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AMA WATERWAYS AmaLyra River Cruise Review

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010
AmaLyra River Vessel

AMALYRA River Vessel

Last month I travelled from Prague to Budapest aboard AMA WATERWAYS AmaLyra river cruise. From start to finish this river cruise was terrific. We were even lucky enough to experience some of the famed Christmas Markets along our route!

Our Cabin, number 327, was a B Category with a comfortable 170 sq ft. The marble-appointed bathroom and large shower with three shower heads and six settings was very impressive. The complimentary in-room internet was much appreciated when the signal was strong. After a

Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam Caribbean Cruise Review

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010
ms Nieuw Amsterdam

ms Nieuw Amsterdam

Once a year Holland America Line brings together Senior Management and its top agency producers for an opportunity to interact, share thoughts and suggestions and to enjoy the onboard amenities that are available to all guests. So we packed our bags and headed to Ft. Lauderdale this November for 7-days sailing through the Caribbean aboard the all-new ms Nieuw Amsterdam.

Day one – At Sea

Atrium Chandelier

Atrium Chandelier

Holland America Line Bermuda Cruise Review

Tuesday, September 21st, 2010
Hamilton & ms Veendam

Hamilton & ms Veendam

We just got home from our 7-day Bermuda cruise aboard Holland America Line’s ms Veendam. In spite of Earl and Fiona, we had smooth seas and good weather.  Bermuda was a new destination for us and we regret waiting so long to visit this colorful island.  One of the smallest territories in the world at 22 square miles, Bermuda’s population of 67,000 makes it the 3rd most densely populated place on earth. 

Cruise Specialists Cares Shore Tour Visits Durban, South Africa

Friday, July 30th, 2010

Cruise Specialists Cares shore tour program is an opportunity to give back to those in need during your next cruise voyage. In this video Cruise Specialists guests aboard Holland America World cruise visited the SOS Children’s Village from the port of Durban, South Africa. Donations included everything from toys to the shirts off our client’s backs. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed meeting these smiling wonderful children. Cruise Specialists Cares is part of Cruise Specialists exclusive Shore Tour Program, for more information visit our Custom Shore Excursions page.

Cruise Specialists Bora Bora Tour Review

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010
Bora Bora

Bora Bora

Buddy and I were very lucky to recently get to take part in an exclusive Cruise Specialists Bora Bora shore tour. Cruise Specialists designed a series of unique and exclusive tours for our January 2010 Rotterdam 63-day Polynesian Paradise & Incan Empires cruise.

Pareos dry in the island breeze

Pareos dry in the island breeze

Holland America Tour: Costa Rica Zip Line Adventure

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
Buddy Flies Over The Jungle Canopy

Buddy Flies Over The Jungle Canopy

During our recent trip aboard Holland America Line’s fabulous Polynesian Paradise & Incan Empires 63–day cruise we spent a fabulous day in Costa Rica. Encouraged by our experienced and  enthusiastic group member, Sharron Hiebert, four other adventuresome  Cruise Specialists 
Aerial Tram Ride Up

Aerial Tram Ride Up

passengers set out on a truly marvelous day Zip Lining through the rain forests of Costa Rica.

Caribbean Ports Cruise Review

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

Recently I was lucky enough to travel aboard Holland America Line’s ms Eurodam, which made its debut in summer 2008, to the sun-filled Caribbean. I thought I would take a moment and let you know all the fabulous things activities I did while in the Caribbean.

Cunard Queen Mary 2 Cruise Review

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

My wife and I recently had the pleasure of sailing aboard the elegant Queen Mary 2. At 151,000 Gross Registered Tons she is one of the largest ships afloat. The Qm2 is now six years old but the maintenance done on board has kept her in pristine condition and she is showing no signs whatsoever of wear and tear.

Silversea Cruise Review – By Shannon Nelson

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Ship: Silver Shadow
Destination: Mexican Riviera (Round-trip Los Angeles)
Dates: October 3-12, 2009
Category: Mid-Ship Verandah Suite – Cabin # 925

Windstar in the Mediterranean Cruise Review

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
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Wendy Dell & Teresa Tennant at Sail Away

My friend, Wendy, and I recently sailed as the Virtuoso group hosts onboard the Wind Surf from Venice to Venice.  Hotel Manager Geert de Meyer personally greeted guests as we checked in and he requested a steward to take our large bags to the ship.  Another steward escorted us to our stateroom and explained where things were, that we could check out DVDs at Reception, and even borrow an iPod pre-loaded with music for the stereo system.