Cruise Itinerary for 20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean |
Destination |
Arrival |
Departure |
Montreal |
10/4/2008 |
10/4/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Montréal is truly an experience: old world charm, French joie de vivre and a modern style all its own. Montreal is a stunning city to visit and there is so much to see. Along the St. Lawrence River many people come to take a horse-drawn calèche ride through cobbled streets for romantic moments. Just miles away are the skyscrapers of the city as they tower above the city’s businesses and restaurants. Montreal is the world’s second largest French-speaking City. It's top ten attractions are: The Biosphere, Old Montreal, Biodome de Montreal, Musee d'Art Contemporain, Montreal Botanical Gardens, Chinatown, Notre-Dame Basilica, Insectarium, Cours Mont-Royal, and the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Quebec City |
10/5/2008 7:00:00 AM |
10/5/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Because Quebec City is Canada’s most historic city and the only walled city in North America, it was classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Treasure by. Visitors are greeted by an authentic, profoundly French city. The city features winding, cobbled streets with 17th- and 18th-century stone houses and churches, graceful parks and squares, and many monuments. Great emphasis has been placed on Québec nationalism, and the city has become a symbol of glorious French heritage. Visit the oldest church in Québec, Our Lady of Victory, dating from 1688. See the cellars of Maison des Vins, where Québec Société des Alcools sells more than 1,000 kinds of rare vintage wines in a warehouse dating from 1689. See the exhibits at Civilization Museum. The most striking building is celebrated landmark Château Frontenac. Looming high above St. Lawrence, the turreted building with its slanting, copper roof is an impressive sight. Built to accommodate colonial governors, it is now a hostelry.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/6/2008 |
10/6/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Charlottetown |
10/7/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/7/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Charlottetown, with a population of nearly 40,000, is the island’s capital
and one of Canada’s oldest towns. Established in 1765 by Capt. Samuel Holland,
the settlement was named for Queen Charlotte, wife of King George III of England.
The old part of town offers many historical monuments, including important government
buildings, churches, old mansions and museums, along with parks and gardens.
Outside of Charlottetown, discover miles of farmland, small villages, a scenic
coast and the legacy of Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables,
the feature of Charlottetown’s annual major theater festival.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Sydney (Nova Scotia) |
10/8/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/8/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Sydney is located on Cape Breton Island on the east side of the Sydney River. Sydney has a strong ethnic population. As the only significantly industrialized district in Atlantic Canada, Sydney is the heart of Nova Scotia’s second-largest urban cluster. The city’s central business district impresses with the variety of products and services offered by downtown merchants. The town has become an important gateway to the scenic and historic attractions of Cape Breton Highlands and for cruising on the Bras d’Or Lakes. On the city outskirts is Fortress Louisbourg National Park, presenting Canada’s largest historical reconstruction. Here visitors can enjoy a town perfectly restored to its 1740 appearance. A walk on the half-mile Boardwalk promenade in the heart of downtown provides a panoramic view of the harbor. Apart from Louisbourg Fortress, the town also features a railway museum at the Sydney and Louisbourg Historical Society and the Atlantic Statiquarium, a marine museum devoted largely to underwater treasure.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Halifax (Nova Scotia) |
10/9/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/9/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Halifax is Atlantic Canada’s center of business, research and education. Strong emphasis is placed on cultural diversity, historic restorations and the preservation of heritage and culture. The Halifax Citadel Fortress dominates downtown Halifax. Take a stroll along the waterfront past restored buildings and warehouses of Historic Properties, or a walk in delightful Public Gardens, the oldest Victorian gardens in North America. Halifax’s sister city of Dartmouth lies on the opposite shore and is reached via the oldest saltwater ferry in North America. The spectacular view of Halifax harbor makes the trip worthwhile. Housed in former Dominion Building, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia features Nova Scotia folk art and maritime artists. A two-hour walk will easily show you the major highlights of historic and scenic Halifax. Visit Historic Properties, St. Paul’s Church and Province House, the latter two being the oldest buildings in the city. Granite Springs is rated one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in Atlantic Canada.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Bar Harbor |
10/10/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/10/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Drawn by the pines, granite shores, fresh lobster and stunning views from Cadillac Mountain, captains of industry once kept summer homes here. The charming little town, and all the rest, remain. And the rocky boulder beaches on its shoreline are now Acadia National Park, a preserved expanse of vintage Down East scenery.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/11/2008 |
10/11/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/12/2008 |
10/12/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/13/2008 |
10/13/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Ft. Lauderdale |
10/14/2008 7:00:00 AM |
10/14/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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Originally a fort built by the U.S. Army in 1838, during the Second Seminole War, Ft. Lauderdale has little left of its warlike past. Instead the city welcomes visitors with broad beaches and an easy pace of life, plus convenient air and water connections that make the city a perfect place to visit.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/15/2008 |
10/15/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/16/2008 |
10/16/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
St. Maarten |
10/17/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/17/2008 4:00:00 PM |
