Please join us for our
10-Day Panama Canal Sunfarer Cruise
Aboard Holland America’s ms Zuiderdam
November 29, 2013 - December 9, 2013
From Just $1019.00* per person
* Not including taxes – subject to change without notice
Itinerary
Date
Port
29 Nov 2013
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
30 Nov 2013
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
01 Dec 2013
At Sea
02 Dec 2013
Arrive
Depart
4:00 PM
8:00 AM
2:30 PM
Oranjestad, Aruba
1:00 PM
11:00 PM
03 Dec 2013
Willemstad (Curacao), Antilles
8:00 AM
4:00 PM
04 Dec 2013
At Sea
05 Dec 2013
Enter Panama Canal, Cristobal Cruising Panama Canal and
Gatun Lake
05 Dec 2013
Gatun Lake, Panama
9:00 AM
05 Dec 2013
Exit Panama Canal, Cristobal
1:00 PM
05 Dec 2013
Colon, Panama
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
06 Dec 2013
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
6:30 AM
4:00 PM
07 Dec 2013
At Sea
08 Dec 2013
At Sea
09 Dec 2013
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
5:00 AM
10:00 AM
7:00 AM
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Cruise Highlights
Card Player Cruises invites you to visit these exotic ports with us!
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas:
Holland America Line's pristine private island offers everything you need for
a day of play in paradise: a two-mile crescent of perfect beach; an interior
lagoon; private beachside cabanas with butler service, showers and misters;
and all manner of watersports and activities, including a children's aqua park
and a buoyed personal watercraft course.
Oranjestad, Aruba:
Colorful floating markets, wondrous coral reefs and landscapes dotted with
curiously bent divi-divi trees await on this, the "A" of the Netherlands
Antilles' famous ABC islands. (Bonaire and Curacao round out the trio.)
Willemstad (Curacao), Antilles:
Amsterdam-like canals, gabled Dutch colonial buildings, an exotic floating
market. This bustling duty-free port has it all. Plus the world-famous
Curaçao Liqueur Distillery and an intriguing coral reef teeming with parrot
fish and queen angelfish.
Gatun Lake, Panama:
Gatun Lake is key to supplying the water necessary to operate the locks
system. Formed by an earthen dam across the Chagres River to keep the
water 85 feet above sea level, the water runs downhill to fill the locks. No
pumps, no power other than the force of gravity! Fact: It will take about 52
million gallons of water to float your Holland America ship through the
locks.
Colon, Panama:
Colon lies on the stunning Caribbean coast of Panama, where unparalleled
beaches and lush tropical scenery are de rigueur. In nearby Portobello,
discover the ruins of Spanish forts, watch the colorful yachts sailing in the
bay or hunt for treasures in the local markets. Travel to the Gatun Locks for
a bird's eye view of the immense ships passing through the Panama Canal.
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica:
From Costa Rica's Caribbean coast go in search of iridescent blue morpho
butterflies, sloths, turtle nesting grounds and wise old shamans. Explore the
capital city of San Jose, where museums beckon and markets burst with
luscious local tastes - mangoes, bananas, pineapples, papayas.
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Staterooms - ms Zuiderdam
Penthouse Suite
Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath &
shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room,
pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, mini-bar refrigerator,
guest powder room, floor-to-ceiling windows, private
stereo system*, microwave*, (1,126 - 1,318 sq. ft. with
verandah*). Category: PS
A very special amenity exclusively for guests cruising in a Penthouse Verandah Suite or Deluxe Verandah Suite, the industry-leading
Neptune Lounge features a private place to relax, socialize with other suite guests and enjoy the personalized service of a concierge. The
fleet-wide lounges provide worktables, large screen television, library, sofas and chairs, wi-fi and refreshments throughout the day. OneTouch 24-hour Concierge Service is available when the Neptune Lounge is closed.
