Lisbon to Rio De Janeiro,
A Three-Continent Tour
Join
your host Becky Roberts on this epic journey.
Sail
on Holland-American's ms Rotterdam (HAL)
November
3 - 20, 2005
Enjoy
mystical tours and local shopping adventures in Lisbon,
Casablanca and Marrakech (Morocco), Santa Cruz de Tenerife,
the Canary Islands (Spain), Dakar (Senegal), Banjul (Gambia), Mindelo,
Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, and Brazil (Recife, Salvador, and Rio de Janeiro).
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Europe,
Africa and South America
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Lisbon
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Morocco
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Africa
& Islands
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Brazil
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Rabat
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Canary
Islands
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Rio
de Janeiro
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for
more photos!
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Marrakech
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Senegal
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Recife
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Casablanca
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Gambia
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Salvador
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Mindelo
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Ports
of Call
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Banjul,
Gambia
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Casablanca,
Morocco
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| One of Africa's smallest capital cities, Banjul is situated on an island at the mouth of a river. Colorful, lively Albert Market is Banjul at its best. Shore excursions include Abuko Nature Reserve and Ganbia Camel Safari. | A city made famous by Bergman and Bogart, Casablanca's highlights include the Royal Palace and a lively central market.Shore excursions include Magical Marrakech and the Imperial City of Rabat. |
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Dakar,
Senegal
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Lisbon,
Portugal
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| Dakar offers one of West Africa's finest museum collections of masks, carvings and traditional dress.Shore excursions include Ile de Gorée and the Pink Lake of Retba. | From here, Megallan, Vasco de Gama, and Columbus set sail to discover the new world. This elegant city offers much to discover and enjoy - including Belem museums that showcase the power of the Portuguese empire. Shore excursions - A Taste of Lisbon by Tram & Coach. |
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Mindelo,
Sao Vicente, Cape Verde
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Recife,
Brazil
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| Enjoy the sights of Mindelo - it's wide streets, cobbled squares, 19C European architecture, and the home of Cesária Evora, the "barefoot diva" with a mellow melodic voice. | Recife is know for the colorful reefs that rim it's beautiful sand beaches. Shore excursions include Recife and Historic Olinda; Igasassa and Itamaraca. |
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Rio
de Janeiro, Brazil
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Salvador,
Brazil
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| The stunning setting and exuberant spirit of Rio is irresistible. Experience it's famed beaches, the rhythmic sounds of the Samba and take a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain. Shore excursions include "A Night Out in Rio" - Dinner and Samba Show, Corcovado and Rio City Tour. | As Brazil's first capital, it's the heart and soul of the country's cultural identity. In Bahiá, Catholic Portuguese traditions meet those of West Africa in a heady mix of feasting and revelry that's non-stop. Shore excursion include Sights and Sounds of Bahiá. |
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Santa
Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
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| The volcanic Canary Islands attrack both sunseekers and nature lovers. Tenerife offers black sand beaches while the capital of Santa Cruz has a colorful market brimming with exotic birds and tropical fruit. | |
| Descriptions and photos courtesy of Holland America Lines. | |
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Rotterdam Schedule
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Day
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Port
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Arrive
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Depart
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Thu. Nov. 3
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Lisbon, Portugal | . | 5:00 pm |
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Fri.
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Casablanca, Morocco | 10:00 am | Midnight |
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Sat.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Sun.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain | 7:00 am | 6:00 pm |
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Mon.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Tue.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Wed.
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Dakar, Senegal | 7:00 am | 6:00 pm |
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Thu.
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Banjul, Gambia | 7:00 am | 6:00 pm |
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Fri.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Sat. Nov. 12
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Mindelo, Sao Vicente, Cape Verde | 7:00 am | 6:00 pm |
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Sun.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Mon.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Tue.
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Crossing the Equator | . | . |
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Wed.
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Recife, Brazil | 7:00 am | 11:00 pm |
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Thu.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Fri.
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Salvador, Brazil | 7:00 am | 6:00 pm |
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Sat.
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"Fun Day at Sea" | . | . |
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Sun. Nov. 20
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 8:00 am | . |
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CABIN
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CATEGORY
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COST
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| Inside |
K
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$1740.04
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| Outside |
E
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$2059.02
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| Outside |
DD
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$2077.88
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| Outside |
D
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$2097.15
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| Outside |
C
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$2135.28
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| Veranda Suite |
B
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$2826.95
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| Veranda Suite |
A
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$2896.24
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Rates
are per person, double occupancy.
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| Transfers (r.t.) | . |
$91.00
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| Taxes + Fees |
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$280.04
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| Note: U.S. Passports are required. Visas are required for Brazil. |
Deposit:
$850. per person (non-refundable)
Final Payment Due: August 4, 2005
Ask
about travel insurance to protect your investment.
Insurance is always strongly recommended.
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SPECIAL
NOTE: Becky
Roberts looks forward to sailing with you on this 17-day journey. bRoberts
Travel.
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2005
bRoberts Travel
and Tan-S Designs
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