Day 2: Panama City
Day 2 was another full day of exploring Panama city which means another full day of walking. The morning started with a visit to the Panama Viejo ruins. The ruins were awesome. They were also a great fist start to the trip as we learned a lot about the history of Panama. We even learned about pirates today!
After the ruins we made a short stop at the Biomuseo. Parents ask your students about the video at the start of the museum. It was really impressive. The museum is right at the entrance to the Panama Canal. We were able to see all the ships waiting their turn to enter the canal.
The afternoon was spend walking around Casco Viejo. Casco Viejo is the second city in a way. The original Panama city was attacked by pirates (Panama Viejo that we saw in the morning). After the attack the Spanish moved the city to a different location that offered better protection. Many of the students loved this part of the day because of the cultural experiences. We saw a small little soccer game, a student band performing as practice for their trip to NYC, and a local festival/concert.
Dinner was pizza! And then we made our way to the hotel for some swimming before bed. Tomorrow we spend the day on the Caribbean Sea.
We love all the comments keep them coming.
Mr. T
PS. I made a big travel mistake and forgot my camera battery charger. I hope to find a new one, but in the mean time I am taking few pictures to conserve my battery. : (
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Parent (Sunday, 18 March 2018 22:08)
Why are the pictures so blurry?
The Swishes (Sunday, 18 March 2018 22:29)
Mr. T See if Jacks charger will work with your camera. I know he brought it because I packed it ;)
Beth, Scott & Clara Huffman (Sunday, 18 March 2018 23:00)
May your travels be merry,
May the sun shine bright.
There's a blizzard at home,
The snow is so white!
Apollo and Nike
miss having you here,
But they can't read maps,
And assume you are near.
We hope you aren't embarrassed,
Or red in the face.
We look forward to your updates,
And seeing you in cyberspace.
Have fun on Day 3 Otto!!
jennie olson (greta’s Mom) (Sunday, 18 March 2018 23:04)
I was told no hugs and kisses on the blog but I can’t help myself! Your trip sounds AmAZiNg!!! I love the pics too! Greta may have a charger for a Canon too- Love to Mini!!! Xoxo
Tina Spiliotis (Sunday, 18 March 2018 23:09)
Sounds like a great trip so far! I’m amazed at how much you have seen already. Enjoy the beach tomorrow, we are having a lot of snow right now in Colorado. Can’t wait to see more pictures tomorrow night.
Alex Hickson (Sunday, 18 March 2018 23:16)
Awe good ol' captain Sir Henry Morgan, yea he wasn't very nice.
Great pictures keep them coming.
Mr. T sorry to hear about your battery charger, but you need to find one so we can enjoy all the cool pics.
To all of our young travelers be safe and be smart and of course have fun!
To all of our chaperones and Mr. John THANK YOU for looking after our kids!!
Marcy Covard (Sunday, 18 March 2018 23:40)
Marina - your day sounded amazing. I'm glad you got to see the Panama ruins!!! We have lots of snow here - about 6 inches so far. Can't wait to hear about your day tomorrow!.
Spencer Lundgaard (Sunday, 18 March 2018 23:44)
Kelsey, your hair is so curly. It looks like you got hit by lightning. Love it my dear. We miss you and your singing Of uptown funk. Live you and keep the posts coming. Dad.
Monica Aden (Monday, 19 March 2018 00:33)
Yay pizza and swimming! :P
Sounds like a great day. Keep those pics coming!!
Rich (Monday, 19 March 2018 01:44)
Well you got Skyler to watch a soccer game that in it self is amazing!!! In one of the pictures there are strings/ropes hanging down with something on them what was on the end? Looks like everyone's having an awesome time keep enjoying this experience!!!
Chantel Foster (Monday, 19 March 2018 07:51)
WOW what an action packed day 2 and lots of learning too! Sounds like Gabe is the perfect tour guide! Can’t wait to hear about the snorkeling. Bear hugs to Kayla!
Carla and Ron Johnson (Monday, 19 March 2018 08:43)
What a fabulous experience!! Enjoy every moment. We love seeing the pictures and hearing the new adventures every day.
Seamus and Karen Biffinger (Monday, 19 March 2018 08:46)
I had no clue there was so much pirate history. Can’t wait to hear about it. Thanks for the pictures and for taking the time to blog-it’s so much appreciated. I hope you guys continue to have an amazing time.
Stacey Jamieson (Monday, 19 March 2018 14:21)
Avast ye Landlubbers...
Sounds like a wonderful trip so far. The pictures are fantastic and what’s more fun than learning about pirates? Maybe going snorkeling. I can’t wait to see those pictures.
Tyler-Hope you got the eye drops.
Christine Schulz (Monday, 19 March 2018 16:23)
Sam - I know you are majorly bummed you missed out on helping your brother shovel 6 inches of snow from the driveway this morning, but I bet you'd really like to have an ice cold snowball to hold against your neck and cool you off amidst the hot temps of Panama. ; ) Keep the terrific pics coming and we can't wait to hear about snorkeling today!
Ron Johnson (Monday, 19 March 2018 19:41)
Abby - these pics are making me envious! Sending hugs your way...dad.