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Caribbean and Bahamas: Western Caribbean Cruise
Holland America Line
Beginning and ending in Ft. Lauderdale, this sun-soaked Caribbean cruise starts with Holland America Line's private island, Half Moon Cay, and stops in Falmouth, Jamaica; Georgetown, Cayman Islands; Cozumel, Mexico.
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Sailing Itinerary
Note: Cruise itineraries are subject to change. Please verify ports and times directly with the cruise line.
Day 1
Port of Call Fort Lauderdale
Departure 3:00pm
Overview
Ft Lauderdale is a city of islands held together by an intricate web of canals, rivers, bays and waterways hundreds of miles long. Needless to say, boating is a favorite city pastime, whether zooming along on a speedboat, enjoying a fishing charter, or cruising the coastline by yacht. Beautiful homes of every size and style make up the bulk of this primarily residential area. By the beach, a leisurly stroll can be taken along the new landscaping wavewall design of the beachfront promenade. But this city is anything but sedate. Once a spring break hot spot, the town still has an energetic and colorful nightlife. Nearby, charming Laudrdale-By-the-Sea is home to one of the only living coral reefs in the US accesible from shore. Las Olas Boulevard, a shoppers paradise, is the chic new shopping and trendy dining area of downtown. If sports are more your inclination, dozens of golf courses and hundreds of public parks allow you to absorb the great Florida outdoors. Cultural arts are also popular. Water taxis bring theater-goers from throughout the city to the Performing Arts Center on the water.
Day 2
Port of Call Half Moon Cay
Arrival 10:00am
Departure 6:00pm
Overview
If you've ever dreamed of making the first footprints on the beach of a truly secluded tropical island, you'll have your chance on Half Moon Cay, Holland America's own private island in the Bahamas. Swim, snorkel and sail till the beat of a steel-drum band summons you to the beach party and buffet. Cast off your everyday cares on sunswept beaches as you play the day away.
Day 3
Cruising
Day 4
Port of Call Ocho Rios
Arrival 8:00am
Departure 4:00pm
Overview
Ocho Rios, or "Ochee" as it is known locally, has experienced such explosive growth over the last decade that few people can recall the sleepy fishing village, bauxite port and stream-laced nirvana that once existed. Today it is a high density town of concrete hotels, condominium complexes, office blocks, multiple shopping centers and extreme traffic congestion but still one of the favorite cruise ship ports in the Caribbean. The economy of the town is based almost entirely on tourism.
Day 5
Port of Call Cayman/George Town
Arrival 8:00am
Departure 5:00pm
Overview
Miles of powdery white beaches above clear blue water and one of the richest marine environments make Grand Cayman one of the Caribbean’s finest vacation destinations (and a world class scuba diving destination). As a British Crown Colony, Grand Cayman enjoys all of the benefits of sophisticated government, touting one of the strongest economies in the Caribbean (with over 600 banks) while still allowing visitors to enjoy duty free shopping in Georgetown for jewelry, art, local crafts, and unique souvenirs like treasure coins from a sunken Spanish galleon circa the “Pirates of the Caribbean” era.
Day 6
Port of Call Cozumel
Arrival 1:00pm
Departure 9:00pm
Overview
The beautiful island of Cozumel, the largest inhabited island in Mexico, is a paradise for divers from all over the world. The island is surrounded by more than 25 reef formations where divers of all ages and skills can enter into a completely fascinating and different world: endless coral inhabited by immense shoals of colorful fish. The possibilities are interminable for both beginners and experts. East of the Yucatán Peninsula, on top of the age-old structures of the Mayan coral reef, the second largest in the world, stands the Island of Cozumel, the largest inhabited island in Mexico. Its name, derived from the word Cuzamil, meaning “island of swallows” in Maya, conjures up memories of its pre-Hispanic origin, the conquest of America and the pirates and buccaneers that thronged its seas. The Island of Cozumel measures 48 km from north to south but only 16 from east to west. On either side of the island, beaches form a long, white sandy coast. Gentle waves and transparent waters wash the western side of the island, while huge waves crash against the eastern side. Its flora and fauna have a number of unusual features and include certain endemic species, such as the dwarf raccoon and the Cozumel wren. Cozumel’s greatest wealth, however, lies underwater.
Day 7
Cruising
Day 8
Port of Call Fort Lauderdale
Arrival 7:00am
Overview
Ft Lauderdale is a city of islands held together by an intricate web of canals, rivers, bays and waterways hundreds of miles long. Needless to say, boating is a favorite city pastime, whether zooming along on a speedboat, enjoying a fishing charter, or cruising the coastline by yacht. Beautiful homes of every size and style make up the bulk of this primarily residential area. By the beach, a leisurly stroll can be taken along the new landscaping wavewall design of the beachfront promenade. But this city is anything but sedate. Once a spring break hot spot, the town still has an energetic and colorful nightlife. Nearby, charming Laudrdale-By-the-Sea is home to one of the only living coral reefs in the US accesible from shore. Las Olas Boulevard, a shoppers paradise, is the chic new shopping and trendy dining area of downtown. If sports are more your inclination, dozens of golf courses and hundreds of public parks allow you to absorb the great Florida outdoors. Cultural arts are also popular. Water taxis bring theater-goers from throughout the city to the Performing Arts Center on the water.
