama.com/business/tocumen-international-airport-is-planning-a-300-room-hotel The construction of a hotel within the grounds of Tocumen International Airport is one of the proposals of its new administration. Turning the airport into more than just a passenger arrival and departure point is the goal of its manager, José Ruiz. “Most airports are completely overwhelmed by space, they …
SUPER RELEVANT Article: About WATER in BOCAS del TORO, and How RESPONSIBLE DEVELOPERS can CHANGE damage done by OLD ONES. # RFB
Local perspectives on marine ecotourism development in a water-insecure island region: the case of Bocas del Toro, Panama https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/marine-science/articles/10.3389/fmars.2024.1377053/full As a dimension of a blue economy, marine ecotourism should, in theory, not only increase economic viability and environmental sustainability but, most importantly, pursue socially equitable outcomes. In tropical and …
Ranking of PANAMA’s Best Retirement Locales: EX-PAT ALERT
* DESPITE the complete “skullfuckery” going on in Bocas del Toro……..PANAMA still a viable choice for seniors. https://money.usnews.com/money/retirement/baby-boomers/articles/best-places-to-retire-in-panama Key Takeaways Panama’s low cost of living and proximity to the U.S. make it a popular option for American retirees. From city life to coastal living, Panama offers a range of …
Boquete becoming a part of new tourism promotion.
https://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama-tourist-destinations-such-as-boquete-and-the-chambers-of-commerce Attracting new businesses, encouraging investments and promoting tourism not only in Panama City but also in the interior of the country, is the new line of action of the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama (Cciap), which would like to announce that it is joining forces and …
Dovetailing off yesterday post on PANAMA’s importance to sea-levels.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/ap-panama-caribbean-pacific-b2558193.html Hammocks began appearing this week in the doorways of 300 new houses built in what was previously a yucca field along Panama’s Caribbean coast for families from the country’s first low-lying island evacuated due to rising sea levels. Indigenous Guna families from the island of Gardi Sugdub ferried stoves, gas cylinders, …
“Indigenous” Panamanian culture wants to be shared with the world.
https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/vida-y-cultura/la-belleza-indigena-que-representara-a-panama-ante-el-mundo-BX7909553?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc Representing the seven indigenous peoples with pride is Cristel Jiménez’s goal Cristel Jiménez, a girl from the Cerro Coco community in the Ngäbe-Buglé region, stands out for her simplicity. She has skills and talent. All of her qualities made her the winner of Miss Indigenous of Panama 2024. The …
Casco Viejo luring people to Panama with old world charm.
https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/panama-citys-casco-viejo-what-to-see-eat-drink-and-do-b1162386.html The capital city’s old town is the place to be: here’s how to make the most of a stay Coffee, rum and sunny blue skies: the tiny tropical country of Panama has it all. And while most people that come to Panama come pass over Panama City in favour of the …
Summer tourism spots that are popular to be seen.
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/panama-five-must-see-spots-125402856.html Panama, a captivating country nestled between Costa Rica and Colombia, has so much more for visitors to see than the canal that makes it famous. Linking Central and South America, Panama boasts diverse landscapes stretching from the Caribbean to the Pacific, including lush jungles, expansive plateaus and old …
JW Marriott turning LEMONS into LEMONADE with “re-branding” of TRUMP failure/fiasco.
Just go back a mere 10 years, and you will see a grandiose opening, Prez Martinelli in tow, speeches by “Donny” and Ivanka, and assurances of the success of TRUMP OCEAN CLUB. Located in the heart of Punta Pacifica, this mixed use Hotel/Condo project was the apex of development at …
Small culture efforts make a big difference is “self-reliance”. As seen in Cocl’e.
In Río Indio, province of Coclé, there is a farm for tilapia fingerlings that will ultimately result in a quality and affordable product. The world of aquaculture in Panama, with its various projects, has positively impacted the economies of the families that are dedicated to this activity in the country …
BUSINESS INSIDER reports on RAVE reviews on air travel within PANAMA.
https://www.businessinsider.com/copa-airlines-panama-economy-review-2024-5?r=MX&IR=T#if-i-could-avoid-a-lengthy-layover-for-future-trips-to-and-from-panama-id-book-the-carrier-again-in-a-heartbeat-24 I flew economy on Copa, Panama’s flagship airline. My only regret was not booking it for a long-haul flight home. Monica Humphries May 14, 2024, 7:02 AM GMT-5 The exterior of the Copa Airlines plane. Monica Humphries/Business Insider Copa Airlines is Panama’s flag carrier. The airline offers flights across the …
Focus on 5-Star Luxury is on the radar for 2025 tourism. A day of luxury step by step.
