Hawaiian Cruise

Tour #15

December 6-13, 2008

April 18-25, 2009

One of the most traveled to destinations in the world is Hawaii, and one of the easiest ways to see all of the islands is by cruising to them. On this relaxing cruise, you can fly from any major city to Honolulu to board Norwegian Cruise Lines “PRIDE OF AMERICA” cruise ship. You will sail from OAHU to the islands of MAUI, KAUAI and the Big Island of HAWAII on your choice of dates. Traveling is one of life’s great pleasures and on this cruise you only have to unpack once. On the first day, you will fly from your hometown to Honolulu where you will be transferred to the cruise ship. Here you will meet friends from other parts of the country and be given information on what to see and do as you cruise from island to island in paradise. Best of all, the weather will be ideal.

This exciting ship is known for its freestyle dining featuring 12 different dining options plus nine bars and lounges, two swimming pools and a fitness center. Prepare yourself for a different dining experience each evening. Imagine, no food to buy for a week! A great way to see Hawaii at the lowest possible cost as each island is totally different. See some of the most exotic landscapes on earth including waterfalls, fiery volcanoes, lush fern forests, immense canyons and coastal cliffs. There will be everything from hula lessons to flower lei making, with musicals and Broadway shows in the evenings. Your cruise director will give a lecture on the islands, plus information on optional sightseeing tours, shopping, and the best beaches. Only resort casual dress is necessary for the entire cruise as no suits, sportcoats or ties are ever worn. Upon boarding the ship you will sense the spirit of Aloha, along with the scent of Hawaii’s beautiful flowers and Hawaiian music. This is the best way to see Hawaii as each island is entirely different!

HAWAIIAN ISLANDS PORTS-OF-CALL

OAHU...is the island where you will board your cruise ship in Honolulu. Nearby is Waikiki Beach and the famous landmark, Diamond Head that is now an extinct volcano. You’ve heard a lot about Hawaii’s climate, and it’s all true, as the temperature is in the low 80’s year round. So come along and enjoy the colorful flowers and the warm weather of the Hawaiian Islands.

KAUAI...the “Garden Isle” known for its natural beauty, waterfalls, spectacular cliffs, and Waimea Canyon, the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. This is one of the most loved islands, that was used for such movies as Blue Hawaii, South Pacific and Jurassic Park. One of the highlights will be cruising by the incredible Na Pali Cliffs, that can only be seen from the ship.

HAWAII...known as the “Big Island.” You’ll visit both Hilo and Kona so you can tour the Volcanoes National Park to see lava flows and steam rising from volcanic craters. For a real experience, take a helicopter ride over one of the most active volcanoes in the world that continues to erupt and flow into the ocean. Thousands of orchids and anthuriums grow in the volcanic soil. You’ll see unusual black sand beaches formed from the volcanic ash, along with coffee and macadamia nut plantations. (See Awake, 5/22/98, p.24) As your ship circles the island, you will see Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, the two largest mountains on earth. Tonight, the chefs have a surprise dinner.

MAUI...the Valley Isle is where you will spend two days. There is everything from beautiful sandy beaches to the islands natural wonder called Haleakala Crater. You will love shopping in the little town of Lahaina, once a whaling village and now known for its Hawaiian art galleries and many other great shops. This is also the time of the year that thousands of whales are seen finding their way to the warm waters in Hawaii.