As a dual American & Panamanian citizen, and also having spent most of my adult life in SE Asia, mostly in Thailand, my appreciation for Chris’s achievement in honoring Panamanian History through his vision creating Hotel la Compañía is immeasurable. The Hotel la Compañía is so much more than an important historical restoration, it’s an avenue through which we can honor our past, while looking forward through architecture, design, and hospitality. Gracias!
I made my reservation today for my first stay @ the hotel after watching this documentary. I am extremely impressed the teams' vision, determination and dedication. See you next Jan.
As a panamenian sociologist I apreciate your effort and commitement with history and society to build this beautiful project. I have visited La Compañía many times and every time I feel a diferent taste of history. This is fantastic. I do thank you for your vision and making the history a Lively part of our morning and atardeceres. Muchas gracias......BENDICIONES .
Realmente felicitaciones por el tremendo proyecto de recuperación y establecer un negocio que da tantas alegrías tanto a los profesionales de esta industria como a los futuros huéspedes que tendrán. Saludos desde Chile 🇨🇱 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
The beauty and delicacy of the details of this place is absolutely overwhelming and the way it tells the story it has witnessed is simply a heavenly symphony.
In 2009, Panama chose me as well on my very first visit here; not as a tourist but to find an extra income after "All Things [Fell] Apart" for me in the US. I immediately started a business in the hospitality industry which was my background. I traveled back and forth until 2012 when I realized that I was happy here but not back "home" in Florida. I could not stay away any longer. Since then, I have watched Casco Viejo come back to life from the same streets you found when you arrived to what she is today...a true gem with a history and a spirit that you can feel while walking those streets. Thank you and others who have been a part of bringing her back to life. Now, I hope and pray that someone with a similar spirit and vision will do the same for Colon. She deserves the same.
Chris, I had not seen this before. So glad that you made it, an excellent record of your thought process, hard work and determination. Thank you for honoring Panama a country which like you I learned to love...
Brilliant Chris, well done. Vicky and I had the privilege of visiting you and your family when the Hotel project was a mere twinkling in your eye. We visited the site with you, listened to your enthusiasm and vision and are thrilled to see it come into existence. All the best with the new and exciting venture, it is a testamentary to you and your supportive family and all who had the benefit of experiencing concept to fruition. We hope to visit again during our travels and experience this wonderful project first hand. All our best Vicky and Larry Pitsch, Bangkok, Thailand.
Hey Chris! I've been avidly following your journey since the days you bid farewell to Hong Kong, and it's been incredibly inspiring to see all your dedication and hard work come to fruition. Watching you build your dream home in Thailand and then set sail on your custom-built boat with your family has been amazing. I still remember the buzz of excitement I felt when you first shared your hotel La Compania project in Panama. It was like a flurry of butterflies took flight in my stomach, leaving me in awe and wondering how you would bring this vision to life, especially since it was all new territory in some ways for you. Your latest documentary video is just stunning, Chris. It captures the essence of your journey beautifully and is truly mesmerizing. Seeing all your Facebook updates over the last several years finally come together in this way is extraordinary. You've crafted a masterpiece, overcoming one of the most significant challenges of your life with such grace and determination. While I may not have the chance to visit your hotel in this lifetime, it's definitely secured a spot on my bucket list for the next! 😂 Keep up the incredible work, and know that your story is a beacon of inspiration for so many.
We are in the experience business, we are selling a destination. What an inspiring story ! Thank you for letting us know Impossible is Nothing - when you hear 'Don't Do This'....Go full-out, Panama choose You.
Excellent documentary. Thank you for remaining focus and being stedfast in your plan by developing this work of art that allow us to polish up our knowledge of our history. I am certain locals and foreigners will discover history and embrace the present. God willing I will book a stay to be able dive into history and savor the gastronomy.
This was just incredible. Absolutely amazing. Well done to everyone who worked on this project. So proud to have worked with Chris back in hong kong. Truly inspiring documentary ❤. By bringing history back to life Chris and his team have created their own moment in history. Bravo
Cris you are a great visionary. The hotel you have built its out of this world I simply LOVE IT!!! thank you thank you one thousand times. I admire you so much. All the best to you.
Hi Chris, Excellent documentary. I've had the pleasure of staying at La Compania and visit all of the dining experiences. I've even provide tours to my own family members. This is a great experience and I totally applaud what you have done. We'll visit soon again Ricardo and Lilian Lowe
Thank you for taking a chance on our country. Not everyone sees how worth it, it is.
As a dual American & Panamanian citizen, and also having spent most of my adult life in SE Asia, mostly in Thailand, my appreciation for Chris’s achievement in honoring Panamanian History through his vision creating Hotel la Compañía is immeasurable.
The Hotel la Compañía is so much more than an important historical restoration, it’s an avenue through which we can honor our past, while looking forward through architecture, design, and hospitality.
Gracias!
🎉❤Felicitaciones y agradecimiento por esta gran inversión en nuestro Panamá y su Historia sea por la eternidad❤Muchas gracias🎉
I made my reservation today for my first stay @ the hotel after watching this documentary. I am extremely impressed the teams' vision, determination and dedication. See you next Jan.
