Three ships tofeature 22 seven- and 11-daycruises through 2019
SEATTLE, Sept. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --From mariachito margaritas, the vibrant spirit of Mexico comes alive aboard three HollandAmerica Line ships during the 2019 Mexico cruise season. FromJanuary through December 2019,Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam and Oosterdam willsail a series of seven- and 11-day cruises roundtrip fromSan Diego, California, thatinclude calls at Mazatlán, Cabo SanLucas and Puerto Vallarta,Mexico.
Boasting sun-kissed skies, golden beaches and azure seas, theMexican Riviera is an ideal getaway for travelers looking to visita tropical destination that's rich in culture, color and cuisine.On board, Explorations Central (EXC) programming brings the countryto life through local entertainment, regional dishes, destinationpresentations and more.
"Mexico cruises are among ourmost popular because they are perfect for a traveler who wants botha sun and beach filled itinerary along with a culturally richdestination wrapped into one vacation," said Orlando Ashford, president of Holland AmericaLine. "By featuring up to three Mexican ports of call on oneitinerary, our cruises offer a deeply comprehensive and immersiveopportunity to become connected to the people and traditions ofMexico."
Mexican Riviera Sailings Roundtrip from San Diego
All Mexican Riviera cruiseswill call at Cabo San Lucas,Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta,giving guests a great feel for the country and all that it offers.Three sea days provide time to relax and explore the abundance ofamenities on board.
Guests can expand their cruise to include more of the West Coastaboard Eurodam sailing from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada,Oct. 15, on a unique 11-day itinerarydown to San Diego that also callsat Santa Barbara, California. Forthose with less time, this cruise can be taken as a seven-dayitinerary departing San DiegoOct. 19. Eurodam offers eightadditional seven-day cruises through 2019, and its sister ship,Nieuw Amsterdam, will also explore the region on sixsailings starting March 17.Oosterdam will sail into the region Oct. 6 on its first of eight seven-day sailing,including two festive Mexican Riviera Holiday voyages departingDec. 21 and Dec 28.
Popular Ports Highlight the Itineraries
During thesail into San Diego, guests aretreated to scenic cruising past CoronadoIsland, Cabrillo National Monument and Point Loma. The shipconveniently docks near downtown, so guests can walk onCoronado Island's sandy beach, takein the Old Town or have a wild time at the famous San Diego Zoo,time permitting.
At the tip of the BajaPeninsula, Cabo San Lucasis one of Mexico's mostrecognizable ports of call thanks to its unique rock archformation. Whether lounging on a powdery beach, exploring on afour-wheel-drive adventure or taking to the sea in search of a graywhale, guests will find Cabo offers something for every type oftraveler.
Mazatlán, known as the "Pearl of the Pacific," is where the Seaof Cortez and the Pacific Ocean meet, creating an incrediblesportfishing environment. It's also a haven for watersports,historic sites and nature. Locals treat visitors likeamigos, making it a coastal city with plenty of allure.
Puerto Vallarta has it all —from gorgeous beaches and activities galore to chic shops andstylish restaurants. The quaint Old Town greets visitors with anenticing mix of red-tiled buildings, cobbled streets and bustlingopen markets, while eco-adventures show off Mexico's flora and fauna in this paradise onearth.
Explorations Central Brings Mexican Culture on Board
Throughout the voyages, EXC programming brings Mexico's local traditions, culinary tastes andcultural experiences to life onboard. Through EXC Encounters, amariachi band in traditional attire will perform onboard, while abarbecue on Lido Deck features authentic Mexican dishes. Guests whowant to learn more about the country can attend an EXC Talk by anEXC Guide or head to America's Test Kitchen for a cookingdemonstration, cooking class or themed mixology class featuringlocal fare.
The Dining Room and Lido Market also will showcase the flavorsof Mexico, while bars will offer avariety of Mexican liquors and ingredients. The ship's ambiancewill be enhanced by Mexican floral varieties, and guests will bewelcomed in their staterooms with Mexican towel creations.
The EXC Team will provide further customized guidance for theMexican calls, and the in-stateroom EXC Channel will feature aselection of curated films, documentaries and TV shows exploringdestinations on the ship's itinerary.
Holland America Line'sExplorations Central recently received top honors for outstandingOverall Cruise Education Program from a leading travel industrypublication.
For more information,contact a travel professional, call1-877-SAIL-HAL (1-877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
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About Holland America Line [a division of CarnivalCorporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
HollandAmerica Line's fleet of 14 shipsoffers more than 500 cruises to more than 400 ports in 98countries, territories or dependencies around the world. Fromshorter getaways to 113-day itineraries, the company's cruisesvisit all seven continents with highlights including Antarctica explorations, South America circumnavigations and exoticAustralia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages; andpopular sailings to the Caribbean,Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Europe and the Panama Canal. The line welcomedKoningsdam in 2016 and has a second Pinnacle Classship, Nieuw Statendam, to be delivered inNovember 2018. A third Pinnacle Classship, due for delivery in 2021, recently was announced.
The company is undergoing $300million in brand enhancements to secure its position as theleader in premium cruising. Fleetwide, the ships feature innovativeinitiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused ondestination immersion and personalized travel. Guests can expandtheir knowledge through an exclusive partnership with O, The OprahMagazine; during an America's Test Kitchen show; at ExplorationsCafé, powered by The New York Times;and by taking a Digital Workshop powered by Windows. Outstandingentertainment fills each evening at venues including Lincoln CenterStage, Billboard Onboard and B.B. King's Blues Club. The diningexperience can be savored at a variety of restaurants with menusthat feature selections from Holland America Line's esteemedCulinary Council that comprises world-famous chefs who designdishes exclusively for our guests.
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