Central America High Points Part 1: Volcán Barú

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January 23rd 2014

Published: January 28th 2014

My first stop in Central America after Chile was Panama City. I stayed 6 long, hot days in Panama City so I could be assured of watching the New England Patriots lose the AFC Championship Game in demoralizing fashion to the hated Denver Broncos and golden boy Peyton Manning. It wasn't a total waste, however, as Panama City is actually quite nice, my hostel was great, and there was a fantastic plac... Read Full Entry

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Gatun Lake

Panama Canal Railway

We stopped here to admire either the pipeline or the sunset.

Gatun Lake

Panama Canal Railway

One Straggling Ship Late in the Day

Panama Canal Railway

Miraflores Locks, Panama Canal

Ship just entered second lock.

Second Ship Being Guided Into Second Lock

One of 5 or 6 obviously powerful toy trains that assist passage through the locks.

Lock Is Closed

Takes only 10 minutes to fill each lock with ~100,000,000 liters of water which is all gravity fed. 100 year anniversary of the canal's operation.

First Ship Raised, Second in the Lock

Note the difference in heights, Panama Canal.

First Ship Leaving Lock and Entering Gatun Lake

Massive suspension bridge over the canal in the distance, Panama Canal.

Second Ship Through Locks

First lock contains a tug boat and booze cruise tourist boat although I don't think the booze is included in the ~$150 price tag. Bummer...

29th January 2014

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Sorry for you loss
I do hope you've recovered from the game. Being a Bronco fan (MJ) I felt differently about the outcome of that game but I've been in your shoes many times and feel your pain. Our sports addictions can be painful. It sounds like Panama City was a great place to explore for a few days. Your photos tell a great story. Your hike sounds great even though you were tired. Looking forward to reading more.

29th January 2014

povertyjetset
Jon W

Thanks but at least now I don't have to worry about where, or even if, I'm going to watch the SB. DEN and SEA - two of my least favorite teams and I lived in Seattle for 13 years before setting out on this trip. Good luck Sunday!

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