noviembre 2016

Unboxing: Así es ‘El Libro de Disney’, la enciclopedia definitiva para fans

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Adiós a los fuegos artificiales en Disney World

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Disney está trabajando con Intel para hacer grandes cambios uno de ellos sería el cierre de todas las noches de Navidad con un gran espectáculo de fuegos artificiales, que ahora será sustituido por cientos de drones que iluminarán la noche de Orlando.

Starbright Holidays Drone Show será el espectáculo de drones más grandes del mundo, indicó el portal Cromo.

Como es habitual, cada año los parques de Disney cierran la temporada navideña con mucha pirotecnia que iluminan la noche formando muchas imágenes. Sin embargo, según Mashable, Disney World utilizará 300 drones que iluminarán el cielo con más de 4,000 millones de colores.

Para ello, Intel diseñó una plataforma que permite a los pilotos programar todos los drones y sus algoritmos identifican cuántos aviones no tripulados serán necesarios para el objetivo a concretar.

Los drones cuentan con GPS que les permite volar hasta un metro y medio de distancia pero no cuentan con sensores, por lo que los pilotos estarán en el lugar por si llega a ser necesario que tomen el control.

 

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El evento se realizará en uno de los lagos que se encuentra en Disney Springs, lejos de la gente para evitar accidentes.

No es la primera vez que Intel hace algo similar ya que en 2015 impuso un récord mundial al sobrevolar 100 drones en Alemania que formaron el logo de la empresa.

Fuente: gestion.pe

Shopping in Panama

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Payless Shoes to Jimmy Choos, open-air artisanal markets to established souvenir shops, $2.99 shirt bins to Armani, chinitos (Chinese-owned mini-markets) to gluten-free pasta: Panama has something for everyone. Whether you´re on a budget or making a trip out of it, spending a few hours in one of Panama´s many shopping malls gives a nice break in the air conditioning to marvel at the many brands and reasonable prices that the country offers. Pop into a chinito located on almost every corner in Panama City for a $1.00 all-natural coconut water, or try and see what U.S. brands you won´t be able to find in one of the Republic´s large grocery stores. PriceSmart (Central America and the Caribbean´s Costco) and Do-It Center (Panama´s version of a Home Depot) make setting up a home familiar and comfortable. Colón´s Free Trade Zone, an hour from Panama City, is the second-largest duty-free area in the world and is quite the experience: 2,500+ companies in operation and perfumes, jewelry, name-brand clothing, leather goods and cigarettes in high supply for discount prices.

 

Shopping Malls
Panama is a good place to buy electronics, clothing and cosmetics, and with Panama´s rapidly growing economy, everyone´s shopping. Home to several U.S.-style shopping malls, one can find any and all brands in Panama City, dollar shirts to designer boutique stores. Multiplaza has Swatch, Louis Vuitton, Buffalo, Levi´s, Lacoste, Kenneth Cole, Adidas, Puma, etc., as well as a variety of price-friendly wear. There are 47 restaurants and cafes, with outdoor lounges to on-the-go frozen yogurt stands. Multiplaza is even home to movie theater, which features a VIP experience with reclinable seats and waiters who can bring you anything from sushi to margaritas. For $6.50 for retirees, the experience cannot be beat.

Multicentro is another favorite and even offers a Rossetta Stone stand. Check out Via Vai and Studio F for women´s wear to mix it up from familiar brands; department stores Conway and La Onda offer $2.99 shirts and $5.99 dresses, as well as goods for the whole family. Albrook Mall is definitely worth the trip for avid shoppers as well as a full-day´s visit: the mall is so large that exits are referred to by the nearby animal statue and guides wearing safari-type attire are stationed around the mall for service.

 

Souvenirs
Souvenirs are available in speciality shops located within many of the malls, as well as the airport, but for a high mark-up. Smaller stores located in the the capital´s center offer fairer prices. There are formal as well as makeshift craft fairs and displays from local artisans throughout Panama City, especially in Panamá Viejo and Casco Viejo, as well as in El Valle. The YMCA in Balboa, Panama City, features many indigenous-made crafts. Most popular tourist attractions from Portobelo´s Iglesia de San Felipe to beachside loading/drop-off points will typically have a few Guna women selling one of their traditional bracelets and anklets, and intricately woven and popularly-bought molas. Purchases support the preservation of their traditional costumes and jewelry, as well as support one of their primary sources of income.

