12-Day Ancient Explorer Cruise - Duluth Travel/ American Express -

Day	Port	Arrive	Depart
0	Athens		5:00 PM
1	Katakolon	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
2	At Sea
3	Venice	8:00 AM
4	Venice		12:00 PM
5	Dubrovnik	10:00 AM	11:59 PM
6	Kotor	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
7	Corfu	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
8	At Sea
9	Valletta	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
10	Trapani	8:00 AM	4:00 PM
11	Naples	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
12	Civitavecchia	7:00 AM
Number of Nights: 12

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Mediterranean Cruises

Discover centuries of art and culture. From the wonders of Egypt, Greece, Turkey, Spain, and Italy, to the beautiful beaches of the Black Sea and the French Riviera, our Mediterranean cruise vacations have something for everyone.

Explore the lands where Western Civilization was born and where the fine art of living has been perfected ever since. Discover the Mediterranean's ancient empires and the wonders of the Holy Lands. Indulge in the delicious cuisines of Italy, France and Spain. Shop for treasures in silver, gold, leather and ceramics. Enjoy overnight stays and more time in Barcelona, Venice, and Istanbul. Holland America Line's Mediterranean cruise vacations offer an unequalled Europe cruise experience at an incredible value. Delve into 25 centuries of history, art, and culture while traveling in the easy and elegant comfort of your Holland America Line ship.

Discover the charms and wonders of Europe while savoring 5-star accommodations, cuisine, entertainment and activities. Visiting Europe has never been easier or a better value than with Holland America Line Europe cruises.

ms Westerdam

The ms Westerdam is the third in Holland America Line's series of Vista-class ships. As such, she embraces the latest industry and environmental technologies such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system. Most of her staterooms have ocean views and many have private verandahs.

The theme of ms Westerdam's art collection is Dutch heritage in the New World. Art ranges from paintings of historic Dutch ships, such as Henry Hudson's Half Moon, to a huge Indian silver-overlaid wood palace doorway, a bone tobacco pipe carved in the shape of a woman's head to a collection of 5,000-year-old pre-Columbian carved limestone figures from Ecuador. Contemporary pieces include an original Andy Warhol portrait and signature sculptures by Sedona artist Susanna Holt.

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Holland America Line

All cruise lines in the world will tell you they're the best. That they offer the best food, the best entertainment, the best ships. But there is one cruise line that lives up to its boast: Holland America Line... recognized time and time again as the "best premium cruise line" and "best overall cruise value." What must a cruise line do to earn such acclaim? Big things you would expect of a great cruise line. And little things that make Holland America Line the Premium Cruise Line.

Escape depends on leaving a world of routine, regiment and restrictions behind and entering a carefree, graceful world where everything seems to exist for you alone. Such is the world of Holland America Line, recognized time and time again as the "best premium cruise line" - and for seven years running, the "best overall cruise value."

High praise, indeed. Yet, we earn every accolade with the kind of service you simply won't find on any other cruise line. When, for instance, was the last time a bartender poured your favorite beer into a tall glass, frosted as it should be? When a waiter dutifully noted that you prefer regular coffee with breakfast, decaf after dinner, and served both in a Rosenthal china cup? When someone brought fresh fruit to your room every day, and turned down your bed each night, placing a chocolate medallion on your pillow?

In addition to the big things you would expect of a great cruise line, these are some of the little things that make Holland America Line the Premium Cruise Line.