March Recap Cruise Specialists hosts, Tom Mullen, Alex Tokar and Kirsten Ulmer, recount their experiences as they conclude the third month of the 2023 World Cruise on Zuiderdam, navigating around the continent of Africa. Learn more about their experienced thus far in the … [Read more...]
An Extra Special World Cruise Bon Voyage
In addition to warm rays of the sun, sparkling blue coastal waters and the typical snowbird excitement that is often found in Florida amidst winter, there was a notable increase in the level of enthusiasm in Fort Lauderdale the first week of January 2023. That’s because on … [Read more...]
Celebrity Beyond, Apex & Edge: Relaxed Luxury
The three newest ships from Celebrity Cruises, part of the Edge Series, seem to be in a category all their own when it comes to cruise ships. With a capacity of about 3,000 guests each they are considered large ships. Yet, they have successfully crafted a modern and relaxed … [Read more...]
World and Grand Voyages on Zaandam and Zuiderdam
In recent years the Zaandam and Zuiderdam ships have become some of the top choices for Holland America Line for its longer voyages known as Grand and World Voyages. Cruise Specialists had dozens of guests along with Voyage Hosts Keith and Susie Boyland on the 2022 Grand Africa … [Read more...]
Holland America’s Zaandam and Zuiderdam: What Are the Differences?
Zaandam and Zuiderdam. They are both part of Holland America Line’s fleet of classically styled, mid-sized cruise ships. They both carry travelers to hundreds of destinations around the globe — and have done so many times over. And of course, they both start with … [Read more...]