South America and Antarctica The Rotterdam  January 11  31, 2006

Following the example of some of the other reviews Ive read (which were excellent), Ive divided my review into my thoughts about the Ship and the Ports/Shore Excursions I went on.

First, let me state that this was my first cruise. I had been wanting to do this trip for many years and finally the stars aligned and I was able to have the trip of a lifetime (so far)! I had a wonderful vacation and it was worth every penny that I spent. I had no idea what a cruise would be like, if I would get seasick, if I would be bored or lonely, etc. Read more