Panama Canal by Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Cruising the Panama Canal Includes Mexican Riviera (Ocean Cruise Guides)

I bought this book to replace the 2006 edition I used on my first transit of the canal. There was a significant amount of updating between the two editions. All the photos and maps are now in color, information about the new canal and Panama Canal Railway passenger service has been added, along with revised details on the cruise lines that serve Panama. I have several books on the building and history of the canal, but this was the only book I needed to prepare for and take on my Panama cruise. The book tells you what to take, what to expect, what to look for and what to avoid. I especially liked the descriptions of the various ports ships visit during a Panama Canal cruise and recommendations for things to do while ashore.

If you are cruising the Panama Canal, especially the old canal, this is the book to have. Probably needs to be updated, but a great informative book.

Shopped every book about the Panama Canal before going on a cruise through the Canal. This is the best overall, portable book around. Noticed the cruise line also featured it. History of the Canal is excellent. Descriptions of Central America countries are brief--but that's not the topic of the book. Get it for the Canal.

This is a good book for an overview of the Panama Canal, it's history and the various ports that are visited by various cruise ships. This book is fairly easy reading and recommended if you are considering a Panama Canal cruise.

I purchased this book for a Panama Canal cruise, which I just completed. I found the book to be of quite minimal value, with much more attention to ports that would be part of a Caribbean cruise than one that transverses the canal. The sections on the Canal and its history were informative but those on ports visited less so. I am not sure if there is a good alternative guide so this may be the best you can do.

Helpful book for Panama Canal cruise I took a land trip to panama So the stops were not relevant but still were interesting

Wow! This is a GREAT book for facts, figures, and things to watch for when planning (or undertaking) a cruise through the Panama Canal. There is SO much history included, wonderful maps, and great suggestions for shore excursions, port sightseeing, etc. The pull-out map is wonderful, and will be with us throughout our upcoming trip. A big two thumbs up on this one!

on time and as described

It is missing the map at the back of the book. I thought I ordered a new edition, but perhaps not. Otherwiswe, the book is everything I was hoping for.

There is plenty of background information in this book and it's a pleasure to read. The many photographs and large, beautifully illustrated map make a perfect accompaniment.

Not read it yet but looks very good and what we were looking for!

Very helpful general information. I had expected a little more specific detail about ports given that the author produces some of the best Cruise Guides for the BC coast.

Wonderful read, can't wait for the cruise! Taking the book with me.