The Panama Canal

Sunday, February 9, 2025

I was up at 6:00 this morning so I could follow the schedule of events of when we would enter the Locks. Chuck was up soon after. It was a pretty day and the new locks were interesting although I missed seeing the trams that would use ropes to pull the ships through on the old locks.

Coming toward the Atlantic Bridge
One of the tug boats that keeps the ship from smacking the sides of the canal
Locks closing behind us
Looking down to show how close the ship is to the side
One of the many buildings along the canal
Panama flag
Traffic crossing the canal when the locks close

When we reached the Gatun Lake, the tenders were lowered so people could go on tours – most to go see the old locks. I spent the time on the balcony watching all the different ships coming and going through the lake.

I watched this pelican harass a seagull until the gull dropped his newly caught fish – right to the pelican’s gullet

We went for sandwiches at the NY Deli for lunch and then walked a mile around the track.

We had some more pool time until it was time to get ready for the evening.

We had another Pinnacle Grill dinner tonight. Chuck had the filet mignon and I had the sea bass. I had the creme brulee for dessert and Chuck had the coconut-banana pudding. We also received some macarons.

The main stage was showing the Super Bowl on the big screen. I just popped in to see what the score was. The Eagles were leading.

We went to the Rolling Stone Lounge and then to the Casino.

We get to set the clocks back another hour tonight.

Tomorrow – Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Author: mmmtravelmemories

A retired college administrator who loves to travel. I write to remember the experiences and, I hope, to inspire others to make their own travel memories.

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