You won't believe how genius this is. |S6-E29|
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- In this episode I am showing you the Panama Canal. It's such an ingenious piece of marine engineering with a fascinating history!
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I love how everyone in the comments are so respectful with each other that just reflects on the amazing personality of the owner of this channel i.e our Noraly.
Indeed👍😊
Honey 🍯 drop 💧 on my lips. 😚feel it 🇮🇹
If there was an award for nicest person on the internet then Noraly would win it easily.
Aamen!
We're all bikers
Aren't we mostly?
Noraly comes alive when she talks about engineering or geology. I cannot say enough how much I admire this woman. Intelligent, curious, brave...a woman for the 21st century. I wonder what else she will do with her life when the Itchy Boots time is over. Will be fascinating to see.
Nooooo ... it won't ever stop will it? 🥺😢😭 then series 4182 ... Noraly on her solo voyage to Mars 🤣
Norlay certainly does. Her eyes smile brightly.
When on her subject.
Don't worry. I find it very interesting and informative.
She made me find out there's virtually no Continental Shelf on the Caribbean side of Panama, which is why she had to go through that Ocean Chop with Alaska. When Balboa 'discovered' the ocean on the other side of Panama he must have named it 'Pacific' since it was soo calm from the huge Continental Shelf on that side of Panama!
Clearly in her element talking geology / engineering-- A smart /daring /brave... and engaging woman!
I could not agree more. It is so wonderful to ride vicariously the world with her incredible VLOG! Thank you Noraly, thank you. If you happen to pass through South Louisiana, and you would like to learn some about the cajun culture, eat some awesome food etc... please let me know. I live about 200 miles east of Houston Texas in the heart of Cajun Country. You won't regret spending some time here.
Noraly is not just traveling or a traveler, she is also a historian. Thank you Noraly 😍😍
My mom is lung cancer. I watch you in hospital with her. Believe me your world videos are very good cure for my mom. God save you.
I can only Imagine the wonder that a geologist could feel in front of such a monumental project! Thanks for bringing us there with you
Noraly's spot on about the canal history and geology problems. It took frequent dredging, especially at Culebra (snake) Cut, to keep the canal open In the "bad old days," (1950s) a DDT fogging truck would spray our neighborhoods at dusk.
She is right about the British Bucaneer Pirate Morgan. They really raided all around those days, under the protection of the Crown!
Today, they are protecting a differenza Pirate Prince Andrew "Andy Randy the child molestor"
I never even thought about all the geological aspects of it, so cool to learn that side of it! And I'm also wondering how they got all the black paint off that gold in the church haha
halo apa kabar, salam kenal 🙏🇮🇩
@@BrassLock I'm 73 and I remember that stuff ( DDT ) it really was effective though.
Who else waits every second for amazing content by Noraly? Honestly gives 20 minutes of happiness to so many people indirectly. Thank you @Itchy Boots
Yes she does.I only wish her videos were longer.
So true
I love her. She's just FEARLESS 🙏🏿💃
Anytime ItchyBoots notification pop-up--no matter time. You can always be guaranteed to learn something that takes your heart & spirit to the next adventure! Well done, Noraly!Great information, you out do yourself every time!🇺🇸 Texas
You are right about that! Thank you Noraly!
This channel is not only entertainment for motorcycle lovers but is also very educational and brought to us by a very brave and educated woman who keep us exited with every new episode.The smile on Noraly's face is back after a very exhausted crossing of the Darien Gap.Thumbs up she get...
Awesome vlog, as always, Noraly. Thank you. 💯🎉👌🏽
I went through the Panama Canal three years ago and learned that over time 25,000 people had died in the construction, including thousands of workers from India and China. During the period of the US construction, some 5,000 perished, the majority of whom were African Americans. At either end of the canal there are some memorials to these casualties. May they all rest in peace.
I'm from Russia. I didn't think it was possible to travel long distances on such a small motorcycle. I will plan my trip on a Chinese alpha moped. this lady motivates
@@joethomas8241 And don't forget that you'll also need to be able to service it on the way... So a brand new GS might not be the most practical.
