One of the great pleasures of a Holland America Grand World Voyage is that it transports you to far-flung destinations; in the case of 2020, Holland America’s Amsterdam went to the bottom of the Earth. So, after several calls in South America, it was time for us to go “with the … [Read more...]
A Grand Bon Voyage for a Cherished World Cruise
Cruise Specialists holds the distinction of hosting World Cruises on board Holland America Line ships for more than 30 years. Our Voyage Hosts nurture an immediate sense of camaraderie amongst our clients and pay special attention to them throughout each circumnavigation of the … [Read more...]
Getting your Sea Legs from World Cruises
When one hears the phrase “sea legs,” it typically means the ability to adjust one’s sense of balance to the motion of a ship. Those “sea legs” are great to have, of course, but equally good in my book are the “legs” (also called segments) of extended sailings such as world … [Read more...]
Holland America Caribbean Cruise, for that Winter Escape
“Our neighbors are probably getting ready to start shoveling snow, but look at us here!” a man said to his companion at the beach on Half Moon Cay, Holland America’s idyllic private island in the Bahamas. This destination is a highlight of the line’s Caribbean cruise, … [Read more...]
Holland America World Cruise Reflections for 2019
Cruise Specialists hosts Wendy and Steve Bodenheimer recap their most recent Holland America world cruise. These stories share what you can expect on a Holland America Grand Voyage. On the Amsterdam Where do we begin talking about the Amsterdam? We have spent hundreds of … [Read more...]