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Contents
ASIA 10 Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and
Arabia
EUROPE 16 Tulip Time in Holland by Barge 
NORTH AMERICA
SOUTH AMERICA
20 Cruising the Panama Canal
38 Galápagos: Evolution in Action
26 Transatlantic Crossing on
44 The White Continent: Fly and
the Queen Mary 2 ®
Sail Antarctica
32 Autumn Indulgence at Sea and
on Land
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The New York Times Times Journeys is about creating bespoke itineraries and traveling to destinations that tell a story accompanied by those who are expert on the subject matter — that is why we invite our journalists to join you and hand-pick other experts so they can help you discover more.
History “Times Journeys is a natural next step in the evolution of how The New York Times approaches travel.” — Monica Drake, Travel Editor
Travel has always been an important aspect of the newspaper, and one look into the archives clearly portrays this. As early as 1852, travel stories were already being published. However, a dedicated travel section didn’t fully emerge until 1923, under the guidance of Lester Markel — the man behind the Sunday editions from 1923 to 1964.
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Today
Our Future
Travel is so woven into our society that The Times regards this section as a pivotal part of its publication even today. Integrating hard-hitting world news with compelling journeys that delve into such topics as the Northern Ireland peace process or the plight of the planet in Antarctica, to bring it closer to you — Times readers — seems a natural progression in our approach to travel.
Times Journeys is the future of educational and pioneering travel. From the first travel articles to hit The New York Times pages to where we are today has been a journey in itself — and now we want to share that journey with you.
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Why Cruise With The New York Times? With Times journalists or specially selected subject matter experts, ordinary cruises become extraordinary. Times Journeys carefully selects destinations and operators to ensure that like-minded travelers are stimulated and educated in surroundings appropriate to the gold standard of journalism. Whether it’s a springtime idyll in the heart of tulip country, the colorful autumnal views of Canada and New England, the stunningly permanent whiteness of Antarctica, or a transatlantic voyage on the iconic Queen Mary 2 ®, Times Journeys cruises promise unforgettable experiences and unparalleled expertise. Travelers have the choice of hundreds of cruise ships, with hundreds of destinations. Most offer the promise of good food, beautiful sights or lots of relaxation. But only cruises with Times Journeys offer the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding backed by 165 years of The New York Times and its journalism.
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Times Journeys Experts When you travel with Times Journeys, you will be in good company; not only will you be traveling with like-minded individuals, but with New York Times journalists and Times-selected experts too. Depending on the tour, expect to be joined by experts in history, world affairs, politics, the arts. Their informative lectures are specifically designed to bring to life the remarkable civilizations and cultures of the regions you visit. Each one of our experts will educate and inspire you. Here are just a few of the experts confirmed for our 2016 program.
Ian Austen Times Correspondent Autumn Indulgence at Sea and on Land
Neil Amdur Former Times Recruiting Editor Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 速
Craig Benjamin, Ph.D. Associate Professor of History Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia
Richard Cohen Author and Publisher The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica
Roger Cohen Times Op-Ed Columnist Autumn Indulgence at Sea and on Land
Maureen Dowd Times Op-Ed Columnist Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia
Claudia Dreifus Times Writer The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica
George Freeman, J.D. Former Times First Amendment Attorney Autumn Indulgence at Sea and on Land
Ari Goldman Former Times Reporter Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 速
Steven Greenhouse Former Times Reporter Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 速
Jane Gross Former Times Corespondent Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 速
Warren Hoge Former Times Foreign Editor Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia
Carl Hulse Chief Times Washington Correspondent Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia
Ron Nixon Times Washington Correspondent Cruising the Panama Canal
Frederick E. Hoxie History Professor and Author Cruising the Panama Canal
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Joe Nocera Times Sports Columnist Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia
Frances Robles Times Correspondent Cruising the Panama Canal
Dan Schnur Academic Cruising the Panama Canal
Marlise Simons Times Correspondent Tulip Time in Holland by Barge
Dinitia Smith Times Arts Reporter Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 ÂŽ
John Noble Wilford Former Times Senior Science Correspondent GalĂĄpagos: Evolution in Action
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Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia Take a kaleidoscopic voyage from Thailand’s lush landscape to India’s beaches and urban scene, and the Arabian Peninsula’s ancient deserts and 21st-century skylines. Voyage from Singapore to the United Arab Emirates on the Celebrity Constellation. On board, hear from New York Times journalists and a world historian on topics ranging from Congress, politics, business and current events to international diplomacy and South Asian and Persian Gulf history. Sailing & Cruises Vessel Celebrity Constellation Places visited Singapore; Phuket, Thailand; Colombo, Sri Lanka; Cochin, New Mangalore, Goa and Mumbai (Bombay), India; Muscat, Oman; Dubai and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Itinerary 16 days, 15 nights 1 Singapore: Sail Away 2 At Sea: Strait of Malacca 3 Phuket: Jewel of the Andaman Sea 4 At Sea: In the Andaman Sea 5 At Sea: Across the Bay of Bengal 6 Sri Lanka: Serendipity’s Home 7 At Sea: In the Sea of Pearls 8 Cochin: A Spicy History 9 New Mangalore: A Tale of Temples and Churches 10 Goa: European Echoes Amid India’s Biodiversity 11 Mumbai: The Bustling Big Picture of India 12 At Sea: In the Arabian Sea 13 At Sea: The Gulf of Oman 14 Oman: A Pragmatic Kingdom 15 Dubai: City of Imagination 16 Abu Dhabi: Homeward Bound
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Journey Highlights • Mingle with award-winning Times journalists and experts. • Learn about politics, international and regional affairs, business and Asian history in exclusive settings. • Visit historic and exotic cities in ancient lands. • Expand your knowledge and experience many different cultures, and still have plenty of time to relax.
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Overview
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Singapore: Sail Away Depart 8pm At Sea: Strait of Malacca At Sea
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At Sea: In the Andaman Sea At Sea Meeting Times: 10:30am – 5pm
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At Sea: Across the Bay of Bengal At Sea Meeting Times: 10:30am – 5pm
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Sri Lanka: Serendipity’s Home Arrive 7am, Depart 7pm
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Mumbai: The Bustling Big Picture of India Arrive 10am, Depart 9pm
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At Sea: In the Arabian Sea At Sea Meeting Times: 10:30am – 5pm
At Sea: In the Sea of Pearls At Sea Meeting Times: 10:30am – 5pm
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At Sea: The Gulf of Oman At Sea Meeting Times: 10:30am – 5pm
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Cochin: A Spicy History Arrive 8:30am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 5 – 6pm
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Oman: A Pragmatic Kingdom Arrive 7am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 5 – 6pm
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New Mangalore: A Tale of Temples and Churches Arrive 8am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 5 – 6pm
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Dubai: City of Imagination Arrive noon, Depart 10pm
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Abu Dhabi: Homeward Bound Arrive 5am
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Goa: European Echoes Amid India’s Biodiversity Arrive 8am, Depart 6pm
Itinerary DAY 1
Singapore: Sail Away
Arrive in Singapore, and board the Celebrity Constellation in late morning. Meet your fellow Times Journeys travelers in the afternoon, as the Constellation heads into the Strait of Malacca, one of the world’s most vital shipping lanes, separating Singapore from the Malay Peninsula. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: L, D aboard ship
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At Sea: Strait of Malacca
As the Constellation sails northwest through the Strait of Malacca, attend your first Times Journeys seminar, focusing on current affairs. There will also be time to relax and get to know the Constellation and your fellow travelers. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship
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Phuket: Jewel of the Andaman Sea
Your first port of call is Phuket, Thailand. Ruled at one time by Portugal and the Netherlands, Phuket has an interesting blend of cultures and architectural styles. Phuket offers great beaches, or take a boat trip on a local “longtail� boat in Phang Nga Bay, with its spectacular limestone islands sculpted by the elements. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship
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DAY 4
At Sea: In the Andaman Sea
Spend a day absorbed in sessions with Times journalists as you traverse the Andaman Sea en route to the Bay of Bengal. Known for its valuable fisheries, innumerable verdant islands, biodiversity and spectacular coral reefs, the Andaman Sea also has an archipelago: the Andaman Islands, some of which belong to India and some to Myanmar. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 5
At Sea: Across the Bay of Bengal
Enjoy another full day at sea, filled with intellectual stimulation and informed discussion with your Times journalists, historian and fellow Times passengers. Today you cross the Bay of Bengal, the largest bay in the world. An arm of the Indian Ocean bordering India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Myanmar, the Bay of Bengal is fed by the confluence of the legendary Ganges, Irrawaddy and Brahmaputra Rivers. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 6
Sri Lanka: Serendipity’s Home
Spend the day in Sri Lanka, a world unto itself. Formerly called Ceylon, and even earlier known as Serendip, this teardrop-shaped nation is home to many religious and ethnic groups. Spend the day with its Buddhist culture, or experience its world-leading spice industry. Visit a tea plantation, or just relax. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 7
At Sea: In the Sea of Pearls
Head northwest in the Laccadive Sea. The Gulf of Mannar, between Sri Lanka and the southern tip of India, has been a fertile source of natural pearls for thousands of years. On board, learn about timely and timeless issues and have an informal opportunity to ask speakers questions, exchange ideas or just chat. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 8
