Eastern Caribbean & Panama Canal Nieuw Amsterdam 2025-04-06

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Your itinerary

Fort Lauderdale
At Sea
Grand Turk
San Juan
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
At Sea
Half Moon Cay
Fort Lauderdale
At Sea
Grand Turk
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Oranjestad
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Cartagena, Colombia
Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal
Exit Panama Canal Balboa
Cruising Panama Canal
At Sea
Puerto Caldera
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Puerto Vallarta
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Cabo San Lucas
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San Diego, California
Avalon (Catalina Island), California
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Vancouver

Day 1

6th Apr '25

Fort Lauderdale

There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion. More

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Day 2

7th Apr '25

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Day 3

8th Apr '25

Grand Turk

Named for the fez-like scarlet blossoms of the cactus that grows here, Grand Turk is a pristine place of simple pleasures. Float dreamily over vibrant coral reefs, dine on conch fritters, set your watch to “island time.” More

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Day 4

9th Apr '25

San Juan

Massive El Morro Fortress guards Old San Juan, while the benevolent Indian spirit Yuquiyu keeps watch over the entire island from the highest peak in the rain forest. By night there are roulette wheels to spin and fiery flamenco shows to catch. Sample shore excursions: Old San Juan Historic Walking Tour; El Yunque Rain Forest Drive; World Heritage Fortress & Art Museum. More

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Day 5

10th Apr '25

St Thomas, US Virgin Islands

The lovely, European-influenced port of Charlotte Amalie wins the prize for Caribbean shopping thrills. Cameras, jewelry, watches, perfumes are all here. So are beautiful beaches, undersea gardens and tales of Blackbeard. Sample shore excursions: Sea Trekking Helmet Dive & Coral World; Champagne Catamaran Sail & Snorkel to St. John; St. Thomas Ocean Racing; Ultimate Island Experience. More

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Day 6

11th Apr '25

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Day 7

12th Apr '25

Half Moon Cay

The Caribbean is full of tropical wonders and natural beauty. But there’s nothing like Half Moon Cay, our pristine private island paradise in the Bahamas. Cruise to the Bahamas with Holland America Line and discover the most stunning, highest-rated private-island experience in the region, Half Moon Cay. This island has won Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Best Private Island award 17 consecutive years, and was also named the best in Travel Weeklys Readers Choice Awards. As soon as your toes touch that powdery white sand and your eyes settle on the perfect blue-crystal clear water, you’ll understand why this island is one of the most sought out destinations. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, book a Bahamas cruise and explore Half Moon Cays beautiful beaches, exciting cruise excursions, exclusive beach cabanas and more. More

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Day 8

13th Apr '25

Fort Lauderdale

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14th Apr '25

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Day 10

15th Apr '25

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16th Apr '25

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Day 12

17th Apr '25

Oranjestad

Located off the coasts of Venezuela and Colombia, the windswept Dutch island of Aruba feels like another world. When you take a cruise to Aruba, you can relax in the shade of a swaying Divi Divi tree on a pristine beach or explore untamed coastal cliffs in an exotic landscape filled with cacti. Just one day on an Aruba cruise can lead to a lifetime full of stories. More

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18th Apr '25

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Day 14

19th Apr '25

Cartagena, Colombia

Its official name is Cartagena de Indias—or “Cartagena of the Indies”—but call it Cartagena for short. The formal name hints at this Colombian citys colonial relationship with Spain; it was founded in 1533 and named after the mother countrys Cartagena. Colombia declared independence in 1810, but theres plenty about its fifth-largest city that evokes old Spain, including the impressive fort of Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, and the wall that encloses the old town, one of the few intact structures of its kind in the Americas. Both were considered important enough to inscribe on UNESCOs list of World Heritage Sites in 1984. They may be historical artifacts, but the fortress and wall arent merely tourist attractions; they are central to daily life here. Take a stroll and youll see couples sitting atop the wall, locked in passionate embraces; parents watching their children walk it like a balance beam; and friends chatting while enjoying the Caribbean breeze. Along with history, theres cultural and culinary intrigue here, too. This colorful city was a muse of the late Nobel Prize–winning writer Gabriel García Márquez, and is increasingly being recognized outside Colombia for its cuisine, which takes many cues from Caribbean ingredients. (Dont leave without trying the coconut rice.) More

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Day 15

20th Apr '25

Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal

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20th Apr '25

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20th Apr '25

Cruising Panama Canal

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21st Apr '25

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Day 17

22nd Apr '25

Puerto Caldera

One of the stops along the Panama Canal Zone route, Puerto Caldera on Costa Ricas Pacific Coast isnt your ordinary port of call, positioned as it is within easy day-trip distance of the countrys multiple national parks. The town itself is small, but makes for an ideal base from which travelers can venture out to explore the variety of this Central American countrys outdoor attractions and activities. These include snapping photos of gushing waterfalls (and swimming at the base of one, if you bring your swimsuit!), sightseeing near active volcanoes, bird-watching in nature reserves and sanctuaries and horseback riding on Pacific beaches . . . and thats just for starters. Visitors to Puerto Caldera and the surrounding region also enjoy shopping for handicrafts that local artists sell at their cooperatives, as well as sampling traditional Tico cuisine, especially gallo pinto—a combination of rice and beans eaten at any time of the day or night. Puerto Caldera is the perfect reminder that adventure often awaits just around the bend. More

