description: One of the greatest engineering feats ever, the Panama Canal is becoming one of the world's most popular cruise itineraries. Ports of call span the Caribbean and the Mexican Riviera, but the highlight of the cruise is the eight-hour transit of the Canal in which six massive locks raise and lower the ship 85 feet. Read about the monumental construction of the Canal as well as the history, culture, flora and fauna of this tropical region. Detail provided on popular ports, from Florida to California. Over 400 maps and photos most in color. Includes giant color fold out map of Panama Canal
language: English
title: Panama Canal By Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Cruising the Panama Canal
titlecomplete: Panama Canal By Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Cruising the Panama Canal (2nd Edition)
genres: Travel, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 72
publisher: Ocean Cruise Guides