Cochin: A Spicy History
Cochin, also called Kochi, has been a hub of the spice trade for almost 3,000 years, known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea.” While away the tropical hours in a boat trip through the nearby Alappuzha lagoons and paddies, or focus on the architecture tour. Or witness a performance of Kathakali, a classical dance-drama form. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: L, D aboard ship
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New Mangalore: A Tale of Temples and Churches
Mangalore reflects the Indian and European cultures that shaped it, with many Christian churches and Hindu temples. Nearby Moodabidri is the center of Jain worship, with the Thousand Pillars Temple and Guru Basadi monument, as well as Hindu and Catholic sites. Nearby is Soans Farm, a model for sustainable farming of spices and local fruit. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 10
Goa: European Echoes Amid India’s Biodiversity
Spend a day in Portuguese-inflected Old Goa, visiting historic churches and convents (including the tomb of Francis Xavier), or head out into Goa’s countryside to survey the terrain, visit the Shree Shantadurga temple, with its unusual pyramidal tower, and glimpse the flora and fauna Goa cherishes. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 11
Mumbai: The Bustling Big Picture of India
Mumbai, formerly Bombay, has 20 million people speaking 16 major languages and observing eight main religions. Spend the day soaking in this cultural bonanza. Get the big picture from Mumbai’s architectural landmarks, or experience life at some of its many markets. Visit historic sites from Portuguese colonial days, the British Raj and the life of Gandhi. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 12
At Sea: In the Arabian Sea
As you sail northward into the Arabian Sea, spend the day in seminars with New York Times journalists and experts and in traditional shipboard pleasures. While the Arabian Sea is a crossroads of petroleum shipping, the sea harbors many species of whales, turtles and dolphins along with dugongs and porpoises. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship
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At Sea: The Gulf of Oman
Another day at sea, on the way to the Arabian Peninsula, allows you to attend more seminars with New York Times journalists and experts and reflect on this Times Journeys adventure. The Gulf of Oman has been an important trade conduit since pre-Roman times, and is an important migratory bird pathway between Asia and Africa. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 14
Oman: A Pragmatic Kingdom
An ancient seafaring and trading crossroads, Oman today is known for its cultural tourism. Outdoor activities, architectural tours, archaeological attractions and seafood-centered meals are a few of the many possibilities for a day in Muscat, Oman’s capital, or head for the souk for high-intensity shopping. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 15
Dubai: City of Imagination
Traverse the Strait of Hormuz and arrive at the Emirate of Dubai, glittering night and day on the shore of the Persian Gulf. For your last full day, you can visit the improbable Miracle Gardens, imaginative Jumeirah Palm Island and the epic Dubai Mall. In late afternoon, head for the world’s tallest building, Burj Kalifa, and ascend to its SKY experience on the 124th, 125th and 148th levels to watch dusk fall, and later catch a light show at the Dubai Fountain. Or spend a day in Dubai’s compact and historic Bastakia Quarter. Take a traditional water taxi across The Creek to stroll the spice souk and exercise your bargaining skills at the gold souk, one of the least expensive places in the world to buy high-quality gold items. Back aboard ship, reflect on the discussions, people and cultures on your adventure, and exchange farewells. Celebrity Constellation, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 16
Abu Dhabi: Homeward Bound
After breakfast, disembark the Constellation for the last time and begin your trip home. Be warned, though: Abu Dhabi’s fusion of traditional culture and cosmopolitan modernity tempt many visitors to linger a bit longer before heading home. Celebrity Constellation, Meal: Breakfast aboard ship
Featured Experts: Craig Benjamin, Ph.D. Craig Benjamin is associate professor of history in the Meijer Honors College at Grand Valley State University in Michigan, and president of the World History Association. He has spent much of his life hiking and climbing in many of the great mountain ranges of the world. Maureen Dowd Maureen Dowd is a Pulitzer Prize winner, author of two best sellers, and has been a Times Op-Ed columnist since 1995. During her tenure she also served as The Times's White House correspondent and wrote On Washington, a column for The New York Times Magazine. Warren Hoge Warren Hoge worked at The New York Times for more than 30 years, in positions that included bureau chief; editor of The New York Times Magazine; and an assistant managing editor. He is now a senior adviser to the International Peace Institute. Carl Hulse Carl Hulse is chief Washington correspondent of The New York Times and managing editor of First Draft, a political news stream and morning email newsletter. He has worked for The Times and its newspapers for nearly three decades. Joe Nocera Joe Nocera is a Sports columnist at The Times. Prior to this he wrote an Op-Ed column, and before that the Talking Business column, as well as for The New York Times magazine. A Pulitzer Prize finalist and winner of numerous awards, Mr. Nocera is also the author of three books and a commentator for NPR.
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Sky Suite ~251 sq ft
Interior ~170 sq ft
Ocean View ~170 sq ft
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on pages 50 – 51
DATES
PRICE FROM
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
INTERNAL AIR (FROM) EXPERT
APR 2, 2017 – APR 17, 2017
Interior $4,427 Ocean View $5,217 Balcony $6,017 Sky Suite $9,070
$1,909 $2,199 $2,999 $5,999
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Carl Hulse, Warren Hoge, Craig Benjamin, Maureen Dowd, Joe Nocera
Quoted tour prices are per person double occupancy except where indicated and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change.
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Tulip Time in Holland by Barge Travel as they did in Holland’s 17th-century Golden Age: by private barge through the beautiful countryside. Visit great Dutch cities with their historic architecture and famous museums. The highlight of this nine-day journey is a visit to the famous Keukenhof tulip garden, where millions of tulips of every description and color will be in bloom. Sailing & Cruises Vessel Name M.S. Magnifique Travelers 28 Places visited Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Leiden, Delft, Gouda, Oude Wetering Itinerary 9 days, 8 nights 1 Welcome to Holland 2 Amsterdam 3 Amsterdam to Haarlem 4 Haarlem to Leiden 5 The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam 6 Kinderdijk to Gouda 7 Gouda to Oude Wetering 8 Oude Wetering to Amsterdam 9 Homeward Bound
Journey Highlights • Sail through Holland during the Tulip Festival, when thousands of acres of flowers are in bloom. • Visit museums to see works of Dutch master painters. • Explore the famous Keukenhof tulip garden. • Visit a Delftware factory, where the delicate blue and white pottery is made. • See centuries-old windmills and learn how the Dutch keep the sea at bay.
Europe
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Itinerary DAY 1
Welcome to Holland
Arrive in Amsterdam, where you will be met by a tour representative and transfer to the hotel. Relax, perhaps taking a walk along the canals, before meeting your New York Times expert and shipmates at a welcome reception and dinner. The Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky, Meals: R, D DAY 2
Haarlem to Leiden
Every spring, the Keukenhof tulip garden attracts visitors from across the world for a beautiful and flower-packed extravaganza. After enjoying the flowers, take a bus to Leiden, Rembrandt’s birthplace, to visit the Lakenhal Museum, a museum dedicated to the Pilgrim Fathers and the Windmill de Valk Museum. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, D DAY 5
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Rotterdam – Kinderdijk – Gouda Disembark ship 9am Arrive Kinderdijk Board ship 11:30am Sail to Gouda Disembark ship 1:30pm Board ship 7pm
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Amsterdam to Haarlem
Relax on deck as you cruise to Haarlem. After lunch on your own, take a walking tour. Pass by the Town Hall, in use since 1100, and the Grote Kerk (Great Church), home to Holland’s largest pipe organ, used by Beethoven and other composers. Visit the Frans Hals Museum. Dinner is back on board. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, D DAY 4
Amsterdam
Take an in-depth tour of the glorious and newly renovated Rijksmuseum, which holds paintings of great masters such as Rembrandt and Vermeer, and treasures of medieval sculpture, prints and Dutch silver. After lunch on your own, transfer to the M.S. Magnifique. This evening the captain and crew will greet you, followed by dinner. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, D DAY 3
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The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam
In The Hague, visit the newly renovated Mauritshuis Museum, whose collection includes works by Vermeer, Rembrandt and other old masters. At Gemeentemuseum, view its collection of Mondrian paintings. Continue to Delft, its canals lined by Gothic and Renaissance houses. Visit a factory where Delftware is still made. Rejoin the M.S. Magnifique in Rotterdam for dinner. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, D
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Tulip Time in Holland by Barge
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Kinderdijk to Gouda
Sail to Kinderdijk, a Unesco World Heritage site, which has the largest remaining concentration of traditional 18th-century windmills in the Netherlands. Then it’s on to Gouda to view the Gothic city hall, completed in 1450, and St. Janskerk (St. John’s Church), with its world-famous 16th-century stainedglass windows. After some free time, return to the M.S. Magnifique. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, L, D DAY 7
Gouda to Oude Wetering
Visit the Cheese Weighing House and sample some of its many varieties. Then continue along the canals toward Gouwsluis. After lunch on board, you can join the ship’s chef for a Dutch specialties cooking class or take a bike ride through the nearby countryside. After dinner, attend a presentation and tasting of Dutch beer. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, L, D DAY 8
Oude Wetering to Amsterdam
Travel early to Aalsmeer and FloraHolland, the largest flower auction market in the world, where millions of flowers are sold before being shipped around the world. Sail back to Amsterdam. After lunch on board, the afternoon is free to explore this great city before a festive farewell dinner on the M.S. Magnifique. The M.S. Magnifique, Meals: B, L, D DAY 9
Homeward Bound
After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport for your flights home. Meal: B
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Featured Expert: Marlise Simons Marlise Simons is a Dutch-born foreign correspondent for The New York Times based in Paris since 1989. She reports on European economics, politics, diplomacy, the environment and cultural matters and writes frequently about her homeland, in particular the work of the International Criminal Court in The Hague.
