Chicago, IL (1888PressRelease)
November 19, 2008 - Departing July 18, 2009 from Rotterdam, Netherlands, the ship calls at some of the Baltic's best know ports: Helsingborg, Sweden, Copenhagen, Denmark and Oslo, Norway, before returning to Rotterdam. A 22-hour stay in the Danish Capital enables guests to meander throught the streets of Copenhagen or enjoy a leisurely dinner at a sidewalk cafe before returning to the ship.
The second sailing, departing Rotterdam July 24, explores the coast of Norway with calls at Flam, Bergen and Stavanger. Two days of scenic cruising in Norway - the first in Sognafjord and Aurlandsfjord, and the second at Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock - will delight nature enthusiasts and amateur photographers alike.
"These new six-day cruises are perfect for the traveler who wants a shorter premium vacation and to discover some of Scandinavia's most beautiful and memorable towns and seascapes".
At the heart of every Holland America cruise is a warm and award-winning style of service. With As You Wish dining®, the onboard culinary experience gives options to suit every taste. Guests can choose a classic fixed seating and dining time or a flexible, open seating schedule. And alternative dining always is available, including the elegant Pinnacle Grill and relaxed Lido Restaurant.
Culinary staff and guest chefs lead cooking classes and demonstrations in the onboard Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine, and, as part of the Explorations Speaker Series, special guest lecturers sail on each cruise to offer enriching perspectives on regional art, history and culture. The Explorations Café - powered by the New York Times - enables guests to stay connected to loved ones. Guests are also assured a good night's sleep with the Mariner's Dream stateroom amenities, including luxurious beds and linens.
When in port, guests can choose from a diversity of shore excursions
including the exclusive Medallion Collection featuring Overland Adventures, Signature Collection private-car touring, visits to natural, architectural and technical masterpieces from the Wonders of the World Collection and rare and unusual experiences with the Encore Collection excursions.
For more information about itineraries and pricing on Holland America Lines or other cruise lines, please contact Cruises International at 1-800-255-7447 or visit online at www.cruisesinternational.com
Fran Lasser
Sales Manager, Cruises International
1-800-255-7447, ext 125
fran ( @ ) cruisesinternational dot com
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