Hi Noraly! Another fabulous video. Your travels have bought all of us to places we would never have seen otherwise. Your enthusiasm for travel and the wonders you come across is nothing less than addictive- you would have made a fantastic teacher. (I used to be one!). You are a fantastic role model for women and girls everywhere. Still going through your previous series (I'm in Namibia at present!) while waiting avidly for each new episode of this one. Your channel should be compulsory viewing for all students of geology, history, geography, motorcycling, mental health and more. You light up the darkest of days. Stay safe and stay awesome. :)
Awesome comment thanks Ciaran. Of all the countries Norally travelled, Namibia is the ONLY country where Norally proclaimed with a heavy heart and sadness "Namibia is the country for me, yes Namibia is the country for me!!".
A history and geography lesson. Yeah!! Still watching in 2023.Thanks for sharing Noraly. Panama looks lovely. 👍👍
Fascinating how you turn your life, passions, experiences into videos! This is so much more inspiring and captivating than any Netflix or TV stuff i saw so far! Creators like you make CZcams such a great place!
Loved the geologic references in the Canal Building project. Slope stability was a huge problem, even for the Americans. Several times their massive steam shovels were buried by the tropical rain-induced mud slides. David McCullough's book "The Path between the Seas" is excellent. Itchy Boots again demonstrating why it is far and away, the best channel on the I-Net!
Been riding for 50 years myself. Logged 100s of thousands of miles. But itchy you take it to a whole new level, proud of you and your channel. Keep up the good work, hope to see you in the states one day, by far the best youtube channel!, be careful!!
Johnny B. I'm also an old Iron Butt. I'm concerned that North America will seem boring compared to South America.
@@groverearp2600 Naturewise, it still is a gem!
@@groverearp2600 But it is beautiful too!
@Johny Bubbles, so many cute puns in your comment.
Being from another country, she will find our country amazing too as we seem to take a lot of it for granted. I hope she doesn't get recognized.
It's no wonder that the Panama Canal evoked such noticeable excitement for Noraly, who is herself from a country which widely uses waterway locks as part of its method of controlling water levels in the Low Lands.
Seeing the ships pass through the locks was thoroughly enjoying. Thank you Noraly!
And thank you for your videos.
So thrilling
She was gone long enough that things changed so she didn't know what all the uniformed men were, but nice getting a hometown tour.
Itchy Boots: my preferred “pit stop” regarding videos on motorcycle adventures. This is where our hostess is bold enough to cover continental distances on solo trips, and happy to share with us what she experiences along the journey. Always with a genuine large smile on her face.
The best part of this episode was to see the joy on Noraly's face while she was describing the history of the Canal, while she is always passionate in everything she shows us followers, being able to show us the Canal brought the passion out of her even greater than usual! Such a wonderful episode!
Trust the Dutch to get excited about canals ;) Great vid, I've enjoyed the little documentary-like videos you've done along your travels, it's a nice change-up and your enthusiasm is infectious.
Old Panama City seems to have its own old world charm. It looks like a place that could easily become gentrified.
I'm a U.S. citizen, but lived in Panama for a year. This episode was particularly fun for me to see. My home there was in Ancon, right next to Panama City. This made it easy to eat my lunch at the locks and watch the ships pass thru. Even tho your motorcycle tour thru town was short, it allowed me to see how much it had changed since I was there. Big fun!
Hi Richard. I have met so many Americans who are living in the jungle around. They built houses with pools for around $ 100 . But a little time is not safe. This is true? I still have unforgettable moments smoking cigars and drinking whiskey 4 years ago.
You have to be descended from a Kerryman with a name like that.