Triple cabin ~150 sq ft
Twin cabins ~118 sq ft
Junior Suites ~150 sq ft
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on page 52
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Standard Junior Suite
$6,295 $7,295
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Marlise Simons
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Cruising the Panama Canal Transit the new Panama Canal on this Times Journeys cruise conference. Sail from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego on Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam, visiting rain forests, beautiful beaches, and coffee and cacao farms. On board, hear from three New York Times journalists, an expert on American Indians and a political expert on topics ranging from race relations and politics to the safety of our food.
Sailing & Cruises Vessel Name m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Holland America Places visited Cartagena, Colombia; Panama Canal; Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica; Corinto, Nicaragua; Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala; Puerto Chiapas, Mexico; Oaxaca, Mexico; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Itinerary 16 days, 15 nights 1 Fort Lauderdale: Sail Away 2 At Sea: The Tropic of Cancer 3 At Sea: Into Caribbean Climes 4 Colonial Cartagena 5 The Panama Canal, an Epic Creation 6 At Sea: Where Rain Forests Meet the Ocean 7 Costa Rica: Pura Vida 8 Nicaragua: Lush Landscapes, Colonial History 9 Guatemala: Maya and Spanish Colonial Universes 10 Mexico: Puerto Chiapas 11 Oaxaca: On the Beach 12 At Sea: Mexico’s Pacific Coast 13 Puerto Vallarta: One City, Many Mexicos 14 Cabo San Lucas: Desert, Sea and Sky 15 At Sea: In Baja’s Waters 16 San Diego: Homeward Bound
Itinerary DAY 1
Fort Lauderdale: Sail Away
Board the Nieuw Amsterdam in Port Everglades, Fla., just outside Fort Lauderdale. This afternoon, gather for the first time as a group at a bon voyage cocktail party, where you’ll get your name badges and programs and meet your fellow Times Journeys adventurers as the ship heads south in Atlantic waters. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: L, D aboard ship DAY 2
At Sea: The Tropic of Cancer
As you sail through Caribbean waters, Carl Hulse will put the fate of the Panama Canal treaty into today’s political perspective; Ron Nixon will discuss food safety; Frances Robles will look at the future of Cuba; and Frederick Hoxie will explore the first contact of Native and European worlds. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship
Journey Highlights • Combine your love of travel with your love of learning. • Mingle with award-winning Times journalists and experts. • Learn about politics, American Indians, food safety and other topics in exclusive settings. • Traverse the wonder of the Panama Canal and learn its history and future. • Visit exotic ports of call and relax in traditional cruise style.
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At Sea: Into Caribbean Climes
En route to Cartagena, hear Frances Robles on how high-profile killings of black men have changed race relations in America, Ron Nixon on the lack of high-speed rail travel in the United States, Carl Hulse on the dysfunction in Washington, and Frederick Hoxie on the paradox of colonials seeking liberty but depriving the indigenous people of theirs. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 4
Colonial Cartagena
Spend the morning exploring Cartagena’s colonial architecture, long beaches and cafes. Back on board, hear Ron Nixon on how the United States has been complicit in wildlife trafficking and Carl Hulse on how the makeup of Congress in just a few months will be just as crucial as the new occupant of the White House. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, R, D aboard ship
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Costa Rica: Pura Vida Arrive 7am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 6 – 7:30pm
Puerto Vallarta: One City, Many Mexicos Arrive 8am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 6 – 7:30pm
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Nicaragua: Lush Landscapes, Colonial History Arrive 9am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 6 – 7:30pm
Cabo San Lucas: Desert, Sea and Sky Arrive 8am, Depart 4pm Meeting Times: 6 – 7:30pm
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San Diego: Homeward Bound Arrive 7am
At Sea: Where Rain Forests Meet the Ocean Meeting Times: 10:30am – 5pm
Guatemala: Maya and Spanish Colonial Universes Arrive 7am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 6 – 7:30pm Mexico: Puerto Chiapas Arrive 8am, Depart 5pm Meeting Times: 6 – 7:30pm
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The Panama Canal, an Epic Creation
Spend the day watching and experiencing the marvel of the Panama Canal. Arrive at the Atlantic side entrance on the early morning, and traverse 48 miles of waterways including Gatun Lake, the Chagres River, Alajuela Lake, Miraflores Lake, the Port of Balboa and the Pacific exit. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 6
At Sea: Where Rain Forests Meet the Ocean
As you pass the lush Pacific coasts of Panama and Costa Rica, have a relaxed opportunity to talk with Carl Hulse, Ron Nixon and Frances Robles of The New York Times. Later, Ms. Robles will discuss the prospect of a new canal, which would bisect Nicaragua and disrupt thousands of indigenous people. A champagne reception precedes dinner. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, R, D aboard ship DAY 7
Costa Rica: Pura Vida
Costa Rica pioneered ecotourism featuring its rain and cloud forests, and you can spend a delightful day in nature, visiting a coffee farm, or on the beach, part of “Pura Vida” (“the good life”). Later, hear Dan Schnur discuss what it’s really like inside a campaign strategy session when the stakes are at their highest. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 8
Nicaragua: Lush Landscapes, Colonial History
Opt for a day in the countryside of Nicaragua, or head into colonial León, Nicaragua’s former capital. After your return, Dan Schnur will discuss how technology and candidates’ direct access to voters through social media has changed the role of the news media in the political conversation. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship
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Guatemala: Maya and Spanish Colonial Universes
Head into the volcanic highlands to the Unesco World Heritage site Antigua, capital of the Spanish colonial Kingdom of Guatemala. You can also tour the Maya site of Iximche. Back on board, hear Dan Schnur’s take on how the presidential campaigns decide which voters (and voting blocs) are more important than others, and how to target them. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 10
Mexico: Puerto Chiapas
Excursions to the Chiapas countryside may feature coffee production, chocolate — an ancient and significant component of Mesoamerican life — or the pre-Mayan ruins of Izapa. When you return, Dan Schnur will ask what has created an unprecedented era of hyperpartisanship and polarization, and what can be done to begin to fix a broken political system. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, R, D aboard ship
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Oaxaca: On the Beach
Dock in Huatulco, gateway to Oaxaca. Relax on one of Oaxaca’s beautiful beaches, visit a rural village, or take a raft trip on the Copalita River. Back on board, Dan Schnur will discuss the unprecedented array of global economic, security, environmental and diplomatic challenges facing a new president and Congress. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 12
At Sea: Mexico’s Pacific Coast
As you continue northward along Mexico’s Pacific Coast, Ron Nixon looks at America’s foreign aid program to see who benefits, how effective it is at satisfying policy goals and its potential future direction. Later, have an informal opportunity to ask Dan Schnur questions, exchange ideas or just chat, followed by an exclusive champagne reception before dinner. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, R, D aboard ship
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Puerto Vallarta: One City, Many Mexicos
Enjoy a day in Puerto Vallarta, where mountain, jungle and sea come together. Explore old Vallarta, take an ecotour, absorb local folkways in Jalisco’s mountain towns, or just enjoy a day at the beach. When you return, Carl Hulse will discuss the impact of the fast-growing Hispanic population on elections, and on support for substantial immigration reform. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 14
Cabo San Lucas: Desert, Sea and Sky
Sample the glimpses of traditional Mexico, abundant water sports, outdoor adventure and excellent shopping of Los Cabos. Later, Frederick Hoxie will discuss the “Greatest Generation” of American Indians, who refused to surrender to the forces of modernity and “progress” while reviving the idea that North America could be a homeland for both Native and non-Native peoples. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 15
At Sea: In Baja’s Waters
On your last full day aboard, hear Frederick Hoxie identify which aspects of Native American life have changed most clearly in the past generation, and which have not. Frances Robles will look at why so many Central American children hike through the desert for weeks to reach the United States. A farewell cocktail reception precedes dinner. Holland America Line’s m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam, Meals: B, L, R, D aboard ship DAY 16
San Diego: Homeward Bound
After breakfast, disembark and begin your trip home. San Diego’s parks, museums and beaches tempt many visitors to linger a bit longer before heading home. Meal: B aboard ship
Featured Experts: Frederick E. Hoxie Frederick E. Hoxie is Swanlund professor of history at the University of Illinois, Urbana/Champaign, where he is also affiliated with the College of Law and the university’s American Indian Studies program. He has written or edited more than a dozen books on American Indian issues, most recently the “Oxford Handbook of American Indian History.” Carl Hulse Carl Hulse is chief Washington correspondent of The New York Times and managing editor of First Draft, a political news stream and morning email newsletter. He has worked for The Times and its newspapers for nearly three decades. Ron Nixon Ron Nixon is a Washington correspondent for The New York Times who covers federal regulatory agencies. Mr. Nixon has also reported from Rwanda, Uganda, South Africa, Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo. He teaches investigative reporting and data journalism at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Frances Robles Frances Robles is a Miami-based correspondent covering Florida, Central America and the Caribbean for The New York Times, and immigration, wrongful convictions and money in politics in the U.S. Her examination of shoddy detective work in Brooklyn homicide investigations won a George Polk Award, and led to the overturning of five murder convictions. Dan Schnur Dan Schnur is director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics at the University of Southern California, where he teaches classes in politics communications, and leadership. He has worked for years as a political reformer and has held several leadership positions in this field. He has worked on four presidential and three gubernatorial campaigns.
