SOLAR ECLIPSE CRUISE INDONESIA 2016 2016 March 1-17 Reserve Your Cabin on Holland America's ms Volendam and Cruise to Exotic Indonesia "What you see in an eclipse is entirely different from what you know" ~Annie Dillard, from Teaching a Stone to Talk (1982) WITNESS ONE OF NATURE'S MOST UNIQUE SPECTACLES FROM THE MAKASSAR STRAIT View a total eclipse of the sun from a spacious but mid-sized ship « Small enough to preserve personal service » « Large enough for full range amenities and activities » « Tour the diverse and exotic Indonesian Archipelago » « Complimentary bottle of wine per cabin » « Safe eclipse viewers provided & our coveted eclipse T-shirts » « We can arrange air, shore excursions & extended itineraries at no extra cost » « We monitor cruise specials and will pass savings on to you » WE HAVE NO HIDDEN SERVICE, BOOKING OR TOUR FEES Continental Capers Travel 4061 N.W. 43rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606 USA 352-240-1004 [email protected] astroadventures.net 011115 OVERVIEW OF THE TOTAL ECLIPSE CRUISE 16-DAY CRUISE ON HOLLAND AMERICA'S ms VOLENDAM A Country with the Ultimate Diversity Hosts a Total Eclipse of the Sun Indonesia he Republic of Indonesia, is the world's largest archipelago, a vast equatorial collection of 17,000 Tislands, extending 3,200 miles (5,150 kilometers) east to west, between the Indian and Pacific Oceans in Southeast Asia. Its land area is 15 largest in the world. Many islands are filled with dense, luxurious rain forests, fertile ricelands, savannah grass lands and beautiful mountainous regions. The country has about 400 volcanoes, most in the world, including 130 that are active with about 70 erupting in historical time. (Trekking to active volcanoes is a passion for some.) The largest islands include Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo), Sulawesi, and the Indonesian part of New Guinea (known as Papua or Irian Jaya). Mother Temple of Besakih-Bali Much of the county's peoples live near the coast, rivers and lakes, a result of the geography and tropical climate. Its population is fourth largest in the world (more than 250 million) and the country is host to an enormously varied set of cultures (more than 100 ethnic groups and 700 languages) including the world's largest Muslim population (87%). More than 90% of the population can read or write. Renown locations include Jakarta (capital and largest city), Sumatra, Bali, Komodo Island (home to the world's largest monitor lizard), and Kalamatran (Indonesian Borneo). Culturally, Indonesia fascinates visitors with a rich diversity of ancient temples, music, from traditional to modern pop, dances, rituals and ways of life. These vary from island to island and from region to region. Its peoples are friendly, gracious and warm. The Voyage Discover this diverse and exotic land aboard Holland America's ms Volendam, a fleet ship belonging to a recognized leader in cruising. Continuous updates have brought this mid-sized ship into the 21st century (first in its fleet to boast a dedicated Internet center). Holland America Line has made it a practice to employ Indonesian crew members, touting friendliness and efficiency. Service is phenomenal. Waitstaff and cabin stewards are primarily Indonesian and Filipino; most officers are European, and many from Holland. The ms Volendam also enjoys a particularly high ratio of repeat cruisers who are extremely loyal to this cruise line and frequently sail on this ship. Continental Capers Travel • 4061 N.W. 43rd St. • Gainesville • FL • 32606 • USA • 352-240-1004 • 800-446-0705 CONTACT US Enjoy the convenience of cruising on a four-star mid-size ship, visit eight exotic ports on this sixteen day cruise . and also see one of nature's grandest spectacles, A TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE SUN, an event never to be forgotten! (Holland America is known for past solar eclipse cruising) RESERVATIONS CONTACT Marian P. Cohen Telephone (352) 240-1004 Toll-Free (800) 446-0705 Fax (352) 378-0937 Main Office (352) 378-1406 E-Mail [email protected] OFFICE HOURS Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time MAILING ADDRESS Continental Capers Travel Center, Inc. 4061 NW 43 Street Gainesville, FL 32606 USA Continental Capers Travel • 4061 N.W. 43rd St. • Gainesville • FL • 32606 • USA • 352-240-1004 • 800-446-0705 ITINERARY 16-DAY CRUISE ON HOLLAND AMERICA'S ms VOLENDAM Embark Singapore — Disembark Singapore PORT NOTES CO Cruising Only • ON Overnight • SX Access to Shore Limited to Shore Excursion TC Times Subject to Tidal Condition • TR Tender Required • VX VISA Required Shore excursion information available later Continental Capers Travel • 4061 N.W. 43rd St. • Gainesville • FL • 32606 • USA • 352-240-1004 • 800-446-0705 THE SHIP: HOLLAND AMERICA'S ms VOLENDAM MID-SIZED CRUISING WITH ALL THE AMENITIES Spacious