ANYWHERE EVERYWHERE SHE GO, I WONDER HOW SHE MANAGES TO EXPLAIN IT ALL . SUCH AN INTELLECTUAL PERSON . Thank you Itchy, you’re Incredible
Oooooooh, you missed an awesome thing about the locks. The water is not “pumped”, it all works with natural flow of water, which makes it even more awesomerer 😉
I’m not sure but I believe the locks go from low to high elevation and then to low again. Unless there is a higher elevation lake or river feeding the high point then some lock water will need to be pumped
@@rcpmac nope … the lock is always between a higher and a lower level, no matter which way it goes. So you either fill the lock from the higher level or drain it to the lower one. Look it up. It is awesome.
@@MilanGajicBuva thank you for pointing that out!
@@rcpmac The Gatun lake she mentioned is at the high point of the canal. All the water comes from that lake.
Yes, no rain no Panama canal.
I love it when Noraly takes on the role of a history teacher ❤
We were taught about the Panama Canal many years ago at school, but this video showing ships actually going through has been an eye opener for me!
I love listening to Noraly's talks and the way she is excited about the subject she's telling us about.
"I love listening to Noraly's talks and the way she is excited about the subject she's telling us about", yes i too, super Noraly
I have been to Panama City, old Panama and the locks several times; but seeing them through Noraly's eyes makes it as if seen for the first time.
I really enjoy when you explain history and local environments. It really adds texture to your videos. Continue please!
Amazing! A well delivered history lesson-- much better than the one I remember on the cruise ship which took me through the canal several years ago. Thank you Noraly 😊
Aah... now that was exactly what i needed after this crazy Darien Gap and Crossing into Panama story: Relaxation, education, sightseeing, beauty! Thank you Itchy Boots 🤗😊👍!
Wonderful I love your job … cool adventures..
So many comments on Itchy Boots (and there are many such below today) remark on Noraly's positive personality, as if she is somehow inured from the stresses and dangers she encounters. But in today's video, the demeanor of a relaxed Noraly in a familiar city and talking about a subject she is obviously intrigued by, stands in stark contrast to the obviously stressed woman so recently beset by (apparently) pirates or confronted by the challenge of crossing an intimidating dilapidated rail viaduct. Through it all, she maintains focus and civility toward everyone around her. When we say someone 'makes it look easy' or is 'always cheerful' I suspect we diminish the high level of self-control required to asses, confront, and overcome challenges (whatever they may be.)
I began watching these videos for the scenery. As she rode more, I learned to appreciate Noraly's increasing technical riding ability. But only now do I see that this woman is emphatically illustrating the idea of 'a life well lived.'
Wow...the canal is absolutely mesmerizing. I can see why you could watch it all day. Panama City, both old and new is a beauty I never expected. Great place for a rest, I’m sure. I love the history you take the time to research and relay to your viewers. Really educational. Great video, Noraly!
it’s so much fun to have you “teach” us so much on our adventures together. Stay safe and as always, see you in the next video…let’s go! ❤️
How can anyone not love Noraly? wow, what a gem of a human being!
Of course we found it interesting, you could do a whole video showing us old telephone directories and it would still be interesting ! 👍
Panama has soo many similarities to your home country of The Netherlands. Both of countries know how to manage water❤️
I like your videos Noraly!
I'm German, my father was in Unilever Germany. In the early 50ies he brought 4 books home about Africa, South America, Australia und China, Japan. I was so delighted, that the little boy decided, to travel there.
So to me the Panama canal was great and I became and intl. Consultant!!!! Soon I will break up to Africa again. ❤❤❤❤
that was my previous ship. happy to see it again. it was nice to see it passing in panama canal miraflores locks
REALLY LOVE THIS SERIESSS!!❤️ Extremely exciting!!😍 Thank you so much Ms. Noraly! I've Always discover and learn something new.. can't wait to see every episode 😁..God Bless and Stay Safe!❤️
I love the science and engineering segments. Thanks for taking the time to explain some of this stuff. I know about these places, but you make them relatable and real, like I actually visited there once. Maybe someday. Keep on rollin'!
Just found this channel. Quite impressed with this young lady.