https://www.businessinsider.com/punta-pacifica-panama-richest-neighborhood-photos-2024-5?r=MX&IR=T Duncan McGowan describes Panama City’s Ocean Reef Islands as “perfection.” The landscaping is manicured flawlessly, never a leaf or branch out of place. You’d have to hunt to find trash anywhere on the islands, and instead, you’re more likely to notice bird songs filling the air. Looking one way, …
EX-PAT/VISITOR ALERT- For those on Eco-Tours in jungle regions, remember word “Jungle”.
https://elsiglo.com.pa/panama/nacionales/cocodrilo-casi-le-arranca-el-pie-cuando-cruzaba-quebrada-en-veraguas-EA7332134 The scare of his life got a man who was attacked by a crocodile when he was crossing the La Toyoza ravine, in the district of Cañazas, province of Veraguas. The man managed to get away from the animal, but suffered serious injuries to one of his legs, so …
Numbers do not lie- TOCUMEN expansion has turned PTY into new hub for all Latin America.
https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/economia/aeropuerto-internacional-de-tocumen-procesa-mas-de-15-millon-de-pasajeros-en-abril-LA7323591?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc The main port of entry and exit of the country has served a cumulative total of 6,153,781 passengers. With 44%, South America is the subcontinent with the main destinations departing from Panama The Tocumen International Airport processed 1,557,428 passengers during the month of April, that is, 9.8% more than …
Annual bloom of native Panamanian tree should be appreciated.
The flowering of the guayacan trees becomes a visual spectacle every year, between the months of March and April, that paints the horizon of the Panamanian capital yellow, somewhat gray in recent months due to high environmental pollution. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/los-guayacanes-pintan-de-amarillo-a-la-capital-de-panama-JY7098784 “The Guayacán is not an endemic species in Panama, but it …
Saturday was nice, if missed be sure to attend next year.
This Saturday, April 20, the Mi Pueblito Interiorano Complex, Las Aldeas Indígenas and Mi Pueblito Afroantillano once again shines in all its splendor with activities alluding to the national identity, from 10 am to 11 pm https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/mis-pueblitos-historia-tradicion-cultura-y-nacion-FX7055227 Inaugurated in June 1993, the Mis Pueblitos Municipal Tourist Center was erected on …
CULTURE: Flor de Cana sponsors ECO “cocktail” challenge in PANAMA. This just seems cool.
Anything that promotes SUSTAINABLE ideas, I will promote. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/contenido-patrocinado/flor-de-cana-abre-inscripciones-en-panama-para-el-sustainable-cocktail-challenge-2024-XK6905347 Those passionate about sustainable cocktails can join this platform to compete for the title of national champion and then be able to participate in the Global Final Flor de Caña Rum, the first distillate in the world certified Carbon Neutral and …
Mulino stating all the right things and stands as PNO ENDORSED choice. Not a PUPPET. Recognizes importance of REAL TOURISM and CONSTRUCTION.
PANAMA is missing the boat on SO MUCH tourism it is not even funny. The environmental beauty is still untapped as people have concentrated on the Mega Hotels and Gambling. BOCAS should be a LUXURY destination, and not some overlooked and poorly run area. More police, better airport, more flights, …
“BIOMUSEO” Cultural venue in Panama celebrating 10 Year Anniversary.
The wife has us going. I’m interested in the diving exhibit. https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/vida-y-cultura/biomuseo-celebrara-sus-10-anos-con-los-patrones-de-la-cumbia-YA6345375?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc ‘A Night at the Biomuseo’ is an activity that the cultural center will carry out to celebrate its anniversary. In its first decade, the Biomuseo has been visited by more than 1 million people from Panama and the …
Grade on “5 Year Plan” to come in JUNE of 2025.
Back in 2020 the UNWTO- or “World Tourism Organization” was tasked to put together a “Master Plan” that would bear the fruit of an increase in sustainable tourism projects of ( 50% ). This even took into account the effect of COVID-19 on the Economy. I am aware that there is REAL …
WOW- Election Year and Gabby remembers there are Indigenous voters, lets shake some hands.
On the third day of his tour of the Ngäbe Buglé Region, a large crowd reiterated their support for Gaby in the midst of indigenous cultural demonstrations https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/panama/politica/carrizo-anuncia-ministerio-indigena-ante-miles-de-panamenos-en-la-comarca-ngabe-bugle-IB6102802?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc Residents of the 27 townships of the Müna and Ñürüm districts gave a great welcome to presidential candidate José Gabriel Carrizo. On …