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12 Day Panama Canal Vacation on the Emerald Princess - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

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Caribbean · 12 nightsFrom Fort Lauderdale

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It really is a pretty cool experience getting to pass through the Panama Canal, even if it's just the one side.

The rack is actually pretty easy to dive on and there are quite a few fish down here.

This really protected little bay here is a really nice place to be able to go snorkeling.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a ship tour if interested in a full ship tour.
Be prepared for potentially long lines for dinner on Princess ships.
Consider snorkeling in the protected bay at Mambbo Beach in Curacao.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a 12-day Panama Canal cruise on the Emerald Princess?
QWhat are the highlights and lowlights of the itinerary stops?
QWhat should travelers expect regarding dining and entertainment on Princess ships?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Cologne, Panama Canal3½ Happy Bacon
Aruba3 Happy Bacon
Top: Scuba dive on Antilla wreck
Curacao2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

This is a video showing our 12 day cruise onboard the Emerald Princess. This video shows our time on board and the visits to Grand Cayman, Costa Rica, the Panama Canal, Aruba and Curacoa. 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - First Two Days at Sea 1:45 - Grand Cayman 3:29 - Next Day at Sea 3:56 - Limon, Costa Rica 7:07 - Panama Canal 11:24 - Two More Days at Sea 12:48 - Aruba 15:40 - Curacoa 17:15 - Final Day at Sea 19:04 - Return to Fort Lauderdale