The Duck Crew - 18 Apr 2013 - We Take on Hawai'i - QUACK!
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Beryl
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Keep on wishin' ..... who knows????
I will keep popping in here though. I love Hawaii and I love watching the excitement of everyone building. If I think of anything worth sharing (it's all worth sharing) I'll share! I just won't share everything all at once...it could be overwhelming!
Anybody read Alan Brenert's Moloka'i yet? Just asking .... it's a great read and a real lesson in Hawaii history!
Alan Brennert.com MOLOKA'I
I've got a few more lined up for you too!
I will keep popping in here though. I love Hawaii and I love watching the excitement of everyone building. If I think of anything worth sharing (it's all worth sharing) I'll share! I just won't share everything all at once...it could be overwhelming!
Anybody read Alan Brenert's Moloka'i yet? Just asking .... it's a great read and a real lesson in Hawaii history!
Alan Brennert.com MOLOKA'I
I've got a few more lined up for you too!
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
QUACK!
Well then, come on ... you have 45 weeks now to get it together ...
(you know I'm going to ask every one of those weeks,. Don't you?)
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
Throwing out an idea here. Interested in what y'all think.
Each couple bring a bottle of wine from their hometown/area. Or, maybe two (a red and a white). On one of our 'at sea' days, we all get together for an impromptu wine tasting.
Have asked the Alaska Ducks to give it a try and see how it goes.
Anyone else have any ideas for stuff to do?
Each couple bring a bottle of wine from their hometown/area. Or, maybe two (a red and a white). On one of our 'at sea' days, we all get together for an impromptu wine tasting.
Have asked the Alaska Ducks to give it a try and see how it goes.
Anyone else have any ideas for stuff to do?
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
QUACK !!
Just learned that Sail-Away will be a very special day. And not just because The Ducks will be boarding the Zaandam, but ... April 18th will also be the 140th Anniversary of the founding of Holland Amerika Lijn!
Holland America Blog » Blog Archive » 140 Years Young: Holland Amerika Lijn is Born
Way to go HAL !!!!!
QUACK!!
Just learned that Sail-Away will be a very special day. And not just because The Ducks will be boarding the Zaandam, but ... April 18th will also be the 140th Anniversary of the founding of Holland Amerika Lijn!
Holland America Blog » Blog Archive » 140 Years Young: Holland Amerika Lijn is Born
Way to go HAL !!!!!
QUACK!!
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
QUACK !!
Happenings in Vancouver -
[h=4]Arts Club Theatre Company presents My Turquoise Years[/h]
Details:
Based on Farrant's memoir of her fourteenth summer, My Turquoise Years is a comic coming-of-age story set in 1960, a time of postwar optimism, when plastic reigned and the colour turquoise was the height of chic. Marion, raised by Aunt Elsie in sleepy Cordova Bay, has grown up hearing tales of her glamorous, globe-trotting mother, Nancy. Just as Marion is blossoming into womanhood, Nancy suddenly announces a visit to Canada, throwing everyone into a tizzy.
Happenings in Vancouver -
[h=4]Arts Club Theatre Company presents My Turquoise Years[/h]
- Thursday, April 04, 2013 - Saturday, May 04, 2013 (Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday)
- Venue: Arts Club Theatre Company - Granville Island Stage
- Location: Arts Club Theatre Company - Granville Island Stage
- Visit Website
- Add to Itinerary
Details:
Based on Farrant's memoir of her fourteenth summer, My Turquoise Years is a comic coming-of-age story set in 1960, a time of postwar optimism, when plastic reigned and the colour turquoise was the height of chic. Marion, raised by Aunt Elsie in sleepy Cordova Bay, has grown up hearing tales of her glamorous, globe-trotting mother, Nancy. Just as Marion is blossoming into womanhood, Nancy suddenly announces a visit to Canada, throwing everyone into a tizzy.
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
QUACK - QUACK - QUACK !!!
Only 275 days to go!!!!
Don't know if anyone has been looking at the HAL shorex yet; but, just in case you don't see anything that trips your trigger, here are some other suggestions:
Best of Maui
There's so much to see and do on Maui, and so many places to stay and eat. Consistently named as one of the world's best islands, Maui has something for everyone. Beaches of black, gold and red sand, a crater bigger than Manhattan scenic drives, exclusive resorts, historic towns, top snorkeling and scuba diving sites, and tropical rain forests are just some of what you'll find on Maui.
Best of Oahu
Even today where tourists have so many resources to help them plan their trips. so many visitors to Hawaii spend a week in Waikiki, return home and tell folks they've been to Hawaii. They've missed the real Hawaii. Even on Oahu, there is so much to see and do outside of Waikiki that can keep visitors busy for several visits. Be sure to explore this wonderful island.
