Maasdam 23 Night Amazon & Carnaval Explorer Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro
Ship:
Maasdam Cruise Line:
Holland America Line
Departures:
18 January 2013
Duration:
23 Nights
Ports: Fort Lauderdale, Key West, George Town, Oranjestad, Willemstad, Curacao, Kralendijk, Bonaire, Port of Spain, Scarborough, Devil's Island, Belem, Recife, Maceio, Vitoria, Ilhabela, Rio De Janeiro
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Fort Lauderdale Airport gateway (Departure) : Rio De Janeiro
* 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
George Town
The premier attraction on Grand Cayman is Seven Mile Beach, white as snow, soft as talc. Name your game-snorkeling, swimming, sailing, windsurfing over rippling waves, gliding under them in a passenger submarine or visit the turtle farm. In George Town, retail therapy is value for money with duty-free bargains on crystal, perfume and jewelry fashioned of silver and prized pink coral.
Country - Cayman Islands Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance to Airport - 3kms Currency - Caymanian Dollar (KYD)
Places of Interest Stingray Sandbar, Cayman Turtle Farm, Hell Town
Kralendijk
Country - Bonaire Distance from port to City - Distance to Airport - Currency - Netherlands Antillean Gulden (ANG)
Places of Interest
Port of Spain
Trinidad's capital Port of Spain boasts a laid back atmosphere, beautiful beaches lined with swaying palms, lush rainforests and unspoiled reefs, perfect for diving or snorkeling.
Country - Trinidad and Tobago Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance to Airport - 16kms Currency - Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD)
Places of Interest Magnificent Seven, Asa Wright Nature Centre
Belem
Built on a number of small islands with intersecting channels, Belém is one of the most attractive cities in South America and features numerous public squares and well-paved streets. This port city is also the economic and cultural center of northern Brazil due to its rubber boom, and the gateway to Marajó Island and the beautiful beaches in Pará, such as Algodoal and Ajuruteua.
Country - Brazil Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 6kms Currency - Real (BRL)
Places of Interest Forte do Castelo, Teatro da Paz, Ver O Peso Market
Recife
Formerly known as Pernambuco, Recife was renamed for the great coral reef that lies off its shores. Due to its numerous waterways and countless bridges, it has also been dubbed the "Venice of Brazil" by visitors and locals alike.
Country - Brazil Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 10kms Currency - Real (BRL)
Places of Interest Olinda, Boa Viagem, Baroque Churches
Ilhabela
Country - Brazil Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance to Airport - 10kms Currency - Brazilian Real (BRL)
Places of Interest
Rio De Janeiro
There can be few more stunning sights than arriving in Brazil’s unofficial capital by sea. Take a people-watching stroll along the golden beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. Ride a cable car high above the city and take in the twin landmarks of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado with its giant statue of Christ the Redeemer. Then seek out unique gifts with a difference as you shop the city streets that seem to ring with the rhythm of a samba.
Country - Brazil Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 20kms Currency - Real (BRL)
Places of Interest Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema
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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.
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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
