Although ticketing computers will try to sell you center ice but higher up, personally I prefer corners, judges' side if you can get it. But someone more familiar with the Palavela should help you; I've never been there, and I understand it's a rather strange arena.

Kristina

PS. I have a recurring dream in which I am at a figure skating event as a spectator, and my seat is COMPLETELY BLOCKED OF ANY VIEW WHATSOEVER.