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Verandah ~249 sq ft w/ balcony
Ocean View ~171 sq ft
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on pages 53 – 54
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PRICE FROM
APR 10, 2016 – APR 25, 2016
Interior Oceanview Verandah Signature Suite
$3,359 $5,034 $5,734 $7,134
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INTERNAL AIR (FROM)
$1,875 $1,600 $3,500 $4,950
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Carl Hulse, Dan Schnur, Frances Robles, Ron Nixon, Frederick E. Hoxie
Quoted tour prices are per person double occupancy except where indicated and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change.
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Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 ® Immerse yourself in luxury and your mind in intellectual pursuits on this seven-night Atlantic crossing aboard Cunard’s iconic Queen Mary 2 ®. Five stellar New York Times journalists will accompany you on The New York Times Insights Cruise, offering eye-opening takes on topics from aging to sports, from labor and economics to social change.
Sailing & Cruises Vessel Name Queen Mary 2 ® Cunard Places visited New York, N.Y.; Halifax, Nova Scotia; Southhampton, England Itinerary 10 days, 9 nights 1 Welcome to The New York Times 2 Visit to The New York Times newsroom and brunch 3 At Sea 4 Halifax, Nova Scotia 5 At Sea 6 At Sea 7 At Sea 8 At Sea 9 At Sea 10 Disembarkation in Southampton, U.K.
Journey Highlights
Itinerary
• Enjoy a one-night pre-cruise stay in New York City. • Visit The New York Times Building for both an exclusive brunch and a tour of the newsroom, including lectures from some of our Times journalists. • Cross the Atlantic between New York and Southampton, U.K., a route that has long linked North American and Europe. You will become part of history and share the same thrill and anticipation as passengers have experienced for over 175 years. • Visit Halifax, Nova Scotia, a seaport overflowing with history and atmosphere. Discover the connection between Halifax and the birth of the Cunard Line, and the part it played following the Titanic tragedy. • On board ship, a range of Times Journeys exclusives: including two private Speakers Panels and Q&A Sessions with our journalists and experts, two cocktail parties, and a luncheon at Verandah hosted by the Times journalists. • Mingle with award-winning Times journalists and experts, and gain insight into current events.
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Welcome to The New York Times
Arrive in New York City and spend the night at the chic and luxurious hotel in Times Square, InterContinental Hotel. Meals: None DAY 2
Visit The New York Times newsroom and brunch
Spend the morning at The New York Times going behind the scenes with a visit to the newsroom guided by journalists who will join you on the cruise. Enjoy brunch on the 15th floor of The New York Times Building, overlooking the Hudson River and just feet away from Pulitzer Hall, where you can peruse the 117 Pulitzer Prizes The Times has won since 1918. Later in the afternoon, meet your fellow Times travelers for a private Welcome Aboard reception. Queen Mary 2. Meals: B, R, D
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At Sea Halifax, Nova Scotia Arrive 8am, Depart 5pm
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Spend your days at sea attending talks by five New York Times journalists. Meals: B, L, D DAY 4
Halifax, Nova Scotia
The star-shaped fortress stands guard to this fascinating city. Stand beside Sir Samuel Cunard himself, Cunard Line's visionary Nova Scotia founder who has been immortalized in bronze and again presides over his elegant, hometown waterfront. Visit Halifax gardens — a tranquil tapestry of manicured lawns, winding paths and iron railings — crowned by an ornate Victorian bandstand. Meals: B, L, D DAY 5–9 At
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Disembarkation
Arrive in Southampton, England, the entry point to Europe for hundreds of years. As you leave the Queen Mary 2, reflect on the depth and breadth of knowledge you have gained. From here, you may travel home or continue to London and further adventures. Meals: B
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Featured Experts: Neil Amdur Over five decades Neil Amdur has been involved in all areas of journalism — newspapers, television, magazines, books and film. He is the author of five books, and counts amongst his career moments reporting on the 1972 Munich Olympics, the Borg-Wimbledon singles final in 1980 and the first journalist to file a story from a hijacked commercial airliner. Ari Goldman Ari Goldman, a former reporter for The New York Times, is a professor of journalism at Columbia University and the author of four books, including the best seller “The Search for God at Harvard.” His most recent book is “The Late Starters Orchestra.” Goldman lectures widely on religion, music, journalism and ethics. Steven Greenhouse Steven Greenhouse was a New York Times reporter from 1983 through 2014, his last 19 years as labor reporter. He is author of “The Big Squeeze, Tough Times for the American Worker.”
Jane Gross Jane Gross, a retired New York Times correspondent, and for many years its San Francisco bureau chief, founded The Times' “New Old Age” blog, is the author of “A Bittersweet Season: Caring for Our Aging Parents—and Ourselves.” She joined The Times in 1979 as a sportswriter, after 10 years at Sports Illustrated magazine and Long Island Newsday and was the first woman in a male professional locker room. Dinitia Smith Dinitia Smith was a longtime reporter on the arts for The New York Times, where she wrote frequently on literary subjects and intellectual trends and ideas. She is also an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker whose work has been shown at the New York Film Festival, the Whitney and the Museum of Modern Art. Ms. Smith is the author of four novels, including, mostly recently, “The Honeymoon” (The Other Press, May 2016), about the late-life marriage of the 19th-century writer George Eliot to a handsome man 20 years her junior, and its near-tragic consequences.
All guests on board will have access to the lectures and seminars delivered by the five Times-selected experts who are scheduled to speak during our cruise. The Times Journeys exclusives onboard QM2 are private events available only to guests who book through Times Journeys, including our Welcome and Farewell cocktail receptions, private lunch hosted by our journalists, and two Speakers Panels and Q&A Sessions.
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Queens Grill Suite ~506 sq ft
Oceanview ~159 sq ft
Standard Inside ~159 sq ft
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on pages 55 – 57
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Neil Amdur, Ari Goldman, Steven Greenhouse, Jane Gross, Dinitia Smith
Quoted tour prices are per person double occupancy except where indicated and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change.
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Autumn Indulgence at Sea and on Land
Turn the page on summer with a fall foliage voyage through iconic Canadian Maritime and New England seascapes. Join the Times Journeys community of lifelong learners and explore current topics with three longtime New York Times experts on a cruise conference. Sail from Quebec’s Old World ambience to the crisp vibe of New York City aboard the Crystal Serenity, consistently rated one of the top cruise ships in the world.
Sailing & Cruises Vessel Name Crystal Serenity Places visited Quebec, Sept-Iles, Halifax, Portland, Boston, Newport, New York Itinerary 10 days, 9 nights 1 Montreal: Old City Charm 2 Quebec: French Canadian History 3 Quebec and the Saint Lawrence 4 Sept-Iles: Fresh Breezes and Fall Foliage 5 At Sea: Eastward to the Atlantic 6 Halifax: Deep Roots and High Energy 7 Portland: Lobster and Lighthouses 8 Boston: The Cradle of Liberty 9 Newport: Gilded Seascapes 10 Autumn in New York
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Journey Highlights • In the company of like-minded travelers, gain insight into current events and topics from New York Times journalists. • Hear from Roger Cohen, an award-winning Times Op-Ed columnist, on what a diaspora means today and how to balance writing books and writing journalism. • Hear George Freeman, who spent 30 years defending The New York Times against libel suits and First Amendment challenges, discuss your privacy rights (and lack of them) and the implications in the tug-of-war between national security and a free press. • Hear Ian Austen, who has covered Canada for decades, on topics like how BlackBerry, a Canadian company, missed the smartphone boat, and what competitive cycling looks like in a postArmstrong world. • Spend time ashore in the cities of Quebec; Halifax; Portland, Maine; Boston; and Newport, R.I.; and in the more remote area of Sept-Iles. (Guided excursions at extra cost.)
