From engineering admirers and history buffs to fans of the utterly unique, the Panama Canal continues to draw travelers from all over the world with its distinguished title as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. From the incredible sensation of moving throughout its famous locks to soaking up the rich history and… read more of “Top Reasons Why A…”
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Lori A. May is a Seattle-based travel writer who recently cruised on Westerdam. This piece was originally published in Jrrny Travel and Seattle Post. If you’re serious about coffee, perhaps you’ve considered visiting the source. On a Panama Canal cruise with Holland America, your cruise itinerary will take you to several places known for producing… read more of “Holland America’s…”
The holiday season is among the most joyous, but can also be one of the most stressful times of year. Between cooking, cleaning, decorating, and hosting family and friends, the holidays can easily become complicated. This year, why not simply relax your way through the holidays? That’s all possible with one of Holland America Line’s… read more of “Celebrate the…”
As arguably the greatest engineering project ever, it’s no wonder a Panama Canal cruise tops the “must-see” list of many world travelers. Dubbed “one of the seven wonders of the modern world” by the American Society of Civil Engineers, most find this marvel reason enough to select one of these cruises. However, a Panama Canal… read more of “Going Beyond the…”
Holland America Line’s Panama Canal cruises take guests on the journey of a lifetime, featuring two oceans and one engineering marvel. The line’s elegant ships pass through flora and fauna both wild and wonderful on itineraries that feature towns both simple and ornate. There are as many reasons to cruise the Panama Canal with Holland… read more of “Five Reasons You…”
A cruise to the Caribbean is a classic experience that never gets old! Where the sun is plentiful, the sand is white and powdery, the ocean is as clear as a swimming pool and vibrant tropical fish are abound, it only makes sense to experience the region on a Holland America Line ship! When cooler… read more of “Cruisers Use…”
Jan. 4-5: I joined the “Amsterdam” again, yesterday, yet another World Cruise beckons, a circumnavigation of the globe; 32,500 nautical miles, 38 ports of call and 113 days.
On October 26th, while in the Port of Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, the Zuiderdam began its donation project of old crew televisions, which are being replaced with new flat screens. With the help of many hands, the Zuiderdam donated 80 televisions, with another offload taking place during the next call at Puerto Limon on November… read more of “Zuiderdam Makes…”