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ehrkes
February 6th, 2005, 09:22 AM
Hello,

Happy Sunday Morning to all CC'ers. We are sitting here in 45 degree Chicago (somewhat warm--hahaha morning) anyhow there are some great articles on a few things relating to Holland America, while sitting here reading the good, ole Chicago Tribune, cruising in general and Half Moon Cay:

1. Article about cruisings 2005
http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/ (http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/)

2. Article about cruising/visiting The British Virgin Islands
http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/chi-gvl1oqq0h.37feb06,1,3089295.story?coll=chi-travel-hed&ctrack=2&cset=true (http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/chi-gvl1oqq0h.37feb06,1,3089295.story?coll=chi-travel-hed&ctrack=2&cset=true)

3. Article all about Westerdam and HALF MOON CAY, private island in Bahamas.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/chi-g281p61en.17feb06,1,2338364.story?coll=chi-travel-hed&ctrack=3&cset=true (http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/chi-g281p61en.17feb06,1,2338364.story?coll=chi-travel-hed&ctrack=3&cset=true)

Enjoy! and bon voyage and happy reading--I know my wife and I are very excited see you soon Half Moon Cay, and Westerdam 3/6/05!

Ehrkes!
Chicago
spcl4cs_gal
February 6th, 2005, 09:58 AM
Only one thing wrong with their description of HMC...there are supposedly 10 cabanas on the beach now, not 8...but who's counting?? :)
ehrkes
February 6th, 2005, 10:01 AM
I don't think we are going to rent a Cabana.....we have heard rave reviews...But, we would rather walk the island, find somewhere romantic to lay out, leave our cares behind.....you know.....But I have read some awesome reviews of the Cabana rentals...........I hope everyone is enjoying the CT stories--I have been busy reading up on Tortola through a link a fellow CCer sent me-thanks...........

Ehrkes:)
spcl4cs_gal
February 6th, 2005, 04:12 PM
It can get quite hot at HMC so if you don't want to get a cabana you might consider a clamshell for the day. They are only $9.
Cruisechik
February 6th, 2005, 05:06 PM
What is a clamshell? Can you rent them in advance?
spcl4cs_gal
February 6th, 2005, 07:38 PM
A clamshell is this blue tent-like structure that stands up like half a sphere (maybe) and keeps the sun off you as you lay on the beach. These are quite big so not to worry if there is two of you using one. You can book one with Ship Services or on the online excursion form. (Sorry if this description is a bit vague but I have only seen the clamshells, never had one personally.)
bleuseas
February 6th, 2005, 08:43 PM
Hey Ehrkes!
Your posting on the Tribune caught my eye. Nothing better than sitting in on a cold(?) Sunday with the paper. We moved to AZ almost two years ago and that is one of the things I miss down here....besides the food. Thanks for the memory!
Also, you'll love Tortola. Pulling into that port is one of my favorite cruise memories. Absoultely gorgeous with lots of other islands nearby...like a dream!
Enjoy!:)
Cruisechik
February 7th, 2005, 10:01 AM
A clamshell is this blue tent-like structure that stands up like half a sphere (maybe) and keeps the sun off you as you lay on the beach. These are quite big so not to worry if there is two of you using one. You can book one with Ship Services or on the online excursion form. (Sorry if this description is a bit vague but I have only seen the clamshells, never had one personally.)

Thanks for the info :)
Himself
February 7th, 2005, 10:57 AM
Every year the Trib takes a Sunday and their travel section features cruising.
I saw that HMC made the front page of the travel section.

Himself