CANADIAN SAILING
EXPEDITIONS
Eastern Canada, Caribbean
Cruise Report:
THE SAILING SHIP CALEDONIA
CALEDONIA
Passenger Capacity: 76
Built: 1947; Re-fit 2007
Former Names: Akurey, Petrel V, Cape Harrison
Length: 245 ft.
Officers: Canadian
Staff and Crew: 20, Canadian |
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Itinerary:
4, 7, and 10-day voyages from June to October in eastern Canada
including Newfoundland, Quebec and Nova Scotia; December through April
the ship cruises the Caribbean including less frequented islands. Cruises in Canada include: Western
Newfoundland including Gros
Morne National Park; Quebec
City traveling the Saint Lawrence River and up the Saguenay; Nova
Scotia with visits to towns and small communities such as Liverpool,
Mahone Bay and a stop at Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Cabins:
31. All cabins have heat and
air-conditioning. There are 4 suites with a queen bed and ensuite shower
and toilet, 10 cabins with a double bed below and single bed above and
ensuite shower and toilet, 11 cabins with two single beds and ensuite
shower and toilet, 4 shared cabins with two single beds and shared
washroom facilities, and 2 quad cabins with four single beds, and
ensuite shower and toilet.
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Dress:
Casual. Wind and raingear is suggested.
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Facilities and Activities:
This is an expedition cruise vessel
offering coastal
cruising on Canada's East Coast during the summer and the Caribbean during the winter. The Main Salon/
Dining Room has seating for 76 people. During most voyages guest speakers
are onboard to provide insight into the people, places and history of
ports of call. Daily shore excursions include optional guided tours to
museums and national parks. Passengers can use onboard sea kayaks. Crewed zodiac tours are available. During most voyages
the ship is in port or at anchor for the night, allowing passengers to
experience local festivals and entertainment. Children are permitted,
minimum age 8. Many members of the crew speak English and French, and
many tours are offered in both languages. Passengers are permitted to
assist the crew in sailing the ship and are invited to visit the bridge.
One afternoon allows climbing aloft.
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Recent Fares Reported to Us:
$2,106 to $3,042 Canadian Dollars per person double occupancy for
seven-days, including
ship recreational equipment.
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fares and itineraries of Caledonia, click on this
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