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The Netherlands, wintermonths in Puerto vallarta, Mexico
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Ijmuiden cruise terminal to Amsterdam city center
Ine replied to sbaker's topic in British Isles/Western Europe
The easiest way by far will be transport offered by your cruiseline. Bus 382 has a stop at Badhuisweg, which is about a 5 minutes walk (you will need to go up and done a dike), from there the bus will take you in about 1 hour to Amsterdam Sloterdijk station, then again you need to take a train to Amsterdam Centraal Station. Of course the same on the return. I donot know how often the bus goes, but check the special website ov9292.english. There certainly will be a few taxis, but they might be expensive.- 1 reply
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Since Trollstigen is in a high elevation it might be there is too much snow to open the road. Maybe this camping near Trollstigen can help you, try to contact them. https://www.trollstigen.no/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2GwFv4r0reNDUDWr0biOEwc0nbNQcrBVIQcM1aiJHpK6xC9JU3tChOC7U_aem_AUTt4GDgWiTTfdfSx0zfAbm3uWtIyWpZBsRskNT6jjyLj-h57nSQE-w5_m4bp_kyA4p7TzOnrP5I-Snct04uLFbC
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Puerto Vallarta Private Driver Recommendation
Ine replied to luv2cruz@sea's topic in Mexican Riviera
At the dock you will find various certified guides/drivers, talk to them. They all speak english -
Donot expect any action in IJmuiden. Do yourself a favor and book a private driver before you get there.However you might be shocked by the price. It is very likely your cruiseline will offer some excursions, possible transfer to Amsterdam. Both Volendam and Zaanse Schans can be done by public transport from Centraal Station Amsterdam, but not in combination.
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Lobster Restaurant Recommendations along the Mexican Riviera
Ine replied to SelectSys's topic in Mexican Riviera
Mexican Rivera does not have real lobster places. Lobster is best is colder ocean areas.If you find any it will be imported from other areas. There is a mexican version of lobster, but I often hear it is not as tasty and smaller. In Puerto Vallarta you might try The Blue Shrimp, or Tuna Azul -
Stay in The Hague prior to cruise from Rotterdam
Ine replied to nightingalegirl's topic in British Isles/Western Europe
The Hague has a lot of history re the royal family. Maybe this free walk is interesting for you: https://denhaag.com/en/pass/discounts/royal-tour-free-royal-audio-and-video-walking-tour Also you can visit the mini Netherlands at Madurodam: https://www.madurodam.nl/en Of course there are great museums like Mauritshuis (the girl with the pearl), Escher museum, Panorama Mesdag, Peace Palace and more. Also check this website: https://denhaag.com/en/do?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5cOwBhCiARIsAJ5njuawL87gp3RDkvzUjELcCXb15JEmGEbC-KcZx1iziVLFor29NSNXDY4aAnPoEALw_wcB -
In general you will need to make reservations through your airline. Donot expect to find wheelchairs to be available at most airports.
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Las Caletas in PV-Warning Email from Tour Operator
Ine replied to Gardyloo2's topic in Mexican Riviera
As far as I know you cannot book a tour with Vallarta Adventures when you are on a cruise ship. That is part of the agreement. So if you book it, it is indeed your own risk that you may not return in time. Also you probably need to get on and off board at the Marina or even at their office in Nuevo Nayarit, not at the cruise terminal. -
The best view is on the left (port) side. Right is mostly industrial. That is for sailing into Rotterdam.
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amsterdam, netherlands port for NCL
Ine replied to wintertexancruiser's topic in British Isles/Western Europe
The Star is not on the list of Amsterdam port, but the Prima is. Check here: https://sea.cruiseportamsterdam.com/cruise-calendar/ But indeed the Star will dock in IJmuiden. https://felisonterminal.com/cruise/ -
Shuttle/Train Rotterdam to Bruges for Disabled Traveler
Ine replied to peachquilter's topic in British Isles/Western Europe
Please be aware there are NO direct trains from Rotterdam to Bruges. You have at least 1 or 2 transfers! Which also might mean you need to change platforms too. Maybe better look for buses like Flixbus.I copied their site, so you have an impression. You luggage will be stored, your husband needs a few steps to get into and from the bus. To get to the stop in Rotterdam it is an easy short cabride. https://www.flixbus.ca/?_sp=1248ef2d-cfbb-437f-b5a2-a59c5ecc7fdc.1710512126821&atb_pdid=fc1da07c-62cc-49ed-92a5-5f18e858b681&noRedirect=true&_spnuid=0fa23b53-c401-41dd-b360-55cd131e9a8d_1710512126729 -
Just rescheduled to Amsterdam on Wednesday
Ine replied to Eli_6's topic in British Isles/Western Europe
Zaanse schans still has no entrance fee. There is a plan however to soon start with an entrance fee. You only pay for the windmills you want to see inside and the museum. You can freely walk around, taste cheese, see how klompen (clogs) are and were being made, visit an old grocery store, bakery and more. Please be aware it is not a real museum, people are living in the old houses, so give them their privacy. More on the website: https://www.dezaanseschans.nl/en/ -
Although we have taken Hoho buses in various ports, ont in Vallarta. For the simple fact that we have a car here. I have often enough seen this bus, but I think the price is rather high. It goes over the nice road to the south with great views over the bay. However it is the only road going south, so it will drive the same stretch going and returning. It has 2 interesting stops, Playa Palmares and Mismaloya in case you want to have a drink or food. Our personal choice would be Playa Palmares, nice view, you can eat in the restaurant or on the beach and never crowded. Mismaloya has a nice view too but can be rather crowded. But if you can find an Uber, a personal driver (many offer their services in port) or cab (maybe with fellow passengers) I would prefer that. Remember to always make your price before entering.
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How to get from Port to Marina in Puerto Vallarta
Ine replied to redbanshee's topic in Mexican Riviera
PS Hank. I now notice I wrote NO Hank, but hopefully you understand I intended to write Not Hank, to tell the poster that I answered and not you.