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Day 18

23rd Apr '25

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24th Apr '25

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25th Apr '25

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Day 21

26th Apr '25

Puerto Vallarta

Unique compared to Acapulco, Cancún, Zihuatanejo and several other coastal resort towns in Mexico—many of which were created by the government as planned communities—Puerto Vallarta (“PV” to locals), on the Pacific Ocean, retains quite a bit of its colonial-era charm. Its town square, Plaza de Armas, and the gorgeous parish church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, topped with an ornate crown and overlooking the port, serve as the loveliest representations of bygone ages. While on your Puerto Vallarta cruise, we take you alongside these echoes of the past are more modern attractions, including an ambitious public art project along the seaside walkway (the malecón) and trendy restaurants such as La Leche, serving contemporary Mexican cuisine. Round these out with plenty of fun-in-the-sun outdoor activities on and along Banderas Bay (whale-watching! snorkeling! jet-skiing!), excursions that reveal the best of Puerto Vallartas flora and fauna, and a side trip to one of Mexicos pueblos mágicos (magical towns, a designation conferred by the government to recognize smaller towns that possess historical and cultural value), and youd be hard-pressed to find a more pleasant place to spend part of your cruise to Puerto Vallarta. More

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27th Apr '25

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28th Apr '25

Cabo San Lucas

Los Cabos doesnt exude the same kind of charm as many other areas of inland Mexico do, but its twin towns—San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas—dont seem to mind, and neither do visitors who take a cruise to Cabo, who are more or less drawn here less for traditional Mexican culture than for the sun, the sand and the opportunity to just slow down and relax. Los Cabos—or the Capes—sits at the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula, a narrow strip of land whose varied geography, both above and underwater, makes for plenty of interesting activities and some unusual ones, too. Did you ever think youd ride a camel in Mexico? You can do that here, or enjoy more predictable pursuits including fishing, golfing and whale-watching. Want something still more laid-back? On your Cabo cruise you can visit picture-perfect El Arco, an arch that may look familiar thanks to its cameo on postcards and tourism advertisements. North of the capes, you can drop by the famed Hotel California. And if youve worked up an appetite on your Cabo cruise, you wont be disappointed: Los Cabos offers plenty to enjoy at the table as well, with farm-fresh fruits and vegetables and, of course, seafood being the mainstays here. Regardless, Holland America Line makes sure that our Cabo cruises have plenty of new and traditional things for our guest to enjoy and experience. More

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29th Apr '25

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Day 25

30th Apr '25

San Diego, California

Easygoing San Diego embodies the Southern California surfer town fantasy, with its more than 300 days of sun, mild year-round temperatures and accessible, sporty pastimes and tourist attractions. Cruise to San Diego and hike the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve to get a glimpse of whale migrations, go sailing in the bay and, of course, surf the famous swells of Del Mar, Oceanside and La Jolla (among many other superb spots). Cruise from San Diego and explore the sixth-largest city in the United States. Discover San Diego’s distinctive neighborhoods on a San Diego shore excursion. Visit Old Town, North Park, Point Loma and Coronado are all within a few miles of the port, while the bustling Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy are within walking distance. And while there are lots of things to do for everyone on a San Diego Cruise—from visiting the country’s largest urban park to taking in the famous horse-racing season in Del Mar to riding the charming Old Town Trolley—definitely don’t pass up the chance to investigate San Diego’s quickly growing reputation as a culinary destination. Its inventive new restaurants and huge craft-brewing industry are something to be explored. More

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Day 26

1st May '25

Avalon (Catalina Island), California

Catalina, one of Californias Channel Islands, lies offshore about 40 kilometers (25 miles) southwest of Los Angeles. The islands distinctive landscape—a mix of mountains, canyons, beaches and coves—is mostly undeveloped outside the charming port town of Avalon. Here youll find a beach community with a Mediterranean flair reminiscent of a quieter time, and one that seems far from the traffic and bustle of Los Angeles. Sailboats bob in crystal-clear waters in the crescent-shaped bay, and the main street is lined with boutiques and restaurants in brightly painted bungalows. You can easily explore Avalon in a few hours, as nearly everything is concentrated in a few blocks. That leaves the afternoon for exploring the rest of the island. Purchased in 1919 by William Wrigley, Jr., the chewing-gum magnate, Santa Catalina Island (to use its full name) once served as the spring training ground for the Chicago Cubs baseball team. Today most of the island is owned by the Catalina Island Conservancy, which works hard to preserve its flora and fauna, from Catalina Island foxes to the bald eagles flying overhead and the schools of bright orange Garibaldi fish swimming in the bay. VIEW CRUISES More

