16 Night - Panama Canal (Panama Canal Eastbound)

	Sail Date:	12/07/08
	Cruise Line:	Holland America
	Ship Name:	ms Rotterdam
	Departure Port:	San Diego

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Ship: ms Rotterdam

As the sixth ship to bear the name, the flagship ms Rotterdam is the standard-bearer for our Atlantic fleet of five-star cruise ships. The first Rotterdam set sail in 1872, beginning a Holland America tradition and reputation that continued through the Rotterdam V, one of the most beloved ships of all time. In the grand tradition of the Rotterdam ships, fascinating Holland America memorabilia can be found throughout the ship, such as specially commissioned works of art ranging from oil paintings, to sculptures, to textile designs and much more.

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Deck Plans

Cruise Itinerary

 Day 1 - San Diego

San Diego is California's "first city," with roots dating back to 1796. San Diego's beautiful harbor is a lovely place to stroll and explore. Historic Seaport Village, along the Embarcadero, is filled with fascinating shops and galleries. But if you wish to explore further, San Diego offers a world of excitement. Read More

 Day 2 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 3 - Cabo San Lucas

Here at the tip of the Baja Peninsula where the amazing rock formation known as Los Arcos guards the entrance to the bay lies Cabo San Lucas which was once a hideout for pirates on the lookout for trading ships. Here you can spy on a no-longer-secret underwater garden through a glass-bottom boat, flirt with a whale or sea lion, shop at a quayside bazaar, or rekindle romance at the secluded Playa del Amor. Read More

 Day 4 - Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta has uncluttered beaches, endless sunshine and glorious sunsets that are unforgettable. Other sights include The Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadeloupe, an example of elegant Spanish architecture. In the evening, mariachi bands fill the air with charming folk tunes. Read More

 Day 5 - Manzanillo

Nature is undoubtedly Manzanillo's best attraction. Its twin bays, Manzanillo and Santiago, where crystal blue waters lap the black and gold volcanic sand, have caught outsiders eyes since Cortes conquered Mexico. Manzanillo also has significant rail connections to the interior. Read More

 Day 6 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 7 - Huatulco

A thriving port in the days of Sir Francis Drake, Huatulco has been reborn as an ultra-modern beach resort with world-class shopping and recreational opportunities. City planners have taken great care to blend the "new" Huatulco into its natural setting, and in fact most of the surrounding area has been set aside as a nature reserve. Read More

 Day 8 - Puerto Chiapas

Puerto Chiapas offers those looking for a close contact with a mystic, exotic and natural world, the door to a magical place with wonderful regional tours enjoying unequalled natural beauties, alternative tourism, ecotourism and archeology. Read More

 Day 9 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 10 - Puntarenas

Puntarenas is the Pacific coast gateway to Costa Rica. From Puntarenas visit the Rain Forest, Cloud Forest and Poas National Park. Also see San Jose, the capital city, located in the central valley at an altitude of 3,450 feet enjoying a "Spring-Like" average temperature of 72 degrees.

The country is located on the Central American isthmus and is bounded on the north by Nicaragua, the Southeast by Panama, the east by the Atlantic Ocean and the west by the Pacific Ocean. With its tall mountains, forested slopes, green pasture lands and lush vegetation, Costa Rica is often referred to as the "Switzerland of Central America." A mountainous country, Costa Rica ranges from sea level to peaks as high as 13,000 feet and a succession of white, sandy beaches follow one another along the Pacific Coast. The country was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1502. Rumors of vast gold treasures (which never materialized ) led to the country's name - "Rich Coast." Read More

 Day 11 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 12 - Panama Canal

The Panama Canal was completed in 1914 under the administration of Teddy Roosevelt at a cost of $533 million, requiring 35,000 men and 10 years to build. An engineering marvel, no pumps are used in filling or emptying the locks or "steps" that rise and fall between the two mighty oceans on either side. The Canal saves 13,000 miles of ocean travel around the tip of South America for vessels that traverse the 51.7 mile course. It takes 58 million gallons of water for a single ship to descend the 85 feet from the Pacific to the Atlantic, and takes a mere 8 hours. Read More

 Day 13 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 14 - Oranjestad

Oranjestad, the lovely Dutch-gabled capital, is situated on the southwest coast of Aruba. Enjoy the beautiful beaches, colorful Dutch-style houses, busy duty-free shops, and glittering casinos. Read More

 Day 15 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 16 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy your vacation onboard your ship. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 Day 17 - Ft. Lauderdale

Known as the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale has 165 miles of canals that wind through this waterfront city. With plenty of sun and sand, you'll find the beaches inviting and only minutes from elegant shops and championship golf courses. After dark, the town offers many five-star restaurants and exciting nightclubs, all set in a lush tropical environment. Read More