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The island of St. Martin is divided between French St. Martin in the north and Dutch St. Maarten in the south. Although the cultural flow transcends any borders, each side manages to retain its own distinct flavor. This 37-square-mile island promises beautiful vistas, first-rate water sports and stunning beaches. Philipsburg is the capital of Dutch St. Maarten. Its two main streets, Frontstreet and Backstreet, are bustling thoroughfares lined with shops and restaurants.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Castries, St. Lucia |
10/18/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/18/2008 3:00:00 PM |
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Castries is the capital of St Lucia, an independent Windward Island in the southeastern Caribbean Sea. What Castries may lack in sophistication it more than compensates for in its colourful Creole mood. Wander amid the lively street market with its fresh fruit, pottery and baskets. Then explore this most scenic of Caribbean islands, whose green mountains are draped in lush vegetation, and whose landmarks include the twin peaks of the Pitons rising sheer from the sea, the steaming sulphur springs of the 'drive-in' La Soufriere volcano and its unspoiled golden beaches. Further sights are to be seen at Diamond Falls and Mineral Baths where visitors can walk the gardens and take a dip in the pool under the waterfalls.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Soufriere, St Lucia |
10/18/2008 4:30:00 PM |
10/18/2008 5:30:00 PM |
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Soufriere is a town and port on the east coast of St Lucia. Mountainous St Lucia's tapestry of lush hillslopes and plantation-filled valleys lend an exotic backdrop to the brightly-painted buildings of this small fishing community dominated by one of the Caribbean's most photographed landmarks, the volcanic coneshaped peaks of the Pitons rearing vertically skywards from the sea. Explore the steaming crater of what is billed as the world's only 'drive-in' volcano and test Soufriere's hot sulphur baths amid the rainforest. Further sights are to be seen at Diamond Falls and Mineral Baths where you can walk the gardens and take a dip in the pool under the waterfalls - and don’t forget those unspoiled golden beaches.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Bridgetown, Barbados |
10/19/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/19/2008 5:00:00 PM |
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The island’s capital, Bridgetown, is one of the Caribbean's major free ports, bustling with activity. Trafalgar Square features the monument to Horatio Nelson. Facing the square are handsome structures of the House of Assembly and the Legislative buildings. George Washington worshipped at St. Michael’s Cathedral during the only trip he made outside of the United States. Housed in former British military prison buildings, the Barbados Museum is divided into various galleries that feature exhibits depicting the history of Barbados from the pre-Columbian period to modern times.
Built in 1816, Gun Hill Signal Station is the finest of several signal stations on the island. The white limestone lion behind the garrison is a well-known landmark. Barbados boasts excellent golf courses. A wide range of watersports is available at hotels and special watersports centers.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Fort de France |
10/20/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/20/2008 2:00:00 PM |
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Set in a large bay on the leeward side of the island looking out onto the Caribbean sea, Fort de France became the capital of Martinique when St Pierre was wiped out by the eruption of the volcano Montagne Pelée in 1902.
The town has mushroomed from less than 10,000 inhabitants at the time of the eruption to its current level of nearly 100,000 people. The historical centre grew around the strategic point of the Fort Saint Louis, which was first established in 1638. There are numerous cultural and historical places of interest in Fort-de-France, as well as a wide choice of quality shops, restaurants, cafes and bars, selling French and Creole products. English is widely spoken and understood, and US Dollars are accepted in most outlets.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Tortola (Roadtown) |
10/21/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/21/2008 4:00:00 PM |
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Tortola became notorious as the haunt of buccaneers; nearby Norman Island is said to have provided the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. Approximately 80 percent of the population live on Tortola, the largest island in the archipelago. The capital, Road Town, is the administrative and business center of the B.V.I. Its Main Street features typical island-style buildings. Banks, government offices and a small craft village are built on filled land, named Wickhams Cay. While scenic and rugged Tortola offers a number of attractions, the main focus are the beautiful waters surrounding the island. They attract a large number of sailing vessels throughout the year. The annual Spring Regatta is held in Sir Francis Drake Channel, considered one of the best sailing venues in the world. Visitors keen on watersports and swimming will find beautiful white sand beaches and clean, warm waters.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
At Sea |
10/22/2008 |
10/22/2008 |
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Every day at sea is packed with activities...from deck games to entertainment. Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Exercise. Shop at onboard boutiques. Take a dip in the pool. The day is yours. Indulge!
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Half Moon Cay |
10/23/2008 8:00:00 AM |
10/23/2008 3:00:00 PM |
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Half Moon Cay is a private island in the Bahamas. Have you ever peered through water so clear? Sipped a tropical cooler in the shade of a palm tree? This private paradise has been designated a Wild Bird Reserve by Bahamian National Trust. When was the last time you whiled away the day on a private Caribbean island? Here's your chance. The island is yours to sun, swim, and sail. Here is a sample of activities: banana boat rides, deep sea fishing, glass bottom boats, parasailing, tropical kayak adventures, certified scuba diving, beach parties, treasure hunts and ice cream, paddle boats, sailboats, and hobie cats.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
Ft. Lauderdale |
10/24/2008 7:00:00 AM |
10/24/2008 |
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Originally a fort built by the U.S. Army in 1838, during the Second Seminole War, Ft. Lauderdale has little left of its warlike past. Instead the city welcomes visitors with broad beaches and an easy pace of life, plus convenient air and water connections that make the city a perfect place to visit.
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20-night Atlantic Coast and Wayfarer Cruise Eastern Caribbean Cheap Cruise aboard the Holland America Maasdam |
