Sunfarer March 2022

Sunfarer

Cruising the Panama Canal

Holland America Line

ms Eurodam

March 9, 2022 to March 20, 2022

12 Days

Meals:

All Meals

1.5 Easy

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For over three hundred years man dreamed of linking the Caribbean and the Pacific, but it was not until the beginning of the last century and the drive of President Theodore Roosevelt that the ‘Big Ditch’ was actually built. Today it stands as one of man’s greatest engineering feats and a marvel to behold. Now we can transit the Canal as well as Gatun Lake nearby in one day, in the gracious comfort of Holland America’s ms Eurodam, one of the renewed ships to be added to the fleet and sure to please even the most discriminating traveller. In addition to the highlight of our trip, the Panama Canal, we will explore exciting ports of call in Aruba, Curaçao, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica. Don’t delay booking as space on this cruise will not last forever.

Travel Info - Cruise

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Canada / Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Embark / Sail 4:00pm

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At Sea

Thursday, March 10, 2022

BLD

At Sea

Friday, March 11, 2022

BLD

Oranjestad, Aruba

Saturday, March 12, 2022

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 11:00pm

BLD

Willemstad (Curacao), Antilles

Sunday, March 13, 2022

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 11:00pm

BLD

At Sea

Monday, March 14, 2022

BLD

Cartagena, Colombia

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Arrive 7:00am / Sail 1:00pm

BLD

Cruising Panama Canal and Gatun Lake

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Enter Canal 5:00am / cruising
Gatun Lake 9:00am - 10:00am
Exit Canal, Cristobal 1:00pm
Colon, Panama
Arrive 3:00pm / Sail 8:00pm

BLD

Puerto Limon (San Jose), Costa Rica

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Arrive 6:30am / Sail 4:00pm

BLD

At Sea

Friday, March 18, 2022

BLD

At Sea

Saturday, March 19, 2022

BLD

Fort Lauderdale / Canada

Sunday, March 20, 2022

Arrive 7:00am / Disembark / Fly Home

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1.5 Easy

This cruise is suitable for all passengers who meet our basic criteria for group travel.

Inclusive Features
11 night cruise on the ms Eurodam, based on sharing a twin bedded stateroom in category selected All meals and entertainment on board Services of our cruise escort and/or cruise director Baggage handling shipside All gratuities for included shipboard service All cruise line taxes and fees Air - inclusive rates also include: Estimated return economy airfare from cities listed; Transfers between the airport and the ship; All current air taxes, fuel surcharges and fees; Airport transfers in Canada or equivalent value

Inclusive Features

11 night cruise on the ms Eurodam, based on sharing a twin bedded stateroom in category selected
All meals and entertainment on board
Services of our cruise escort and/or cruise director
Baggage handling shipside
All gratuities for included shipboard service
All cruise line taxes and fees
Air - inclusive rates also include: Estimated return economy airfare from cities listed; Transfers between the airport and the ship; All current air taxes, fuel surcharges and fees; Airport transfers in Canada or equivalent value

Ports of Call

Port Title

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US

Port Description

You can enjoy the sunny Fort Lauderdale Beach or take a nice stroll along the historic Riverwalk. You will be delighted by the lush tropical waterfront parks, cafes, restaurants and museums. You could also simply go window shopping in the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or even venture to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.
Port Title

Oranjestad, Aruba

Port Description

You can explore the colourful floating markets, head to the beach or even venture into the countryside to see the green parakeet, the unique gardens of Casibari and the curious divi-divi tree.
Port Title

Willemstad (Curaçao), Antilles

Port Description

The vistas of this charming port city embrace you from three sides: gabled storybook houses, a harbour that cuts through the city like an Amsterdam canal, and beautifully restored Dutch colonial buildings brimming with duty-free treasures.
Port Title

Cartagena, Colombia

Port Description

Once the most important city of the Spanish Main, this historic centre boasts a magnificent fortress, colonial architecture, pristine off shore islands and the world’s finest emeralds.
Port Title

Panama Canal, Panama

Port Description

The main highlight on this cruise is the transit through the Atlantic locks of the Panama Canal and sailing up to and cruising the man-made Gatun Lake. Experience passing through the massive locks (each of which is over 1,000 feet long and 81 feet wide) while learning about the history and design of this international scenic waterway.
Port Title

Gatun Lake, Panama

Port Description

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.
Port Title

Colón, Panama

Port Description

Colón lies on the stunning Caribbean coast of Panama, where unparalleled beaches and lush tropical scenery are de rigueur. In nearby Portobello, you might want to discover the ruins of Spanish forts, watch the colourful yachts sailing in the bay or hunt for treasures in the local markets. Travelling to the Gatun Locks allows for a bird's eye view of the immense ships passing through the Panama Canal.
Port Title

Puerto Limón, Costa Rica

Port Description

If you desire searching iridescent blue morpho butterflies, sloths, turtle nesting grounds and wise old shamans, well this is the place! But if you are more into local food, then you might want to explore the capital city of San Jose, where museums beckon and markets burst with luscious local tastes such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples or papayas.

