CONVERGENCE MAY - JUNE 2016

Holland America Line
For many of us, relaxing on the deck, on our balconies or in
observation lounges and watching incredible scenery pass
right by our noses is a favourite aspect of cruising – especially
for us seniors who aren't as mobile as we once were. However,
there are some who are still active and get off the ship at
every given opportunity. But, with Holland America Line,
their connections give them an advantage in the cruise
market in securing coveted permits to enter Glacier Bay
National Park and a high percentage of their sailings include
iconic localities. This means you may not have to leave your
ship in order to view wildlife or breath-taking views of nature.
Travel
Myanmar Explorer Viking Cruise
If you don't feel like going far to a country before you finally
get on a ship, how about giving Southeast Asia a chance?
Viking Cruise's 15-day Myanmar tour explores both Thailand
and Myanmar where one will be enchanted by golden palaces,
pagodas and rich natural beauty. Take a majestic stroll through
the Grand Palace of Bangkok or breathe in the sights of ancient
stupas and pagodas. Small and cosy, Viking cruise ships
accommodate just 56 guests and offer sweeping river views,
hotel-style amenities and a casual atmosphere with an attentive
English-speaking crew. Apart from that, if peace and tranquility
are what you're after, energy-efficient hybrid engines propel
you along the waterways with far less vibration. After cooling
off on the sun deck, get those brain juices flowing with Burma's
colonial history or purchase trinkets for loved ones from night
market visits.
Princess Cruises
Apart from shopping on board, take an Eastern Caribbean
cruise and shop at duty-free stores! Boasting a richly
diverse heritage with British colonial roots in Antigua,
Grand Turk's Bermudan influences and a marriage of
Dutch and French cultures at St. Maarten will surely allure
you to this part of the world. Soak up the sun, adopt its
laid-back island mindset and explore coral reefs teeming
with marine life on this cruise vacation. Take a round trip
from Ft. Lauderdale for a quick weekend getaway; one
week, one month, who's counting?
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