Passage to Rome Cruise U032

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DAY	DATE	PORT OF CALL	ARRIVAL	DEPARTURE
1	Sun 19 Apr 2020	Fort Lauderdale, USA		04:00 PM
Fort Lauderdale is a city on the Atlantic coast of the U.S. in the state of Florida. As well as being a major yachting centre, it has a large and intricate canal system that results in its also being known as the ‘Venice of America’. While once home to a series of forts, today there are three forts named ‘Fort Lauderdale’. The city is considered a perfect holiday destination mainly for its stunning beaches and palm-lined shorelines. It is also famous for its arts, and cultural events. Don’t miss shopping on Las Olas Boulevard, taking a gondola ride on the canals, and visiting the historic riverfront. more info
2	Mon 20 Apr 2020	At Sea
3	Tue 21 Apr 2020	At Sea
4	Wed 22 Apr 2020	At Sea
5	Thu 23 Apr 2020	At Sea
6	Fri 24 Apr 2020	At Sea
7	Sat 25 Apr 2020	At Sea
8	Sun 26 Apr 2020	At Sea
9	Mon 27 Apr 2020	Funchal, Portugal	11:00 AM	10:00 PM
Funchal is the capital of Portugal’s Autonomous Region of Madeira an archipelago 880 SW of Portugal and 600 km NW of Morocco, in the north Atlantic. Funchal’s harbour offers plazas lined with shops, colourful houses spilling down hillsides, due to its almost amphitheatre-like formation, and a profusion of flowers. For a fine view of the magnificent bay, take the unique downhill basket sledge ride. Visitors will find cuisine that celebrates the freshest ingredients, and a population that is joyous and gracious. There are also activities that run from vigorous hiking to placid contemplation of nature, and great shopping opportunities for locally made crafts and embroidery. more info
10	Tue 28 Apr 2020	At Sea
11	Wed 29 Apr 2020	Cadiz, Spain	08:00 AM	06:00 PM
Cadiz is a city and port in SW Spain. It is the capital of Cadiz Province, an autonomous community of Andalusia. Due to its small size one is never more than a few blocks from the sea, and this engenders a safe, relaxed, and easy-going atmosphere. The oldest continuously inhabited settlement in Western Europe, it has a history of around 3,000 years, and the old central quarter is famous for its picturesque fascination and spectacular buildings. Discover the narrow cobbled streets that open out onto pretty little squares dotted with cafes where people relax and absorb the amazing Moorish architecture. more info
12	Thu 30 Apr 2020	Malaga, Spain	07:00 AM	05:00 PM
Malaga is a lively, prosperous city on Spain's fabled Costa del Sol aside the Mediterranean Sea, just 100 km east of the Strait of Gibraltar. The city’s warm winter temperatures (average daytime of 17 C) make it an ideal place to visit any time of year. The archaeological remains and monuments from the Phoenician, Roman, Arabian and Christian eras convert the historic centre into an ‘Open Museum’ displaying its rich history of more than 3,000 years. Visit the unfinished Gothic cathedral, surrounded by traditional balconied buildings, narrow pedestrian streets and some of the best tapas bars in the province. more info
13	Fri 1 May 2020	Cartagena, Spain	07:00 AM	04:00 PM
Cartagena is a Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, SE Spain. The rich Carthaginian heritage extends as far as the Sea Wall, built by Charles III in the 18th century, and which defines the old quarter. Overlooking the Mediterranean there are two elements that are clearly connected with the sea: the prototype of the submarine by the inventor Isaac Peral; and the National Museum of Maritime Archaeology. The museum is home to the National Centre of Underwater Archaeological Research that highlights aspects of naval construction from ancient times. more info
14	Sat 2 May 2020	At Sea
15	Sun 3 May 2020	Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy	07:00 AM
Rome, the capital, and largest city of Italy, is full of unending possibilities. It can be reached from the port of Civitavecchia in approximately ninety minutes either by train or coach. Rome greets visitors with a multitude of faces, such as the Ancient City with ruins like: the Colosseum; the seven hills; the Roman Forum; and the Sacred Way, the path used for triumphal processions. There is Renaissance Rome, full of winding streets and sun-dappled piazzas, and the Vatican, home to the Pope. Also popular are the Sistine Chapel with Michaelangelo's famous Creation of Adam fresco, and his masterpiece, La Pieta, at St. Peter's Cathedral. more info