Kauai
From the awe inspiring Na Pali Coast, to the sunny South Shore, to the secluded areas of the North Shore, and to the crater of Mt. Wai'ale'ale, Kauai is one of the world's most beautiful islands.
Big Island of Hawaii
With 11 of the 14 known climate zones in the world - from desert lavascapes to tropical rain forests to beaches to snow on the peaks of 13,000 foot volcanoes, the Big Island of Hawaii has something for everyone.
Lanai
Where pineapple was king, today Lanai depends on tourism for it's survival. Secluded beaches, tall pine forests, alien-looking lava rock formations and two of the world's top golf courses are just some of what makes the island of Lanai the choice of today's high-end visitor.
Molokai
The most Hawaiian island of all, Molokai, is certainly not for everyone. It's people are private but amazingly friendly. It's land is desert dry on one end and lush and tropical on the other. In between the Kalaupapa Peninsula bears witness to those who suffered there for having an illness caused by no fault of their own.
Golfing in Hawaii
Hawaii is a golfers paradise with courses on each of the major islands. Whether you're a beginner or experienced golfer, you're sure to find a course to meet your level of play.
Hawaii celebrates the usual mainland holidays, but also many festivals and holidays exclusively its own, many of which derive from annual festivals celebrated by the ancient Hawaiians.
Only 275 days to go!!!!
Don't know if anyone has been looking at the HAL shorex yet; but, just in case you don't see anything that trips your trigger, here are some other suggestions:
Best of Maui
There's so much to see and do on Maui, and so many places to stay and eat. Consistently named as one of the world's best islands, Maui has something for everyone. Beaches of black, gold and red sand, a crater bigger than Manhattan scenic drives, exclusive resorts, historic towns, top snorkeling and scuba diving sites, and tropical rain forests are just some of what you'll find on Maui.
- Top Things to Do on Maui
- Best Affordable Eats in West Maui
- Best Beaches on Maui
- Best Maui Guidebooks
- Best Free Things to Do on Maui
- Favorite Places to Stay on Maui
- Top Upcountry Maui Attractions
- Maui Attractions
- 5 Star Scuba on Maui
- Atlantis Submarine Tour Maui
- Drive Around West Maui's Rugged North Shore
- Drive to Upcountry Maui
- Explore Lahaina, Maui
- Feast at Lele
- Flea Markets, Farmers Markets and Craft Fairs
- Haleakala National Park - Summit Area
- Haleakala National Park Kipahulu Area - Oheo Gulch
- The Road to Hana and Beyond
- Humpback Whales
- Iao Valley State Park
- Kaanapali Beach
- Maui Zipline Adventures
- Old Lahaina Luau
- Sugar Cane Train
- Sunrise at Haleakalā
- Teralani Sailing Adventures
- UFO Parasail on Maui
Best of Oahu
Even today where tourists have so many resources to help them plan their trips. so many visitors to Hawaii spend a week in Waikiki, return home and tell folks they've been to Hawaii. They've missed the real Hawaii. Even on Oahu, there is so much to see and do outside of Waikiki that can keep visitors busy for several visits. Be sure to explore this wonderful island.
- Top Things to Do on Oahu
- Best Oahu Family Activities
- 15 Fun Things to do in Oahu
- 101 Free Things to Do on Oahu (or under $10)
- Best Free Things to Do on Oahu
- Best Free Things to Do in Waikiki
- Best Paid Activities on Oahu
- Oahu Hotel and Resort Reviews and Profiles
- Best Oahu Guidebooks
- Best Oahu Hotels & Resorts
- Top Local Eats on Oahu
- Top Paid Attractions and Tours on Oahu
- Top Oahu Tourist Attractions
- Best Places to Hear Hawaiian Music on Oahu
- Best Places to Shop on Oahu
- What's New With Oahu's Activities, Entertainment and Events
- Atlantis Submarine Tour Waikiki
- Byodo-In Temple in the Valley of the Temples
- Diamond Head State Monument
- Driving Tour of Oahu's Leeward or Waianae Coast
- Driving Tour of Oahu's North Shore
- Exploring Kualoa Ranch and the Ka'a'awa Valley
- Exploring the Manoa Valley
- Hawaii Food Tours
- Honolulu Zoo
- In Search of Filming Locations for ABC's Lost
- Original Glider Rides
- Pacific Aviation Museum
- Paradise Cove Luau at the Ko Olina Resort
- Paradise Helicopters, Turtle Bay Resort Helipad
- Polynesian Cultural Center
- Shopping on Oahu
- Tantalus and Round Top Drive
- Visiting Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial
- Walking Tour of Honolulu's Historic District
- Wild Side Specialty Tours
Kauai
From the awe inspiring Na Pali Coast, to the sunny South Shore, to the secluded areas of the North Shore, and to the crater of Mt. Wai'ale'ale, Kauai is one of the world's most beautiful islands.
