Jan. 6, 2012 Antarctica/South America with JOHN LUND, BARBARA B JONES, ROY CHRISTENSEN & STEVEN NEAL
Join John Lund, Barbara Barrington Jones, Roy Christensen & Dr. Steven Lloyd Neal for an Antarctica/South American Adventure.
January 6-23, 2012
South America Antarctic Explorer Cruise
Join John Lund, Barbara Barrington Jones, Roy Christensen & Dr. Steven Lloyd Neal
for "South America and Antarctica"
**Post cruise tour to Machu Picchu. More information coming soon.**
This once-in a lifetime adventure offers the opportunity to spend 3 days sailing along Antarctica’s coast and inlets and to experience such fascinating places as: Puerto Montt with Petrohue Waterfalls and Lake Llanquigue; Punta Arenas and the Magellanic penguins; Ushuaia with an up-close view of cormorants and a glacier; the much disputed Falkland Islands; Puerto Madryn with an unforgettable stop at a German pastry shop and the local LDS church; the beautiful city of Montevideo with it’s incredible architecture and sculptures; plus much much more! Savor onboard evening shows, endless gourmet delights, and inspiring and fun lectures with Dr. John Lund, Barbara Barrington Jones, and Dr. Steven Lloyd Neal. Join our adventurous LDS group as we create lifetime memories!
Day
Port
Duration
Excursion/Activity
Fri
Valparaiso (Santiago), Chile
5:00 pm
Introductions
Sat
At Sea
Lectures at Sea
Sun
Puerto Montt, Chile
Full Day
Tour & Church Service
Mon
Scenic Cruising-Chilean Fjords
Tue
Scenic Cruising-Amalia Glacier& Canal Sarmiento
Wed
Scenic Cruising-Strait of Magellan
Wed
Punta Areanas, Chile
Full Day
Tour
Wed
Scenic Cruising-Cockburn & Beagle Channels
Thu
Daylight Cruising-Glacier Alley
Thu
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Half Day & Evening
Tour
Fri
Scenic Cruising-Cape Horn & Drake Passage
Sat
Anvers Island (Palmer Station), Paradise Bay, Cuverville Island, Neumayer and Lemaire channels, Petersmann Island
Sun
Greenwich Island (Yankee Harbor), Half Moon Island, Livingston Island (Hannah Point), Deception Island
Mon
Elephant Island (Endurance Glacier), Paulet Island, Hope Bay (Esperanza Station)
Tue
At Sea
Lectures at Sea
Wed
Stanley, Falkland Islands
Half Day-Morning
Tour
Thu
At Sea
Lectures at Sea
Fri
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Full Day
Tour
Sat
At Sea
Lectures at Sea
Sun
Montevideo, Uruguary
Full Day
Tour
Mon
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive 6:00AM
DEFINITIONS of PORT DURATION TIMES:
Full Day Arrival at or before 10 AM Departure between 3 PM (including 3 PM) and 8 PM (not including 8 PM)
Half Day & Evening Arrival after 10AM Departure at or after 8 PM but before daylight (not including 10 AM) the next day (approx. 7 AM)
Half Day-Morning Arrival at or before 10 AM Departure before 3 PM (not including 3 PM)
IMPORTANT ANTARCTIC INFORMATION: Exact itinerary in Antarctica will depend on permissions, ice, weather conditions and time available. There will be no landings in Antarctica. Visits by cruise ships to the Antarctic require government approval. Holland America Line has obtained government approval for this cruise. There remains the possibility, however, that this approval could be withdrawn if a change is made in applicable governmental requirements.
Ship information
Grandly proportioned and recently enhanced, the ms Veendam offers an onboard experience defined by spacious comfort and the latest Signature of Excellence features and amenities. Guests aboard the ms Veendam will not only enjoy elegant dining rooms, a $2 million art and antique collection, wide teak decks and spacious staterooms - many with private verandahs – but also new and exciting venues, stateroom options along with a complete update to all stateroom furnishings.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursion information will come out closer to the cruise time.
All Shore Excursions are optional and may be purchased separate from the cruise rate.
