openPR Logo
Press release

PANAMA TOP MEETINGS & CONVENTION DESTINATION

10-07-2011 09:14 AM CET | Tourism, Cars, Traffic

Press release from: Newlink Communications

/ PR Agency: Newlink Communications
Panama City, Panama, October 5th, 2011.- Panama has become one of the top destinations in Latin-America to host major international events. Just now, Panama is welcoming thousands of foreign visitors from around the world to attend the World Baseball Classic, as well as the UN Preparatory Meeting for the Climate Summit COP 17.

The World Baseball Classic 2011, a major international baseball event organized by the International Baseball Federation (IBAF), will be held from the 1st to the 15th of October, welcoming 16 countries, as well as thousands of journalists and fans from all over. Almost simultaneously, more than 5,000 delegates from UN, hundred of journalists and international observers will be gathering in Panama for their preparatory meeting on the upcoming Climate Summit COP 17.

It’s a fact; today more and more meetings and conventions managers are choosing Panama as the destination for their events. Some of the scheduled major events scheduled for February 2012 are: the renowned "Latin American Ironman Championship," the most important of the region which expects 4,500 athletes to attend; the Herbalife Extravaganza Convention, with nearly 9,000 attendees from the distribution and sales departments; and the Brahman Cattle World Congress, with more than 3,000 delegates.

The Tourism Authority of Panama has been developing important initiatives and incentive policies to attract the meeting & conventions segment, among them is the Atlapa Convention Center offer of a complementary event for a group of more than 500 rooms with a minimum stay of 3 nights, as well as the free health insurance for tourists in case of an emergency. The service is offered to all tourists entering Panama by the Tocumen International Airport and covers visitors for the first 30 days of their stay.

Atlapa Convention Center is an eight hectare complex with a capacity for up to 10,500 people, 24 meeting rooms with a 2,806 seat beautiful theater / auditorium, equipped with comfortable armchairs, and offering a variety of facilities and services. Moreover, Panama offers 4 and 5 stars hotels with around 240,000 square foot of space that will double simultaneously the capacity of Atlapa.

Panama’s strategic geographical location, warm climate throughout the year, beaches, hotel infrastructure and important air connectivity, has been captivating the attention of the meetings & conventions sector.

About Panama-

Panama is an authentic unexplored destination with an exuberant natural habitat and an enchanting history; a gem hidden between two seas. Panama’s prime location, in the center of the continent, allows it to be the main air hub in Latin America. The country offers stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems in forests, beaches, mountains and the Canal Zone, as well as an exquisite combination of rich ethnic and colonial past favorable to the prosperity and benefits of modernity. The Panama Canal, or eighth wonder of the world, is a symbol of an entrepreneur country that besides being a logistics center for excellence, it is the most important financial center of the Americas and home to major multinational corporations and free trade zone. UNESCO has declared the Old Quarter of the capital, Panama City, a World Heritage Site. Panama has natural attractions, services, hotels and a massive Convention Center to receive the adventure and leisure traveler, as well as the business visitors. www.visitpanama.com / www.atlapa.gob.pa

Follow us on Twitter @enjoypanama or “LIKE” us on Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/enjoypanama

Our philosophy
Effective. No excuses.

We live in a time in which the value of efficiency is giving way to the value of effectiveness.

The definition of value is up to our clients, and the responsibility of providing services that exceed those standards is up to us.

The business world requires tangible results, planning and short-term goals.

Our work starts with our clients’ trust and ends with their success.

Our commitment is to be effective. No excuse

Newlink Communications

1111 Brickell Ave, Suite 1350
Miami, FL 33131

Newlink Communications
Yusfia Jimenez
786-709-2490
Yusfia.jimenez@newlink-group.com

This release was published on openPR.

Permanent link to this press release:

Copy
Please set a link in the press area of your homepage to this press release on openPR. openPR disclaims liability for any content contained in this release.

