Itineraries
The Americas Odyssey
January 5, 2010 - 16 Days
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| Date | Port | Arrival | Depart | |
| Jan 5 | T | Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
From the bustling city center to the sandy beaches that seem to form a halo around this Floridian playground, Fort Lauderdale is alive with activity. The waterways are dotted with luxury yachts from harbors around the world, and exclusive homes line the waterfront. The posh boutiques on Las Olas Boulevard cater to the sophisticated sun-worshipers who enjoy "the season" in Florida. |
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| 6 | W | CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEA | ||
| 7 | TH | CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEA | ||
| 8 | F | Cartagena, Colombia
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Cartagena, Colombia
The Spanish founded Cartagena, officially known as Cartagena de Indias, in 1533. The city rapidly became a thriving commercial port, where precious stones and minerals from the New World awaited shipment to back to Spain. Situated in a bay in the Caribbean Sea, Cartagena had the most extensive fortifications in South America, once guarded by 29 stone forts and a high wall of coral-stone measuring sixteen miles long, forty feet high and fifty feet wide. Completed in 1657, the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas is said to be the most grandiose work of military architecture erected by Spain in the Americas. Other notable buildings are the cathedral, the Jesuit church of San Juan de Dios, and the palace that served as the headquarters of the Spanish Inquisition in South America. Today, Cartagena's riches are found in the Boca Grande, an area of the city with beautiful waterfront hotels, trendy restaurants, casinos and boutiques. |
1:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 9 | S | CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEA | ||
| 10 | SU | TRANSITING THE PANAMA CANAL | ||
| 11 | M | CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN | ||
| 12 | T | Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
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Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Christopher Columbus discovered Costa Rica in 1502, when he landed near Puerto Limón on the Atlantic shore. Impressed by the stunning natural beauty, Columbus thought he had discovered a land of vast wealth, and named it Costa Rica, meaning "Rich Coast." The unspoiled splendor of the region is one of its main attractions, a paradise where orchids bloom year round, and forests of rosewood, cedar and mahogany scent the air. The rain forests, starting just inside the coastline and continuing into the mountain ranges, contain meandering rivers, magnificent waterfalls, national parks and wildlife preserves. Puerto Caldera is located between the volcanic beaches of Golfo de Nicoya and some of the highest mountains in Costa Rica, and is known as the Gateway to San Jose. |
8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 13 | W | CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN | ||
| 14 | TH | Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
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Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Once the site of an impressive ancient Mayan civilization, Guatemala was conquered by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Alvarado in 1524. Puerto Quetzal is Guatemala's largest Pacific Ocean port, offering access to the natural and historic wonders of Guatemala. Beyond the black-sand beaches that surround Puerto Quetzal, a narrow ribbon of lowland runs the length of the Pacific shore, where local farmers raise cotton, sugar, bananas and maize. Bordering the fertile lowlands, the Guatemalan highlands suddenly emerge, rising to heights of 2500 to 3000 feet. The lower slopes of these mountains support coffee plantations and cattle ranches. Jutting boldly from the southern highlands is a string of volcanoes, adding even more drama to this diverse land of ancient Maya ruins, Spanish Colonial heritage and breathtaking scenery. |
6:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 15 | F | CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN | ||
| 16 | S | Acapulco, Mexico
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Acapulco, Mexico
The first inhabitants of what is now Acapulco were the Nahuas, a tribe of people that preceded the Aztecs. In 1521, the Spaniard Francisco Chico arrived and named the region Santa Lucía. The city became a key trading port between Asia and America, and galleons sailed in and out of Acapulco, trading silver worth millions of pesos for silk, porcelain, spices and ivory from the Orient. The Mexican War of Independence ended the galleon trade, and Acapulco remained a sleepy town until the 1920s when Acapulco became a popular tourist destination for Europeans. Today, Acapulco has something for everyone: brilliant sunny weather, dramatic mountains plunging into the cool blue sea, food for the most adventurous palate, and nightlife for the heartiest. |
8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 17 | SU | CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN | ||
| 18 | M | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas is ideally located where the Mexican desert collides with the confluence of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, producing postcard perfect views. Once a hideout for pirates and a tranquil fishing village, Cabo is located at the southernmost tip of the magnificent Baja peninsula, and is blessed with what many describe as the perfect climate. Long a favorite for anglers out to land the "big one," Cabo San Lucas also has great beaches, unlimited shopping options, restaurants and cantinas, and a variety of hotels and resorts. Cabo is also known for El Arco, a magnificent natural rock formation at Land’s End and Playa Medano, Cabo San Lucas' long white sand beach. |
10:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 19 | T | CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN | ||
| 20 | W | CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEAN | ||
| 21 | TH | Los Angeles, Ca, Usa
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Los Angeles, Ca, Usa
Los Angeles is a city spinning with energy and creativity, where tomorrow’s trends are born, nurtured and released. Having one of the best climates in the world, Los Angeles draws visitors year-round from all over the world. Officially founded in 1781, the modern-day metropolis of Los Angeles sprawls across over 4,000 square miles between the beautiful Pacific Ocean and the snowcapped San Gabriel mountains. Los Angeles is considered the entertainment capital of the world, a vibrant city of visual delights with more museums than any other U.S. city. |
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