Monday, October 14, 2024
Typically, I never think of the port of Boston and the Caribbean together. The port of Ft. Lauderdale and Caribbean – yes; the port of Miami and Caribbean – yes; Boston and Caribbean – not so much.
So, I was intrigued when I saw this three-week itinerary pop up for Fall. Holland America (HAL) named the itinerary “The Perfect Caribbean Escape.” I thought it was a bold claim, but I was excited to see Bermuda included. We’ve never been to Bermuda and have always wanted to go but it’s not been offered out of Ft. Lauderdale or Miami. So, we signed up.
We are going to sail on the HAL Zuiderdam again. We just disembarked her a little over a month ago after sailing from Boston to Quebec and back to Boston. As I have mentioned before, I like the size of the ship, but I do miss the amenities offered by the larger HAL Pinnacle class ships.
I am looking forward to having a balcony room this time. I hope the weather cooperates enough that we are able to enjoy it to the fullest. Relaxing on the balcony with coffee in the morning or a cocktail in the evening are two of my favorite cruise activities.
We have been to most of these islands except Bermuda and two others – Guadeloupe and Grenada. We have several snorkeling excursions planned. And I’d still like to go to Maho Beach in Sint Maarten to watch the airplanes land, but I can never find a decent tour out there. If there are not too many ships in port, a taxi might be the answer.
I’m sure there will be several ports that we will just opt to stay on the ship and enjoy it while the majority of people are off enjoying the port.
For now, most of the packing is done – primarily shorts, t-shirts, and swimwear but I’ll definitely need something warmer for the 2 days in Boston. Forecast is high of 67 and when we get back to Boston – a high of 53.
Single digit countdown to embarkation!
Hello, i recently discovered your blog and have caught up on most of the entries. I have started telling my friends that you are my role model. I am going to travel just like you once i retire. I live cruises but have only gone on 3 cruises. Will be following your blog for this trip.