Panama could score big with holidaymakers in 2010 and 2011
With the South American teams showing skill and style on the World Cup football pitch this summer, it’s no surprise that more and more holidaymakers are taking the plunge and visiting the land of Latin dancing, carnival and breathtaking scenery.
Thomas Cook Signature added Panama to its South and Central America programme in May this year, and it is fast emerging as a hot new tourist destination and it’s easy to understand why. Green rainforests abundant in wildlife, historical architecture, fantastic beaches and a warm welcome all add up to an inviting new land waiting to be explored, not to mention the manmade wonder of the Panama Canal And with good value travel options, Panama is a perfect choice for those looking to break the Latin lands.
As well as Panama, South American destinations such as Brazil and Costa Rica are set to increase in popularity, with Brazil playing host to the 2014 World Cup. Ian Derbyshire, CEO for Thomas Cook UK & Ireland said, “Central and South America are continuing to prove popular in 2010. With bookings to Brazil already being taken for Carnival 2011 next March and new hotels and amenities planned for the World Cup, the country and continent will benefit from this new infrastructure as well as the world's media attention. With the 2016 Olympics in Brazil’s most famous city, Rio to look forward to South America is going to be in the spotlight for a very long time”
South America can be a daunting place, so if you don’t feel like taking the plunge solo then why not try a fully escorted tour with Thomas Cook Tours and take in some of Latin Americas biggest highlights.
South American Journey 15 day fully escorted Tour from £3,865 per person
2 nights in Chile, 1 night in Puerto Varas, Chile, 2 nights in Bariloche, Argentina, 3 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 2 nights in Iguazu Falls, Argentina and 2 nights in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Based on departures in March
0844 871 0667, www.thomascooktours.com or visit your nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places.
Thomas Cook Signature – 7 nights in Panama from £1429 per person
Staying at the 3 star plus Superclubs Breezes Resort Panama in Playa Blanca on all inclusive, London Heathrow flying with Iberia Airlines – based on departing between 4th April – 11th June 2010
To book: 0844 879 8014, www.ThomasCookSignature.com or visit your nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places
Thomas Cook Signature – 7 nights in Brazil from £1429 per person
Staying at the 4 star plus Vila Gale Mares in Salvador on all inclusive, London Heathrow flying with TAP Portugal – based on departing between 19th February – 5th April 2010
To book: 0844 879 8014, www.ThomasCookSignature.com or visit your nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places
For more information on Central and South America visit your local Thomas Cook or Going Places or pick up a Thomas Cook Signature Worldwide brochure.