Here are more of your favorite shore excursion photos in response to our request on Facebook and Twitter! Keep them coming! On our last cruise we took a tour of St. Thomas that included a stop at Megan’s Bay for a couple hours. Before we got there, we stopped and took some pictures overlooking the…   read more of “Shore Excursion…”

The Filipino crew of the Nieuw Amsterdam might be busy getting ready for the launch of the newest addition to the fleet; however, the new build preparation did not deter them from making time for a wonderful part of Philippine history, which was the commemoration of their independence. The Filipino Community celebrated their 112 years…   read more of “Filipino…”

The Glory Hole Shelter and Soup Kitchen is located in the center of Juneau, Alaska. For the past 28 years or so, the Glory Hole has provided food, shelter, and other necessities, as well as opportunities and enrichment to the homeless population of Juneau as well as to others in need. It is a place…   read more of “Statendam Makes…”

In August 2010, Westerdam and Eurodam will call at South Queensferry and guests will have the opportunity to experience Scotland’s renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, an annual parade showcasing great music, dance and marching bands with performances by the British Armed Forces, International military bands and performers from all over the world. The highlight of…   read more of “HAL’s Royal…”

Reason to Sail #11: Pamper yourself with the Elemis amenities in your stateroom.

Rob Matthew is Nieuw Amsterdam’s 3rd engineer.

Guest Kim Malone recently sailed aboard Ryndam and sent us these pictures from her vacation.

The Queen’s Lounge — which also serves as the Culinary Arts Center — is almost ready! Mary Moore is a blog contributor based at the yard.