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Panama 2008 Retreat for Women, March 25-28 Retreat for Couples, March 28-30  Join us in Panama, host of Bais Chana’s next two sessions, one for women and one for couples. Besides Bais Chana’s extraordinary Jewish learning retreat, why travel to Panama? The locals say it’s places like the Panama Canal, Gamboa with its pristine jungle and breathtaking wildlife, and Panama’s fabulous shopping that draw visitors from the around the world. Beautiful beaches are an hour away from the hotel. Featured Lecturers  Rabbi Manis Friedman, Bais Chana’s primary lecturer, is a gifted educator – an internationally acclaimed lecturer, social philosopher, author and counselor. Friedman’s compelling worldview comes from Torah, Kabbala and Chassidut, and with his trademark wit and wisdom, he’ll challenge our assumptions about Judaism, spirituality and G-d. With over thirty-five years in the classroom and on the lecture floor, a profound knowledge of the soul and psyche, and a crystal clear perspective on life today, Friedman is one of the most riveting teachers you’ll have the pleasure to study with.
 Daily Schedule of Classes For Women For Couples Classes will be given in English. Women interested in staying through Shabbat or couples interested in arriving earlier in the week should This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Plaza Paitilla in Panama City The Plaza Paitilla Inn is located on the Bay of Panama, near Multicentro Mall and Multiplaza Mall. It’s in an exclusive neighborhood where most of Panama’s Jewish community lives and it’s just 20-25 minutes from the airport. All the guestrooms have wall-to-wall panoramic windows, a refrigerator and air conditioning with in-room controls. Our classroom and dining room are a short walk from the hotel guestrooms. What to Expect in Panama Weather - Panama’s pleasant tropical climate is warm during the day (highs of 95 F or 32 C) and cooler at night (lows of 75 F or 22 C). You’ll need a light jacket or sweatshirt indoors because of the air conditioning. Driving - Taxis are inexpensive so it's preferable not to rent a car; the fare from the airport to the hotel is $20-25. If you must rent a car, visitors to Panama may drive with their foreign license during the first 90 days of their stay; if asked, you should present your passport. Keep in mind road signage is poor and there’s no GPS in Panama. Currency - Panama’s official currency is the Balboa but the US dollar is the currency in circulation. One Balboa equals one US dollar.  The Panama Canal - Completed in 1914 and still considered one of the wonders of the modern world, the Canal is the passageway for ships to cross between the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, without having to make the treacherous route around South America. Considered one of the largest and most difficult engineering projects ever undertaken, the Canal is a key conduit for international shipping.Gamboa – Home to caymans, crocodiles, iguanas, and hundreds of bird species, Gamboa is a destination for anyone interested in the sheer beauty and diversity of G-d’s creations. A jungle tour, combined with a tour of the Panama Canal, is scheduled for Friday, March 28. Shopping - Many of the boutiques you find in Manhattan, you’ll find in Panama with considerably lower tax rates. And because Panama distributes to all of Central and South America, you’ll also find more inexpensive items – like clothes, shoes and electronics – that come from China and the Orient.  RatesAttend any or all days of the retreat. Rates are per night and include hotel accommodations, meals, classes and workshops.An application fee of $50 must be paid at the time of registration. To qualify for a 10% discount, register by Feb 28, 2008. Register now. Application Fee: $50 Rates include overnight accommodations, meals, and classes and workshops: Fri-Sun $770.00 Shabbat only $410.00 Click here for rates for the women's retreat. Trip to the Panama Canal and Gamboa additional. Register now Cancellations received more than 30 days from your date of arrival will be fully refunded. Cancellations received 30 days or less from your date of arrival, will be refunded at 50% of the total fees.  Guest Rooms and Check-InWhen you arrive, the hotel front desk will ask to run your credit card for any incidentals (video rental, phone charges, etc.). Your credit card will not be charged for room or program fees. Official check-in is at 3 pm; if you arrive early the hotel will put your luggage in a secure place until your room is ready. Check-out is at 12 noon. You’ll need to make sure to remove all your belongings from your room by that time on the day you leave to avoid being charged for an extra night. Fly into Panama City (airport code PTY) and take a taxi or rented car to the hotel. The Plaza Paitilla Inn is 20-25 minutes from the airport. Taxi charges should be $20-25. If you’re arriving on Friday, make plans to arrive as early in the day as you can to avoid the afternoon rush. Although check-in is at 3 pm, the hotel will make every effort to get you into your room as soon as it’s available. If your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored safely for you. Register now Click here to register. Please have your credit card ready for payment. Women's Agenda Tuesday, March 25 Classes: 3 pm, 4:30 pm, 8 pm Dinner: 6:30 pm Wednesday, March 26 Classes: 9:30 am, 11 am, 3 pm, 4:30 pm, 8 pm Lunch: 1 pm Dinner: 6:30 pm Thursday, March 27 Classes: 9:30 am, 11 am, 3 pm, 4:30 pm, 8 pm Lunch: 1 pm Dinner: 6:30 pm Couples' Agenda Friday, March 28 Tour the Panama Canal and Gamboa’s exotic sites Friday Afternoon, March 28 Candlelighting: 6 pm (actual time: 6:11 pm) Classes: 6:30 pm, 9 pm Kiddush/Dinner: 7:30 pm Saturday, March 29 Classes: 9 am, 3 pm, 4:30 pm Kiddush/Lunch: 12:00 noon Melava Malka: 8:00 pm Sunday, March 30 Classes: 9:30 am, 11 am, 1:30 pm Lunch: 12:30 pm |
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