Public Rooms and Elegant Staterooms OVERVIEW ur sixteen-day Indonesian cruise from Singapore south and east through the China and Java Seas to Othe Makassar Strait skirting Indonesia's archipelago islands is aboard Holland America's spacious and luxurious ms Volendam. This medium-size cruise ship is large enough to provide abundant amenities and activities but small enough to provide personal service including exceptional service for the physically challenged. Maneuvering on the ms Volendam is easy. Both the ship's size and layout help make it comfortable within minutes and one usually does not feel crowded (an advantage for eclipse observing). The ship also has many hidden nooks for those who wish to get away. Artful floral motifs throughout the ship's spacious public rooms and elegant staterooms give the ship a beautiful garden theme. An abundance of floral fabrics and tapestries, and huge vases of tropical floral arrangements and chrysanthemums complement the ship's artwork and interior flower theme. Features of the ship include the Crow's Nest with its panoramic views, Explorations Coffee Cafe with well-stocked library and games, various dining options including an alternative restaurant, children's and teen areas, and a Microsoft® Digital Workshop. Staterooms include interior and exterior cabins, some with verandas and deluxe suites. SHIP FACTS Continental Capers Travel • 4061 N.W. 43rd St. • Gainesville • FL • 32606 • USA • 352-240-1004 • 800-446-0705 The Ship (continued) Dining and Activities • Atrium (stunning, three-deck futuristic common area) • Lido Pool, Oasis Pool, Hydro Pool & Terrace Grill (outdoor dining by the pool with sliding roof) • Casino (games for all levels, as well as complimentary lessons) • Rotterdam Main Dining Room (two-tiered dining room with sea views; impeccable service/extensive wine list, five-course menus) • Pinnacle Grill (an intimate reservations-only venue; elegant, sophisticated dining) • Crow's Nest (sweeping 270º views during day; hip, fashionable nightclub evenings) • Canaletto Restaurant (intimate Italian dinners; personal, polished service) • Exploration's Cafe (comfortable, coffee house; extensive library, Internet access) • Culinary Arts Center (state-of-art demonstration kitchen; interactive gourmet cooking lessons) • Lido Restaurant (relaxed ambiance for all meals; variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties) • Greenhouse Spa & Salon (heavenly beauty & wellness; facials, hot stone massages, thermal suite, hair and nails done) • Digital Workshop, Powered by Windows® (learn how to share digital memories; free workshops taught by Microsoft-trained "techsperts") • Frans Hals Show Lounge (talented vocalists, dancers, illusionists, comedians, variety acts) Youth Facilities • Club HAL & Game Room (supervised dedicated youth facilities/activities for kids ages 3–12) • The Loft & Oasis (for teens ages 13–17 to have fun, socialize, hang out) Other Areas • Hudson Card Room, Piano Bar, Wine Tasting Room • Shopping Arcade, Art Gallery, Launderette, Medical Center STATEROOMS Holland America Line ships are known for their graceful mid-sized ships with a generous amount of personal space. The ms Volendam has four major staterooms types: Interior, Ocean-View, Lanai, Vista Suites (Verandah Suites) and Neptune Suites (Deluxe Verandah Suites). All Staterooms: Flat-panel TV & DVD player, telephone, multi-channel music, 5X make-up mirror, hair dryer, complementary fresh fruit on request, elegant ice bucket & serving tray for in-stateroom beverages, luxurious beds with Premium Euro-Top mattresses and cotton linens, terry cloth bathrobes for use during cruise, ice, shoeshine and nightly turndown service, 100% Egyptian cotton towels, premium massage shower heads. fragrant soaps, lotions and shampoo. Not all staterooms within each category have same furniture configuration and/or facilities. Room measurements approximate. See deck plans for specific information. Continental Capers Travel • 4061 N.W. 43rd St. • Gainesville • FL • 32606 • USA • 352-240-1004 • 800-446-0705 STATEROOM DETAILS Categories marked by an asterisk (*) have more than one view type. Also configuration of Accessible Staterooms may vary. Use stateroom number to verify view. Stateroom Images are representative of staterooms in that category and type. Some rooms in the same category may have different furniture configurations and/or facilities. Room measurements are approximate. STATEROOM TYPES • Large or Standard Interior: Categories: • Large: I, J*, K, L, M, MM • Standard: J*, N, NN 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen. Private bath/shower. All L-, N- and NN-Category Staterooms also have 1 sofa bed & pullman upper. M & MM-Category Staterooms: also 1 sofa bed. (Approx. 182–293 sq. ft.) Also fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo