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Kocobelo, 1st Generation of EMPRETURISMO 2024
By Serena Rinaudo · · 2 min read
At Kocobelo, we proudly celebrate our selection as one of the 99 pioneering businesses in the First Generation of the EMPRETURISMO 2024 Program. This recognition motivates us to keep promoting Panamanian art, culture and identity through our original souvenirs and gifts inspired by Panama's tropical richness.
🌍 What Is the EMPRETURISMO 2024 Program?
This program, led by the Panama Tourism Authority (ATP) and the City of Knowledge Foundation (Fundación Ciudad del Saber) and funded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), seeks to strengthen tourism entrepreneurship in six key destinations across the country:
✔ Bocas del Toro
✔ Pedasí
✔ Tierras Altas
✔ Boquete
✔ Soná (Santa Catalina)
✔ Panama City
With technical support from the City of Knowledge Foundation, EMPRETURISMO provides tools and training to boost businesses that enrich the country's tourism and cultural offering.
🎨 Kocobelo: Innovation and Culture in Panamanian Tourism
From the very beginning, at Kocobelo we have been committed to creating unique cultural souvenirs, blending art, history and design in every piece. Our participation in this program is one more step in our mission to give visibility to Panamanian talent and connect with travelers from all over the world.
Our products include:
🌿 Tropical fashion with exclusive designs inspired by Panama's biodiversity.
🎁 Cultural souvenirs that tell stories through art and creativity.
👜 Eco-friendly accessories that combine functionality and tropical style.
🚀 What Does This Recognition Mean for Kocobelo?
✔ Greater visibility in Panama's tourism and handicraft sector.
✔ Access to specialized training in entrepreneurship and tourism product development.
✔ Expansion of our network of partners so we can keep growing and bring our tropical essence to more corners of the world.
💙 Thank You for Being Part of This Story
This achievement is a recognition not only of Kocobelo, but also of everyone who supports local art, handmade products and sustainable tourism.
📍 If you'd like to discover more about our collection, visit our online shop:
👉 www.kocobelo.com
