7NT Tropical Paradise Cruise

Included Features

• Free parking with roundtrip motorcoach transfers to and from a local airport (will not be offered if group air is from Harrisburg International Airport)
• Roundtrip airfare to Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• Roundtrip airport/hotel/pier transfers
• One night pre-cruise hotel accommodation in Fort Lauderdale, FL. with breakfast included
• Seven nights aboard Holland America's NIEUW STATENDAM®
• All onboard meals and entertainment (specialty restaurants may have nominal fees)
• AAA Onboard cocktail reception
• $25 Onboard credit (1st and 2nd guest in stateroom)
• Prepaid onboard gratuities
• Baggage handling (1 bag per person)
• Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager

*Holland America's Have It All Package

• $100 Shore Excursion Credit
• Signature Beverage Package
• 1 Night Specialty Dining
• Wi-Fi Surf Package

Highlights

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas is unlike any other. Uncrowded and unspoiled, with blue-crystal clear water, it combines the unparalleled natural beauty of a protected preserve with access to a wide range of amenities and activities. With miles of pristine, white-sand beaches, guests can stay busy all day or simply relax in tranquil solitude.

Fun Things to Do:

• Enjoy a horseback riding experience of a lifetime. Ride along trails up to the highest point on the island for panoramic views of Half Moon Cay, then ride back down to the corral where you’ll ride your horse through the ocean.
• Partake in a wide range of activities including snorkeling, bike rides, historic nature walks, a glass-bottomed boat tour, and more.
• Relax and soak up the sun on the white sand beaches.

*A tender is required to go ashore at Half Moon Cay. Wheelchair access will be extremely limited at this port.

Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos

Grand Turk, of the Turks & Caicos Islands, may be small but it’s packed with a scenic punch and historic charm. What Grand Turk delivers is an enchanted island dotted with old windmills, grassy trails and picture perfect beaches. Discover an oasis of green set in aquamarine seas, ringed by a pristine coral reef and the steep wall of the continental shelf.

Fun Things to Do:

• Hop on the Rainbow Calypso Island Tram. Enjoy island sightseeing as you make a complete circle around this 7.5 mile long island filled with history, culture and rustic charm that is unforgettable.
• If the idea of a beach umbrella, a cool drink and a good book gets your pulse racing, you’ll be glad to know that a relaxing day at the beach is always in style. Live the resort life for a day, with a dip in crystal-clear waters, lunch on the sand, or even a nap in the shade.
• Take advantage of the opportunity to discover a whole new world in Grand Turk, exploring local souvenir shops in search of unique items that reflect the island’s past while also celebrating its distinctive flavor.

Amber Cove, Dominican Republic

Amber Cove is a destination you won’t find on most maps. You will find it the getaway to island paradise, Dominican Style. Amber Cove dates back to the 1490's. Puerto Plata was first discovered by Christopher Columbus and was the site of one of the first forts in America, Fuerte de san Felipe. Today, Puerto Plata is a popular beach town, but you can still experience its Spanish colonial past with a walking tour or time spent at local museums and landmarks.

Fun Things to Do:

• Explore Fort San Felipe, originally built to ward off pirates, which today welcomes curious travelers of all kinds.
• Amber Cove is known for its remarkable local amber. The clearest you’ll find anywhere in the world.
• Puerto Plata is a popular beach town, but you can still experience its Spanish colonial past with a walking tour or time spent at local museums and landmarks.

Nassau, Bahamas

Nassau, capital of The Bahamas, is a lowland region located north of Long Island South and south of the Atlantic Ocean.  It is a city known for featuring wondrous and picturesque views, perfect for those who love nature as well as sightseeing.  

Fun Things To Do:

• Enjoy an excursion from Nassau to the idyllic Blue Lagoon Island, where you can swim with dolphins, interact with sea lions and stingrays, or even snorkel among native nurse sharks.
• Cable Beach is the perfect "beach break" day, a Caribbean haven for glimmering waters and postcard-worthy landscapes.
  
   

*Please see your Travel Advisor to reserve your choice of shore excursions.*

Tour Activity Level: 2
This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and cobblestoned streets.

Itinerary

Friday, February 28 - Depart for Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Motorcoach from Central PA to a local airport for a flight to Florida. Transfer from the airport to the hotel for your one-night pre-cruise hotel stay. 

Saturday, March 1 – Embarkation

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the pier to board the NIEUW STATENDAM®.

Saturday, March 8 – Disembarkation

Transfer from the pier to the airport for your flight and transportation back to Central, PA.

Hotel and itinerary are subject to change at any time without notification and/or compensation.

General Information

Travel documents:

A valid government issued photo I.D. (drivers license or passport) is required for airport security. 

U.S. citizens on homeport cruises (cruises that begin and end at the same U.S. port) are currently able to enter or depart the country with a state issued birth certificate with a raised seal and government-issued photo ID. AAA recommends traveling with an original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, and with at least one blank visa page for visa stamp(s).

Payment:

Deposit of $250 per person/$500 per cabin will confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by November 15, 2024.

Cancellation Penalties:

Deposit date to day of departure $25 per person, plus…

From Dec 2 – Dec 8, 2024:                   $250.00 per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
From Dec 9 – Jan 14, 2025:                50% of money paid per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
After Jan 14, 2025:                               NON- REFUNDABLE

*Airfare is non-refundable after final payment

Flight:

Air arrangements are handled by the tour operator. Seat assignments cannot be confirmed until the tour operator releases names to the airlines 30 days prior to departure. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Some flight schedules may contain code share agreements. 

Insurance:

For your protection AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 day of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel advisor. AAA recommends Allianz.

Clothing/Climate:

Average temperatures in the Caribbean for March is in the 80s. Daytime, casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Evenings require casual or semiformal attire, with two formal nights.

Baggage:

One suitcase per person will be allowed. You may also bring a small carry-on bag small enough to fit under your seat. Baggage fees are not included in the price of the trip. Baggage fees and other charges may be directly assessed by the airline or airport.

Travel Assistance:

For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance.

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