Panama Canal & Exotic Caribbean Cruise

Included Features

• Free parking with roundtrip motorcoach transportation to a local airport (will not be offered if group air is from Harrisburg International Airport)
• Roundtrip airfare between local airport and Fort Lauderdale, FL
• One night pre-cruise hotel stay at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Fort Lauderdale, FL (or similar), with breakfast included
• All transfers between the airport, hotel and the pier
• 12 nights aboard the ROTTERDAM®
• All onboard meals and entertainment (specialty restaurants may have nominal fees)
• Onboard Gratuities
• AAA Onboard Cocktail Reception
• Gratuities for guide/transfer driver
• Baggage handling
• Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager

Have It All Program: 

• Signature Beverage Package
• 2 night Specialty Dining
• Wi-Fi Surf Package
• $200 Shore Excursion Credit

Itinerary

Saturday, March 15: Depart for Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transfer by motorcoach from Central PA to a local international airport for a flight to Ft. Lauderdale, FL.  Transfer from the airport to the hotel for your one night pre-cruise stay.  Meet your fellow travelers as you get together for a group dinner.  Hotel: SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Ft Lauderdale, FL (or similar) (Dinner)

Sunday, March 16: Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Embarkation

After breakfast, transfer to the pier to embark on the ship, the Rotterdam® (Breakfast)

Friday, March 28: Ft Lauderdale, FL - Disembarkation

Disembark the ship and transfer 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.

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.
 

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

General Information

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

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).

As travel policies are rapidly changing, final requirements will be communicated prior to departure.  Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.
 

PAYMENT

Deposit of $300 per person/$600 per stateroom will confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by December 2, 2024.

Cancellation Penalties

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

From Dec 18 - 31, 2024          $300 per person/$600 per cabin, plus any additional suppliers' fees

From Jan 1 - 14, 2025             50% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees

From Jan 15 - Feb 13, 2025   75% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees

After Feb 13, 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 airline(s) 30 days prior to departure. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Some flights 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 days of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel agent. 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 onboard

BAGGAGE

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

GRP4025

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