• In this season several destinations keep their hotels open to offer visitors the best possible experience
  • Panama is looking to become the most visited air hub in all of Latin America

The Central American lands possess a rich heritage that combines the sea, mountains, nature and exceptional cultures; they offer the possibility of living a magical year’s end experience full of exoticism and adventure. A great variety of destinations with tropical weather will ensure the perfect closing of one cycle and the beginning of next within a friendly and serene environment.

To enjoy a complete regional experience, the routes we have been selected will give you the opportunity to visit the best destinations during this festive time. From the enigmatic colonial city of Antigua Guatemala to the splendid Panama City, to the exceptional Tamarindo in Costa Rica and the magical Isla Bonita, Belize: experience the perfect settings for an unforgettable year-end destination holiday where all you’re allowed to do is rest and enjoy colonial culture and exotic natural paradise.

“La Isla Bonita” and a gorgeous Colonial City

«La Isla Bonita», as it is commonly known, offers various hotels and activities in San Pedro, Belize only a short walk from the beach. This favorite Central American beach offers fun and laid-back New Year’s celebration options.

Moving on to a more colonial setting, we head on to Antigua Guatemala, the city that was once Guatemala’s capital. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its cobblestone streets, intact colonial buildings from the 18th century, the Agua (water) Volcano and various textile products of ancestral colors. This destination offers restaurants, hotels and many entertainment options.

Antigua’s many hotels offer various cultural and recreational activities; just a few meters from the hotel doors you will find The Museum of Colonial Art, built in 1936, with a collection of large paintings dating back to the sixteenth and seventeenth century. The center of town is only 0.5 kilometers away, and it’s the place to be during Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. People usually go to the “calle del arco» with friends and family, where the countdown is held to welcome in the New Year.

Tamarindo & Puerto Colom

The number of visitors has grown in Costa Rica, thanks to the arrival of new low cost airlines to the country, such as Volaris or Wingo which will be expanding their operations to the rest of Central America and the United States. The emergence of local companies like Veca Airlines is also exciting, challenging the status quo to become a more economic option to travel.

Located in Costa Rica is Tamarindo, a perfect destination for those looking to rest, luxurious hotels, nature and sun. The hotels offer a romantic and warm stay where you will find a combination of delectable meals, spa options, excellent service, and an atmosphere of pure relaxation.

Panama city is another unique option, the country has grown exponentially during last few years, and its destinations have become greatly attractive to tourists form around the world thanks to its unique gastronomy, deep blue oceans and the interesting contrast of a modern city within an old one. Currently, Tui Group, one of the best-known cruise companies recently announced that 10 new cruises will dock in Puerto Colom, one of its newest destinations on its Caribbean route. Therefore, Puerto Colom will now receive hundreds of passengers who will have the opportunity to be impressed with Panama’s infrastructure and multiculturalism.

Because of its central location and access to the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, Copa Airlines is also traveling more to this important city, it seeks to make Panama the most visited air hub in Latin America.

All these Central American destinations are easily interconnected, and share variations of a New Year’s delicacy, the tamal, a dish made from corn and usually stuffed with vegetables and meat. Hotels and restaurants prepare fruit punch and massive quantities of local foods to celebrate these days that will taste great with local beer, rum and the friendly environment of the Central American lands.

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