 

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Grocery Stores
Panama has large, modern, well-organized, U.S.-style supermarkets, carrying many familiar U.S. brands for comparable prices, if not less. Riba Smith and El Rey are among the favorites for expats and vacationers, with four Riba Smiths in Panama City and the established El Rey chain dotting Panama City as well as Coronado and David. Riba Smith is preferred for its´ selection of health-foods, special-needs dietary items and variety of American-brands of cereals, pastas, yogurts, ice creams, baking ingredients, salad dressings, breakfast foods and more, from Special K Bars to kettle chips to Aunt Jemima. Riba Smith´s holiday speciality items make baking and Thanksgiving easy, complete with holiday bake pans and pine-scented candles. With a logo similar to A&P, it´s not hard to miss this chain located in almost every Panama City neighborhood. Much like Riba Smith, El Rey offers reasonable prices and a great selection, as well as a rewards card, deli items and a large stock of liquor, wine and beer. Super 99 is another commonly found supermarket in Panama City carrying a wide selection with excellent prices.

 

Colón´s Free Trade Zone
Colón´s duty-free zone, referred to as the Free Trade Zone, opened in 1948 and has over 2500 companies that primarily sell to wholesalers, not individual consumers, but is an experience of a shopping city within a city for those adventurous travelers. Perfume, cigarettes, liquor, watches, jewelry, electronics, high-end clothing and handbags, cosmetics and more are all available inside, after receiving permission at the main office and presenting proper paperwork. If any purchases are made, most sales are sent to the airport, and be sure to hang on to any receipts.

 

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10 Tips para comprar barato en Panamá

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1. Organización: Antes de ir de compras prepara una lista de lo que estas buscando, seguramente habrán cosas que salgan sobre la marcha pero teniendo organizadas las que necesitas pueden ahorrarte tiempo. Además, incluye el precio que tienen en tu país de origen (convertido al dólar) para que puedas tener una idea del ahorro. De ser posible, compra en grupo el volumen es atractivo hasta en tiendas al detal.

2. Cambio de moneda: La moneda de uso legal en Panamá es el Dólar Americano, no te confundas con el Balboa que solo se emite en monedas y tiene una equivalencia (virtual) de 1 a 1 con el dólar .Siempre recomendamos que llegues a Panamá con dólares pues puedes perder dinero si intentas cambiar tu moneda local en los bancos de Panamá y peor aún en casas de cambio. La opción de tarjetas de crédito también es segura y confiable. Se aceptan las más conocidas: AMEX, Visa, Master Card.

3. Investiga: Antes del Shopping para mirar tendencias, recomendaciones y comparaciones de precios.

4. Aeropuerto: Cuando llegas al aeropuerto internacional de Tocumen en lugar de bajar las escaleras (si no tienes a nadie esperando con mucha prisa) puedes ir a la Zona Libre y mirar, anotar precios e identificar las tiendas que ofrecen lo que tienes. Si en los días siguientes no consigues en la Ciudad un precio interesante, puedes al regreso irte al aeropuerto una o dos horas antes y comprar en el Duty Free.

 

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5. Malls o tiendas: Si quieres ahorrar en tus compras al detal entonces visita de preferencia un Mall o Centro Comercial, pasarás toda una tarde con una variedad de opciones sin gastos adicionales de transporte. Comprar en tiendas, a menos que sea algo específico, puede tomarte tiempo y dinero. Estos son los Malls más importantes de Panamá. Recuerda que la Zona Libre es una opción interesante solo si vas a comprar en cantidad.

6. Temporada: Normalmente los mejores precios se encuentran a principios de año, en Panamá se celebra de forma muy comercial las fiestas de fin de año, así que los precios suelen ser menos baratos desde Octubre a Diciembre.

7. Compara:  La ventaja de comprar en un Mall es que probablemente tengas varios almacenes que vendan los mismos productos. Así que mira, mira y mira y luego anota en la lista (del punto 1) el precio y el local. Así podrás comparar en otros y saber donde hacer tu compra.

