Construction of the Scarlett Martínez International Airport is 70% complete and is expected to be finished in 2013. The Costa Rican company MECO, S. A. is in charge of the construction project, at a cost of $35.9 million dollars. So far, $27 million have been executed.
These details were announced yesterday during a tour organized by the Ministry of Public Works, which was attended by President Ricardo Martinelli.
"This airport, which will open in July 2013, will convert Coclé into one of the most booming provinces of Panama, generating thousands of jobs in the tourism, agriculture...
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Hilton Worldwide has announced the official name of its first Waldorf Astoria hotel in Latin America - Waldorf Astoria Panama.
Formerly known as The Panamera, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, the new designation brings the distinguished brand name to the forefront, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to the service and hospitality that are synonymous with the name Waldorf Astoria.
Waldorf Astoria Panama is on schedule to open this year and is now accepting reservations for 2013 with rates starting from £141...
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With an expected cost of USD 400 million, this will be the largest single investment the airport has ever had. This second phase expansion will double the airport passenger handling capacity from 8 million to 16 million.
The administration of the airport wants to start construction before the year ends and expects the first building of the second phase to be finished by the first trimester of 2014. This new building will have customs and immigration facilities, which will help soften current airport bottlenecks.
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From the Panama Bulletin
From October 16, 2012, the airline Condor will offer a second frequency on the Panama-Frankfurt-Panama route.
The airline is increasing its weekly flights by adding an additional frequency every Tuesday from October 16 from Panama to the city of Frankfurt, Germany. Condor currently offers a weekly flight every Friday.
Frankfurt Airport is Germany’s largest airport and serves as a perfect point of connection tointernational flights from around the world. The agreement between Condor and Lufthansaand other airlines allows passengers to connect to other...
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$100 Million Luxury Beach Haven Debuts in Top Ranking Travel Destination with Special Introductory Rates
Playa Bonita, Republic of Panama (PRWEB) February 22, 2012
Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide and developer Bern Hotels & Resorts have officially unveiled The Westin Playa Bonita Panamá, the first Westin to open its doors in the burgeoning destination. In addition to being ranked as the number one travel destination for 2012 by The New York Times, top travel outlets like Fodor’s and Travel + Leisure have also recognized Panamá as one of this year’s top emerging hotspots,...
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From The Bulletin Panama
Panama’s Tocumen International Airport, which prides itself on being the aero hub of the Americas may soon be able to add “and the world.”
New direct Trans-Atlantic direct flights have started and there is talk of Trans-Pacific flights coming next year.
Part of this new connectivity can be attributed to the active promotion of Panama as a preferred tourist destination coupled with negotiations with international airlines by the Panama Tourism Authority (ATP) to increase the country’s already stellar air connectivity.
Panama City serves as the hub of the Americas,...
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