Panama Canal is the canal which connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean. The canal plays a significant role in international trade and commerce. It is an artificial 48-mile waterway located in the North American country of Panama. Many tourists arrive here to see the architectural marvel. The canal has a visitor center called Miraflores Visitor Center from where the canal operations can be watched. Many cruise ships pass through the canal giving the tourists an unique experience. The other countries which can be visited along with Panama are Costa Rica, Guatemala, Belize, Nicaragua and Honduras. The best time to visit the region is from October to April. The length of the cruise should be at least 7 days.