Sunshine In Pastels And Poetry
15 nights
MS EUROPA 2
7 Mar '28Cruise overview
Candy-coloured towns, idyllic beaches and the vibrant Caribbean zest for life invite you to relax and enjoy yourself before you reach the unspoilt islands of Cape Verde – a wild beauty in the Atlantic.
Itinerary
Willemstad
Dutch settlers came here in the 1630s, about the same time they sailed through the Verazzano Narrows to Manhattan, bringing with them original red-tile roofs, first used on the trade ships as ballast and later incorporated into the architecture of Willemstad. Much of the original colonial structures remain, but this historic city is constantly reinventing itself and the government monument foundation is always busy restoring buildings in one urban neighborhood or another. The salty air causes what is called “wall cancer” which causes the ancient abodes to continually crumble over time. The city is cut in two by Santa Anna Bay. On one side is Punda (the point)—crammed with shops, restaurants, monuments, and markets and a new museum retracing its colorful history. And on the other side is Otrobanda (literally meaning the “other side”), with lots of narrow, winding streets and alleyways (called “steekjes” in Dutch), full of private homes notable for their picturesque gables and Dutch-influenced designs. In recent years the ongoing regeneration of Otrobanda has been apparent, marked by a surge in development of new hotels, restaurants, and shops; the rebirth, concentrated near the waterfront, was spearheaded by the creation of the elaborate Kura Hulanda complex.There are three ways to cross the bay: by car over the Juliana Bridge; by foot over the Queen Emma pontoon bridge (locally called “The Swinging Old Lady”); or by free ferry, which runs when the pontoon bridge is swung open for passing ships. All the major hotels outside town offer free shuttle service to town once or twice daily. Shuttles coming from the Otrobanda side leave you at Riffort. From here it’s a short walk north to the foot of the pontoon bridge. Shuttles coming from the Punda side leave you near the main entrance to Ft. Amsterdam.
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Oranjestad
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Saint George's
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Mindelo, São Vicente Island
Mindelo, São Vicente Island
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Santa Cruz de La Palma
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Grand Penthouse Suite
Stateroom size (minimum): 840 sq. ft.
Impressive suite featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and refined décor.
Amenities: Separate lounge, marble bathroom, private whirlpool, butler service, walk-in wardrobe, espresso machine.
Amenities
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Whirlpool Bath
- Suite Benefits
- Free Mini Bar
- Butler Service
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Dining Area
Ship features
Stylish, spacious, and unmistakably refined, MS Europa 2 combines cutting-edge design with a boutique atmosphere to deliver a truly exceptional luxury cruise experience.
- Berlitz-rated “5-Stars-Plus” luxury ship
- Bilingual English/German service onboard
- All-suite, all-balcony accommodation
- Seven world-class restaurants and six bars
- Expansive Ocean Spa and wellness area
- Outdoor pool with retractable glass dome
- Golf simulators and sports deck
- Theatre for live shows and cabaret
- Dedicated children’s and teens’ clubs
- Fleet of 12 Zodiacs for shore exploration