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Itinerary DAY 1
Montreal: Old City Charm
Arrive in Montreal, an island at the confluence of the Saint Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers, and relax at your Montreal hotel. You can venture out for an evening amid the complex blend of languages, cultures and ethnicities that has led to Montreal’s unofficial title as Canada’s cultural capital. Hyatt Regency Montreal DAY 2
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Transfer to Quebec City via motor coach and meet the Crystal Serenity. Spend the rest of the day exploring the forts, museums and sights of Quebec City on your own. A Unesco World Heritage site, Quebec stretches from the Saint Lawrence to the foothills of the Laurentians, the oldest mountains on earth. Return to the Serenity for dinner. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, D DAY 3
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Quebec and the Saint Lawrence
Spend part of the day exploring Quebec further. Perhaps you’ll want to take in the vistas from Dufferin Terrace, overlooking the Saint Lawrence next to the Château Frontenac. Return to the Serenity in the afternoon and attend an exclusive cocktail party this evening as the Serenity sails out on the Saint Lawrence River. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, R, D aboard ship
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Sept-Iles: Fresh Breezes and Fall Foliage
Spend the day in Eastern Quebec’s wild beauty at Sept-Iles. You can visit an Innu camp, or take a Zodiac to a bird sanctuary. Later, Ian Austen will discuss the impact more than a decade of Conservative rule has had on Canada, and Roger Cohen will look at the geopolitics of the Arctic in the context of climate change. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 5
At Sea: Eastward to the Atlantic
Sailing through the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, hear Roger Cohen on why so few people vote, on being an author and a journalist, and on the many diasporas; Ian Austen on the love-hate relationship Canadians have with Americans, the failure of BlackBerry, and competitive cycling post-Armstrong; and George Freeman on the balance between a free press and national security. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 6
Halifax: Deep Roots and High Energy
Spend the day in Halifax, Nova Scotia. You can soak up its thriving folk music scene, or visit the seaside on the well-named Bluenose Coast, or historic Lunenberg, a Unesco World Heritage site known for its British colonial architecture. When you’re back, George Freeman will discuss why U.S. libel law is so different from other nations. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 7
Portland: Lobster and Lighthouses
Channel your inner Longfellow in Portland, Maine, where gray flannel and plaid flannel coexist companionably. Head to Portland’s outskirts to visit its iconic lighthouses; downtown has the Portland Museum of Art’s significant holdings (including Winslow Homer treasures), Longfellow’s home, Victorian architecture and seaport views. You have a whole day to play, with no seminars scheduled. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, D aboard ship
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Boston: The Cradle of Liberty
In Boston, you can walk the 2.5-mile Freedom Trail, and see Revolutionary sites. Visit Boston’s historic neighborhoods, the Kennedy Library or Plymouth Rock. After returning to the ship, hear George Freeman on the complexities of balancing free speech and the protection of groups, individuals and ideas, especially when the speech is hateful or insulting. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 9
Newport: Gilded Seascapes
Newport, R.I., is an exemplar of grass-roots historic preservation in partnership with philanthropy, the yachting capital of the world and home of the Naval War College. Absorb Newport’s Gilded Age mansions (they call them “cottages”), walk the Colonial historic district’s restored homes, or experience an America’s Cup sailboat expedition in Narragansett Bay. Return to the ship to hear George Freeman talk about invasion of privacy, the fine balance between the public’s right to know and the individual’s right to be left alone. The Crystal Serenity. Meals: B, L, D aboard ship DAY 10
Autumn in New York
Sail under the graceful Verrazano-Narrows Bridge into New York Harbor. Share the view of millions of immigrants to the New World as you sail past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, up the Hudson River past New York’s iconic skyline. Disembark the Crystal Serenity at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal, and head onward. Meal: B aboard ship
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Featured Experts: George Freeman, J.D. George Freeman is executive director of the Media Law Resource Center, a nonprofit trade association supporting the media industry in legal matters. For over 30 years, he was a First Amendment attorney in the legal department of The New York Times Company, where he was primarily responsible for litigation and for advising editors and reporters. Ian Austen Ian Austen has been the Canada correspondent for The New York Times for more than a decade. Much of his work has focused on Canada’s technology industry, including the rise and fall of BlackBerry. An amateur cyclist, he has covered the Tour de France nine times since 1992, including much of the Lance Armstrong era. Roger Cohen Roger Cohen has worked for The New York Times for 25 years as a foreign correspondent, foreign editor and now columnist. He has taught at Harvard and Princeton and has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Britain’s Next Century Foundation and a prize from the Overseas Press Club of New York.
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Penthouse ~403 sq ft w/ balcony
Oceanview ~226 sq ft
Verandah ~269 sq ft w/ balcony
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on pages 58 – 59
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George Freeman, Ian Austen, Roger Cohen
Quoted tour prices are per person double occupancy except where indicated and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change.
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Galápagos: Evolution in Action Charles Darwin called the Galápagos Islands “a little world within itself.” Daily nature walks bring you close to dancing blue-footed boobies and prehistoric-looking iguanas, and you’ll feel a wonderful sense of creation in progress while walking across bizarre lavascapes created just a century ago. Explore the world’s most fascinating wildlife destinations while cruising in airconditioned comfort on this 11-day journey. Science & Nature Vessel Galaxy Places visited Quito, Ecuador, Galápagos Islands: Baltra, Mosquera, Bartolomé, Genovesa, San Cristóbal, Española, Floreana, Santa Fé, South Plaza, Santa Cruz Itinerary 11 days, 10 nights 1 Welcome to South America 2 Historic Quito 3 Baltra and Mosquera Islands 4 Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé 5 Bird Island 6 San Cristóbal Island 7 Española Island 8 Floreana Island 9 Santa Fé and South Plaza Islands 10 Santa Cruz Island and Charles Darwin Research Station 11 Homeward Bound
Journey Highlights • Visit islands with inhabitants found nowhere else in the world. • See sea lions, seabirds and iguana that exist nowhere else. • Stroll beaches of fine white or green sand, or smooth volcanic flows. • Snorkel and swim in pristine lagoons and see multicolored fish. • With interpretation from Times experts, gain unique insight into a unique place.
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Welcome to South America
Arrive in Quito, Ecuador, at 9,350 feet above sea level. A Times Journeys representative will meet you outside the customs and immigration area at the airport and escort you to the hotel. Swissôtel, Meal: D DAY 2
Historic Quito
Enjoy a half-day guided sightseeing tour of colonial Quito, the oldest part of the city. Your tour may include Independence Plaza, the archbishop’s palace and the cathedral built in the 16th century. Among the churches you may visit are El Sagrario, San Francisco and La Compañía. After lunch explore on your own. Join your group for a pre-trip meeting and dinner. Swissôtel, Meals: B, L, D
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Baltra and Mosquera Islands
Fly to Baltra Island, also known as South Seymour Island, and your entry to Galápagos National Park. Meet your naturalist guide and board the Galaxy. Spend the afternoon on the island of Mosquera, one of the smallest in the archipelago, to see large colonies of sea lions and to stroll on the beautiful white sand beach. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D DAY 4
Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé
Explore Sullivan Bay, home of the Galápagos penguin, and walk on recent black, ropy lava flows called pahoehoe. See some of the early colonizing plants, Mollugo verticillata (carpetweed) and Brachycereus nesioticus (lava cactus). After lunch, visit iconic Bartolomé, an exceptional place to observe volcanic geology and to snorkel. See the iconic Pinnacle Rock, a symbol of the Galápagos. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D DAY 5
Bird Island
Explore the cliffs on a small fishing boat called a panga en route to Genovesa Island, called Bird Island by many. At Prince Phillip’s Steps, you may see the red-billed tropicbirds, nesting nazca and red-footed boobies and frigate birds. Next, head to Darwin’s Bay, a protected bay in a submerged volcanic crater. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D DAY 6
San Cristóbal Island
Visit San Cristóbal, the first island Darwin visited. San Cristóbal (also known as Chatham Island) is also home to Baquerizo Moreno, the administrative capital of the Galápagos. Visit the Interpretation Center, then head up to El Junco, a freshwater lagoon. Next, visit Isla Lobos, to see blue-footed boobies, common frigate birds and two species of sea lions. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D
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Española Island
Land on Española Island, the oldest and most southern in the Galápagos and visit Punta Suáres to witness the millions of birds nesting on the island. Then visit the great white sand beach at Gardner Bay and walk, swim or snorkel, or snooze with the sea lions. Sea turtles nest here, too. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D DAY 8
Floreana Island
On Floreana Island, visit Post Office Bay, where whalers dropped their mail in the barrel for passing sailors to deliver home. Visit Green Beach, named for its volcanic olivine crystals. See pink flamingos and other wading birds on the way to Flour Beach, an extremely fine white-sand beach. At Champion Islet, snorkel for a view of multihued fish. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D DAY 9
Santa Fé and South Plaza Islands
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Santa Cruz Island and Charles Darwin Research Station
On your last day in the “Enchanted” Islands, head to Santa Cruz (also called Indefatigable), the second largest and most populous island, and the town of Puerto Ayora. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Here you will learn about the conservation efforts to restore giant tortoise populations to their original islands. (This was where Lonesome George, the last of the Pinta Island tortoises, lived until his death in 2012.) Transfer by ferry to Baltra and fly back to Quito. Swissôtel, Meal: B DAY 11
Homeward Bound
Transfer to the airport for your flights home or onward. Meal: B
Spend a half-day on Santa Fé (also called Barrington Island), one of the oldest in the chain and home to very large land iguanas and the largest of the Opuntia prickly pear cactuses. Swim and snorkel in the lagoon. On South Plaza, one of the smallest yet richest islands, the ground color changes by season. Galaxy Yacht, Meals: B, L, D
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Featured Expert: John Noble Wilford John Noble Wilford has reported on science and space exploration for The New York Times over the last 50 years. His bylines dominated the front pages for all the Apollo astronaut landings on the Moon. He also wrote about the early space shuttle flights and nearly all the robotic missions to distant planets. This work earned him a Pulitzer Prize in 1984 and another one in 1987, shared with colleagues who covered the aftermath of the Challenger disaster. Wilford is the author of five books, including “The Mapmakers” and “The Riddle of the Dinosaurs,” and editor or co-author of four others. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
Lower Deck Cabin
Twin Cabin
Upper Deck Double Cabin
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on pages 52
DATES
PRICE FROM
JULY 7, 2016 – JULY 17, 2016
$6,395 (11-15 guests) $6,895 (9-10 guests)
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
INTERNAL AIR
EXPERT
$3,200
$535
John Noble Wilford
Upon arrival, $100 must be paid for the Galápagos National Park fee. Quoted tour prices are per person double occupancy except where indicated and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change.