- Top Things to Do on Kauai
- Things to Do for Free on Kauai
- Sightseeing Tips for a First Time Visitor to Kauai
- AirVentures Hawaii Big Kahuna Air Tour
- Captain Zodiac's Raft Expeditions on Kauai
- Driving Tour of Kauai's North Shore
- Exploring the Southern Shore of Kauai
- Exploring Waimea Canyon and Koke'e State Park
- Helicopter Tour of Kauai with Jack Harter Helicopters
- Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
- Kilohana Plantation Including Luau Kalamaku
- Kipu Ranch Adventures
- Kauai's Golf Courses
- Limahuli Garden and Preserve
- Photo Safari Hawaii
- Polynesian Adventure Tours Ali'i Movie Excursion and Scenic Hanalei Tour
- Princeville Ranch Horseback Adventures
- Princeville Luau
- Smith's Fern Grotto Wailua River Cruise
Big Island of Hawaii
With 11 of the 14 known climate zones in the world - from desert lavascapes to tropical rain forests to beaches to snow on the peaks of 13,000 foot volcanoes, the Big Island of Hawaii has something for everyone.
- Top Things to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii
- Top Big Island Family Activities
- Cowboys of Hawaii at Parker Ranch
- Exploring Big Island's North Kohala
- Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Hilo Area Attractions
- Hilo Farmers Market
- Kalapana Lava Viewing Site - See the Active Lava Flow
- KapohoKine Adventures
- Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure with Hawaii Forest and Trail
- Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens
- Parker Ranch Cattle Country Tour
- Pololu Valley Hike
- Pu`uhonua O Honaunau - City of Refuge
- Secrets of Puna
- Things To Do For Free On Hawaii's Big Island
- Saddle Road and Mauna Kea Summit Drive
- Waipio Rim Hike Adventure with Hawaii Forest and Trail
- Waipio Valley
Lanai
Where pineapple was king, today Lanai depends on tourism for it's survival. Secluded beaches, tall pine forests, alien-looking lava rock formations and two of the world's top golf courses are just some of what makes the island of Lanai the choice of today's high-end visitor.
Molokai
The most Hawaiian island of all, Molokai, is certainly not for everyone. It's people are private but amazingly friendly. It's land is desert dry on one end and lush and tropical on the other. In between the Kalaupapa Peninsula bears witness to those who suffered there for having an illness caused by no fault of their own.
- Daytrip to Molokai
- East Molokai Along the Kamehameha V Highway
- South Shore of Molokai and the Town of Kaunakakai
- Visiting Kalaupapa Today
Golfing in Hawaii
Hawaii is a golfers paradise with courses on each of the major islands. Whether you're a beginner or experienced golfer, you're sure to find a course to meet your level of play.
- Hawaii Pro Golf Season - PGA, Champions Tour and LPGA Events
- Kauai Golf Courses
- Maui Golf Courses
- Oahu Golf Courses
Hawaii celebrates the usual mainland holidays, but also many festivals and holidays exclusively its own, many of which derive from annual festivals celebrated by the ancient Hawaiians.
- 2012 Festivals and Events On Oahu
- Admission Day in Hawaii
- Ala Moana Center's Annual Fourth Of July Festivities
- Aloha Festivals
- Big Island Film Festival
- Elvis Presley's Aloha from Hawaii, the 40th Anniversary Celebration - Jan. 2013
- Koloa Plantation Days
- Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
- Lantern Floating Hawaii
- Lei Day in Hawaii
- Mele Mei - A Month-long Celebration of Hawaiian Music
- Merrie Monarch Festival
- Prince Lot Hula Festival
- Statehood Day
- Hawaii Festivals - March and April
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
QUACK - QUACK - QUACK !!!
OK Crew, here's the latest ... So far, we have 17 on board ... I would appreciate any information anyone is willing to share. Cabin numbers are only needed so the HAL Activities Coordinator can get your invitations to you. If you don't want your cabin number posted, that is absolutely not a problem. Just send a private e-mail to: john.steinke@dhs.gov, so I'll be able to get events coordinated and no one will be left out.
Calgon & SunFlower Star - John & Patricia - Northern Virginia - Cabin C3332
GloBug - Glorya & Gordon - San Francisco Bay area - Cabin ? (Hmmmm. Maybe we can just put her in a dinghy, or tie a rope to her ankle, and drag her behind the ship?)
Saxon6732 - Alan & Marilyn - Anderson, SC - Cabin - B6122
Sumac! - Herb & Suzy - Alabama - Cabin S7011
JacquieP - Leon & Jacquie
Luriline63 - Lisa, Neil & PizzaBoy
CoysDad - Jim & Patty -
J.E.M. - Jim & Claire -
Early Traditional (5:45 pm) - Calgon / GloBug / JacquieP
Late Traditional (8:00 pm) - Sumac!
