NYC + PANAMA SET 24

About the destination: New York City is a global hub built on the foundation of immigrants and their offspring. It's home to eight million residents, and it welcomes over 50 million tourists annually. Your tour of New York City should include tasting the cuisine of hundreds of diverse cultures, and you can easily navigate the city on foot, by taxi, or through the renowned subway system. The Statue of Liberty, a gift from the French to the Americans, is a universal emblem of freedom and the city's most iconic landmark. Wall Street serves as the epicenter of major corporations, housing the New York Stock Exchange. The Empire State Building towers over the Big Apple as the city's second tallest structure, with the nearby Chrysler Building also commanding the skyline. Close by is the United Nations headquarters overlooking the East River and Grand Central Terminal, one of the world's busiest train stations. No sightseeing in New York is complete without a visit to Times Square. Absorb its billboards, its crowds, and its food, then head over to Central Park, which offers 850 acres of lakes and meadows, providing a respite from the city's hustle and bustle. You also have a plethora of art and history museums to choose from, as well as the Reflecting Absence Memorial and Museum, where you can honor the victims of 9/11. Although Manhattan is home to most of the city's landmarks, each borough has its own unique and distinctive character worth exploring. From Brooklyn's historic streets to Queens's international cuisine, there's something for everyone in the city. Above all, New York is a city for enjoyment and indulgence. So, have fun, and prepare to experience the Big Apple. New York City offers something for everyone: architecture, art, food, entertainment, shopping. It's all here.

About the destination: Panama City is the capital of Panama. It's a very cosmopolitan city, with a modern and western feel, yet it proudly showcases its Hispanic and Indigenous roots. In recent years, Panama City has emerged as a significant center for international trade and banking. It caters to every interest with its variety of museums, excellent restaurants, and numerous places to dance and enjoy evening entertainment. Panama City boasts a picturesque and intriguing Casco Viejo or Old Town, filled with stunning colonial architecture. El Casco Viejo is a delightful neighborhood, perfect for strolling through its historic streets adorned with beautifully restored colonial architecture, churches, and squares. Its charming cafes and restaurants blend seamlessly with the remnants of bygone times. The Cathedral, the Interoceanic Canal museum, and the History Museum are located around The Plaza de la Independencia, the city's main square. Numerous other churches, museums, and historical buildings are situated in this area, just a few blocks apart. The Palacio de las Garzas, the residence of the country's President, is two blocks to the north. On the east side, you'll find Plaza de Francia and the beautiful promenade known as Paseo de las Bovedas, offering fantastic city views. The incredible Panama Canal, regarded as one of the world's greatest engineering feats, is undoubtedly the main attraction for all tourists visiting the city. Growing, welcoming, thrilling, vibrant, and never sleeping, Panama City is the most cosmopolitan and dynamic capital in Central America.