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The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica Antarctica is so hostile to human life that its only inhabitants are researchers. On this eight-day journey, retrace the footprints of some of the world’s greatest polar explorers, and see seals, whales and penguins amid the stunningly desolate, beautiful ruggedness of the Antarctic. Science & Nature Vessel M/V Hebridean Sky Places visited Chile, King George Island, Lemaire Channel, Paradise Bay, Deception Bay Itinerary 8 days, 7 nights 1 Welcome to the Bottom of the World 2 Into the Wild 3 Cuverville Island 4 Paradise Bay 5 Lemaire Channel 6 Deception Bay 7 Farewell to the Antarctic 8 Homeward Bound
Journey Highlights • Spend the holidays in a real winter wonderland of snow and ice during this fly and cruise expedition. • Fly directly to King George Island from Punta Arenas and spend six full days in Antarctica. • With 17 guides for 71 visitors, guests receive a personalized schedule adhering to their particular interests. Chat on board with ornithologists, geologists and polar historians, ensuring all of our ports of call are put into context. • Sail down narrow passages carved through 3,000-foot-high ice walls, dodging gigantic icebergs. • Get out on the Zodiacs, or go snowshoeing into the remote wilderness in small groups.
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Tour operated by Mountain Travel Sobek
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Overview
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Welcome to the Bottom of the World Must arrive before 3pm; Group meets at 5pm followed by dinner
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Into the Wild Weather-dependent flight departure confirmed at breakfast, 6 – 8am; Fly to King George Island; Sail to South Shetlands
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Cuverville Island Meeting times: 9:30am-noon; 3 – 6pm
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Paradise Bay Meeting times: 9:30am-noon; 3 – 6pm
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Lemaire Channel Meeting times: 9:30am-noon; 3 – 6pm
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Deception Bay Meeting times: 9:30am-noon; 3 – 6pm
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Farewell to the Antarctic Weather-dependent flight departure confirmed at breakfast, starting 8am; Fly to Punta Arenas
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Homeward Bound Depart any time
Itinerary DAY 1
Welcome to the Bottom of the World
Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile. You’ll be welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where a briefing will outline guidelines for safety and environmental concerns for your time in Antarctica. Relax with your fellow travelers for a true Chilean dining experience. Hotel Cabo de Hornos, Meal: D DAY 2
Into the Wild
Fly to King George Island, the largest of the South Shetland Islands. Visit Chile’s Frei Station and the Russian Bellingshausen research station to witness firsthand the work that goes on. Expect to see different kinds of seals in the shallows, as well as many penguins. M/V Hebridean Sky, Meals: B, L, D
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The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica
DAY 3
Cuverville Island
Meander through the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic mainland. You may be able to take Zodiacs to places like Cuverville Island, home to the largest colony of gentoo penguins in Antarctica. M/V Hebridean Sky, Meals: B, L, D DAY 4
Paradise Bay
Expect to visit Paradise Bay (or Paradise Harbor), ideal to explore in the smaller Zodiac boats. Watch for blue-eyed shags and breeching whales so close that their blow can momentarily blur your vision. Climb to a 360-degree panorama of the bay. M/V Hebridean Sky, Meals: B, L, D DAY 5
Lemaire Channel
Expect to visit the Lemaire Channel, and cruise through a narrow passage bordered by mountain walls jutting hundreds of feet out of the sea. Keep an eye out for minke, Orca and humpback whales, and seals on the ice floes. M/V Hebridean Sky, Meals: B, L, D DAY 6
Deception Bay
Expect to visit Deception Bay, the caldera of an active volcano and where thousands of white-faced chinstrap penguins pair off for the mating season. Explore an abandoned whaling station and an old British base, or hike to the rim of the crater. M/V Hebridean Sky, Meals: B, L, D DAY 7
Farewell to the Antarctic
Back on King George, explore a bit before flying back to Punta Arenas. End the day reminiscing over a final dinner together. Hotel Cabo de Hornos, Meals: B, L, D DAY 8
Homeward Bound
Following a breakfast with your new friends, depart the hotel for your onward, or homebound travel. Meal: B
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The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica
Featured Experts: Claudia Dreifus December 26 Departure Claudia Dreifus, writes “A Conversation With…” feature of the Tuesday Science section of The New York Times. There she interviews some of the leading scientists of our time about their lives and work. She also teaches journalism to scientists enrolled in graduate programs at Columbia University’s Earth Institute. Richard Cohen December 21 Departure Richard Cohen is an author and lecturer. He traveled to Antarctica whilst researching his book, "Chasing the Sun," where he witnessed the solar eclipse and organized a violin recital in the snow.
South America
Veranda Suite ~260 sq ft
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Penthouse Suite ~325 sq ft
Dates & Pricing
See deckplans on pages 60
DATES
PRICE FROM
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
INTERNAL AIR (FROM)
DEC 21, 2016 – DEC 28, 2016
Promenade Suite $16,595 Veranda Suite $18,495 Penthouse Suite $20,995
$4,400 N/A N/A
N/A N/A N/A
Richard Cohen
DEC 26, 2016 – JAN 2, 2017
Promenade Suite $16,595 Veranda Suite $18,495 Penthouse Suite $20,995
$4,400 N/A N/A
N/A N/A N/A
Claudia Dreifus
EXPERT
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Deck Plans Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia — Celebrity Constellation
Millennium Class
SHIP SPECIFICATIONS
Celebrity Constellation
Occupancy: Tonnage: Length: Beam: Draught: Cruising Speed: Electric Current: Ship’s Registry:
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Deck Plans DECK NUM BERS REFLECT UPPER GUEST LEV ELS CO N V ERT I BLE S O FA BED O N E U PPER BERT H T W O U PPER BER T H S CO N N ECT I N G STAT ER O O M S INSIDE STAT EROOM DOOR LOCAT ION W H EELC H A I R A CC ESS I BLE STAT ER O O M FEAT U R I N G R O LL- I N S H OW ER
Sports
Sunrise
2,170 91,000 965 feet 105 feet 26 feet 24 knots 110/220 AC Malta
Staterooms 6016, 6018, 6020, 6021, 6023, 6025, 7014, 7016, 7017, 7018, 7019, 7021, 8006, 8007, 8047, 8048, 8049, 8050, 8051, 8052, 8053, 8054, 9004, 9005, 9034, 9039 and 9090 have partially obstructed views. Staterooms 6102, 6108, 7136, 7142, 8102, 8108, 9094 and 9100 have smaller verandas that are semi-private. Some staterooms are accessible for wheelchair users and other guests with disabilities, and include roll-in showers. Please see the specific ship deck plans forthe locations of all wheelchair accessible staterooms.
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Panorama
Vista
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Sports Deck Sunrise Deck Resort Deck Sky Deck Panorama Deck Vista Deck Penthouse Deck Entertainment Deck Promenade Deck Plaza Deck Continental Deck
Penthouse
WATER LEVEL
Entertainment
Promenade
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Plaza
Continental
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Deck Plans Tulip Time in Holland by Barge — M.S. Magnifique
Galápagos: Evolution in Action — Galaxy Yacht
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Cruising the Panama Canal — m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam
K1011
K1012
J1017
J1018
J1021
J1024
D1026 D1030 D1032 D1036 D1040 D1042 C1046 C1050 C1052 C1056 C1060 C1062 C1066 C1070 C1072 C1076 C1078 C1080 C1082
D1027 D1029 D1033 D1035 D1039 D1041 C1045 C1047 C1051 C1055 C1057 C1061 C1065 C1067 C1071 C1075 C1077 C1079 C1081
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J1043
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MERABELLA LUXURY SHOP
STUYVESANT THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
SHOPS QUEEN’S LOUNGE & CULINARY ARTS CENTER
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PHOTO GALLERY
EXPLORER’S LOUNGE
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KING’S ROOM
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SB 4176
L4170
VB4168 VC4172 VC4174
75 ft. to stern from Stateroom 1130.
