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Big Island of Hawaii and its Waterfalls

After six days at sea, we finally spotted land:  Hawaii, the Big Island, straight ahead!  The state of Hawaii encompasses hundreds of islands spread over 1,500 miles. At the southeastern end of the Hawaiian archipelago, the eight main islands are – in order from northwest to southeast – Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lānai, Kahoolawe, Maui, and the the Big Island of Hawaii. A volcanic hot …

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Lincoln Center Stage Performances and Other Acts

Most cruise ships have excellent entertainment on board.  Some have Broadway quality singing and dancing.  One cruise we took had some wonderful family-friendly comedians.  Holland America continued this excellent entertainment in their Lincoln Center venue. The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and Holland America created a partnership where top drawer classical music is available …

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Sailing on the Eurodam to Hawaii

One of the great things about taking a cruise is exploring the ship.  As soon as we get aboard, Tom and I start walking level by level getting oriented.  The Eurodam, one of Holland America‘s ships, has 2,000 passengers, 800 crew, and 11 stories so there was plenty to explore.  The Eurodam is nine years …

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Mount St Helens National Monument

The day after we went to Mt. Rainier, we headed to Mount St Helens National Monument.  The two mountains are very similar in size and composition, but their recent history makes them look very different.  Mt. Rainier is a National Park in the Department of the Interior but Mount St Helens is administered by the …

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