Going to the Islands

So I'm off tomorrow for a bunch of island hopping that will eventually land me in Freeport, TX. The excat route will be determined by how far to the northeast the winds are, but after the San Blas islands I'll be going to either Cayman Brac or Isla Providencia.  Then from there to Isla Mujeres to pick up my father and off to Texas! Probably won't have internet for a while, so here are some more pics of Panama and the Canal!

Thomas and I walked to the top of Ancon Hill which is the highest point in Panama City. I took this pictures of Casco Viejo, or Old Town. That's where my family and I stayed before we transited the canal. The renovation of the area started in 2005 and now most of the buildings have been restored so the area is just beautiful. It feels a bit like New Orleans with balconies and small red brick streets. The food is also amazing, mostly Italian.

The Panama Flag on top of Ancon Hill

Here is the guard house for the flag base. Not quite sure the significance of this but it was cool and reminded me of something from Lord of the Rings. 

Just look at the picture and you'll see what's weird about this picture. I guess it was easier to have people drive on the left here because behind me is a one way road, so driving on the left keeps the traffic from crossing each other when merging.

My mom took this picture of a pensive Nick the day before we went through the canal. He's probably wondering if the engine is going to overheat. He really needn't worry!