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VA4129 VA4131 VB4133 VB4135 VB4137 VB4139 VB4141 VB4143 VB4145 VB4149 VC4151 VC4155 VC4157 VC4161 VC4163 VC4167 VC4171 VC4173 VC4177 VC4179 SB 4183
5 ft. to stern from Staterooms 4182 & 4189.
STATEROOM SYMBOL LEGEND
Triple (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed) Quad (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 upper) Partial sea view Fully obstructed view Connecting rooms Shower only Single-sink vanity
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I-6069
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SS6072
I-6073
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SS6074
I-6075
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SS6081
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SS6083
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SS6082
SS6087
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SB 5187
7 ft. to stern from Staterooms 5192 & 5193.
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THE SHOWROOM AT SEA BALCONY
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VH4002 VH4004 VF4006 VF4008 VF4010 VE4014 VE4016 VF4020 VF4022 VF4026 VF4028 VF4032 VF4034 VF4036 VF4038 VF4040 VF4042 VB4044 E VB4046 E VB4048 VB4050 VA4052 VA4054 G4056
THE SHOWROOM AT SEA
F1002 F1004 F1006 F1008 F1010 D1014 D1016 D1020 D1022
VERAN DAH DECK
Staterooms 4001–4189 103 ft. from bow to Staterooms 4001 & 4002.
N4030 N4024 N4018 N4012
THE SHOWROOM AT SEA BALCONY
U PPER PRO MEN ADE DECK
L5179 L5173 L5167 K5161 K5155 K5149
PROMEN ADE DECK
N4029 N4023 N4017 N4011
LOWER PROMENADE DECK
VB4180 VB4182 VB4189 VB4187 VB4185
M A IN DECK
Staterooms 1001–1130 252 ft. from bow to Staterooms 1001 & 1002.
SB 6175
9 ft. to stern from Staterooms 6170 & 6181.
S H IP S P E C IF IC AT IO N S & FAC IL IT IE S
Staterooms have solid steel verandah railings instead of clear-view Plexiglas® railings Suites SA7058 & SA7057 are wheelchair accessible, bathtub and roll-in shower. Suites SY5002 & SY5001 and staterooms VA8119, VA8116, I-8033, VA8026, VA8025, V6052, V6049, VB6002, VB6001, V5140, V5135, V5054, V5051, VA4134, VA4131, H4092, H4089, VA4052, VA4051, D1100, D1099, C1082, C1081, J1074, K1012 & K1011 are wheelchair accessible, roll-in shower only.
2,106 Guests 86,700 Gross Tons • 936 Feet Long • Automatic Stabilizers • 11 Guest Decks • 14 Guest Elevators • 4 Outside Elevators
5 Restaurants 2 Show Lounges • Outdoor Swimming Pools (one with sliding glass roof)
Duty-free Shops Internet Center • Library • Casino • Basketball Court • Volleyball Court
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Spa & Salon Fitness Center • Suite Lounge • •
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Deck Plans Cruising the Panama Canal —m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam (continued) ROTTERDA M DEC K
NAVIGATION DECK
Staterooms 7001–7143 140 ft. from bow to Staterooms 7001 & 7002.
Staterooms 8001–8175 186 ft. from bow to Staterooms 8001 & 8002.
LIDO DECK
PAN O RAMA DECK
O BSERVATIO N DECK
Staterooms 10001–10046 140 ft. from bow to Staterooms 10001 & 10002.
Staterooms 11001–11010 252 ft. from bow to Staterooms 11001 & 11002.
ms NIEUW AMSTERDAM deck plans & staterooms
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PS7031
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SA7037 SA7043
I-7046
SA7044 SA7048
SA7045 SA7047
CONCIERGE
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SA7049
NEPTUNE LOUNGE
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SA7054
SA7053
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SA7055
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M7117 M7121 M7125 M7124 M7129 M7128 M7133
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SB 7132
VB7134
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VD7081 VD7083 VD7085 VD7087 VD7089 VD7091 VD7095 VD7099 VE7103 VE7107 VE7111 VE7115 VE7119 VE7123 VE7127 VE7131 VE7135 SB 7137
14 ft. to stern from Staterooms 7138 & 7143.
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THERAPY ROOMS
VE7022 VD7024 VD7026 VD7028 VD7030 VD7032 VD7034
FITNESS CENTER
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MM8165 MM8159
GREENHOUSE SPA & SALON
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The deck plans are color-coded by category of stateroom, and the category letter precedes the stateroom number in each room. All staterooms are equipped with flat-panel television, DVD player, mini-bar, mini-safe, data port, telephone and multichannel music. Important Note: Not all staterooms within each category have the same furniture configuration and/or facilities. Appropriate symbols within the rooms on the deck plans describe differences from the stateroom descriptions below. V E R A N DA H S U IT E S
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Pinnacle Suites: Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows. SQ ▼
LIDO POOL
SLIDING DOME COVER
LIDO BAR
DIVE-IN SILK DEN
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Neptune Suites: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. Staterooms SQ10005 and SQ10006 have 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed. SY
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Signature Suites: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. V E R A N DA H STAT E RO O M S
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Verandah: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queensize bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. VQ staterooms 11001–11010 have viewing balconies. O C E A N -V IE W STAT E RO O M S
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634 ft. to stern from Staterooms 11009 & 11010.
SEA VIEW BAR
596 ft. to stern from Staterooms 10043, 10044, 10045 & 10046.
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Large: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, floor-to-ceiling windows. All G-category staterooms have partial sea views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. IN T E R IO R STAT E RO O M S
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16 ft. to stern from Staterooms 8168 & 8175.
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Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 ® — Queen Mary 2 ®
Queen Mary 2 Deck Plans Queen Mary 2 Deck Plans 10 May 2015 (M505) - 3 January 2016 (M602) 10 May 2015 (M505) - 3 January 2016 (M602)
Aft High Deck 9 Grand Duplexes
Q1
Aft High Deck 9 Duplexes & Suites
Q1
Forward/Aft High Decks 9,10 Duplexes & Suites
Q2
Forward/Aft Royal Suites ✦ High Decks 9,10
Q2
Forward Royal Suites ✦ High Deck 10
Q3
Forward Penthouse
Q3
Midships/Aft High Decks 9,10 Penthouse
Q4
Midships/Aft Queens Suites High Decks 9,10
Q4
Midships Queens Suites High Decks 9,10,11
Q5
Forward Midships Midships Forward
Q6 Q5 Q7 Q6
Midships Princess SuitesHigh Decks 8,9
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Midships Princess SuitesHigh Deck 10
P1
Forward Midships
P2 P1
High Deck 10
Forward Club Balcony High Deck 10
P2
Midships Club Balcony High Deck 12
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Forward Midships
High Deck 12
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Forward Balcony
High Deck 12
A2
Midships Balcony
High Deck 11
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Midships
High Decks 8,11 Deck 11
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Forward Midships
High Decks 8,11,12 8,11
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Forward High Decks 8,11,12 Balcony (sheltered)
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Midships Low Decks 4,5,6 Balcony (sheltered)
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Low Decks 4,5,6 Low Decks 4,5,6
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Low Decks 4,5,6
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Forward Oceanview
High Deck 8
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Forward/Aft Oceanview
Low Decks 4,5,6
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Forward/Aft Low Decks 4,5,6 Atrium View Inside
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Midships Low Decks 5,6 Atrium View Inside
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Midships Inside Low Decks 5,6 Standard
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Midships High Deck 10 Standard Inside Midships High Midships High Deck Deck 10 10 Low Decks 5,6 Midships High Deck 10 Midships High Decks 11,12 Low Decks 5,6 Low Decks 4,5,6 Midships High Decks 11,12 Forward/Aft Low HighDecks Decks4,5,6 9,10 Low Decks 4,5,6 Forward/Aft High Decks 9,10 Forward High Decks 11,12 Low Decks 4,5,6 Low Decks 4,5,6 Forward High Decks 11,12 Low Decks 4,5,6
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Connecting staterooms L Lift Connecting staterooms 3rd & 4th berth is a double sofabed + 3rd berth is a single sofabed k 3rd & 4th berths are two upper beds 3rd & 4th berth is a double sofabed Staterooms have views obstructed by lifeboats † k 3rd & 4th berths are two upper beds n Wheelchair accessible (stateroom sizes vary) † Staterooms have views obstructed by lifeboats v Single level Q2 Suite n Wheelchair accessible (stateroom sizes vary) ✦ Royal Suites do not have a balcony v Single level Q2 Suite ✦ Royal Suites do not have a balcony
+ 3rd berth is a single sofabed
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BY BV
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Midships Midships
High Decks 9,10 9,10,11 8,9 High Decks 9,10
12.001-12.081) (Staterooms 12.001-12.081)
Deck 11 (High) (Queens Deck 11 Suites, (High)
AftAft
High Deck 10
Deck 12 (High) (Staterooms Deck 12 (High)
Forward Forward
Deck 13 Deck 13
Stateroom Category Stateroom Category Grand Duplexes
Ship facts Entered 2004 ShipService: facts