Deluxe Verandah Suite:
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with
dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath, shower and
additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room,
private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling
windows. Approximately 500 - 712 sq. ft. including
verandah. Category: SA
Suite amenities include: Complimentary laundry, pressing and dry cleaning, premium duvet, oversize bath towels and soft, cotton
bathrobes and slippers, gorgeous corsages and boutonnieres for the first formal night, hors d'oeuvres served before dinner each evening on
request, binoculars and umbrellas for your use on the cruise, cocktail party with ship officers, priority boarding for tender ports of call,
special disembarkation service, priority dining and seating requests, exclusive daily breakfast service for suite guests only, high tea service
in suite on request, a special Suite guest lunch event, and The Neptune Lounge:
Superior Verandah Suite:
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom
with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath, shower and
additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah,
1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah.
Category: SS
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view:
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub,
shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling
windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including
verandah.
Category: VA, VB, VC
Ocean-view:
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub,
shower. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
Category: C, D, F
Inside:
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower.
Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
Category: I, J, L
Stateroom availability is subject to change without notice. Please contact us for more details.
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ms Zuiderdam Ship Highlights
The ms Zuiderdam began her inaugural season in 2002 as the first ship in our Vista-class series. She embraces the
latest industry and environmental technologies such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy
efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system.
At the heart of the ms Zuiderdam, suspended in a three-story atrium, a Waterford Crystal Seahorse sets the mood for
exquisite pieces of art to be seen throughout this elegant ship. Other notable pieces include a painting of Queen
Beatrix by pop culture artist and icon, Andy Warhol, medallions by Frank Lloyd Wright, cast aluminum elevator
doors inspired by the art deco work of the New York Chrysler Building, and a massive floral painting by Charles
Ben. You will also discover a large collection of antiques and centuries-old paintings throughout the ship
Features:
* Vista Dining Room: features impeccable service and an extensive wine list. Five-course menus include continental
cuisine, vegetarian and low-carb options
* Pinnacle Grill: This intimate reservations-only venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience. Featuring
premium Sterling Silver beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator as well as distinctive Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens
* Lido Restaurant: a relaxed ambiance for all three meals and features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties
* The Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine Magazine: state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen offering
interactive gourmet cooking lessons taught by Master Chefs or culinary guests
* Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times: a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can
browse through an extensive library, surf the Internet and check email or simply read the morning paper.
* Greenhouse Spa & Salon: features heavenly beauty and wellness rituals. Enjoy a facial, hot stone massage, steam
in a thermal suite and have your hair and nails done for a special evening.
* Vista Show Lounge: features talented vocalists, dancers, illusionists, comedians and variety acts
* Crow's Nest: offers sweeping 270° views during the day, and a hip, fashionable nightclub each evening
* Club HAL®: youth facilities and activities for kids ages 3 - 12; activities are supervised and age appropriate
* The Loft: designed exclusively for teens (13 - 17) to have fun, socialize and hang out with people their own age
Ship Facts:
Ship's Registry: The Netherlands
Passenger capacity: 1,916
Crew members: 817
Gross Tonnage: 82,305 grt.
Length: 936 feet
Beam: 105.8 feet
Maximum speed: 24 knots
Dedicated: December 2002, by journalist Joan Lunden
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Poker Room
Card Player Cruises proudly features a professional, fully staffed, non-smoking poker room. The poker room is
usually open for play immediately after the first-seating dinner on your departure day. The poker room remains open
throughout most of the cruise except when the ship is in port.
Free beginner lessons for novices are offered, followed by a low limit hold’em game for beginners only.
The Card Player Cruises staff will be happy to spread any game and limit that enough players want to play.
A general guideline regarding the games and limits on most cruises is as follows:
Texas hold’em: $1-$2, $2-$4, $4-$8, $10-$20, $20-$40
Omaha/8: $4-$8, $10-$20, occasionally higher
Mixed games: $20-$40, occasionally higher
No-limit hold’em at blinds of $1-$2 and $2-$5 with capped buy-ins
All poker games are open to anyone 18 years and older.
Great poker action - Exciting ports
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