Onboard the Nieuw Amsterdam
Nieuw Amsterdam
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Year Built: 2010
Year Refurbished: 2015
Double Occupancy Capacity: 2106
The second Signature-class ship, Nieuw Amsterdam celebrates the glamour and history of New York City with its inspired interior design and art collection throughout the ship ranging from antiques by traditional Dutch masters to creations by renowned contemporary artists including Andy Warhol, Richard Estes and Roy Lichtenstein. Nieuw Amsterdam guests enjoy dazzling entertainment options from their very first night on board. While cruising, experience onboard cooking shows and hands-on workshops or head out on deck to enjoy the two outdoor pools, basketball or volleyball courts.
Onboard Activities
Activities & Services (included in cruise)
Lido Pool
- Card Room
- Casino
- Disco/Nightclub
- Movies
- Theater/Show Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Sauna/Steam Room
- Culinary Arts Center
- Educational Programs
- Pool - Outdoor
- Pool - Indoor/Covered
- Sports Facilities
- Bars/Lounges
- Library
- Children's Indoor Play Area
- Organized Age Specific Activities
- Teen Center or Disco
- Teen Programs
- Business Center
- Concierge Desk
- Elevators
- Safe Deposit Boxes
Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)
Greenhouse Spa
- Beauty Salon
- Fitness Classes
- Full-Service Spa
- Spa Services/Massage
- Internet Center
- Babysitting
- Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
- Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
- Infirmary/Medical Center
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Dining
The Dining Room
Main Dining
The Dining Room: For breakfast, lunch or an unforgettable five-course dinner, the elegant main dining room is your destination for sophisticated dining, with menu selections from classic favorites to vegetarian options, to dishes inspired by the regions you’ll visit. Menus by Holland America Line's Culinary Council® of world-renowned chefs.
Pinnacle Grill
Specialty Dining
Canaletto: This authentic Italian restaurant offers a menu that celebrates spartire (Italian for "sharing"). Try braised chicken cacciatore "al forno," branzino ai ferri or a classic Italian pasta: spaghetti pomodoro or garlic shrimp-infused ravioli, perhaps. Buon appetito! This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Explorations Café: A comfortable, coffeehouse environment offering espresso drinks and pastries. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Nami Sushi: Inspired by Culinary Council® member and world-renowned sushi master, Andy Matsuda, Nami Sushi offers a tempting array of the sushi rolls he's created. Choose from such delectable selections as Tempura Lobster Roll with soft shell crab tempura; Dragon Roll with tempura shrimp, unagi sauce and avocado; Tsutsumi Roll with snapper, green olive, caper and avocado; Futomoki Roll with crab, yamagobo, avocado and cucumber; Volcano Roll with sesame-marinated salmon and Thai chilis; Nigiri sushi with tuna, salmon and ebi shrimp; and more. The word "nami," Japanese in origin, means "wave" and is an homage to the ocean views you'll enjoy as you dine on the freshest, tastiest and most inventive sushi at sea.
Pinnacle Grill: Enjoy dishes inspired by America’s Pacific Northwest, such as king salmon from Alaska and choice, responsibly raised beef from Washington State’s Double R Ranch. Complement your meal with a selection of boutique wines from the Pacific Northwest and other celebrated vineyards from around the world. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Tamarind: Tamarind delights with exotic menus evoking the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, China and Japan. Menus created by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin feature dishes honoring the elements of water, wood, fire and earth. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Lido Market
Casual Dining
Dive-In: Dive in to a grilled burger on brioche or a Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog. For alfresco dining by the pool, Dive-In has it all, including lighter fare like the grilled chicken breast sandwich and vegetarian-friendly portabella mushroom stack.
Lido Market: Lido Market provides a fresh, new approach to casual dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a panoramic view of the sea. A modern marketplace with different themed stations, the Lido offers a curated selection of delicious options to grab on the go or to have quickly made to order.
New York Pizza: Crisp Italian salads and personal pan pizzas made with a thin crust and a savory sauce are served up poolside.
Room Service: Complimentary 24-hour dining in the comfort of your stateroom.
Times, costs and other specifics are outside the control of Costco Travel. All information is at the sole discretion of the cruise line and is subject to change without notice. Dining time and table size preferences are submitted to the cruise line on a first-come, first-served request basis and are confirmed aboard ship. Questions, concerns and/or special needs regarding dining arrangements must be addressed with the maitre d' hotel aboard ship. Every effort is made to accommodate travelers' preferences; however, Costco Travel cannot guarantee dining arrangements. In specialty restaurants, space is limited and reservations are recommended. A cover charge and dress code may apply.
Staterooms
Staterooms feature premium massage showerheads, fine linens and fresh fruit upon request.
