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Veendam
18 Night South America
Boston to Valparaiso (Santiago)

Ship: Veendam
Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Departures:  20 October 2012
Duration: 18 Nights
Ports: Boston, Port Canaveral, Fort Lauderdale, San Blas Islands, Manta, Salaverry, Callao, Lima, Coquimbo, La Serena, Valparaiso, Santiago
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Boston
Airport gateway (Departure) : Santiago

Itinerary

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

 

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Ports

Boston

The cradle of American history, Boston rests on its glorious historic laurels—Trinity Church, Old Ironsides, the Freedom Trail and Faneuil Hall—yet is thrust into the next millennium as a high-tech hub of the computer industry.

Country - USA
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 6kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Trinity Church, Salem

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

San Blas Islands

The San Blas Islands offer excellent white sand beaches and clear waters on every island. They are located just a few miles off the Caribbean coast of Panama. These islands are home to thye rich history of the Kuna Indians that inhabit them still living as they did hundreds of years ago.

Country - Panama
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - N/A
Currency - Balboa (PAB), US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Reef, Beaches, Kuna Indian Communities

Manta

A commercial centre – the second largest port after Guayaquil – and a thriving holiday centre, Manta and its people are drawn to the shore and its curving Malecón, the promenade that lines the bay. All of life is here – restaurants, bars and their music spill out, with revellers splitting their time between these and favourite beaches like El Murciélago. Don’t miss the chance to learn about the many talents of the locals and their ancestors – not least of which is the Panama hat that originated in nearby Montecristi.

Country - Ecuador
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 240kms
Currency - US Dollar (USD)

Places of Interest
Montecristi

Salaverry

This is our gateway to the treasures of northern Peru. Named after the Spanish city where conquistador Francisco Pizarro was born, Trujillo's stately mansions and decorated balconies date back as far as 1534. This is the Moche Valley, home to the extraordinary adobe citadels built a thousand years earlier by the Chimus and Mochicas. Most remarkable of all is Chan-Chan. Capital of the Kingdom of the Great Chimu and the largest city in South America to be built of mud, it once covered an area of over 12 square miles.

Country - Salaverry
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Nuevo Sol (PEN)

Places of Interest
Chan-Chan, Trujillo

Callao

Located on the fringe of Peru's fascinating capital, Lima. The city features many fine landmarks, not least of which is the Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll appreciate its mix of colonial mansions, Moorish balconies, palaces and churches. Don’t miss a visit to the Gold Museum, brimming with resplendent Inca exhibits.

Country -  Peru
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Nuevo Sol (PEN)

Places of Interest
Gold Museum, Pachacamac Ruins, Nazca Drawings

Lima

Peru's fascinating capital features many fine landmarks, not least of which is the Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll appreciate its mix of colonial mansions, Moorish balconies, palaces and churches. Don’t miss a visit to the Gold Museum, brimming with resplendent Inca exhibits.

Country - Peru
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Nuevo Sol (PEN)

Places of Interest
Gold Museum, Pachacamac Ruins, Nazca Drawings

Coquimbo

La Serena (Coquimbo), Chile

If you're looking to steal a few tranquil moments, what better place than La Serena, The Serene One. Its nearby pristine beaches come with powdery white sand and warm water. And Chile's second-oldest city also offers quite a collection of cultural delights. Be sure to take in the stunning colonial architecture around the Plaza de Armas, go stargazing at the Mamalluca Observatory, and sample the region's mouth-watering seafood.

La Serena

Located in the Coquimbo region of Chile, La Serena is a charming port city that boasts some beautiful neo-colonial buildings and a graceful cathedral built in 1844. Located in the transition zone between Chile's austere Atacama Desert and its central valley, La Serena has become a popular holiday resort town.

Country - Chile
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Chilean Peso (CLP)

Places of Interest
Elqui Valley, La Recova, Enchantment Valley

Valparaiso

Set around a magnificent harbor and against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains, Valparaiso is the capital of the Valparaiso Region, Chile’s principal port, and a delightful city to explore. Stroll its cobbled streets and quiet plazas, or head to Muelle Prat, a lively market. Just an hour inland is Santiago de Chile, founded in 1541 by the Conquistadors, and an impressive city of Spanish Colonial styles and old world, European architecture.

Santiago is the economic and cultural hub of the country, occupying a spectacular basin at the foot of the highest peaks of the Andes. Linger on leafy squares, visit the Palacio de la Moneda, see the pre-Colombian art museum and soak up the colorful street life of lively markets or the more sophisticated districts of Providencia and Las Condes.

Country - Chile
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 95kms
Currency - Chilean Peso (CLP)

Places of Interest
Cerro Polanco Funicular, Vina Del Mar, Concha y Toro Winery

 

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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

Veendam

For luxury on the high seas and stops in fascinating ports of call, the ms Veendam is a ship you don't want to miss. Elegant dining rooms with wide vistas of the seas, a broad sweeping staircase, wide teak decks for strolling and spacious staterooms (149 of which feature private verandahs) all lend the ms Veendam an air of elegance, providing our guests with the best cruise experience.

Dining

  • Rotterdam Dining Room
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Lido Restaurant
Entertainment

  • Rubens 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   May 1996
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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