Headliners
John Lund is the author of several books including Mesoamerica and the Book of Mormon: Is This The Place? and How to Hug a Porcupine. He is a popular BYU Education Week speaker, retired from the Church Education System, an avid scriptorian, and an in-demand tour leader. His diverse expertise and entertaining presentations will make this an unforgettable voyage.
Barbara Barrington Jones is an in-demand international speaker having lectured for the LDS Church Educational System with such programs as Especially for Youth and Education Week. She is the author of several books including The Incredible Gifts of Women, The Inside-Outside Beauty Book and The Confident You: A Woman's Guide to Lasting Beauty. She is an administrator of the HBJ Foundation which sponsors the "Be The Best You" teen girls camp and "A New You," a week of internal and external rejuvenation for women. Her fun and informative presentations will enhance our vacation experience.
Steve Lloyd Neal is a plastic surgeon; popular speaker; artist & sculptor. His paintings and sculptures are found in many visitor’s centers. His two most recent creations, “Duty Calls” & “Duty Triumphs” honoring the Mormon Battalion were unveiled at This Is The Place Heritage Park in Utah August 21, 2010. This incredible artist and fascinating speaker will be autographing FREE PRINTS for our group!
Roy Christensen is a successful businessman and
international tour leader for BYU faculty members and has traveled
with political dignitaries. We will benefit greatly from his knowledge
of gospel topics.
Rates
All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin travel at reduced rates. Organize 8 double occupancy cabins and cruise for free--call for details!
Cabin Type
Rate (pp/dbl occ.)
Inside
$2999
Outside
$3209
Verandah Suite
$6709
Taxes & Govt Fees
$207.99
Reservation Fee***
$40
Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities. We will be happy to book your air if you would like--air is available at all major gateways. A $900.00 deposit per person is required to reserve your space. $850 is refundable until September 30, 2011 when final payment is due. Space can be recalled or sold out as soon as 6 months before sailing so BOOK EARLY!
***Reservation fees are per person.
Cruise Lady Events: If you would like to participate in Cruise Lady excursions or classes, you must book through Cruise Lady.
Passports: Passports are recommended for this sailing. Passports ARE required for international travel by air and for this reason we STRONGLY suggest you travel with them. They should be valid through July 2012.
Contact us toll free at: 1-888-707-4386 or 801-453-9444.
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South America 
January 6-23, 2012 
Grandly proportioned and recently enhanced, the ms Veendam offers an onboard experience defined by spacious comfort and the latest Signature of Excellence features and amenities. Guests aboard the ms Veendam will not only enjoy elegant dining rooms, a $2 million art and antique collection, wide teak decks and spacious staterooms - many with private verandahs – but also new and exciting venues, stateroom options along with a complete update to all stateroom furnishings.
John Lund is the author of several books including Mesoamerica and the Book of Mormon: Is This The Place? and How to Hug a Porcupine. He is a popular BYU Education Week speaker, retired from the Church Education System, an avid scriptorian, and an in-demand tour leader. His diverse expertise and entertaining presentations will make this an unforgettable voyage.
Barbara Barrington Jones is an in-demand international speaker having lectured for the LDS Church Educational System with such programs as Especially for Youth and Education Week. She is the author of several books including The Incredible Gifts of Women, The Inside-Outside Beauty Book and The Confident You: A Woman's Guide to Lasting Beauty. She is an administrator of the HBJ Foundation which sponsors the "Be The Best You" teen girls camp and "A New You," a week of internal and external rejuvenation for women. Her fun and informative presentations will enhance our vacation experience. 
Steve Lloyd Neal is a plastic surgeon; popular speaker; artist & sculptor. His paintings and sculptures are found in many visitor’s centers. His two most recent creations, “Duty Calls” & “Duty Triumphs” honoring the Mormon Battalion were unveiled at This Is The Place Heritage Park in Utah August 21, 2010. This incredible artist and fascinating speaker will be autographing FREE PRINTS for our group!
Roy Christensen is a successful businessman and
international tour leader for BYU faculty members and has traveled
with political dignitaries. We will benefit greatly from his knowledge
of gospel topics.