Enjoy the Eastern Caribbean

A 7-Night Cruise
Hosted by Becky Roberts and Tim Poley

Sail from Ft. Lauderdale
on the Holland America's ms Nieuw Amsterdam.
Jan 23 - 30, 2011

Visit Half Moon Cay, St. Maarten, San Juan, P.R. and Turks and Caicos.

Holland America
Day 0
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Ft. Lauderdale
Once the epicenter of Spring Break, today Ft. Lauderdale is a year-round destination where culture and cuisine are in ample supply. Beautiful beaches, sunshine, coastline, nightclubs and superb restaurants. Walk along the historic Riverwalk and shop the luxurious stores and enjoy the restaurants on Las Olas Blvd. or Himmarshee in downtown. Try an air boat excursion to the Everglades.
Day 1
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
Half Moon Cay
Land on Holland America's pristine private island that offers you everything for a day of play in a 2-mile crescent beach, an interior lagoon plus private beachside cabanas with butler service. All types of watersports and activities are available, including a children's aqua park aand a buoyed personal watercraft course. Horseback riding, deep-sea fishing and stingray adventures are available.
Day 2
Day at Sea
Day 3
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
St. Maarten
Phillipsburg, on the Dutch side, has many great duty free shops along it's old streets. Participate in one of the many water sports or simply sip a rum punch by the beach. A short taxi ride takes you to the French side with it's great French restaurants, bristos, boulangeries, boutiques and beaches. Grand Case is great for snorkelers, Oriental Bay beach is clothing optional while Simpson Bay beach is very scenic.
Day 4
San Juan, P.R.
San Juan, P. R.
You can explore the cobbled streets of Old San Juan and the centuries old El Morro Fortress that guards the city. Take a tour of a local rum distillery or shop for handcrafted art. In the evening, glittering nightclubs present flamenco shows and the casinos along the Condado come alive. Shore excursion include beautiful waling and garden tours. Try the El Yunque Rain Forest Drive for a real adventure.
Day 5
Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos
T&C sights
Alhough many activities are available in Turks and Caicos, you can just take the day off and enjoy the pristine beaches, the best in the Caribbean. Para-sailing is available together with Scuba diving and snorkeling to see the sea life beneath the surface. You can take a cruise from Grand Turk to Providentiales and enjoy the view, the sun and the many resorts and restaurants along the beach. Try Vix for food.
Day 6
Day at Sea
Day 7
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Photos and text courtesy of Holland America and Tan-S Designs.

Nieuw Amsterdam - the Pride of Holland America
New Amsterdam
New Amsterdam Atrium
Inside Cabin
Ocean View Cabin
Veranda Suite
Inside Cabin
Ocean View
Veranda Suite
Photos Courtesy of Holland America Cruise Lines.

Nieuw Amsterdam Schedule
 
Cruise Map
 
Day
Port
Arrive
Depart
SUN, Jan23
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
..
5:00pm.
MON.
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
8:00 amm.
3:00 pm
TUE.
Fun Day at Sea
WED.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
10:00 am
8:00 pm
THU.
San Juan, P. R.
7:00 am
4:00 pm
FRI.
Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos
11:00 am
7:00 pm
SAT.
Fun Day at Sea
.
.
SUN, Jan30
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
7:00 am


- PRICES -

Accomodations
Price
Deposit
Inside Cabin
$1475.80
$500.
Ocean View
$1625.80
$500.
Veranda Suite
$1765.80
$500.
Extra Night in Ft. Lauderdale
$119.03
Accomodations include airfare and are based on per person occupancy.

Reserve by Sep 9 and Get an Early Booking Special!
A $450. coupon book and dinner for 2 at the Pinnacle Grill.

Phone Becky Roberts for the details and special situations for Holland America Caribbean Cruise - 585.388.1010.

U. S. PASSPORTS MUST BE VALID FOR 6 MO. PAST RETURN DATE!

Becky Roberts or your bRoberts Travel agent will work with you on your reservation.

Ask about travel insurance --- Always a Good Idea!!

bRoberts Travel

Copyright 2010
bRoberts Travel
All rights reserved.