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Panama Seeks Alliance With Costa Rica to Attract More Tourism.
Gustavo Him, Panama’s Minister of Tourism recently announced the Panamanian’s government interest in boosting the tourism sector through a $20 million international promotion fund, and is seeking an alliance with Costa Rica to create a multi-destination tourism zone that will be more attractive to tourists, specially those that travel long distances.
“Panama has had a lack of vision due to different administrative opinions, and the (aim of) creating the International Promotion Fund is to have a vision for the country regarding tourism. We’re seeking to establish priorities and have continuity over time,” said Him in an interview with EFE in Costa Rica.
Him held a meeting with Costa Rica’s Minister of Tourism, Maria Amalia Revelo, to discuss several matters, among them the possibilities of a bilateral cooperation to strengthen the tourism industry in both countries.
Source: The Costa Rica Star
The Panama Canal is the perfect destination for adventure.
With only 36 passengers, the Safari Explorer carries travelers to adventures that include kayaking, taking Zodiacs through forests, learning how to snorkel, or just a peaceful afternoon sitting on the water.
The advantages of Uncruise’s smaller ships is getting to know other passengers better and enjoying the camaraderie during your trip’s duration. “Your evenings are spent talking about the stories, about what you saw,” Anciaux describes. A casual cruise experience allows you to be yourself and truly enjoy your vacation.
If the Panama Canal is a little too far, Uncruise also sails to other locations, including Alaska and the Pacific Northwest’s San Juan Islands on ships that hold a range of 22 to 90 passengers.
Source: K5 Newsf
Canadian bulk operator Norvic hit by bad bunker in Panama.
Norvic Shipping has also been faced with a claim after buying dirty bunker oil in Panama. The course of events is almost identical to that which recently hit carrier Integrity Bulk.
Yet another dry bulk company has run into problems with dirty bunker, a matter that has been troubling key ports for months and has resulted in legal complications all over the world. ShippingWatch reported Thursday that the Danish carrier Integrity Bulk had been faced with a million dollar claim after buying impure bunker for a chartered vessel.
Source: Shipping Watch
Immigrating to Panama From Poland: What you need to know ahead of time
Poland is a country steeped in rich history, with a resilient, proud people who are both forward-thinking, and diverse in cultural tradition. Right now, Poland is going through a transitional period. This is nothing new for Poland, but for many, the opportunities abroad are just too good to pass up.
For people in the European Union, including the Polish, immigrating to Panama is something that is right within reach, without a lot of the similar cost and jumping through hoops they may encounter in other parts of the world. If you’re from Poland, and the thought of moving and investing overseas has been on your mind, you owe it to yourself to look into Panama. Here’s why.
Source: International Relocation Firm Blog