Me da tristeza decir esto pero ojalá que cuando pase por nuestro México podamos ir cuidando a esta chica, en su viaje, para que nunca se le borre de su hermoso rostro esa sonrisa tan bella
Your narrating style - moving around & putting the jacket on while talking, etc - really makes for a very lively "show" of professional quality, matching your already professional footage. A pleasure to watch & listen to. Thanks (for the umpteenth time...)!
(And should you ever stop travelling, I think you should do some National Geographic assignements... )
Seconded
I think Itchy Boots could teach National Geographic a few things about taking and editing video😎
@@dirtbikeheaven1129 indeed
Why would Norely do an assignment do an assignment for National Geographic, when she already has her own channel, with almost 1m subscribers? I don’t think she needs all the company guidelines that would entail. What I do fully agree with you, is the exceptional production quality of her videos. Great comment.
@@basildavidson4597
You are right, of course, Basil. Just goes to show that a 62-year old oldie like me still thinks in "old school"- terms, when it comes to "Media". Who needs National Geographic when we have Noraly?!
Itchy Boots is a entire documentary film crew rolled up into one person! The engineering of the canal system is truly impressive. Old Panama City is so much similar to Old San Juan here in PR.
History with ITCHY BOOTS .. great class
That was fascinating and good for my nerves! A wonderful tour by my favorite tour guide!
I always wanted to see the Panama Canal and you have given me the chance to see it up close! It is amazing and I am thrilled I got to see it through your eyes today! Thank You!
There has been webcams covering the locks of the canal, I used to watch them all day long a couple of years ago while the new larger and less waterconsuming locksystem where buildt. You can actually see a gasship moving through these in Noralys video, just further away from the camera. But I don't know if these new locks has cameras or visitors viewpoints like these older ones?
@@Bratfalken Thanks I'll look them up!
The expansion works on the Panama Canal have posed an engineering challenge for a long time. At Sacyr, (Sociedad Anónima Caminos y Regadíos) we are passionate about challenges, and in 2016 we successfully finished building the third set of locks, a new maritime transit route that runs parallel to the pre-existing locks.
Is that what we could see behind the two locks right in front?
Awesome! 👍
I find her so intelligent and informed.Her accuracy and apptitude for facts and data is intriguing and addictive.
In one video one can learn math,engineering,geography,history, culture,politics and anything in between...
Hi Noraly your a Ray Of Sunshine ,here in Damp & Rainy SCOTLAND.loving you’re adventure 🏴 :)
This was my favorite video. If you want perspective and to know the history of the Panama Canal read "The Pathway Between the Seas" by David McCullough. IMHO the Canal is the greatest achievement of modern man. A long but great read. I would have been sad if we didn't get to see the actual canal, but with Noralee's background there it was almost guaranteed. Thank you!
The book is well worth tracking down. It’s a long read but if you get the canal bug this is a must for you book shelf.
Your enthusiasm is amazing. Keep living the dream and sharing it with everyone, Safe journeys.
Very cool. I used to work there years ago and seems like a lot has changed. There wasn't a visitor center with observation decks at the locks. You could just stand on one side and watch the ships rise up above you as they went through, which was pretty impressive. Old town seems more developed now. It was mostly empty shells of the old buildings then and was where the dire poor lived. There were a few restaurants and the national museum, but that was about it. The buildings often had someone in the front sitting at a folding table selling basic goods to the residents. I thought it was kind of strange that they had not rehabbed those great old European buildings, but I was told that culturally the people preferred the new modern buildings.
Her videos are so good. Her videos help me get through my day
GREAT history lesson. ANYONE interested in the building of the canal there is a wonderful book called
The path between the seas. It's a very detailed account of the entire process.
Thanks for the info 🙏👍
Yes, excellent book written by David McCullough.
When i've watched the first episode, i thought: "She belongs to a special kind"
Now i know i was wrong.
YOU ARE YOUR OWN KIND!
👍👍👍
There is NOBODY like her!