Anytime Dining (5:30 - 9:00 pm) - Saxon6732
Apparently, Not Eating - Luriline63 / Coysdad / J.E.M.
April 18th (Vancouver) - Holland Amerika Lijn's 140th Birthday
April 19th (At Sea) - SunFlower's Birthday (one month late)
April 28th (Nawiliwili) - GloBug's Birthday (OMG. Gag me. She's really old. I think she's like ... a hundred or so ... ya know?)
April 28th (Nawiliwili) - Private - Aloha, Mele Ana - Dolphin/Aft / The Duck Crew
May 6th (Vancouver) - Suzy's Birthday
While the Cruise Director and his/her staff will have plenty of activities scheduled (ship building ... Japanese S&M [karaoke] ... trivia contests ... newlywed/not-so-newlywed game ... bingo tournaments ... casino contests ... galley tours ... etc.); I'm looking for suggestions from everyone as to possible group events or teams we can get together for the HAL events (scavenger hunt ... most handsome/beautiful cruise companion (don't even go there gloBug) ... gift exchange ... duck-a-pault ... hula contest ... grass skirt lawn mowing contest ... slot pull ... Calgon/GloBug Cage Match ... knobby-knees ... swimsuit-ping-pong ball stuffing ... GloBug burial-at-sea ... best/worst dressed Hawaiian shirt/mu-mu ... celebrity look-alike ...).
OK, you can see where my poor excuse for a mind is going so, for God's sake, please get your suggestions in. Unless you're willing to foot the bill, events need to be free, or 'no-host', 'cause I'm poor (see the wedding band? ...
... I love you SunFlower!). Nothing is locked in at this time, but since some things will require reservations or other coordination, the sooner we can decide on stuff, the better.
Currently, I'm seriously looking at the following; but, nothing is 'locked in' at this time:
:doubleup: Pre-Cruise (ashore) Dinner - Wednesday, April 17th - 1800 - Mahony & Sons Public House; Burrard Landing; 1055 Canada Place < Mahony & Sons Public House > :doubleup:
:boogie:Sail-Away Gathering - Thursday, April 18th - 1400-1600 - Location TBD:boogie:
:camera:Group Photo- Date/Time/Location TBD :camera:
Crew Meet & Greet - Friday, April 19th
:spyglass:Bridge Tour - Date/Time TBD:spyglass:
:cheer:Cabin Crawl / Wine Tasting - Saturday, April 20th - Time TBD:cheer:
Aloha, Mele Ana - Sunday, April 28th - 1800 - Dolphin/Aft
:thankyou:End of Cruise/Farewell Luncheon (or Dinner) - Friday, May 3rd - Time TBD - Pinnacle Grill:thankyou:
Events
Note: Events in REDare mandatory
Tuesday - April 16th -
Calgon & SunFlower arrival - Pan Pacific Hotel
Wednesday - April 17th -
Sumac! arrival - Pan Pacific Hotel
1800 - ???? / Pre-Cruise Dinner / Mahony & Sons Public House
Thursday - April 18th - Vancouver -
0900 / Terminal opens
1100 / Embarkation Begins
1300 / Cabins released by Hotel Manager
1400-1600 / No-Host Sail Away Gathering
1600 / Embarkation Closes
1600-1630 / Emergency-Muster Drill
1700 / Sail Away & Happy 140th Birthday Holland Amerika Lijns !!!
Friday - April 19th - At Sea
TBD - TBD / CC/C@ Meet & Greet / All
Saturday - April 20th - At Sea
TBD - TBD / Cabin Crawl - Wine Tasting / All
Wednesday - April 24th - Honolulu- 1000 Arrival
1000-2145 / $ 35 / Hop-On/Hop-Off Trolley
1045-1345 / $ 65 / Diamond Head Crater Hike
1100-1500 / $ 90 / Natural Highlights of Oahu
1100-1630 / $ 75 / Pearl Harbor, Honolulu & the Mighty Mo
1115- 1745 / $135 / Explore & Taste Oahu's NorthShore
1130-1530 / $105 / A Tale of Two Palaces: Hawaii's Royal History / Calgon
1130-1730 / $ 40 / Pearl Harbor History & Honolulu
1145-1545 / $ 80 / Valley of the Rainbows & Lyon Arboretum
1200-1500 / $105 / Atlantis Submarine Adventure
1200-1530 / $ 40 / Little Circle Island Tour
1245-2230 / $180 / An Evening at the Polynesian Cultural Center / Saxon6732
1600-2145 / $155 / Paradise Cove Orchid Luau Buffet / Calgon
Thursday - April 25th - Honolulu - 2300 Sail Away
0730-1430 / $165 / Pearl Harbor VIP Military Base Experience
0800-1430 / $ 75 / Pearl Harbor, Honolulu & the Mighty Mo / Calgon
0830-1130 / $ 65 / Diamond Head Crater Hike
0830-1400 / $ 40 / Pearl Harbor History & Honolulu / Saxon6732
0900-1300 / $ 90 / Natural Highlights of Oahu
0900-1700 / $110 / Grand Circle Island by Motorcoach
0915-1245 / $ 40 / Little Circle Island Tour
0915-1545 / $135 / Explore & Taste Oahu's North Shore
0915-2145 / $ 35 / Hop on Hop off Trolley / Calgon
0930-1330 / $105 / A Tale of two Palaces: Hawaii's Royal History