Holland America Line

ms Eurodam

Holland America Line

A member of Holland America Line’s first Signatureclass ship, the ms Eurodam, is breathtaking in every detail. It offers a world of spacious staterooms, elegant public rooms, expansive teak decks and interiors inspired by musical instruments bringing a new world of sights and sounds to her guests. She provides unforgettable entertainment experiences with her two-story World Stage, the Music Walk, Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King’s Blues Club and Billboard Onboard, each presenting a variety of live music nightly. Twenty different lounges, bars and restaurants are yours to enjoy from the casual poolside grill to the Dining Room set on two floors and framed by views of the sea. The transformed Lido is now a modern marketplace offering different themed stations and selections. The Pinnacle Grill is an intimate alternative dining option, and at the Tamarind you can discover exotic tastes evoking traditional Asian cuisine. A complete Promenade deck, two pools and a superb fitness centre, spa and beauty parlour are all yours to enjoy. All staterooms feature two lower beds, which can convert to a queen, a private bathroom with shower and interactive flat-screen TV with on-demand movies.

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Pricing

Cruise cost in Canadian Dollars, per person:

Category – Stateroom Description (Deck)	Single	Double
K Inside (Various)	$3,955	$2,535
J Inside (Main)	$4,255	$2,725
E Outside (Main)	$4,455	$2,815
DD Outside (Main)	$4,495	$2,835
D Outside (Main)	$4,545	$2,865
C Outside (Main)	$4,585	$2,885
VC Veranda (Various)	$5,855	$3,315
VA Veranda Suite (Upper Promenade, Upper Veranda)	$6,055	$3,415
V Veranda Suite (Veranda, Upper Veranda)	$6,165	$3,465

Above rates are per person based on sharing the category chosen and include all of the applicable inclusive features. Cruise costs above are based on joining and leaving at shipside in Fort Lauderdale. See deck plan for full details on various categories available. Single rates are based on sole occupancy. For your complete cost, add the airfare noted below from your home city.

Pricing

Sample Airfares from cities across Canada

Departure Location	Departure Price
Toronto	$785
Ottawa / Montreal	$895
Halifax / Winnipeg	$995
Regina / Saskatoon	$1,145
Calgary / Edmonton / Vancouver	$1,095
Victoria	$1,145

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE: Your health, safety and security are our top priority. Best practices to combat the spread of COVID-19 are ever-evolving. For peace of mind, your deposit for this journey is fully refundable until December 1, 2021. Learn more...

VACCINATIONS AND TRAVEL: Many destinations and cruise lines are now requiring guests to be fully vaccinated. To ensure a smooth journey we will be requiring all group members to be fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure. This policy is subject to change to meet the evolving travel landscape. Learn more...

Pricing Details

Airfares from other gateways are available on request. Airfares and air carrier are subject to change and will be confirmed prior to final payment. Refer to inclusive features for details.
Preliminary Air Pricing: Air prices are estimated (subject to confirmation). Final pricing will be advised once flights are confirmed. Cruise price is based on sharing a twin-bedded stateroom with private bathroom. Prices are based on rates, taxes and fees effective March 2021. Prices are subject to change due to factors beyond our control. This cruise will operate with a minimum of two members as listed.

Prices DO NOT INCLUDE the cost of insurance which is available and is highly recommended. Premiums vary with the cost, length of the trip, and the traveller’s age. For passengers up to and including 74 years on departure date, premiums will range from $312 to $518 pp plus applicable taxes. Cost supplements for travellers aged 75-85 will range from $513 to $952 pp plus applicable taxes. Clients 86 years and older and/or clients residing outside Ontario – please contact our staff for procedures. This insurance is effective from the date of purchase and carries limitations on pre-existing medical conditions. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. Refer to our terms and conditions for more details.

Deposit Amount:

$900 per person

Final Payment Date:

Wednesday, December 1, 2021