Folks who do not have a lot of time for cruising might consider a short three-day cruise. If you live on the Pacific Coast, then book a cruise departing from a port convenient to you. Take a few days to relax, unwind and discover the beauty of the Pacific Coast from onboard a luxurious cruise ship. Cruising appeals to the young and old. Do as much or as little as you prefer. A brief, three-day cruise may be the best option for new cruisers to decide whether this type of travel appeals to them.
Holland America cruise line offers a three-day, two-night fall cruise from Vancouver, British Columbia, to San Francisco. The ms Zuiderdam has a passenger capacity of over 1,900. This elegant ship has three pools, six bars and lounges, and a large, multi-level dining room.
Well-appointed stateroom categories include interior, ocean view, verandah and suites. Interior staterooms range from approximately 170 to 200 square feet and have twin beds convertible into a queen bed. Amenities include a flat-screen television and DVD player, bathrobes, and luxury bathroom toiletries.
In addition to the amenities in interior staterooms, ocean-view staterooms are approximately 185 square feet. These accommodations have luxury Sealy Brand premium mattresses, as well as a great view from the porthole.
Spacious verandah staterooms boast a size of 254 square feet, a sitting area with sofa, a bathtub and shower. Some verandah suites have a sofa bed for one or two persons and a whirlpool. Penthouse suites are as large as 1,300 square feet and have access to a private lounge.
The ship has plenty of fun things to do during the three-day cruise, even for kids.
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Princess Cruise Lines offers an elegant, upscale three-day cruise on the Island Princess from Los Angeles to Vancouver, British Columbia. This impressive vessel carries 1,970 passengers, yet does not overwhelm the senses. It evokes a calm, serene feeling due to its decor and color scheme.
The Island Princess has four pools, nine whirlpools and two specialty restaurants. Perfect for families, couples and seniors, the Island Princess has 727 balcony staterooms. Other ship amenities include casual dining arrangements, art auctions, Internet cafe, live entertainment, Princess' signature Personal Choice Dining, personal enrichment courses, a casino, and several bars and lounges.
Accommodations range from classic interior staterooms, ocean view, and suites. All accommodations have twin beds that can make up into queen beds, TV, refrigerator and private bathroom with shower.
Some accommodations include a bathtub, private verandah and sofa bed. Most public areas have wheelchair access. Extensive child and teen activities ensure that the cruise provides engaging fun for everyone.
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Princess Cruises has a three-day cruise departing from Vancouver, B.C., and arriving in Los Angeles. Aboard the Golden Princess, passengers can count on great accommodations, bars, lounges and entertainment. Choose from among 700 balcony staterooms.
Personal Choice Dining allows you to select from among several choices. Go to the steak house one night and then try the Italian trattoria. Have dinner in your stateroom on the balcony.
Take advantage of the excitement of the casino and first-rate entertainment. You can relax or be as active as you like. Accommodations include interior, ocean view, family suite or grand suite. Regardless of which stateroom you choose, all have a television, private bathroom with a shower and refrigerator.
In addition to the two twin beds in the Princess' staterooms, suites and some ocean-view rooms have a sofa bed and sitting area.
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