0945-1345 / $ 80 / Valley of the Rainbows & Lyon Arboretum
1000-1300 / $105 / Atlantis Submarine Adventure
1245-2230 / $180 / An Evening at the Polynesian Cultural Center
Friday - April 26th - Lahaina - 0800 Arrival - 2000 Sail Away
0830-1630 / $115 / Haleakala Crater & Iao Valley
0830-1230 / $200 / Upcountry Maui Lavender & Wine Sensation
0845-1345 / $100 / $ 85 / Maui Tropical Plantation & Ocean Center
0845-1445 / $230 / $200 / Lana'i 4x4 Trekker Expedition / Calgon
0900-1330 / $ 90 / $ 70 / Valley to Ocean Discovery
0930-1230 / $ 95 / Catch a Wave Surfing Lessons
0930-1300 / $295 / Crater Rainbow by Helicopter
0930-1330 / $150 / $140 / West Maui Snorkel Cruise
0930-1330 / $200 / Maui Snuba Adventure
0930-1530 / $165 / Rainforest & Waterfall Hiking Adventure
0945-1145 / $105 / $55 / Atlantis Submarine Dive
1030-1530 / $ 70 / Beach Break
1245-1645 / $200 / Upcountry Maui Lavender & Wine Sensation
1345-1545 / $105 / $55 / Atlantis Submarine Dive
1630-1830 / $100 / Trilogy Catamaran Lahaina Sunset Sail / Saxon6732 / Calgon
Saturday - April 27th - Hilo - 0800 Arrival - 1700 Sail Away
0830-1400 / $455 / Big Island Grand Fire and Falls by Helicopter
0830-1630 / $200 / Captain Zodiac Rafting & Snorkel Adventure
0830-1230 / $180 / Culinary Hawaii Home
0830-1500 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure / Calgon
0830-1430 / $130 / Kilauea Volcano Bicycle Adventure
0830-1430 / $180 / $170 / Secrets of Puna
0830-1200 / $100 / Waterfall, Cave & Black Sand Cove
0830-1200 / $ 90 / $ 70 / Waterfalls Spectacular
0900-1130 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
0900-1130 / $ 50 / $ 30 / Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens
0900-1300 / $ 70 / Imiloa Astronomy Center & the Essence of Hilo
0900-1500 / $110 / $ 70 / Explore the Land of Frozen Fire
0900-1530 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure
0900-1500 / $175 / Mauna KeaSummit Adventure
0930-1300 / $ 70 / Imiloa Astronomy Center & the Essence of Hilo
0930-1400 / $ 50 / Pele: Goddess of Fire Volcano Exploration / Saxon6732
0930-1600 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure
0945-1615 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure
1000- 1230 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
1000-1400 / $ 90 / Discover Hilo Waves & Waterfalls
1200-1430 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
1245-1615 / $100 / Waterfall, Cave & Black Sand Cove
1300-1530 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
1300-1530 / $ 50 / $ 30 / Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens
1300-1630 / $ 70 / Imiloa Astronomy Center & the Essence of Hilo
1300-1630 / $ 90/ $ 70 / Waterfalls Spectacular
Sunday -April 28th - Nawiliwili - 1000 Arrival - 1800 Sail Away
1000-430 / $130 / Grove Farm & Kauai Plantation Railway
1030-1600 / $165 / Garden Waterfalls McBryde & Allerton
1030-1630 / $180 / $160 / Hollywood Hawaii Movies & Waterfalls / Saxon6732
1045-1745 / $460 / Heaven & Earth
1030-1330 / $160 / Zipline Trek Iki Mua / Calgon
1100-1630 /$165 / Garden Waterfalls McBryde & Allerton
1100-1430 / $ 70 / $ 50 / Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto
1130-1615 / $ 65 / Scenic Hanalei Valley
1200-1430 / $ 50 / Scenic Kauai Plantation Railway Train & Manor House
1200-1530 / $200 / Kauai Canopy Zipline
1200-1630 / $130 / $100 / Kauai Backroads Adventure 4-Wheel-Drive
1200-1500 / $170 / Tubing the Ditch
1230-1630 / $140 / $120 / Seafun Kauai Shore Snorkel
Saturday -May 4th - Victoria - 1200 Arrival - 2300 Sail Away
TBD / A Stroll Through Victoria / Calgon
TBD / Grand City Drive & Empress High Tea / Saxon6732
TBD / Enchanting Butchart Gardens
TBD / Custom-Enchanting Butchart Gardens
TBD / Butchart & Butterfly Gardens / Calgon
TBD / Orca Whale Watching by Evening
TBD / Sealife Discovery Harbor Tour & Crab Extravaganza
TBD / Victoria Ale & Brewery
TBD / Victoria by Horse-Drawn Trolley
TBD / Victoria Highlights
TBD / Victoria Highlights & Craigdarroch Castle
2400 / Stowaway activities begin ... / Calgon
* Note - No tours in Victoria or Vancouver are being offered by HAL, at this time. The above list was compiled from their "standard" offerings and is posted here simply as a general reference. Check back often at < http://www.hollandamerica.com >to see their current excursions.
