Santa Cruz Huatulco Mexico Cruises - Holland America Line is introducing the new port of Santa Cruz Huatulco, Oaxaca, and scenic cruising through wildlife-abundant Bahia Magdalena on selected 2009 Mexico cruises. A breeding ground for migrating gray whales, Bahia Magdalena highlights the seven-day Mexican Riviera itineraries, while Santa Cruz Huatulco is featured on the new 12-day Pacific Mexico cruises sailing roundtrip San Diego. Holland America’s 9 and 10-day Sea of Cortez cruises feature the adventurous shore excursion to Mexico’s famed Copper Canyon.
In 2009 the premium cruise line features sun-splashed itineraries ranging from seven to 15 days on the ms Ryndam and ms Oosterdam, most sailing roundtrip from the convenient homeport of San Diego.
From colorful Mexican Riviera ports to astounding wildlife in the Sea of Cortez and Bahia Magdalena, Holland America Line offers more diverse cruise choices, especially for those who seek an enriching vacation,” said Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs.
We provide our guests with new experiences and discoveries through shore excursions, sporting adventures and eco-tours. Between such explorations ashore and all the activities our ships offer onboard, our Mexico cruises attract guests ranging from wildlife-watchers to multi-generational families.”
Seven-day Mexican Riviera Sailings with Bahia Magdalena
In 2009 the Vista-class, 1,848 guest Oosterdam begins with seven-day Mexican Riviera cruises departing Saturdays January 3 through February 21, roundtrip from San Diego. Guests visit the popular ports of Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta, plus enjoy scenic cruising through Bahia Magdalena. Renowned for its gray whale watching, Bahia Magdalena is also home to dolphins, sea lions and an amazing array of birds including eagles, pelicans, herons and ibis.
Guests enjoy a full day in each port for exploration. Cabo San Lucas offers sport-fishing, sea kayaking, whale-watching and snorkeling/diving opportunities; Mazatlan is renowned for its golden beaches and cosmopolitan resort flavor; and Puerto Vallarta provides a mix of colonial charm, bustling markets and superb shopping. Guests also have two relaxing days at sea when they can pamper themselves at the Greenhouse Spa and Salon and enjoy many other shipboard amenities and activities.
In the fall, the 1,258 guest ms Ryndam sails the same itinerary departing Oct. 10 through Nov. 21. Cruise fares start at $599 per person, double occupancy; taxes and fuel supplement are additional.
In the fall, the Ryndam also sails a 12-day Pacific Mexico itinerary departing Nov. 2 and Dec. 7 roundtrip from San Diego. It visits Manzanillo, Acapulco, Santa Cruz Huatulco — a warm seaside resort also know for its bird-watching opportunities — Zihuatanejo, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas.
Starting cruise fares for the nine- to 15-day itineraries range from $999 to $1,499 per person, double occupancy; taxes and fuel supplement are additional. |
