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Amsterdam
7 Night Alaskan Explorer 2
Seattle Return

Ship: Amsterdam
Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Departures:  25 May 2012
Duration: 7 Nights
Ports: Seattle, Tracy Arm, Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, Victoria, Seattle
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Seattle
Airport gateway (Departure) : Seattle

Itinerary

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Ports

Seattle

The "Emerald City" of Seattle lies on the shores of Elliott Bay, flanked by two rugged mountain ranges. To the east are the Cascades, while the Olympic Range lies to the west. Towering in the distance is the 14,400-foot peak of Mount Rainier, the tallest volcanic peak in the lower 48.

Country - USA
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 20kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Mount Rainier, Seattle Art Museum, Space Needle

Juneau

Perched on a thin strip of land at the mouth of Gold Creek, Juneau is arguably one of America's most beautiful state capitals, with the looming summits of Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts providing a gorgeous backdrop.

Country - USA (Alaska)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Admiralty Island, Mendenhall Glacier, Mt. Roberts Tramway

Sitka

Resting between snowcapped mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Sitka is easily one of the most beautiful seaside towns in Alaska, and has a unique blend of Russian history and Tlingit culture. It's also the biggest town in Alaska, encircling 4,710 square miles on Baranof Island

Country - USA (Alaska)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 75kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Castle Hill, Sitka National Historic Park

Ketchikan

This southern-most Alaskan port city is known as Alaska's First City because it was the first major community travelers came to heading north. Founded as a fishing camp, Ketchikan is built on steep hillsides and is billed as the salmon capital of the world. A quaint village, the town is just three miles long and three blocks wide.

Country - USA (Alaska)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 2kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Totem Bight State Historical Park, Creek Street Boardwalk, Misty Fjords National Monument

Victoria

Victoria, British Columbia is always in season! Victoria has the mildest climate in Canada, and  is a place so green all year that flowers fall out of the sky and even the lamp posts bloom. It is no wonder that it is called The Garden City! The wild beauty of the Pacific coast and the adventure of the great outdoors are within the city limits and ocean and mountain vistas will follow you wherever you go.

Country - Canada
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 31kms
Currency - Canadian Dollar (CAD)

Places of Interest
Victoria Harbour, IMAX Theatre, Saanich Peninsula Wineries, Butchart Gardens

 

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Cruise line info

Holland America Line

Holland America Line

With more than 130 years of experience, Holland America Line is recognised as the undisputed leader in the cruise industry's premium segment. With the introduction of the 1,918-passenger ms Noordam in early 2006, Holland America Line's fleet grows to 13 ships, offering nearly 500 cruises from more than 25 home ports. Itineraries range from two to 108 days and visit all seven continents, including new Australia/New Zealand and Asia sailings, a world cruise and popular sailings to several ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico and Europe. The ms Noordam also will offer Caribbean sailings in the winter from new homeport New York City.

Holland America Line's $225 million, fleetwide Signature of Excellence enhancements feature new programs and amenities including the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine - a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts will provide cooking demonstrations and classes - Explorations Café powered by the New York Times, teens-only activity areas and all new cabin amenities highlighted by flat-panel TVs and plush-top Mariner's Dream Beds.

 

Ship info

Amsterdam

Built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy, the flagship ms Amsterdam sets the standard for our fleet of five-star cruise ships. As the third ship bearing the name of the Dutch capital in the line's more than 130-year history, the ms Amsterdam blends the very latest in shipbuilding technology with the artistry, personalized touches, and superior service that has made Holland America Line one of the highest-rated cruise lines in the world. Traveling aboard her is world-class cruising at its finest.

Dining

  • La Fontane Dining Room
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Lido Restaurant
Entertainment

  • Queen's Lounge
  • Wajang Theatre & Culinary Arts Centre
  • Explorer's Lounge
  • Exploration's Cafe
  • Amstel Cafe
  • Sport's Bar
  • Casino
  • Puzzle Corner
  • Crow's Nest
  • Hudson Room
  • Movie Theatre
Onboard Activities

  • Lido Pool
  • Outside Pool
  • Health Spa
  • Internet Centre
  • Beauty Salon
  • Tennis Court
  • Basketball Court
  • Video Arcade

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
  61,000 Tonnes
Star Rating
  5 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Large/Luxury
Entered Service   Oct 2000
Registry   The Netherlands
Former Name   N/A
Length   238 metres
Beam   32.25 metres
Draft   7.8 Metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel-electric (37,500kW)/2 pods
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   22.5
Passenger Capacity (twin)
  1,380
Crew   600
Nationality of Officers   Dutch
Nationality of Crew   Filipino/Indonesian
Total Cabins   690
Total Inside cabins   133
Total Outside cabins   557
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   172
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   20
Passenger Decks   12
Cabin Electricity
  110v and 220v
Elevators   12
Self-Service Laundry
  Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)   US Dollar

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