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Mexican Riviera Cruise
7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise
This cruise will feature a Super Bowl Party aboard Holland America's ms Oosterdam
Round trip: San Diego, California | Sun, Feb 04 2018 - Sun, Feb 11 2018
Important: To participate in the poker room, all reservations must be made through Card Player Cruises
Take a luxurious cruise on the ms Oosterdam by Holland America. Known for it's opulent comfort and sumptuous meals, Holland America Cruises are prepared to treat guests to a world class experience.
Come join us in the poker room and play day and night to your heart's desire. We will also be offering beginner's lessons for cruisers new to poker.
Ship Name:
ms Oosterdam
Poker Room:
Deck 3 (Promenade), Hudson, Half Moon & Stuyvesant
Dining Begins:
5:30 p.m.
Passport: For US passengers a valid passport (6 months) or original birth certificate is required to board the ship. For Non US, please click here.
Itinerary
Day 1
All Aboard: San Diego, CA
Sun Feb 4, 2017: Departs 4:00 p.m.
Poker Room Open
Be sure to take some time to explore San Diego. The weather is amazing with sunny skies and cool breezes. There is so much to see and do, you'll always remember your time here.
Day 2
Cruising: At Sea
Mon Feb 5, 2017: Cruising
Poker Room Open
Come visit us in the poker room! We are open all day when the ship is out to sea and in the evenings after the ship has left port. View our poker schedule for complete details.
Day 3
Port: Cabo San Lucas, MX
Tue Feb 6, 2017: Arrives: 10:00 a.m., Departs: 6:00 p.m.
Poker Room Open
Once referred to as the "millionaire's sandbox," Cabo San Lucas is Mexico's jewel resort at the very tip of the Baja Peninsula. Its remote location and unspoiled beauty make this a seaside paradise. At the tip of the Baja Peninsula, where the blue Pacific mingles with the Sea of Cortez in a whirl of watercolors. Even more spectacular: waters teeming with marlin, swordfish, sailfish, tuna and other fighting fish. Feast your eyes on exquisite black coral; take in the annual migration of the gray whale.
Day 4
Port: Mazatlan, MX
Wed Feb 7, 2017: Arrives: 8:00 a.m., Departs: 6:00 p.m,
Poker Room Open
An exciting mixture of old and new Mexico, Mazatlán has been blessed with a harbor of natural beauty. The neighboring mountain range rises as a majestic backdrop for this scenic city. As Mexico's first major resort community, Mazatlán owes its continued popularity to vast unspoiled beaches, first-class resorts and friendly people.
Day 5
Port: Puerto Vallarta, MX
Thu Feb 8, 2017: Arrives: 8:00 a.m., Departs: 9:00 p.m.
Poker Room Open
Puerto Vallarta has all the amenities of a classic beach resort: surf, sand and sun. But, that’s just the beginning. Perfect for honeymooners, families and seniors alike, Puerto Vallarta features fun-filled activities including: sport fishing, golfing, horseback riding, hiking and whale watching. A modern destination that remains loyal to its traditional Mexican roots, this port is distinct from any other destination in Mexico. The mountains, jungles, beaches, rivers and waterfalls make this the perfect vacation destination.
Day 6
Cruising: At Sea
Fri Feb 9, 2017: Cruising
Poker Room Open
The ms Oosterdam has an array of onboard activities that will help you relax and expand your horizon. Learn a new skill, spend time at the spa or take in a show. There are plenty of dining venues to sample. From luxious dining to classic favorites, there is always something new to try.
Day 7
Cruising: At Sea
Sat Feb 10, 2017: Cruising
Poker Room Open
Beautiful works of art from the Rijksmuseum are spread throughout Holland America's cruiseline ship. Brought aboard to inspire travelers, this museum at sea is not to be missed.
Day 8
Docking: San Diego, CA
Sun Feb 11, 2017: Arrives: 7:00 a.m.