8. No tengas miedo de pedir un descuento: En ciertos productos y marcas existe la posibilidad de negociar, lo peor que puede pasar es que te digan “ya está rebajado”. Pero algunas veces puedes lograr un descuento adicional o un valor agregado.

9. Transporte: Lamentablemente en Panamá como en otros países existe gente deshonesta. No dejes de comparar precios de Taxis. Ha habido casos de cobros excesivos en el que los ahorros de tus compras quedan en el bolsillo de un transportista irresponsable.

10. SALE: Normalmente las tiendas, sin importar la temporada, tienen mesas de ofertas (SALE). Revisa los artículos con descuento antes. Siempre encuentras algo interesante.

 

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Fuente: viajero.fenikas

3 Useful Tips when planning to Scuba Dive in Punta Cana

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Scuba Diving in Punta Cana is one of the many activities that travelers can partake during their vacation. As a popular Caribbean beach destination it is no surprise that scuba diving is among the top things to do in Punta Cana. Whether a beginner or more experienced diver, these 3 tips will make planning a diving vacation much easier.

 

1. Varying Ocean Conditions

The Ocean and weather conditions in Punta Cana will vary by season. Late spring and summer are the best time for diving in Punta Cana. During these season, the Atlantic Ocean is calmer and visibility can reach up to 100 feet. Not to mention that the warm sunny weather is ideal to be out in the water. The winter season (Mid December to Early March) is known to have stronger currents and tides. The rougher ocean conditions are caused by the cold fronts moving from the North Atlantic. During the winter month’s dive shops in Punta Cana will organize dive trips to the south of the Island, as the Caribbean Sea will be calmer during winter months. Destinations such as Bayahibe and Saona Island are great locations to scuba dive year round.

 

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2. The Type of Diving Available from Punta Cana

When it comes to Scuba Diving in the Dominican Republic, there is something for every diver. From wrecks to walls, divers tend to have specific preferences for the type of diving they enjoy. Although Punta Cana is not particularly famous for Diving, with a little research you can find some great diving. Punta Cana’s major dive sites are generally less than 50 feet deep and located 10 to 15 minutes by boat. If you are the type of diver that prefers to get two dives in the morning and return to your resort by lunch, then the local dive trips are a great choice. However, if you want to explore the top diving in the Dominican Republic, then bit of a hike will be required. The intricate network of caverns in Dominican Republic have become a popular choice for Cave Diving. Macao Beach is a great destination for Cave Diving. For some divers, the thrill of a Wall Dive descend is the tip of the icing of their dive vacation. For such divers, then ‘The Wall’ at Catalina Island would be one to mark on off your dive bucket list. Centrally located in the Caribbean, Shipwrecks abound throughout the Dominican Republic, and are an absolute ‘Must Do’ for all divers visiting Punta Cana. A few of the best wrecks reachable from Punta Cana are: Atlantic Princess (Bayahibe) and Tanya V (Juan Dolio) and St George (Bayahibe). For the diver on a family vacation, snorkeling and diving day excursion to the smaller islands might be the best way to get your dives in while family members can join in on the fun via snorkeling. Popular island destination such as Saona Island or Catalina Island are 2 hours from Punta Cana and have superb diving, with the bonus of relaxing in postcard perfect beaches with a cold ‘cerveza’ after a successful day of diving.

 

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 3. Divers Experience Level

If you are a diver with 400 plus dives who’s dove in the world’s most exotic dive destinations (Red Sea, Indonesia, Micronesia, etc…) then chances are that the diving in Punta Cana might not be up to par with what you are used to. If you are looking for adventure and quality dives, than your best bet are the wreck dives and smaller islands on the south-side of the Dominican Republic. Or perhaps furthering your Dive Education with a Certification Course might be the perfect option. Maybe you are a scuba enthusiast who craves the meditative feelings of diving and is trying to get as much dive time as possible, then the convenience of local dive trips might be the best option. Whatever your preferences are, there is something for every diver in Dominican Republic.

 

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By: seaprodivers