Sunday - May 5th - Vancouver - 0700 Arrival
0730 / Debarkation begins
1000 / Debarkation complete
OK Crew, here's the latest ... So far, we have 17 on board ... I would appreciate any information anyone is willing to share. Cabin numbers are only needed so the HAL Activities Coordinator can get your invitations to you. If you don't want your cabin number posted, that is absolutely not a problem. Just send a private e-mail to: john.steinke@dhs.gov, so I'll be able to get events coordinated and no one will be left out.
Crew Manifest
Calgon & SunFlower Star - John & Patricia - Northern Virginia - Cabin C3332
GloBug - Glorya & Gordon - San Francisco Bay area - Cabin ? (Hmmmm. Maybe we can just put her in a dinghy, or tie a rope to her ankle, and drag her behind the ship?)
Saxon6732 - Alan & Marilyn - Anderson, SC - Cabin - B6122
Sumac! - Herb & Suzy - Alabama - Cabin S7011
JacquieP - Leon & Jacquie
Luriline63 - Lisa, Neil & PizzaBoy
CoysDad - Jim & Patty -
J.E.M. - Jim & Claire -
Dinner Selection
Early Traditional (5:45 pm) - Calgon / GloBug / JacquieP
Late Traditional (8:00 pm) - Sumac!
Anytime Dining (5:30 - 9:00 pm) - Saxon6732
Apparently, Not Eating - Luriline63 / Coysdad / J.E.M.
Celebrations
April 18th (Vancouver) - Holland Amerika Lijn's 140th Birthday
April 19th (At Sea) - SunFlower's Birthday (one month late)
April 28th (Nawiliwili) - GloBug's Birthday (OMG. Gag me. She's really old. I think she's like ... a hundred or so ... ya know?)
April 28th (Nawiliwili) - Private - Aloha, Mele Ana - Dolphin/Aft / The Duck Crew
May 6th (Vancouver) - Suzy's Birthday
Group Events/Activities
While the Cruise Director and his/her staff will have plenty of activities scheduled (ship building ... Japanese S&M [karaoke] ... trivia contests ... newlywed/not-so-newlywed game ... bingo tournaments ... casino contests ... galley tours ... etc.); I'm looking for suggestions from everyone as to possible group events or teams we can get together for the HAL events (scavenger hunt ... most handsome/beautiful cruise companion (don't even go there gloBug) ... gift exchange ... duck-a-pault ... hula contest ... grass skirt lawn mowing contest ... slot pull ... Calgon/GloBug Cage Match ... knobby-knees ... swimsuit-ping-pong ball stuffing ... GloBug burial-at-sea ... best/worst dressed Hawaiian shirt/mu-mu ... celebrity look-alike ...).
OK, you can see where my poor excuse for a mind is going so, for God's sake, please get your suggestions in. Unless you're willing to foot the bill, events need to be free, or 'no-host', 'cause I'm poor (see the wedding band? ...
... I love you SunFlower!). Nothing is locked in at this time, but since some things will require reservations or other coordination, the sooner we can decide on stuff, the better. Note: There is only one mandatory group activity ... Getting your fannies/tail feathers on the ship BEFORE 1600 hours (4:00 pm) on April 18th!
Currently, I'm seriously looking at the following; but, nothing is 'locked in' at this time:
:doubleup: Pre-Cruise (ashore) Dinner - Wednesday, April 17th - 1800 - Mahony & Sons Public House; Burrard Landing; 1055 Canada Place < Mahony & Sons Public House > :doubleup:
:boogie:Sail-Away Gathering - Thursday, April 18th - 1400-1600 - Location TBD:boogie:
:camera:Group Photo- Date/Time/Location TBD :camera:
Crew Meet & Greet - Friday, April 19th :spyglass:Bridge Tour - Date/Time TBD:spyglass:
:cheer:Cabin Crawl / Wine Tasting - Saturday, April 20th - Time TBD:cheer:
Aloha, Mele Ana - Sunday, April 28th - 1800 - Dolphin/Aft :thankyou:End of Cruise/Farewell Luncheon (or Dinner) - Friday, May 3rd - Time TBD - Pinnacle Grill:thankyou:
Events
Note: Events in REDare mandatory
Calgon & SunFlower arrival - Pan Pacific Hotel
Wednesday - April 17th -
Sumac! arrival - Pan Pacific Hotel
1800 - ???? / Pre-Cruise Dinner / Mahony & Sons Public House
Thursday - April 18th - Vancouver -
0900 / Terminal opens
1100 / Embarkation Begins
1300 / Cabins released by Hotel Manager
1400-1600 / No-Host Sail Away Gathering
1600 / Embarkation Closes
1600-1630 / Emergency-Muster Drill
1700 / Sail Away & Happy 140th Birthday Holland Amerika Lijns !!!
