July 22 – August 3, 2017 12- Night Mediterranean CME Cruise

Sexual Health & Urology

TIP SHEET: Mediterranean CME Cruise

DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART CME MEETING

SATURDAY,

JULY 22

ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA),

ITALY 6:00 PM

SUNDAY,

JULY 23

FLORENCE/PISA (LIVORNO),

ITALY 7:00 AM 7:00 PM

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

(Welcome Reception)

MONDAY,

JULY 24 MONTE CARLO, MONACO 8:00 AM 11:00 PM

TUESDAY,

JULY 25 SAINT RAPHAEL, FRANCE 7:00 AM 10:00 PM

WEDNESDAY,

JULY 26

AJACCIO, CORSICA,

FLORENCE 8:00 AM 5:00 PM 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

THURSDAY,

JULY 27 AT SEA

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM;

1:00 PM – 5:30 PM

FRIDAY,

JULY 28 ALMERIA, SPAIN 8:00 AM 6:00 PM

SATURDAY,

JULY 29

CUETA, SPANISH MOROCCO,

SPAIN 7:00 AM 4:00 PM

SUNDAY,

JULY 30 AT SEA

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM;

1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

MONDAY,

JULY 31

MARSEILLE (PROVENCE),

FRANCE 8:00 AM 11:00 PM

TUESDAY,

AUGUST 1 SETE, FRANCE 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY,

AUGUST 2 BARCELONA, SPAIN 8:00 AM

THURSDAY,

AUGUST 3 BARCELONA, SPAIN

*PORT TIMES AND CME SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE*

MS WESTERDAM

Westerdam has just received extensive enhancements as part of a $300 million brand initiative. New bar, entertainment and dining venues, plus completely reimagined suites all debuted May 2017. Enjoy dazzling entertainment from your very first night on board. As part of the updates, new music venues

have been added: Lincoln Center Stage, featuring world-class musicians performing chamber music, and Billboard Onboard, rocking the house with 50 years of chart-topping hits. These venues join the

already popular B.B. King’s Blues Club, completing our new “Music Walk” experience. Be sure to check out the new Exploration Central located high atop the ship; it’s the heartbeat of the Holland America Line destination experience. Plus, Westerdam is the first to feature the

new Rijksmuseum at Sea.

Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

Civitavecchia was settled in 108 A.D. by the Emperor Trajan and has since served faithfully as a

gateway to the capital of the Empire—Rome. Once the center of the Ancient World from which

emperors ruled over nearly all of western civilization, Rome is still a cultural mecca. Stroll the ancient

halls of the Colosseum or gaze upon the ceilings of the Sistine Chapel. Rome seems to have its own

gravitational pull, attracting not only millions of tourists each year, but also the most creative artists

and thinkers of every era. All that surrounds a visitor in Rome, the stunning art and architecture, the

grandeur of scale and the lively citizens guarantees an unforgettable trip. If it's Rome's views you're

after, climb up into the dome of St. Peter's or admire the panorama from the top of the Spanish Steps

at sunset. Wear comfortable shoes as walking in Rome is the best way to experience the city. As a

rule, most churches are open in the morning, close around 12:30 pm for lunch and reopen at 3:30

pm. Keep these guidelines in mind and you'll avoid the dreaded “chiuso” (closed) sign. The city of

Rome has a wide selection of passes that offer discounts on admission to many of the most popular

historic sites, museums and galleries.

Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy

Beaches overlooking a crystal-clear sea, spectacular views, a marvelous artistic legacy, and small

villages set within green valleys, alive with ancient traditions: all this and much more await visitors in

the Province of La Spezia. One of the most wonderful stretches of the Ligurian Riviera can be found

here: Golfo dei Poeti (Poets’ Gulf), named for the love that many great writers and poets have

demonstrated for this land. Steep cliffs, dense pine woods, romantic coves and exceptional beaches,

along with picturesque villages perched atop the bluffs, draw the coastal landscape, striking the

visitor's eye with all their beauty. The beauty of the coast and the maritime villages are, undoubtedly,

the main attraction of the area; however, La Spezia has in store a few surprises. A walk along the

promenade reveals a great panorama over the entire bay, with the Apuan Alps dominating the view.