Excellent video as usual. Interesting fact: when at min. 05:25 you mention Ferdinand de Lesseps’ team challenges with malaria, it should be added that today’s understanding about how malaria is transmitted was all thanks to the building of the Panama Canal. Until then, it was thought that malaria was passed on only by “bad air” (“mal air” in French, hence “malaria”) or unhealthy/humid/hot climates - and the role of mosquitoes was simply not known. Due to the high number of malaria deaths in the Panama Canal construction area in those initial years, Ferdinand de Lesseps was accompanied by some epidemiologists who finally made the intuition that the parasite was transmitted by mosquitoes
Nice explanation of that historic and tremendous proyect of Panama...thanks
In this day and age, where overseas travel is far more complex than before, I am fortunate to experience such beautiful and picturesque locations like Panama albeit vicariously through this wonderful explorer named 'Noraly'. Thank You!👍👍👍
I think you got that right. Noraly isn't just travelling round the world on two wheels. She IS an explorer, and takes us with her on her wild adventures. I've been riding for 40 years now, and would never dare do some of the riding and other things she has managed to do (with a smile, while coping with crazy situations). She is my favourite Internet Sister.
Please take a long long time to reach Alaska, I never want this series to end! So inspiring. Cheer from Bariloche 🇦🇷
Just following your channel. Come stop by in Alaska and stay a night or two if you need to chill for a few days. I have plenty of room.
I agree with one thing,, you have just started to become a wonderful guide,,🤗
I love the video , as always !! Fantastic views , drone also well done !Thank you Noralys for your wonderful job exploring all this places !!Keep up ! 🙏 🙏 🙏
As a civil engineer I know what an amazing construction project the Panama Canal was, and seeing your tour confirmed all that from a new perspective.
Also, you didn’t have to tell us that you got some good rest in Panama City, because it’s obvious from your presentation that you are now back to your old super positive self. Cheers!
Noraly, it’s so much fun to have you “teach” us so much on our adventures together. Stay safe and as always, see you in the next video…let’s go! ❤️
Hi Noraly. So today I found out where you learnt to speak Spanish so well. Same as me, by living as an expat. It is the best way because you also learn colloquial Spanish and get a lot of practice if you immerse yourself. And you absorb much more of the culture.
It has been 20 years since I was in Panama City, It was great to see it again. I also really enjoyed the city, so much to see and do there. Brought back many memories for me ! Loved it !!
From what I've read, the Americans understood the source of Yellow Fever and began the project by draining swampy areas and battling mosquitoes. Window and door screens were put in, people educated in mosquito behavior, and the problem was lessened.
Actually, US army researchers got the idea from Carlos Finlay of Cuba . After the Spanish-American war, the US sent army researchers to study the origin of Yellow fever. While on Cuba those researchers decide to test Carlos Finlay theory. His theory was that mosquitoes were responsible for the disease. He had come up with this theory 20 years before it was proven by the US researchers.
Completely enchanting! Everyone has heard of the Panama Canal but Noraly has given us a wonderful and educating perspective of this engineering marvel; and a bonus tour of old Panama City.
Gave me a view of Panama I’ve never seen before. New Panama looks like Miami with the skyscrapers. Wow! Quite a bustling city today.
I completely agree. She is a teacher/professor. With a sunny personality
Love this episode, its almost a discovery channel episode. The explaining of the Panama Canal is great and next to see the old town. Just love it.
So good to see you more relaxed in this video than the last three. We know you are always cheerful but there is a palpable change in your mood now. Very pleased to see Noraly happy again!!
I'm really sorry. I lived 6 years in Costa Rica and now that you will arrive there, I am in Italy .... know that I follow you with a lot of interest, Pura Vida!!!
I LOVE watching an episode when Noraly teaches us about history, or geology, or people! She is a natural teacher!