Friday - April 19th - At Sea
TBD - TBD / CC/C@ Meet & Greet / All
Saturday - April 20th - At Sea
TBD - TBD / Cabin Crawl - Wine Tasting / All
Shore Excursions
Where two prices are shown, the first is for adults and the second is for children.
HAL Excursions are in PURPLE / Private bookings are in BLUE
Where two prices are shown, the first is for adults and the second is for children.
HAL Excursions are in PURPLE / Private bookings are in BLUE
Wednesday - April 24th - Honolulu- 1000 Arrival
1000-2145 / $ 35 / Hop-On/Hop-Off Trolley
1045-1345 / $ 65 / Diamond Head Crater Hike
1100-1500 / $ 90 / Natural Highlights of Oahu
1100-1630 / $ 75 / Pearl Harbor, Honolulu & the Mighty Mo
1115- 1745 / $135 / Explore & Taste Oahu's NorthShore
1130-1530 / $105 / A Tale of Two Palaces: Hawaii's Royal History / Calgon
1130-1730 / $ 40 / Pearl Harbor History & Honolulu
1145-1545 / $ 80 / Valley of the Rainbows & Lyon Arboretum
1200-1500 / $105 / Atlantis Submarine Adventure
1200-1530 / $ 40 / Little Circle Island Tour
1245-2230 / $180 / An Evening at the Polynesian Cultural Center / Saxon6732
1600-2145 / $155 / Paradise Cove Orchid Luau Buffet / Calgon
Thursday - April 25th - Honolulu - 2300 Sail Away
0730-1430 / $165 / Pearl Harbor VIP Military Base Experience
0800-1430 / $ 75 / Pearl Harbor, Honolulu & the Mighty Mo / Calgon
0830-1130 / $ 65 / Diamond Head Crater Hike
0830-1400 / $ 40 / Pearl Harbor History & Honolulu / Saxon6732
0900-1300 / $ 90 / Natural Highlights of Oahu
0900-1700 / $110 / Grand Circle Island by Motorcoach
0915-1245 / $ 40 / Little Circle Island Tour
0915-1545 / $135 / Explore & Taste Oahu's North Shore
0915-2145 / $ 35 / Hop on Hop off Trolley / Calgon
0930-1330 / $105 / A Tale of two Palaces: Hawaii's Royal History
0945-1345 / $ 80 / Valley of the Rainbows & Lyon Arboretum
1000-1300 / $105 / Atlantis Submarine Adventure
1245-2230 / $180 / An Evening at the Polynesian Cultural Center
Friday - April 26th - Lahaina - 0800 Arrival - 2000 Sail Away
0830-1630 / $115 / Haleakala Crater & Iao Valley
0830-1230 / $200 / Upcountry Maui Lavender & Wine Sensation
0845-1345 / $100 / $ 85 / Maui Tropical Plantation & Ocean Center
0845-1445 / $230 / $200 / Lana'i 4x4 Trekker Expedition / Calgon
0900-1330 / $ 90 / $ 70 / Valley to Ocean Discovery
0930-1230 / $ 95 / Catch a Wave Surfing Lessons
0930-1300 / $295 / Crater Rainbow by Helicopter
0930-1330 / $150 / $140 / West Maui Snorkel Cruise
0930-1330 / $200 / Maui Snuba Adventure
0930-1530 / $165 / Rainforest & Waterfall Hiking Adventure
0945-1145 / $105 / $55 / Atlantis Submarine Dive
1030-1530 / $ 70 / Beach Break
1245-1645 / $200 / Upcountry Maui Lavender & Wine Sensation
1345-1545 / $105 / $55 / Atlantis Submarine Dive
1630-1830 / $100 / Trilogy Catamaran Lahaina Sunset Sail / Saxon6732 / Calgon
Saturday - April 27th - Hilo - 0800 Arrival - 1700 Sail Away
0830-1400 / $455 / Big Island Grand Fire and Falls by Helicopter
0830-1630 / $200 / Captain Zodiac Rafting & Snorkel Adventure
0830-1230 / $180 / Culinary Hawaii Home
0830-1500 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure / Calgon
0830-1430 / $130 / Kilauea Volcano Bicycle Adventure
0830-1430 / $180 / $170 / Secrets of Puna
0830-1200 / $100 / Waterfall, Cave & Black Sand Cove
0830-1200 / $ 90 / $ 70 / Waterfalls Spectacular
0900-1130 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
0900-1130 / $ 50 / $ 30 / Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens
0900-1300 / $ 70 / Imiloa Astronomy Center & the Essence of Hilo
0900-1500 / $110 / $ 70 / Explore the Land of Frozen Fire
0900-1530 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure
0900-1500 / $175 / Mauna KeaSummit Adventure
0930-1300 / $ 70 / Imiloa Astronomy Center & the Essence of Hilo
0930-1400 / $ 50 / Pele: Goddess of Fire Volcano Exploration / Saxon6732
0930-1600 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure
