Itinerary:
Sunday, April 21
Depart Cedar Rapids for Miami.A shuttle will take us from the airport to the ship where we embark at 5:30 pm.
Monday, April 22
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas 7:00am to 2:00pm. (Tender Port) This is one of Norwegian Cruise Lines private island resorts with beautiful white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. There are plenty of things to do from snorkeling, kayaking, to taking a wave runner ride to just relaxing in your private beachfront cabana. Or enjoy their 8500 square foot beach buffet.
Tuesday, April 23
A day at sea.
Wednesday, April 24
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, 11:00am to 4:00pm. Charlotte Amalie is one of the most breathtaking harbors in the world. Once home to pirates of long ago, today visitors find treasures of a different kind. St Thomas offers some the best shopping of all the islands.
Thursday, April 25
Tortola, British Virgin Islands, 6:00am to 2:00pm. The area was first discovered by Christopher Columbus himself in 1493. This exotic, peaceful island is home to both towering mahogany trees and white sand beaches. If you are in for a good hike, the region offers a challenging hike that extends 1,780 feet up Sage Mountain.It’s a great spot for birdwatching and breathtaking views of Tortola and neighboring islands.
Friday, April 26
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, 10:00am to 6:00pm. Puerto Plata (or officially known as San Felipe de Puerto Plata) is the ninth largest city in the Dominican Republic and the capital of the province of Puerto Plata. For spectacular city views, take a ride up the Pico Isabel de Torres Mountain which stands over 2600 feet high.If you’re a history buff, visit Fortaleza San Felipe, which was built in the 16th Century and served as a prison under the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo. Or head to the Amber Museum, a museum filled with a unique collection of valuable Dominican amber.
Saturday, April 27
At sea
Sunday, April 28
7:00am Disembark the ship and shuttle back to the airport for our flight home.
Signing up for this cruise trip is different than what we normally do. A cruise simply offers so many options and choices that it’s just easier for each of you to book directly with Concierge Cruises in Ft Meyers, Florida. To make your reservation, call Concierge Cruises at (239) 772-1840 in Florida. Reservations must be made in groups of two. You both will have to get together and call in your reservation at the same time as they will need specific personal information from each of you.
You need to say you are calling to sign up for the East Iowa Ski Club group cruise. In addition to specifying which room choice you want (ocean view or balcony) and if you are flying with the group, you need to have all your personal information including your passport number. Additionally, they will ask for your emergency contact name and phone number, and if you will be purchasing travel insurance through Concierge Cruises, and of course, then have your credit card ready.
Our rooms are on decks 10 and 11. They may be able to tell your room number on the call or send it to you later. Other decisions you will need to make soon are which shore excursions you would like.
There is a lot of information in this article so please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions. marty@eastiowaskiclub.com or log in to see his phone number above.
~article by Marty Stimson, Club President