In the late 1960's l transversed the Canal over 20 times and much enjoyed the "delights" of Olde Panama City - Pananmax maximum beam (width 32metres) the New Canal will be much larger - I can remember the Canal Pilots in thick American drawl as we entered the Lake "Mr Engineer give her everything Ya got" - and we did 22knots
I also worked with Van Oord dredging the Darwin Inpex Project 14 million cubic metres
The whole Panama Canal is jaw dropping. Nice video again Noraly
This series and season is an absolute joy to watch🔥
The Odfjell Tankers is the Norwegian ship " Bow Olympus" , 182m lenght, 32m wide, built in 2019
Am I right in guessing that the shipowners also have an investment in an orange paint factory? :-) I was a bit surprised that there wasn't some colour coding on the pipes...
@@Theravadinbuto I was just about to say - it was very orange, a bit trippy to stare into! Imagine crewing it, you'd go right off the fruit.
The tour and guide through the locks and Panama City were great! It's what I kinda miss when racking up miles through the middle of nowhere. Noraly's engineering insights are great to listen to. Cool post!
Americans and Nederlanders have had lots of experience with locks, well before the daunting task of constructing the Panama Canal. We Americans always had that "can do" spirit to take on big things and get them done, just as the Dutch have done with monumental engineering projects of locks, dikes, and land reclamation in Holland. Very nice and informative presentation.
The Panama Canal Zone was once an American territory, and why we gave it up, I may never understand. Now the Chinese control it.
Yep, and the Chinese controlling it is quite a disgusting and unsafe situation for the free world(whatever free world means nowadays).
Maybe u should read into how US came 2 be in possession of of d Panama Canal Zone 4 such a long time against d wishes of Panamanian people, infringing their country's sovereignty after acquiring it through sordid conquest & naval/military bullying. But I guess that's how USA has operated throughout history, meddling in other country's internal affairs, bullying 'em & invading/occupying territories on fake excuses...all for selfish geopolitical or economic agendas. China has learned d nefarious tactics from US, d difference is they're doing it using economic might instead of military might!
@@NayanJB and the Spanish were so nice to the locals.
@@NayanJB Actually there may have never been the nation of Panama if the U.S. had not intervened. It belonged to Columbia. The only bullying the Americans did was to Columbia. There were also no fake excuses. The U.S. was very clear they intended to build the canal. Over the years geopolitical and economic agendas benefitted many nations including Panama. There was no other country at the time that had the resources to build and finish the canal except the U.S.
Do you really think that if Panama had gained their independence in the early 1900's they would have been able to build the canal on their own? No, it never would have happened.
Noraly, you bring bright moments three times per week into my cold, wet wintery french village (about as bad as the winter I spent as a student in Utrecht). Bon voyage chère intrépide !
Hi
Your video teaching on the Miraflores Locks was perhaps the best I've ever seen. Good pictures, and sparse, but intelligent words. If you ever get too old to ride motorcycles, say age 100 or so, you could be a very good teacher.
Another most interesting part is that the lock’s don’t just drain the water, because if you would do that, eventually the Gatun lake would be completely drained in a matter of time. Instead the water is drained to a separate basin, and is (partly) re-used, minimising the loss of water from the Gatun lake to both Oceans.
I've watched many of your videos but I think this is one of my favorites. I enjoy those that are mostly about the ride, but like the other content here. Peace, and happy riding!
I broke out in a huge smile when you said "I am feeling much better now, its good." You have changed my outlook in life and when you are happy, I am happy.
Back to a little normalcy and stress free riding. Fun fact: there's a canal in our area called the Hennepin Canal, built before the Panama Canal, and according to The American Canal Society, "...served as a training ground for engineers who later built the Panama Canal." Canals are so simple, yet complex at the same time. I wouldn't mind going to Panama City some year. You promoted it very well. Stay safe out there.
Walked the trail there many times!
@@williambeck6364 so?
The first canals in Amsterdam were built in the 1660's !!!
@@thetessellater9163 But the world's first canal created purely for water transport was 510 BC the Persian emperor, Darius I in his newly conquered province of Egypt. He built a canal linking the Nile and the Red Sea.