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Day 27

2nd May '25

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3rd May '25

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Day 29

4th May '25

Vancouver

Once a trading post and a rough-and-tumble sawmilling settlement, today modern Vancouver, Canada is many things. Cruise to Vancouver and visit this bustling seaport. This city is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts looking for active things to do in Vancouver an ethnically diverse metropolis, and Hollywood of the North. Hemmed in by mountains and sea, Vancouver seduces visitors with its combination of urban sophistication and laid-back attitude against a backdrop of glass towers and modern sights and plentiful green spaces. Enjoy enjoy local attractions, fun filled outdoor activities, and an innovative culinary scene on a Vancouver cruise excursion. Vancouvers culinary and cocktail scene is on the rise—and its excellent restaurants and hopping bars have a distinctively local stamp on them. If you are looking for where to go in Vancouver for music, theater and the arts, they are thriving in the city’s many museums, galleries and performance venues. Beyond the downtown attractions in Vancouver, days of exploration and sightseeing await among the colorful suburbs, unspoiled islands and the vast, rugged wilderness. More

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Your ship - The Nieuw Amsterdam

The second of Holland America’s Signature Class ships, Nieuw Amsterdam, celebrates historic New York City with an inspired design and art collection.

While on board, rejuvenate in the tranquil Spa & Salon, play pickleball at sea, or enjoy a tantalizing meal at fine dining restaurants.

When you’re in the mood for music, Billboard Onboard fills the room with chart-topping hits.

Lincoln Center Stage

B.B.King’s Blues Club

BBC Earth in Concert

Microsoft Studio

Billboard Onboard

Explorations Central

World Stage

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Casino Action

Club Hal

Movies Onboard

Explorations Cafe

explorer lounge

fitness

shops

rudi sel de mer

pianoBar

Nieuw Amsterdam

Description
Entertainment
Food and Drink
Technology
Relaxation
Fitness
Recreational
Other

The second of Holland America’s Signature Class ships, Nieuw Amsterdam, celebrates historic New York City with an inspired design and art collection.

While on board, rejuvenate in the tranquil Spa & Salon, play pickleball at sea, or enjoy a tantalizing meal at fine dining restaurants.

When you’re in the mood for music, Billboard Onboard fills the room with chart-topping hits.

Crow’s Nest
Explorers Lounge
Neptune Lounge
Panorama Lounge
Photo Gallery
Show Lounges

Asian Restaurant
Atrium Bar
Cabanas
Canaletto Restaurant
Explorations Cafe
Italian Restaurant
Kitchen
Lido Bar
Lido Casual Restaurant
Main Dining Room
Manhattan
Piano Bar
Pinnacle Grill
Seafood Shack
Sports Bar
Tamarind Restaurant and Silk Den Lounge
Terrace Grill
The Verandah
Veranda

Digital Workshop
Internet Cafe

Facial Treatments
Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Hot Stone Therapy
Hydro Massage Pool
Lido Pool
Sauna
Spa
Steam Room
The Retreat
Thermal Suite
Whirlpool

Basketball
Fitness Center
Pickleball

Club HAL
Library
The Loft

Art Gallery
Atrium
Boutique
Concierge
Culinary Arts Center
Observation Deck
Shops

Description

The second of Holland America’s Signature Class ships, Nieuw Amsterdam, celebrates historic New York City with an inspired design and art collection.

While on board, rejuvenate in the tranquil Spa & Salon, play pickleball at sea, or enjoy a tantalizing meal at fine dining restaurants.

When you’re in the mood for music, Billboard Onboard fills the room with chart-topping hits.

Entertainment

Crow’s Nest
Explorers Lounge
Neptune Lounge
Panorama Lounge
Photo Gallery
Show Lounges

Food and Drink

Technology

Digital Workshop
Internet Cafe

Relaxation

Facial Treatments
Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Hot Stone Therapy
Hydro Massage Pool
Lido Pool
Sauna
Spa
Steam Room
The Retreat
Thermal Suite
Whirlpool

Fitness

Basketball
Fitness Center
Pickleball

Recreational

Club HAL
Library
The Loft

Other

Art Gallery
Atrium
Boutique
Concierge
Culinary Arts Center
Observation Deck
Shops

Staterooms

outside

These ocean-view staterooms offer spa amenities such as yoga mats and exclusive spa treatments from ... the nearby Greenhouse Spa and Salon. It includes two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, a bathtub and shower. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

inside

These staterooms feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and access to spa treatments from the Gree ... nhouse Spa & Salon. There are two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configurations of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

suite

Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a pri ... vate verandah, these suites feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and access to spa treatments from the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity and some suites have a shower-only option while others provide a full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

balcony

These staterooms feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and access to spa treatments from the Gree ... nhouse Spa & Salon. Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The configuration of staterooms may vary from images shown.