Experience one of the top bucket list cruises and a great engineering feat of the 20th century with the spectacle of huge ocean-going ships squeezing through narrow locks. Get your holiday off to a great start with a pre-cruise stay in Florida or on the pacific coast of the USA. Compare the beaches of the Caribbean with those on the Mexican Riviera and sample the diverse cultures of central America in Columbia, Panama and Guatemala. These itineraries offer a fabulous range of travel experiences with lots of extras included for lasting memories.
A Journey through the Panama Canal is achieved by the ship rising up and down through huge locks between the Caribbean & the Pacific Ocean; and crossing the Gatun Lake in the middle of central America. The locks are split into three sets and incorporate two independent lanes for two-way traffic. The set that carries the ship between the Caribbean Sea and the Gatun Lake comprises of three stepped tiers. The journey from the Gatun Lake to the Pacific Ocean is split into two separate sets of locks. The Miraflores locks has two stepped tiers and the final set which reaches the Pacific Ocean is a single stepped tier known as the Pedro Miguel lock.
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This popular hotel is located just about 500 m from the Los Angeles International Airport, 10 km from Manhattan Beach, 16 km from Santa Monica Beach and 23 km from Beverly Hills and downtown Los Angeles. The hotel welcomes guests in a 17-storey building with a lift and 1234 non-smoking rooms.
The rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and wi-fi (for a fee) are provided as well. The bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
Norwegian Cruise Lines
Norwegian Joy was launched in 2017 as the second of the Breakaway Plus class of ship following Norwegian Escape. She was originally designed for the Chinese market and in 2019 was refurbished and remodelled ready for the western market and repositioned to the USA. This 167,725 tonne ship has 20 decks with a wonderful range of signature Norwegian cruise Line facilities, an amazing line-up of 19 dining options and 14 bars. The ship features a bespoke virtual reality gaming complex in the Pavillion, a go kart race track at sea, an incredible observation lounge, a laser tag course and Broadway style shows in the theatre.
Stateroom Accommodation
Each stateroom has private en-suite facilities, tea and coffee making facilities, air conditioning, flat screen cable TVs, vanity area, hair dryer, telephone, refrigerator with minibar and free room service. Haven Suites include private access to the Haven Courtyard complex; this has a private beach club style ambiance on two decks including a sun deck, pool, hot tubs, fitness centre and sauna. There is also the exclusive Haven restaurant and the opportunity to dine in your Haven Suite served by butlers and white tablecloth service.
Dining Options
With 19 dining options on board the choice is yours. Complimentary choices in the three main dining rooms (Taste, Savour, and Manhattan) and the Garden Cafe self-service buffet restaurant; you can even eat 24/7 at The Local Bar and Grill or opt for room service. Speciality dining includes top signature NCL favourites of Le Bistro (French), La Cucina (Italian), Teppenyaki (Asian Fusion hotplate) , Cagney's Steakhouse, Texas Smokehouse Q, Ocean Blue (seafood), Food Republic (World -wide i Pad menus), The District Brewhouse and more. Take advantage of most of these with the free speciality dining package included in the price. The Waterfront promenade area is lined with bars and restaurants for Al-fresco dinning too.
Daytime and Evening Entertainment
The main pool area includes two swimming pools, two hot tubs and an aqua fun park with two breath-taking waterslides. Spice H2O doubles as an adults only sunbathing area by day and an adults only outdoor nightclub at night hosting events such as the White Hot Party. For a more select sunbathing experience opt for the Vibe Beach Club. The line-up of activities are just as amazing as the dining choices with a go kart race track, laser tag adventure course, virtual reality lounge, the Pulse fitness centre and the Mandara Spa. Perhaps watch the world go by and relax in the observation Lounge. At Night try your luck in the casino, enjoy live entertainment in the cavern Club, have a laugh in the Social or dance the night away at Spice H2O or the Social night-club. The theatre includes two amazing shows including the 80's dance classic - Footloose.