As a panamenian sociologist I apreciate your effort and commitement with history and society to build this beautiful project. I have visited La Compañía many times and every time I feel a diferent taste of history. This is fantastic. I do thank you for your vision and making the history a Lively part of our morning and atardeceres. Muchas gracias......BENDICIONES .
Realmente felicitaciones por el tremendo proyecto de recuperación y establecer un negocio que da tantas alegrías tanto a los profesionales de esta industria como a los futuros huéspedes que tendrán. Saludos desde Chile 🇨🇱 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
It is an amazing property! I’m a hotel freak and this is as well done as it gets. You can feel the history!
The beauty and delicacy of the details of this place is absolutely overwhelming and the way it tells the story it has witnessed is simply a heavenly symphony.
Impressive Chris. Someday we will make it down there.
We needed more passionate, focused people like you. Congrats!
In 2009, Panama chose me as well on my very first visit here; not as a tourist but to find an extra income after "All Things [Fell] Apart" for me in the US. I immediately started a business in the hospitality industry which was my background. I traveled back and forth until 2012 when I realized that I was happy here but not back "home" in Florida. I could not stay away any longer. Since then, I have watched Casco Viejo come back to life from the same streets you found when you arrived to what she is today...a true gem with a history and a spirit that you can feel while walking those streets. Thank you and others who have been a part of bringing her back to life. Now, I hope and pray that someone with a similar spirit and vision will do the same for Colon. She deserves the same.
Great video Chris - fantastic hotel and achievement- and best regards from Thomas / Hong Kong
wow, Chris it looks AMAZING! Congratulations!!!
I just returned to the USA from a 4 day stay at La Compania. I just wanna say thank you Chris. Breathtaking!
Chris, I had not seen this before. So glad that you made it, an excellent record of your thought process, hard work and determination. Thank you for honoring Panama a country which like you I learned to love...
Brilliant Chris, well done. Vicky and I had the privilege of visiting you and your family when the Hotel project was a mere twinkling in your eye. We visited the site with you, listened to your enthusiasm and vision and are thrilled to see it come into existence. All the best with the new and exciting venture, it is a testamentary to you and your supportive family and all who had the benefit of experiencing concept to fruition. We hope to visit again during our travels and experience this wonderful project first hand. All our best Vicky and Larry Pitsch, Bangkok, Thailand.
Amazing!!
Excellent, beautiful, amazing!!
Inspiring Chris! Many congratulations to you and your team! We look forward to a visit soon.
Hey Chris!
I've been avidly following your journey since the days you bid farewell to Hong Kong, and it's been incredibly inspiring to see all your dedication and hard work come to fruition.
Watching you build your dream home in Thailand and then set sail on your custom-built boat with your family has been amazing.
I still remember the buzz of excitement I felt when you first shared your hotel La Compania project in Panama. It was like a flurry of butterflies took flight in my stomach, leaving me in awe and wondering how you would bring this vision to life, especially since it was all new territory in some ways for you.
Your latest documentary video is just stunning, Chris. It captures the essence of your journey beautifully and is truly mesmerizing. Seeing all your Facebook updates over the last several years finally come together in this way is extraordinary. You've crafted a masterpiece, overcoming one of the most significant challenges of your life with such grace and determination.
While I may not have the chance to visit your hotel in this lifetime, it's definitely secured a spot on my bucket list for the next! 😂 Keep up the incredible work, and know that your story is a beacon of inspiration for so many.
Beautiful! And inspiring!❤
Felicitaciones, impresionante como el edificio te cuenta su historia con solo mirarlo.
Maravilloso.!.Felicitaciones
We are in the experience business, we are selling a destination.
What an inspiring story ! Thank you for letting us know Impossible is Nothing - when you hear 'Don't Do This'....Go full-out, Panama choose You.
Excellent documentary. Thank you for remaining focus and being stedfast in your plan by developing this work of art that allow us to polish up our knowledge of our history. I am certain locals and foreigners will discover history and embrace the present. God willing I will book a stay to be able dive into history and savor the gastronomy.
my wife taught you science and would have been very proud to have seen this story Bob MC
This was just incredible. Absolutely amazing. Well done to everyone who worked on this project. So proud to have worked with Chris back in hong kong. Truly inspiring documentary ❤. By bringing history back to life Chris and his team have created their own moment in history. Bravo
Incredible story, beautiful hotel. I can’t wait to see how the hotel here in El Valle will be transformed 🌟
Cris you are a great visionary. The hotel you have built its out of this world I simply LOVE IT!!! thank you thank you one thousand times. I admire you so much. All the best to you.
Hi Chris,
Excellent documentary. I've had the pleasure of staying at La Compania and visit all of the dining experiences. I've even provide tours to my own family members. This is a great experience and I totally applaud what you have done. We'll visit soon again
Ricardo and Lilian Lowe
What a wonderful, awesome job! Thanks fr choosing Panama!❤
🎞️🎞️🎞️excelente