Panama City

Well, we have arrived safe and sound. There's always something to kick off the adventure and this time our luggage didn't make it with us. With no offer of explanation, we were told to call the next day and confirm where we were staying. Dressed in our canadian clothes, we were a little concerned that our one and only checked bag with all our necessities wouldn't make it with us for our travel to Bocas. Turns out there were 5 other people in our hostel with the same problem. Apparently Continental is famous for leaving luggage behind. Anyway today it arrived safely and we're ready for some fresh clothes.
A serious down pour grounded our interest in venturing too far today. Once the rain slowed we made our way to the canal. Panama City is a modern city, but us budgeters are staying more in the "local" district...meaning a little more sketch area. Mamallena is a chill place with lots of room...although my sensitive nose is taking a beating with the smells...
The Canal is amazing...we saw 4 huge ships pass through the Miraflores Locks. Quite an astounding operation. Amazing how many people came to build the canal...amazing how many died during the construction.
We're finding the cost not too bad for a city that looks similar to Miami.
Found a great little market nearby and had some amazing fresh fruit...ahhh...vacation here we are!
Tomorrow we're off to Bocas and hope our little cabana is as cute in real life as it is on the website!
Cheers all...