Thank you Noraly for educating those of us who did not know the history of the canal! Thank you also to the French for starting and the United States for continuing and finishing this ingenious concept of ship movement along with the Panamanians! As an American, I am very proud of what the engineers and builders had conceived and produced to allow Europe and Asia to traverse the Americas so much more quickly and to make sea travel more efficient and safer! This is what has made America a great nation to the world! Respect to mankind's genius!
Your boarder crossing stressed me out just watching the video you have nerves of steel. You Go Girl!
Thank you so much from those of us who will never make it there to see it in person. Always an interesting tour as usual. Quite an engineering marvel but with an unfortunate human tragedies. When the French were attempting the job 20,000 workers lost their lives. Americas construction lost another 5000. Very sad conditions and circumstances. Very minimal if any compensation to the workers injured and killed. Thank God we have progressed beyond that.😔
Noraly keep those great videos coming👍🏍
Wonderful! The contrast from the last three tense gripping episodes with a tiny boat to the relaxed, civilised world of very large boats, is perfect. And we also had a person from the Netherlands enthusiastically celebrating canals. This series is almost like a symphony with the ebb and flow the narrative. All done by one person on the move. Thank you. It’s such a joy riding with you.
Thank you to show us the Panama channell. This is one of the marvelous things that mankind can be proud of. Really, thank you to show us the path that you choose, with all the real difficulties that you pass trough. Stay safe.
The Panama Canal is certainly an amazing feat of engineering and construction! Great overview of the time-lapse to construct the canal. I never new that Panama City New Town existed. Certainly appears to be a very beautiful city. Plus, Panama City Old Town has certainly retained its charm. Your tour of the city was great! Thanks and have a great time there. Ride safe Noraly!
Can you imagine if all Nations worked together? Ok let me put my rose coloured glasses away..
You are truly a miracle Noraly. Rolling out so much information about the history and the technical details about the difficulties of constructing the Panama Canal and the useage and cost. We have learned so much and you finally show us the operation of the locks lifting such large ships to such heights. All this knowledge from your memory with such enthusiasm. Just incredible. Thank you Noraly🙏🙏🙏
Thanks, Noraly, for the great land-side tour of the "original" locks; great to see it from that perspective. Several years ago I went through the Panama Canal on a cruise ship; we went through the new, enlarged locks. For those who may want a "deep dive" on the canal, there's a great book, an entertaining autobiography by Captain Kenneth P. Puckett. He was a Panama Canal Pilot, who took ships through the canal for 16 years, accumulating over 1,400 crossings. Captain Puckett (retired) was on our cruise and narrated our passage, and held several presentations before, during, and after our crossing. The book is, "Captain Puckett: Sea stories of a former Panama Canal pilot". That trip and the book were real eye-openers😃.
This is the best footage of the Panama canal I have ever seen. It interests me because countries can’t build warships bigger than the width of the Panama Canal. In actual fact square sided warships were only built this way to fit the canal.
Wider locks were added on 2016, so much larger ships can now sail through.
I will recommend Noraly's Vlog on the Panama Canal to my Grandsons as an informative succinct account for any 'School Project'. Plus a fascinating guided Tour of Old Panama City.
I don’t believe there is a channel on the Internet that gives me greater joy. The history, cultural and geology tidbits alone are worth the price of admission. It surely must take much preparation behind the scenes to deliver such a seemingly effortless presentation that covers so much ground in a snapshot. I thought the old part of the city has an especially interesting look about it.
Noraly, you blow me away! Is there anywhere you haven't been before ? This is one of your best videos, extremely informative and you are looking much more relaxed now, the last few days bypassing the Darien Gap were very obviously very stressful,, How you were able to continue filming during that time is quite remarkable.
The research, history and presentation are a great touch. It makes watching all the more interesting and more than just a motorcycle travel video. Really enjoyed this episode 👍
I was wondering when our dear Noraly became a Panama tourist guide belting out facts and statistics with such fluency. Only when you explained that you had lived there and mentioned the projects you were working on, it became clear why no tourist guide could have matched you in your presentation. We are blessed to have you on this planet. Thanks a million for your videos.