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Thursday, December 5, 2024 |
Lisbon, Portugal |
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9:00 PM |
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal
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Friday, December 6, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Saturday, December 7, 2024 |
Funchal, Portugal |
7:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
Funchal is the capital of Portugal’s Autonomous Region of Madeira an archipelago 880 SW of Portugal and 600 km NW of Morocco, in the north Atlantic. Funchal’s harbour offers plazas lined with shops, colourful houses spilling down hillsides, due to its almost amphitheatre-like formation, and a profusion of flowers. For a fine view of the magnificent bay, take the unique downhill basket sledge ride. Read more about Funchal, Portugal
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Sunday, December 8, 2024 |
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain |
9:00 AM |
8:00 PM |
Santa Cruz de Tenerife (commonly known as Santa Cruz) is the capital the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands. The port is of great importance and is the communications hub between Europe, Africa, and the Americas, with cruise ships arriving from many nations. Not surprisingly, the city has a real cosmopolitan mix due to immigrants from Latin America, Africa and Western Europe. Read more about Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
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Monday, December 9, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Tuesday, December 10, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Wednesday, December 11, 2024 |
Porto Grande, Cabo Verde |
7:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
The almost lunar volcanic islands that form the Cape Verde archipelago lie about 500 km off the Senegal coast. Although the isles may be African geographically speaking, they have retained a strong Latin flavour. Porto Grande, the port for the capital Mindelo, is on the windward isle of Sao Vicente and is home to over 90% of the island’s inhabitants. Read more about Porto Grande, Cabo Verde
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Thursday, December 12, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Friday, December 13, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Sunday, December 15, 2024 |
Recife, Brazil |
10:00 AM |
7:00 PM |
Recife is one of the largest and most important cities on the NE coast of Brazil. This lively capital, originally founded by the Dutch, is brimming with a vibrant culture. The many rivers, small islands and over fifty bridges found in the city centre gives it the title of ‘Brazilian Venice’. Read more about Recife, Brazil
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Monday, December 16, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Tuesday, December 17, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024 |
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
9:00 AM |
9:00 PM |
Rio de Janeiro is a large Brazilian city situated on the South Atlantic Coast of South America. It is perhaps best known for its carnivals and the largest art deco statue in existence, the giant Christ the Redeemer Statue that is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. While there absorb the magnificent views and you will feel as though you are taking a walk in the clouds. Read more about Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Thursday, December 19, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Friday, December 20, 2024 |
At Sea |
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Saturday, December 21, 2024 |
Montevideo, Uruguay |
8:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
Montevideo is the largest city, capital, and chief port of Uruguay. Situated on the River Plate (Silver River), it is also home to almost half of the nation's population, and subsequently is a modern metropolis, though with a fascinating historical old town dating back to colonial times. Described as a vibrant, eclectic place with a rich cultural life, it is the hub of commerce. Read more about Montevideo, Uruguay
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Sunday, December 22, 2024 |
Buenos Aires, Argentina |
5:45 AM |
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Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina, located on the eastern shore of the Rio de la Plata, on the SE coast of South America. The birthplace of the tango, the city is as bustling with energy as the dance itself. Stroll neighbourhoods with romantic restaurants, past its architecture and parks. Read more about Buenos Aires, Argentina
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