Refit: November 2011 Entered Service: 2004 Country of Registry: Bermuda Refit: November 2011 Speed: 28 knots Country of Registry: Bermuda Gross Tonnage: 151,400 GRT Speed: 28 knots Gross Tonnage: 151,400 GRT
Passenger Capacity: 2,620 No of Crew: 1,253 Passenger Capacity: 2,620 Length: 1,132 feet No of Crew: 1,253 Width: 131 feet Length: 1,132 feet Draft: 32 feet Width: 131 feet Draft: 32 feet
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Deck Plans Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 ® — Queen Mary 2 ® (continued)
Queen Mary 2 Deck Plans Queen Mary 2 Deck Plans 10 May 2015 (M505) - 3 January 2016 (M602) 10 May 2015 (M505) - 3 January 2016 (M602) Stateroom Category
Deck 9 (High)
Deck 8 (High)
Deck 7
Stateroom Category Grand Duplexes
(Grand Duplexes/Duplexes, Deck 9 (High) Penthouses, Queens Suites (Grand Duplexes/Duplexes, & Staterooms 9.001-9.082) Penthouses, Queens Suites & Staterooms 9.001-9.082)
(Queens & Deck 8Suites (High)
Deck 7
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† Balcony (obstructed view)4,5,6 Forward Low Decks
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High High Deck Deck 8 8
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High Deck 8
DF
Forward/Aft Oceanview
Low Decks 4,5,6
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Standard Midships Inside Low Decks 5,6
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Midships High Deck 10 Standard Inside Midships High Deck 10 Midships High Deck 10 Low Decks 5,6 Midships High Deck 10 Midships High Decks 11,12 Low Decks 5,6 Low Decks 4,5,6 Midships High Decks 11,12 Forward/Aft High Decks 9,10 Low Decks 4,5,6 Low Decks 4,5,6 Forward/Aft High Decks 9,10 Forward High Decks 11,12 Low Decks 4,5,6 Low Decks 4,5,6 Forward High Decks 11,12 Low Decks 4,5,6
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8.006 8.002 8.008 8.004 8.010 8.006 8.012 8.008 8.014 8.010 8.016 8.012 8.018 8.014 8.020 8.016 8.022 8.018 8.024 8.020 8.026 8.022 8.028 8.024 8.030 8.026 8.032 8.028 8.034 8.030 8.036 8.032 8.038 8.034 8.040 8.036 8.042 8.038 8.044 8.040 8.046 8.042 8.048 8.044 8.050 8.046 8.052 8.048 8.054 8.050 8.056 8.052 8.058 8.054 8.060 8.056 8.062 8.058 8.064 8.060 8.066 8.062 8.068 8.064 8.070 8.066 8.072 8.068 8.074 8.070 8.076 8.072 8.078 8.074 8.080 8.076 8.082 8.078
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BEAUTY SALON
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Midships/Aft High Decks 9,10 Penthouse
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High Deck 10
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Q3
Penthouse Forward
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Forward Royal Suites ✦ High Deck 10
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Q2
Royal Suites ✦ High Decks 9,10 Forward/Aft
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Forward/Aft High Decks 9,10 Duplexes & Suites
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Duplexes & Suites Aft High Deck 9
Staterooms 8.001-8.130) (Queens Suites & Staterooms 8.001-8.130)
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Q1
CANYON RANCH CANYON SPACLUB RANCH SPACLUB
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BAND STAND
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AFT
FORWARD
MIDSHIPS
DECK 13 DECK 11 DECK 9
DECK 12 DECK 10 HIGH DECK 8 DECK LOW DECK 6 DECK DECK 4 DECK 2
HIGH DECK 7 DECK DECK 5 LOW DECK 3 DECK DECK 1
DECK 3L
Deck 5 (Low)
Deck 4 (Low)
(Staterooms 5.001-5.269)
(Staterooms 4.001-4.225)
Deck 3 & 3L
Deck 2 & 3L
Aft
Midships
Forward
Deck 6 (Low) (Staterooms 6.001-6.304)
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Deck Plans Autumn Indulgence at Sea and on Land — Crystal Serenity
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DECK PLAN
Deck Plans
SEA EXPLORER
The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica — M/V Hebridean Sky
DECK 6 DECK 5 DECK 4 DECK 3 DECK 2 Penthouse Suites 325 sq.ft. incl. Veranda 2 Single or 1 Queen, with private Veranda and sitting area
DECK 6
EXERCISE ROOM
DECK 5
PANTRY
Veranda Suites 260 sq.ft. incl. Veranda 2 Single or 1 Queen, with private Veranda and sitting area
OUTDOOR CAFÉ
Superior Suites 220 sq.ft. 2 Beds, with window and sitting area
DECK 4
BAR
Single Suites 230 sq.ft. 2 Beds, with window and sitting area
Window Suites 225 sq.ft. 2 Beds, with window and sitting area
Triple Suite 240 sq.ft. 2 Beds, 1 sleepingPorthole Sofa, withSuites window and sitting area 237 sq.ft. 2 Beds, with portholes and sitting area
DECK 3
DECK 2
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whatsoever, which you now have or which may hereafter arise out of or in connection with your Tour or participation in any activities in which you participate. Arbitration and Waiver of Trial by Jury: You agree to present any claims against us within ninety (90) days after the Tour ends and to file any suit within one (1) year of the incident, and you acknowledge that this expressly limits the applicable statute of limitations to one (1) year. In lieu of litigation and jury trials, each of which is expressly waived, any dispute concerning, relating or referring to this Participation Agreement, the brochure or any other literature concerning your trip or the Tour shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration in New York City, New York, according to the then-existing commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. Such proceeding will be governed by the substantive law of the State of New York. The arbitrator(s) and not any federal, state or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability or formation of this Participant Agreement, including, but not limited to, any claim that all or any part of this Participant Agreement is void or voidable. General: You hereby consent to our use of pictures or video of you in our marketing materials without compensation. Facsimile or scanned transmission of any signed document shall be deemed delivery of an original. If there are any conflicts between this Participant Agreement and the Itinerary, this Participant Agreement shall apply. We reserve the right to decline to do business with anyone on a nondiscriminatory basis. Active Elements, Medical Conditions and Special Assistance: Some of our Tours incorporate active elements such as hiking, climbing or canoeing; you are responsible for familiarizing yourself with the level of activity that will be involved in your Tour. You must disclose in your Participant Information Form (or at such later time when you become aware of such a condition) any existing physical or mental illness, disability, pregnancy or any other condition which may create a health hazard for yourself or others during the Tour, or for which you may require medical attention or special accommodation during the Tour. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your needs, but you must notify us at the time of booking for a determination of what assistance we can reasonably provide. We regret that we cannot accommodate you if you have special needs for ordinary daily activities, such as walking and dining. In no instance will our Suppliers or we physically lift or assist you on to or off any vehicles. If we cannot accommodate your special needs, you must be accompanied by a companion who will be responsible for independently providing the needed assistance. We reserve the right to decline acceptance of anyone we consider unsuitable due to fitness level. We also reserve the right to remove you from the Tour, at your own expense, if your condition is such that it could create a hazard to you or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers. Quoted tour prices are per person double occupancy except where indicated and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change. All terms and conditions can be found at nytimes.com/timesjourneys or you can call 855NYT-7979 and request a copy be sent to you. Abercrombie & Kent CST#2007274-20, Mountain Travel CST#2014882-10, Academic Travel Abroad CST#2059002-40, Insight Cruises CST#206538-40, Judy Perl Cruises LLC CST# 2122227-40. SUPPLEMENTAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS Binding Arbitration Clause (for Mountain Travel only): I agree that any dispute with Mountain Travel concerning, relating or referring to this contract, the brochure, or any other literature concerning my trip, or the trip itself shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration in San Francisco, California, according to the then existing commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. Such proceeding will be governed by substantive California law without regard to the California Arbitration Act. The arbitrator(s) and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including, but not limited to, any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable.
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2016 Sailing Schedule SHIP
CRUISE FROM
CRUISE TO
DEPARTURES
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Idyllic Sri Lanka, India and Arabia
16
Singapore
Abu Dhabi
2016: April 7
10
Tulip Time in Holland by Barge
9
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
2016: May 6
16
EUROPE
M.S. Magnifique
DAYS
ASIA
Celebrity Constellation
CRUISE
NORTH AMERICA
m.s. Nieuw Amsterdam
Cruising the Panama Canal
16
Fort Lauderdale
San Diego
2016: April 10
20
Queen Mary 2 ®
Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 ®
10
New York
Southhamptom
2016: July 23
26
Crystal Serenity
Autumn Indulgence at Sea and on Land
10
Montreal
New York
2016: September 23
32
SOUTH AMERICA
Galaxy Yacht
Galápagos: Evolution in Action
11
Baltra Island
Puerto Ayora
2016: July 7
38
M/V Hebridean Sky
The White Continent: Fly and Sail Antarctica
8
King George Island
King George Island
2016: December 21, December 26
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