You can edit or delete your press release PANAMA TOP MEETINGS & CONVENTION DESTINATION here

News-ID: 195014 • Views:

More Releases from Newlink Communications

THE BELOVED HOTEL PLAYA MUJERES: THE NEWEST VENTURE FROM EXCELLENCE GROUP
THE BELOVED HOTEL PLAYA MUJERES: THE NEWEST VENTURE FROM EXCELLENCE GROUP
Cancun, Mexico November 18th, 2011. - Excellence Group Luxury Hotels & Resorts, the hotel chain known worldwide for managing 5-star resorts in the Caribbean, announces the renewal of its portfolio with the creation of the Beloved Hotels brand; a new concept that combines luxury and comfort with the convenience of the 'boutique style' all-inclusive, in the perfect family-friendly setting poised for pleasure and relaxation. Excellence has selected one of its most
Panama To Launch Worldwide Advertising Campaign
Miami, Fl May 18, 2011 - The Panama Tourism Authority (PTA) has launched a global advertising campaign to promote the country as a premier tourist destination during a ceremony held before the authorities of various tourism associations, media and special guests. The campaign seeks to emphasize the main benefits of tourism in Panama by highlighting five stunning locations that showcase our beautiful beaches, cosmopolitan cities with their exuberant nature,
CANCUN WILL WELCOME INTERNATIONAL SINGING SENSATION SHAKIRA, ON HER “SALE EL S …
Cancun, Q. Roo (May 17, 2011):- The Cancun Convention & Visitors Bureau along with Palace Resorts will welcome international superstar and Grammy winning singer, Shakira as she makes Cancun part of her world tour, “Sale el Sol”. The Colombian star, who is famous not only for her combination of Latin Rock and Pop music, but also for her style and dance moves, will perform at the Moon Palace Golf

All 4 Releases


More Releases for Panama

Panama Country Intelligence Key Players - Digicel Panama, Cable Onda Panama, Wip …
Panama Country Intelligence Overview "Panama: Country Intelligence Report", a new Country Intelligence Report by GlobalData, provides an executive-level overview of the telecommunications market in Panama today, with detailed forecasts of key indicators up to 2022. Published annually, the report provides detailed analysis of the near-term opportunities, competitive dynamics and evolution of demand by service type and technology/platform across the fixed telephony, broadband, mobile and pay-TV segments, as well as a review of
Panama Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband Market - Cable and Wireless Panama, Cable …
"The Latest Research Report Panama - Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband - Statistics and Analyses provides information on pricing, market analysis, shares, forecast, and company profiles for key industry participants. - MarketResearchReports.biz" Panama’s economic prospects remain promising, with GDP growth during the last few years being steady at between 5% and 6% annually. This growth has had a positive effect on the country’s telecom market, which has also grown steadily and attracted
Amazing Panama City Beach SPRINGJAM
SpringJam is a three-day country music festival in Panama City Beach on April 7-9, 2018. Lodging Packages are on sale now, and tickets are on sale November 9, 2018. Thursday, April 7, 2018 Chris Young, RaeLynn, Drake White, Blackjack Billy, Mo Pitney Friday, April 8, 2018 Thomas Rhett, Jerrod Niemann, Parmalee, Jamie Lynn Spears, Them Dirty Roses Saturday, April 9, 2018 Rascal Flatts, Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne, Old Dominion, Kirstie
Panama Magazine - The only multi media travel/lifestyle magazine from Panama
Arthure Hawk president of Traveler Press, announces the on-line publication of the world's first multi-media travel/lifestyle magazine from Panama. Published monthly and filled with video, music, live links to the best businesses, hotels and resorts in Panama. Panama Magazine looks and works like a paper magazine on your monitor but with many interactive features. Turn each page and discover something new! Panama Magazine is FREE by subscription, delivered to your inbox monthly. Don't
LifeFlight Panama´s First Helicopter Arrives In Panama
LifeFlight Panama announced the arrival in Panama of their first air ambulance helicopter, \"LifeFlight 1\". The Bell 206 Long Ranger III aircraft arrived after being flown to Panama from Virginia in the USA by the company´s Senior Pilot, Joseph Rios. Co-pilots, Colin Lawrence, and LifeFlight´s President, James Thomson, also flew with Rios on the eight day journey. \"We are thrilled that our first aircraft arrived safely and in fine shape,\" said
LifeFlight Panama Announces Tourist Coverage Program
January 31, 2008 – Helicopter emergency air ambulance provider, LifeFlight Panama, today announced their new program covering tourists staying in Panama. The program enables tourists with a valid visa or tourist card the opportunity to buy life flight coverage for stays shorter than 90 days starting at $29. James Thomson, LifeFlight’s President, said, “We are happy to provide tourists with greater comfort knowing they will have a better chance should