Panama Canal Full Transit Cruise from Colon | Locks & History Explained
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The French lost an estimated 22,000 workers to illness and accidents.
The canal remained under US control until 1999 when it was fully handed over to Panama.
If you ever get the chance to see this in person, do it.
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Experience the Panama Canal transit starting from Colon! Come along as we pass through the massive locks and dive into the wild history of how this engineering marvel was built. About This Video: Setting sail from Colon, I’m taking you through the heart of the Panama Canal. This isn't just a cruise vlog—as we move through the locks, I’m sharing the story of the canal's construction, from the initial French struggle to the massive American engineering triumph. If you're curious about what a Panama Canal cruise is actually like or want to know the "why" behind the walls, this video is for you! In this video, we cover: The Departure: Leaving from the Colon cruise terminal. The Locks: Up-close footage of the gates and water levels. The History: Key facts about the French era vs. the American era. The Transit: What it’s like to spend a day on deck during the crossing. Bonus tips: Hotel option Panama City: Hotel San Filipe Transportation company: Amber Moon Panama Taxi Service Hotel option Colon: Hotel Sotelo Check out my channel for upcoming videos of the Panama Canal Cruise and my video guide of where to stay and how to get to the port. #PanamaCanal #CruiseVlog #ColonPanama #TravelHistory #PanamaCanalLocks #CruiseLife #EngineeringHistory 🌐 Official Website: www.mytravelagentdavid.com 📧 Contact Email: mytravelagentdavid@gmail.com ▶️ YouTube: @mytravelagentdavid