0945-1615 / $165 / Gourmet Volcano Adventure
1000- 1230 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
1000-1400 / $ 90 / Discover Hilo Waves & Waterfalls
1200-1430 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
1245-1615 / $100 / Waterfall, Cave & Black Sand Cove
1300-1530 / $280 / Circle of Fire Volcano Helicopter Experience
1300-1530 / $ 50 / $ 30 / Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens
1300-1630 / $ 70 / Imiloa Astronomy Center & the Essence of Hilo
1300-1630 / $ 90/ $ 70 / Waterfalls Spectacular
Sunday -April 28th - Nawiliwili - 1000 Arrival - 1800 Sail Away
1000-430 / $130 / Grove Farm & Kauai Plantation Railway
1030-1600 / $165 / Garden Waterfalls McBryde & Allerton
1030-1630 / $180 / $160 / Hollywood Hawaii Movies & Waterfalls / Saxon6732
1045-1745 / $460 / Heaven & Earth
1030-1330 / $160 / Zipline Trek Iki Mua / Calgon
1100-1630 /$165 / Garden Waterfalls McBryde & Allerton
1100-1430 / $ 70 / $ 50 / Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto
1130-1615 / $ 65 / Scenic Hanalei Valley
1200-1430 / $ 50 / Scenic Kauai Plantation Railway Train & Manor House
1200-1530 / $200 / Kauai Canopy Zipline
1200-1630 / $130 / $100 / Kauai Backroads Adventure 4-Wheel-Drive
1200-1500 / $170 / Tubing the Ditch
1230-1630 / $140 / $120 / Seafun Kauai Shore Snorkel
Saturday -May 4th - Victoria - 1200 Arrival - 2300 Sail Away
TBD / A Stroll Through Victoria / Calgon
TBD / Grand City Drive & Empress High Tea / Saxon6732
TBD / Enchanting Butchart Gardens
TBD / Custom-Enchanting Butchart Gardens
TBD / Butchart & Butterfly Gardens / Calgon
TBD / Orca Whale Watching by Evening
TBD / Sealife Discovery Harbor Tour & Crab Extravaganza
TBD / Victoria Ale & Brewery
TBD / Victoria by Horse-Drawn Trolley
TBD / Victoria Highlights
TBD / Victoria Highlights & Craigdarroch Castle
2400 / Stowaway activities begin ... / Calgon
* Note - No tours in Victoria or Vancouver are being offered by HAL, at this time. The above list was compiled from their "standard" offerings and is posted here simply as a general reference. Check back often at < http://www.hollandamerica.com >to see their current excursions.
Sunday - May 5th - Vancouver - 0700 Arrival
0730 / Debarkation begins
1000 / Debarkation complete
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Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
Lisa - With all the stuff going on im my alleged life, I really thought you were going ... I'll fix it. Thanks. (I'm holding out hope ... )
GloBug - I really thought I had corrected that. My bad. It will be fixed on the next posting (time expired for editing, cause I'm so lame). I did get the approximate age right though, didn't I?
GloBug - I really thought I had corrected that. My bad. It will be fixed on the next posting (time expired for editing, cause I'm so lame). I did get the approximate age right though, didn't I?
GloBug
Senior Flea Coller Tester
No, you got THAT wrong too! I am going to be 29!
Contrary to what SOMEONE might say, I will NOT pollute the pristine waters of Hawaii if I am dragged behind the boat. Not that I want to be, you understand....
Lurline63
Staff Captain
I guess the three pre-Duck cruise gatherings I attended (SF, NY, Seattle) have given me an honorary D.I.T. standing! Maybe we can make it four. I love Vancouver -- I'll have to see when DH's school vacation week is. (It's usually 3rd week April, but official calendar is not out yet.) BTW, we found a fabulous restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown that I think you might like:
Welcome to Floata Seafood Restaurant
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
"29" ?
Actually, we were thinking more along the lines of ... shark repellant ... (could help you solve that nasty flea problen too)
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