Monte Carlo, Monaco

Just the name Monte Carlo conjures visions of a glamorous bygone era. In modern Monte Carlo, the

tax-free principality surrounded by France and the Maritime Alps, that glamour is not lost. Along with

European hideaways like Lake Como, Gstaad, and Ibiza, this cliffside Mediterranean port has been a

timeless playground for the see-and-be-seen crowd for more than 150 years. But amid all the

hubbub, when you visit Monte Carlo it’s still possible to while away the afternoon over a café crème,

amble along the harbor among the yachts and experience the slow-paced, yet refined, Monégasque

savoir-vivre. More than 1.5 visitors travel to Monte Carlo each year for a taste of its

sophisticated charm.

Saint Raphael, France

Along the famous stretch of coastline known as the French Riviera lies Saint Raphael on the Côte

d'Azur, in south eastern France. Tucked in between Frejus and its more famous neighbours, St. Tropez

and Cannes, St. Raphael is in the department of Var, in the region of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur

(PACA). It is a lively seaside resort with well maintained beaches and a small harbour standing in the

shadow of the forested hills of the Massif des Maures. It has a resident population of around 34,000

people which increases dramatically in the summer months as St. Raphael is a popular holiday

destination with all types of accommodation and good transport links.

Ajaccio, Corsica, France

Ajaccio is the capital of Corsica, a French island in the Mediterranean Sea. A port city on the rugged

isle's western coast, it was the birthplace of French Emperor Napoléon Bonaparte in 1769. His

ancestral home, Maison Bonaparte, is now a museum displaying family heirlooms. The baroque,

16th-century Notre-Dame Cathedral, where Napoléon was baptized, contains paintings by Delacroix

and Tintoretto.

Almeria, Spain

Founded by the caliph of Cordoba, this Andalucian city on Spain’s southeast coast is a reminder of the

region’s Muslim history. The Alcazaba, a massive fort, dominates the city and affords amazing views.

Also worth experiencing are the cathedral and the Almeria Museum. East of the city is the rugged,

desolate Cabo de Gata-Nijar coast, a protected area. To the west is the resort area of Roquetas de

Mar, featuring vast beaches.

Cueta, Spanish Morocco, Spain

Ceuta is one of a handful of Spanish possessions on the coastline of Morocco. Located on a peninsula

jutting out into the Mediterranean, it offers a compact dose of fantastic architecture, interesting

museums, excellent food, a relaxing maritime park and bracing nature walks. The city is particularly

beautiful at night, a skyline of artfully lit buildings and bursting palms. The arrival in Ceuta is

fascinating, with mountains at both sides of the city, ancient fortresses, walls and panoramic views.

Marseille (Provence), France

With a busy harbor and a vibrant urban energy, Marseilles appeals to visitors seeking an authentic

tourist experience. This cosmopolitan city is France's oldest and the second largest after Paris and has

much to offer, from ancient history and cultural diversity to gorgeous seaside scenery. Everywhere in

Marseille, visitors are close to the serene blue waters-whether walking along a charming old street

with a view, or feeling the refreshing sea breeze. The city's colorful, multiethnic heritage also makes

Marseille a fascinating place. Considered the bridge between Europe and North Africa, Marseille is

home to a sizable emigrant population from Algeria. It's possible to find traditional Arab souks as

easily as a classic French bouillabaisse.

Sete, France

Sete is a large, cosmopolitan town between the Etang de Thau and the Mediterranean, referred to by

the locals as the Venice of Languedoc. It is the largest fishing port of the French Mediterranean coast.

The town falls into two parts - the low town, with the port, and criss-crossed by canals and bridges;

and the high town on Mont St Clair. In the low town, the harbour front houses, canals and the fishing

activity itself are the main attractions, along with the lovely 'village within a town' - the Pointe Courte

sector. Along the edges of the canals are attractive buildings housing shops, restaurants and bars and

strolling along these streets edged with small boats is a real pleasure.

Barcelona, Spain

What city in the world could be more perfect than Barcelona? With its cosmopolitan feel, relaxed pace

of life, breathtaking architecture, fantastic gastronomy, and unbeatable climate, it really is the city

that has everything. Barcelona is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture, fabled

architecture and a world-class drinking and dining scene. The beachside city’s bustling art scene and

bohemian vibe make it the offbeat counterpart to the more classic Madrid. Visit Barcelona for its

gorgeous beaches and eclectic nightlife, plus it has some of the best seafood in all of Europe. The

streets of Barcelona are lined with breathtaking works of architecture, from Gothic churches to Antoni

Gaudí's surreal buildings, as well as modern sites like Maremagnum Mall.

France

Monaco

Italy