Phoenix, Ariz., Nov.15, 1997---The recently opened Best Western Hotel Suites Central Park in Panama City, Panama is one of numerous properties to join the Best Western International system this year. Best Western International continues to see remarkable growth throughout the planet as the lodging chain maintains its dominance as the world's largest and most recognized hotel brand.

The Best Western Hotel Suites Central Park is strategically located a few blocks from the city's banking and financial district in La Cresta. The hotel offers 68 beautifully appointed suites with the latest in-room business features including Internet access and fax machines. The hotel has two excellent restaurants including the upscale Tiffany's and the casual, poolside La Terraza.

Reservations at the Best Western Hotel Suites Central Park may be booked by calling the hotel directly at (507) 223-9630 or by calling Best Western International's 24-hour, toll-free reservations number (800) 528-1234. Reservations are also available from Best Western International's Web site at www.bestwestern.com.

The Best Western Les Lapins is a recently constructed property that boasts large, comfortable rooms. Relaxing, exercising and sightseeing are all easy to do when staying at this hotel which is situated on a yacht marina close to the capitol city of Valletta.

Malta is a beautiful island getaway just south of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea. Its temperate climate attracts a large number of leisure travelers and its skilled labor force make it a growing destination for the business traveler who work in manufacturing or trade professions

Best Western International, Inc., is a membership-driven organization that has supported hoteliers with a variety of services to ensure competitive pricing, quality accommodations and consistent dedication to guest satisfaction for 51 years. Best Western International is the world~s largest lodging brand with more than 3,700 hotels in 75 countries and territories throughout North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the South Pacific.

Reservations at the Best Western Les Lapins may be booked by calling the hotel directly at 356.342551 or by calling Best Western International's 24-hour, toll-free reservations numbers in the United States, (800) 528-1234 or in Italy, 167-82 00 80. Reservations are also available from Best Western International's Web site at www.bestwestern.com.