Fly from the UK to Los Angeles, USA
Fly to Los Angeles for an overnight hotel stay in an airport hotel. Los Angeles airport is situated in a central location where to the south you will find Anaheim for Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm rollercoaster theme park, Long Beach for the Queen Mary museum and also the port. To the North lies Venice Beach, downtown, Beverly Hills and Hollywood.
Day 2; Los Angeles, USA
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
One of the premier beach resort destinations in the Western Hemisphere, Cabo San Lucas – or “Cabo†– is known for its pristine white sandy beaches and beautiful transparent waters that offer some of the best snorkelling in the Mexican Riviera.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
This wonderful beach destination is surrounded by the impressive mountains of the Sierra Madre and the sparkling waters of Banderas Bay. Los Muertos beach is located next to the Old Town and is a wonderful place to watch the sun set. Here you will a variety of restaurants, bars, galleries, boutiques and souvenir shops. Las Gemelas are a pair of small beaches distinguished by their fine white sand, clear blue water and gentle onshore waves ideal for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, walking and sunbathing under a cluster of palm trees. Perhaps climb the rocks that divide the beaches and wade through the rock pools to spot crabs and minnows. Conchas Chinas is a pristine white sand beach nestled between the lush green mountains and aquamarine ocean. Here you will be able to peer into the depths and see the wide variety of fish and sea life to be found. Los Arcos National Marine Park is situated next to Las Gemelas where there are further opportunities to boat, snorkel, or scuba dive through the deep tunnels, caves, colorful reefs and arches of these amazing islands.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Acapulco, Mexico
The fabulous beach of Acapulco is set on a large bay with the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains in the background. It is also famous for the iconic La Quebrada cliff where professional divers plunge 40metres into the Pacific Ocean.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Guatemala offers superb jungle encrusted Mayan ruins, breath-taking smoking volcanoes, wildlife crammed rainforests, magnificent colonial towns and colourful ethnic people with curios customs. Antigua is the old capital and is scenically situated between three volcanoes. This world heritage site has cobbled streets, flowers, evocative ruins and fine dining. Lake Atitlan is ringed by 13 varied and colourful towns and is where Mayan traditions are at their best. Don't forget to pay a visit the local wooden god of Maximon!
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Panama City, Panama
Overnight ion board in port. The capital of Panama is a modern city framed by the Pacific Ocean and man-made Panama Canal. The cobblestoned centre of Casco Viejois is an architectural delight with colonial-era landmarks. Look out for bougainvillea-filled plazas lined with cafes and bars, and the neoclassical Palacio Presidencial.
Panama Canal, Panama
One of the seven wonders of the world linking the Caribbean to the Pacific Ocean by a series of locks taking huge ships across the Central America via the Gatun Lake. A must do journey on anyone's bucket list the ship squeezes through narrow canals seemingly floating across dry land. A Journey through the Panama Canal is achieved by the ship rising up and down through huge locks between the Caribbean & the Pacific Ocean; and crossing the Gatun Lake in the middle of central America. The locks are split into three sets and incorporate two independent lanes for two way traffic. The set that carries the ship between the Caribbean Sea and the Gatun Lake comprises of three stepped tiers. The journey from the Gatun Lake to the Pacific Ocean is split into two separate sets of locks. The Miraflores locks has two stepped tiers and the final set which reaches the Pacific Ocean is a single stepped tier known as the Pedro Miguel lock.
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena is a modern port city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. At its core is the walled Old Town, with 16th-century plazas, cobblestone streets and colourful colonial buildings. With a tropical climate, the city is a popular beach destination. Reachable by boat are the nearby shores of Isla de Barú and Islas del Rosario, known for their coral reefs and scuba diving.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
This island remains part of the British Commonwealth and it is famed its Scuba diving and white sandy beaches - in particular 7 Mile Beach close to Georgetown the capital. It is also one of the few nesting grounds of the logger head turtle. One of the best things to do is snorkelling with the Sting Rays – you will not be disappointed. Try visiting Hell - a village in the far corner of the island where you will find a turtle farm. Ships generally anchor off shore here and the island is reached by tender.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Fly from Miami, USA to the UK
Disembark the ship after breakfast and transfer to airport for your overnight flight home.
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