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Pacific Hotel Boom in PanamaTuesday, December 6, 2011 The beaches of the province of Cocle have aroused the interest of investors, as well as domestic and foreign tourists. The construction of hotel projects such as Buenaventura, Breezes, Playa Blanca, and Decameron Royalton Luxury have contributed more than 2,500 rooms to the sector. Wagers up by 19% in PanamaFriday, November 7, 2008 Casinos, Gaming rooms, lottery, and horse races in Panama moved $178,942,960 $5.682 million were generated through slots and $2.209 million at the tables. Both sectors grew by 23% and 13% respectively. Tourism Journalists to Meet in PanamaThursday, November 10, 2011 In 2013, the country will host the World Congress of Tourism Journalists and Writers. It is hoped that as a result of the conference, more than 100 articles about what Panama has to offer as a tourist destination will be published in around 35 countries. Stagnant MarinasMonday, January 30, 2012 The marine industry is immersed in a crisis caused by uncertainty about the recovery in demand for docks and related services. In 2007, before the crisis in the United States, Costa Rica had 21 projects in the pipeline for the construction of marine tourism, of which today only three remain in operation while the development of another has been suspended due to lack of funding. Spain Could Invest $100 Million in NicaraguaWednesday, May 5, 2010 In 2010, Spanish government cooperation and private investment in Nicaragua could be above $100 million. Antonio Pérez Hernández, Spanish Ambassador, explained they expect investment and further cooperation in tourism, energy, drinkable water projects, health and education. Hotel Express Opens in NicaraguaFriday, June 24, 2011 With an investment of $6 million, Hotel Express, will open its doors on July 1st in Managua. Located near the Las Americas Mall, it has 106 rooms in a five storey building. Colombian Hotel Group Expands to PanamaTuesday, June 7, 2011 Las Americas Golden Tower is a $70 million project, with 285 rooms in condominiums. Its estimated opening is in 2014. The Colombian Hotel Group, Las Americas announced it is now in the pre sale process and aims to break even this year, in order to complete the project by the 30-month deadline. Sheraton Panama Invests $5.5 MillionWednesday, August 5, 2009 After renewing its restaurants and social areas, the hotel has now invested $17.5 million since 2006 in the country. It has tripled its capacity for hosting events, as it now has 20 halls, allowing 1.200 people, remarked Regina Araúz, hotel vice president. Panama to Host World Baseball ChampionshipMonday, January 31, 2011 The country was selected as the venue to host the 2011 Baseball World Championships. The event is scheduled to have 16 teams and be played during the last week of September and first week of October. $38 Million for Corporate Complex in El SalvadorMonday, May 18, 2009 Europlaza World Business-Hotel is part of the projects being carried out by the Guatemalan Real Estate Company, El Bosque. Located on the Panamerican highway in Old Cuscatlán, the project will have four towers and a hotel. Nicaragua Promoted in TaiwanTuesday, October 5, 2010 Tourism officials in Taiwan conducted a seminar to promote tourism and investment. Nicaraguan Minister of Tourism, Mario Danilo, said the seminar and visit to the country aims to raise awareness of Nicaragua, attract investment and increase tourism. Guatemala plans archeological mega-parkThursday, May 22, 2008 Guatemala's government aims to set up an archeological mega-park to be known as Cuatro Balam. The park will be located in the north of the Petén region. President Álvaro colom presented the projects to government dependencies and NGOs involved in conservation of the natural and cultural heritage of El Petén. “Pez Vela” Marina Inaugurated in Costa RicaThursday, March 11, 2010 “Pez Vela” (Sailfish), a marina located on the country’s central Pacific area, will begin operations in April. In its initial phase, it will be capable of serving 100 ships and will have 22 permanent employees. Ilopango to get US$300 million tourism makeoverTuesday, May 6, 2008 Private investors are working on a US$300 million project to turn Lake Ilopango into a top tourist destination. The project would include construction of El Salvador's first five-star lakeside hotel, with 285 rooms, as well as luxury condos with swimming pools, a spa and shopping mall. El Salvador Bets on Convention TourismThursday, February 26, 2009 The government prioritizes making the International Fair and Conventions Center into a first-class hub for the Central American region. Carmen Molina writes in ElSalvador.com: "The Minister of Tourism and the president of the organization, Rubén Rochi, said yesterday that they are in the process of awarding the bid to a consultant who can help Cifco create the 'most appropriate business model' to achieve this goal. |
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