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All aboard the Zuiderdam over 14 relaxing nights on this Passage to Rome Cruise U032 exploring TransAtlantic. Your ship departs from Fort Lauderdale and visits 6 ports in 4 countries before arriving at Rome (Civitavecchia). This 3.5 star voyage from Holland America Line has 1 more forward departures. We have a limited number of cabins available from $129 per person/day, twin share. So call now and get expert, friendly advice.

Zuiderdam Overview

MS Zuiderdam is one of four ‘compass-point’ HAL ships. Until April 2019 MS Zuiderdam will be based at Fort Lauderdale to sail a circuit of the Southern Caribbean over 10/11 nights. Holland America Line arranges excellent onshore tours, and pre- and post-tour packages. In mid 2019 Zuiderdam cruises the Baltic Sea and North Atlantic around the UK. From October 2019 to early April 2020 Zuiderdam cruises reach all parts of the Caribbean, with two different 7-night itineraries, or combined for 14 nights. From May to June 2020 she offers 12 and 24 night cruises around Italy, Greece and Turkey (including Istanbul), a region HAL specialises in. In July/August the focus is on the Baltic States, sub-Arctic Norway, and Iceland. Hallmarks of HAL include spacious staterooms and public areas, rich timber furnishings set with museum-quality paintings and antiques, discreet personal service, and artful itineraries that allow for overnights in key cities.

Accommodation

Staterooms are spacious, and include: Interior large and standard; Ocean-view, some with panoramic windows; and three levels of suites – Signature, Neptune and Pinnacle. Basic features include a flat-panel TV and DVD player (book your DVDs by phone), ample storage, personal safe, excellent twin/queen bedding and bath amenities, fresh fruit on request, and nightly turndown service. The décor is very pleasing and comfortable. Complimentary meals can be ordered for in-suite dining around the clock. Triple and quad cabins are available, as well as interconnecting cabins for up to six guests. Many staterooms are modified accessible and wheelchair accessible. There are no single cabins.

Food and Dining

The ship has seven formal to casual dining areas. The two-deck main Dining Room serves open-seating breakfast and lunch. For dinner chose between set-seating at first or second servings, or open seating on the upper deck. The waiting staff are friendly Indonesian and Filipino stewards. Ask for a table for 2/4/6/8. Special dietary requests can be ordered pre-cruise. One night in seven is a formal night, perhaps preceded with pre-dinner drinks, then after your meal retire to the Showroom at Sea or a musical recital. There are two alternative restaurants, best to reserve in advance: The pay extra Pinnacle Grill for steaks and seafood (and occasionally the Pinnacle – Le Cirque and Rudi’s Sel de Mer), and the Italian-American-influenced Canaletto. Ask about wine packages.

Entertainment

In the evenings the two-deck Show Lounge offers (twice nightly) musical productions, cabaret, and its features include three video screens. Alternatively, attend a musical recital in one of the lounges, dance to the backing of a band ensemble, watch sport in the multi-screen sports bar, or sip drinks while your request is sung by the pianist or guitarist. Three outstanding musical options are: the Lincoln Center Stage chamber music (seats 100); Billboard Onboard, with two pianos and a chance to join the singing; and B.B.King’s Blues Club. View recent movies in the Screening Room, unless you’d prefer to watch your choice of DVD in your cabin. Through the evening the disco and nightclub on the top deck will take you into the early hours of the morning, very inviting if the new day is a Sea Day and you’ve ordered breakfast in your cabin. The large casino has lots of playing options.

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