San Antonio to Fort Lauderdale: Panama Canal

This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History.

Coquimbo stands on Chile's long coast, around 190 miles north of Valparaiso and Santiago. A jumble of colourful houses on a rocky peninsula, it was established as a port to serve La Serena, and became the main exportation point of copper during the nineteenth century. It still serves La Serena today, as many visitors make the trip to appreciate charming colonial architecture and beautiful beaches.

Arica is a port in northern Chile, only around 12 miles or so from the border with Peru. It is a city dominated by the Morro Arica hill, and fringed with beaches loved by surfers. Nearby desert and lush valleys, a year-round mild climate and the oldest mummies on earth all add to the appeal.You cannot miss the Morro de Arica, a hulking 430-feet-high rock that looms up within the city. Chilean forces seized it from Peru in 1880 in the War of the Pacific, and the Museo Histrico y de Armas, or war museum, tells a little of the story. Standing on the top of the rock is a 36-feet-high statue of Christ of Peace, his arms outstretched, and an emblem of the city.

Callao is a bustling port city near Lima, known for its rich maritime history and vibrant culture. Visit the historic Callao Fortress, explore the colorful streets of the historic district, or relax at the nearby beaches. With its lively atmosphere, rich heritage, and proximity to Lima, Callao offers a unique glimpse into Peru’s coastal life.

Callao is a bustling port city near Lima, known for its rich maritime history and vibrant culture. Visit the historic Callao Fortress, explore the colorful streets of the historic district, or relax at the nearby beaches. With its lively atmosphere, rich heritage, and proximity to Lima, Callao offers a unique glimpse into Peru’s coastal life.

Manta sits almost directly on the equator, around halfway up Ecuador's Pacific shore. The setting was inhabited by at least seven different civilisations before the Spanish conquered the area in 1534. While mostly considered an industrial city today, it has also found fame for its beaches and watersports.

Peppered with classic French and Spanish architecture, you can roam as far as your eyes can see in decadent Fuerte Amador.

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Bright, breezy, and full of Caribbean charm, Oranjestad blends Dutch colonial flair with island fun. Browse colourful boutiques, relax on Eagle Beach, or explore desert landscapes in Arikok National Park. Snorkelling, shipwreck dives, and sunset sails complete the perfect day.

Fort Lauderdale is a city famous for its beautiful beaches, watersports and it's canals and marina. With plenty of choice for shopping and dining, you could also take a stroll around it's historical districts. Relaxing on the golden sands is a popular pastime, but there’s no shortage of alternatives.