Poker Room Open
Not ready to go home? Well, why would you? San Diego has one of the most famous zoos in the world and with the city's fine weather, the animals are almost always out and enjoying the breeze. It's a lovely end to a perfect vacation.
Poker Room
Card Player Cruises proudly features a professional, fully staffed, non-smoking poker room. The poker room is usually open for play immediately after the first-seating dinner on your departure day. The poker room remains open throughout most of the cruise except when the ship is in port. Free beginner lessons for novices are offered, followed by a low limit hold’em game for beginners only.
The Card Player Cruises staff will be happy to spread any game and limit that enough players want to play. A general guideline regarding the games and limits on most cruises is as follows:
Limit hold’em: $2/$4 – $4-$8 and higher upon request No–limit hold’em: $1/3, $2/5, and higher upon request Omaha/8: $4/8 and often higher ($10/20 on up). Mixed games: Mixed games upon request Tournaments will be announced.
Please contact our office for further details.
All poker games are open to anyone 18 years and older.
All stateroom images are representative samples and actual staterooms may differ in appearance. Stateroom availability is subject to change without notice. Square footage is not specific, but is an average of category type. Please contact us for more details.
Staterooms
All rooms include: Plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens, luxurious bathrobes,100% Egyptian cotton towels, premium massage showerheads, make-up mirrors, hair dryers, fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities, elegant ice bucket and serving tray, Video On Demand Interactive TV System, ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service.
Neptune Suites
Approximately 500–712 sq. ft. including verandah 2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath, shower and additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. Show Amenities
- NEW: Bose® Mini Soundlink II®
- NEW: Complimentary mimosas with in-suite breakfast
- NEW: Premium duvet
- NEW: Expanded line of Elemis bath amenities*
- NEW: In-suite coffee and espresso machine*
- A very special amenity exclusively for guests cruising in a Neptune or Pinnacle Suite, the industry-leading Neptune Lounge features a private place to relax, socialize with other suite guests and enjoy the personalized service of a concierge. The fleet-wide lounges provide worktables, large screen television, library, sofas and chairs, refreshments throughout the day and Wi-Fi for a small charge. One-Touch 24-hour Concierge Service is available when the Neptune Lounge is closed.
- Complimentary laundry, pressing and dry cleaning throughout your cruise
- Complimentary sparkling wine served in the Neptune Lounge upon embarkation
- Complimentary bottled water provided in suite at embarkation
- Gorgeous corsages and boutonnieres for the first formal night
- Cold hors d'oeuvres served before dinner each evening on request
- Binoculars and umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Cocktail party with ship officers
- Priority boarding for tendered ports of call
- Special disembarkation service
- Priority dining and seating requests
- Exclusive daily breakfast service
- High tea service in suite on request
- Teak-lined private verandah
- A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows
- Oversized bath towels, cotton bathrobes and slippers
- No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining
- Personalized cruise stationery
- One-touch telephone concierge service
- Fresh flowers
- Umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Video On Demand Interactive TV System
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Signature Suites
Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath, shower and additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. Show Amenities
- NEW: Premium duvet
- NEW: Binoculars for use during voyage
- Teak-lined private verandah
- A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows
- Oversized bath towels, cotton bathrobes and slippers
- No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining
- Personalized cruise stationery
- One-touch telephone concierge service
- Fresh flowers
- Umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Video On Demand Interactive TV System
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Verandah
Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub, shower, sitting area, private verandah, oor-to-ceiling windows. Show Amenities
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Video On Demand Interactive TV System
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Ocean View
Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub, shower. Some views are partially or fully obstructed. Please, call to request ocean view preferences. . Show Amenities
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Video On Demand Interactive TV System
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Interior 4x Options
Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
- I - Large with 2 lower beds, shower.
- K - Large or Standard with 2 lower beds, shower.
- L - Standard with 2 lower bed, shower.
- J - Wheelchair accessible Interior Staterooms
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Video On Demand Interactive TV System
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
