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Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam: Sailing into Venice

BySean June 3, 2014

Our cruise on Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam came to a close with a scenic entrance into Venice, followed by an overnight there, which enabled us to spend another full day in the magical city.

a blue and white buildings with a body of water

Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam: Santorini and Argostoli

BySean June 1, 2014January 1, 2024

The highlight of our cruise on Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam was the day we spend in Santorini. This amazing island was probably the most picturesque place I’ve ever been. We then sailed to Argostoli, Cephalonia in the Ionian islands.

Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam: Istanbul, Mitilini, and Kusadasi

BySean May 30, 2014

We spent two days in Istanbul, followed by Mitilini, Greece on the Island of Lesbos. The Nieuw Amsterdam then made her way to Kusadasi, Turkey where we explored the ancient city of Ephesus.