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: N)
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: N)
Category: N
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: MM)
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: MM)
Category: MM
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: M)
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: M)
Category: M
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: L)
Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: L)
Category: L
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Interior Stateroom (Category: K)
Interior Stateroom (Category: K)
Category: K
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Interior Stateroom (Category: J)
Interior Stateroom (Category: J)
Category: J
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Interior Stateroom (Category: I)
Interior Stateroom (Category: I)
Category: I
Area: Approximately 141-284 sq. ft.
Elegant staterooms feature luxurious bedding, premium massage showerheads, a porthole or a window and fresh fruit upon request.
Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed views) (Category: HH)
Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed views) (Category: HH)
Category: HH
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed views) (Category: H)
Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed views) (Category: H)
Category: H
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Outside Stateroom (partial sea views) (Category: G)
Large Outside Stateroom (partial sea views) (Category: G)
Category: G
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: F)
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: F)
Category: F
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: E)
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: E)
Category: E
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: DD)
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: DD)
Category: DD
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: D)
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: D)
Category: D
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: C)
Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: C)
Category: C
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Large Spa Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: CQ)
Large Spa Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: CQ)
Category: CQ
Area: Approximately 169-267 sq. ft.
Spacious staterooms have a private balcony, whirlpool bath with shower and walk-in closet.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: V)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: V)
Category: V
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VA)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VA)
Category: VA
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VB)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VB)
Category: VB
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VC)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VC)
Category: VC
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VD)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VD)
Category: VD
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VE)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VE)
Category: VE
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VF)
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VF)
Category: VF
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deluxe Spa Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VQ)
Deluxe Spa Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom (Category: VQ)
Category: VQ
Area: Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah.
Luxurious suites feature a whirlpool bath, large sitting area, private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows and more. Select suites feature a dressing room.
Signature Superior Verandah Suite (Category: SS)
Signature Superior Verandah Suite (Category: SS)
Category: SS
Area: Approximately 273-456 sq. ft. including verandah.
Signature Superior Verandah Suite (Category: SY)
Signature Superior Verandah Suite (Category: SY)
Category: SY
Area: Approximately 273-456 sq. ft. including verandah.
Signature Superior Verandah Suite (Category: SZ)
Signature Superior Verandah Suite (Category: SZ)
Category: SZ
Area: Approximately 273-456 sq. ft. including verandah.
Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SA)
Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SA)
Category: SA
Area: Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah.
Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SB)
Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SB)
Category: SB
Area: Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah.
Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SC)
Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SC)
Category: SC
Area: Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah.
Neptune Deluxe Spa Verandah Suite (Category: SQ)
Neptune Deluxe Spa Verandah Suite (Category: SQ)
Category: SQ
Area: Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah.
Pinnacle Suite with Verandah (Category: PS)
Pinnacle Suite with Verandah (Category: PS)
Category: PS
Area: Approximately 1,357 sq. ft. including verandah.
Deck Plan
| Symbol | Description |
|---|---|
 | Triple (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed) |
 | Quad (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 upper) |
 | Partial sea view |
 | Fully obstructed view |
 | Shower only |
 | Single sink vanity |
 | Staterooms have solid steel verandah railings instead of clear-view Plexiglas railings |
 | Staterooms I8033, VB6002, VB6001, J1074, K1012, and K1011 are fully accessible, roll-in shower only |
 | Suites SA7058 and SA7057 are fully accessible with single side approach to the bed, bathtub, and roll-in shower; Suites SY5002 and SY5001 are fully accessible with single side approach to the bed, roll-in shower only |
 | Staterooms VA8119, VA8116, VA8026, VA8025, V6052, V6049, V5140, V5135, V5054, V5051, VA4134, VA4131, H4092, H4089, VA5042, VA4051, D1100, D1099, C1082, and C1081 are ambulatory accessible, roll-in shower only |
Ship Facts
- Ship Name: Nieuw Amsterdam
- Year Built: 2010
- Year Refurbished: 2015
- Year Entered Present Fleet: 2010
- Ship Class: Signature
- Maximum Capacity: 2,737
- Number of Passenger Decks: 11
- Number of Crew: 929
- Officers' Nationality: International
- Ocean-View without Balcony: 179
- Ocean-View with Balcony: 604
- Total Inside Staterooms: 156
- Tonnage (GRT): 86,700
- Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,106
- Country of Registry: Netherlands
- Total Staterooms: 1,053
- Suites with Balcony: 114
- Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
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Ship's registry: Netherlands
Package ID: HALNIECAR20221106
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Ship Rating
An outstanding luxury cruise experience with an exceptional level of attention to detail. Expect superb service from all levels of officers and staff.
A very good quality all-around cruise experience aboard a ship that offers a range of facilities and services.
A decent, unpretentious cruise experience, with a moderate amount of space and quality in furnishing and fittings.
A modest quality cruise experience with less attention to detail and service.
Expect a very basic cruise experience with minimal attention to service, hospitality and finesse.
Offers some, but not all, of the amenities and services associated with the next highest star rating.
