July 24 2008
Great news for travelers from Europe! KLM Royal Dutch Airlines now offers direct flights between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Panama City Tocumen Airport, with 3 weekly non-stop flights.
The new KLM flight is operated with Mc Donnell Douglas MD-11 equipment, offering a total of 294 seats; 24 in World Business Class and 270 in Economy Class.
Flight KL757 departs from Amsterdam on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 13:30 and lands in Panama City at 17:40 hours the same day. The return flight KL758 will depart from Panama City Tocumen Airport on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 19:35 hours, to arrive on Amsterdam Airport Schiphol at 13:10 hours the next day.
The new service will offer at both ends numerous connections to beyond flights operated by KLM from Amsterdam and to beyond flights operated by COPA Airlines from Panama City. COPA Airlines has recently joined SkyTeam as Associate Member. www.klm.com.
June 18 2008
January 12 2008
The Panamonte hosts Food & Wine Festivals every year to celebrate the Chiriquí Region’s role as the gastronomic apex of Panama. Our renowned Chef Charlie Collins, winner of this year’s La Toque D´Or de Nestle and the Club Gourmet Bon Appetit Gran Premio a la Excelencia y Trayectoria Vitalicia, invites a special guest chef from one of the finest restaurants in Panama City to collaborate with him during this unique event that shines as one of the most anticipated culinary events in Western Panama. continue reading »
December 09 2007
Boquete and the Chiriquí Highlands in general are internationally famous for birdwatching: the area is a world-preferred spot due to its rich and complex biodiversity (some 1,000 species of birds already registered by scientists) and the accesibility of the roads that lead to the best areas wich allows for easy observation of the many birds and -if you are lucky- the elusive but always majestic quetzal.
The best observation spots in Chiriqui are the Volcan Baru National Park, La Amistad International Park and the Cordillera Central by the area of the Fortuna Reserve (this area requires special permits).
The Panamonte Inn & Spa is a pioneer in offering the best possible experience for birdwatchers. Long before this tours were trend, we offered our expertise to scientists and enthusiasts of nature alike. We can arrange tailored or packaged tours for you or your group depending on your preferences and needs. Contact us HERE
December 09 2007
Ajoining the Panamonte Inn is one of Boquete’s prime residential developments with a few lots still remaining for sale: The Panamonte Estates
This superior project, nestled in a woodland environment with running streams, conveys serenity and charm within five minutes of the town of Boquete. Featuring all modern conveniences such as underground electricity and telephone and internet connection, 24 hour security and private well and water supply.
For further information contact Coldwell Banker, Boquete, Panama, 507-720-3798 or email to: josebranca@coldwellbanker.com.pa
December 09 2007
Good news for budget-conscious travelers! Spirit Airlines announces new service to Panama City from Ft. Lauderdale beginning January 31, 2008. Spirit Air, the low-cost airline with the youngest Airbus fleet in the Americas, will offer weekly nonstop service to Panama City on Monday, Thursday and Saturday, and return service on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. For more information, go to www.spiritair.com.