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Maasdam
11 Night Southern Caribbean 3
Fort Lauderdale Return

Ship: Maasdam
Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Departures:  10 December 2012
Duration: 11 Nights
Ports: Fort Lauderdale, Philipsburg, St Maarten, Basseterre, St Kitts, Kingstown, St. Vincent, Bridgetown, Fort-de-France, Frederiksted, St Croix, Half Moon Cay, Fort Lauderdale
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Fort Lauderdale
Airport gateway (Departure) : Fort Lauderdale

Itinerary

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Fort Lauderdale

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 begin or end a cruise.

Country - USA
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Fort Lauderdale Beach, Old Town, Las Olas Blvd

Philipsburg

This island is so beautiful that two nations decided to share it – the Dutch to the North and the French to the South. Both have coexisted for over 350 years, the longest of any two bordering nations. Whether you choose to stay in Dutch Phillipsburg or head for the French capital of Marigot, you’ll enjoy the cultural flavors, beautiful beaches and excellent shopping everywhere.

Country - Netherlands Antilles
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency -  Netherlands Antillen guilder (ANG)

Places of Interest
Philipsburg, Marigot, Grand Case

Basseterre

A tropical climate tempered by Caribbean breezes prevails on St Kitts and her sister island, Nevis. From Basseterre, it's easy to explore old sugar plantations and Brimstone Fortress—the Gibraltar of the West Indies. Snorkeling and an ATV ride on the slopes of Mount Liamuiga are available for the more adventurous.

Country - St Kitts-Nevis
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - East Carribean Dollar (XCD)

Places of Interest
Turtle Beach, natural wildlife

Bridgetown

The charming island of Barbados, with its capital Bridgetown retains a distinctive British Flavor. Sprawling plantations with beautiful mansions, towering lighthouses and historic towns take you back in time. Along the coast, pristine waters invite you to go snorkeling or scuba diving or relax on soft sands with a local specialty in hand.

Country - Barbados
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 13kms
Currency - Bardados Dollar (BBD)

Places of Interest
Harrisons Cave, Turtle Bay, Andromeda Gardens

Fort-de-France

Wander around the historic capital city of Fort-de-France and into the Schoelcher Library, a Romanesque-Byzantine masterpiece built over 100 years ago in Paris and shipped to the island, mosaic by mosaic. Stroll well manicured gardens or take a tour along the Caribbean coast to St-Pierre, the "Paris of the West Indies" until 1902 when Mont Pelée Volcano erupted and turned it into a New World Pompeii.

Country - Martinique
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 9kms
Currency - French Franc (FRF)

Places of Interest
La Savane Gardens, Jardin De Balata, Fort De France

Frederiksted

Frederiksted, named after Frederick V of Denmark, is the home of Fort Frederik, previously built to protect the town from pirate attacks. It also has an interesting history of a large-scale revolt resulting in the destruction of the town by slaves in October 1878 which has seen been rebuilt, though remnants of the revolt this remains.

Country - US Virgin Islands
Distance from port to City - <1km
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - United States Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Fort Frederik, Fort Frederik beach, Market Square, Old Customs House

 

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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

Maasdam

The ms Maasdam is the fifth ship in Holland America Line's more than 130-year history to bear the name. Featuring an interior motif that pays homage to the historical Dutch East and West India companies of the 17th through 19th centuries, the centerpiece of this elegant ship features Luciano Vistosi's "Totem," a monumental sculpture using nearly 2,000 glimmering pieces of glass, prominently displayed in a soaring three-story atrium. She exudes a warm, elegant feel throughout by combining rich, polished woods and more than $2 million antiques and art collection. In Spring 2006 the ms Maasdam will have completed all Signature of Excellence enhancements to her public rooms

Dining

  • Rotterdam Dining Room
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Lido Restaurant
Entertainment

  • Rembrandt Lounge
  • Casino
  • Half Moon
  • Hudson Room
  • Queens Room
  • Wanjang Theatre & Culinary Arts Centre
  • Ocean Bar
  • Explorer's Lounge
  • Dolphin's Bar
  • Crow's Nest
  • Piano Bar
Onboard Activities

  • Lido Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Tennis Court
  • Basketball Court
  • Health Spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Internet
  • Jacuzzis

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
  55,451 Tonnes
Star Rating
  5 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Large/Luxury
Entered Service   Jan 1993
Registry   The Netherlands
Former Name   N/A
Length   219.30 metres
Beam   30.80 metres
Draft   7.5 Metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel-electric (34,560kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   22
Passenger Capacity (twin)
  1,258
Crew   557
Nationality of Officers   Dutch
Nationality of Crew   International
Total Cabins   632
Total Inside cabins   131
Total Outside cabins   502
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   150
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   6
Passenger Decks   10
Cabin Electricity
  110v and 220v
Elevators   8
Self-Service Laundry
  Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)   US Dollar

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