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Home >> Travel >> Cruises >> Holland America >> Holland America Veendam: Canada and New England Discovery Cruise

Holland America Veendam: Canada and New England Discovery Cruise

Published: Jul 5, 2013 · Modified: Jan 2, 2016 by Stefanie Fauquet · This post may contain affiliate links · 38 Comments

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Canada and New England Discovery Cruise

My 9-year-old daughter and I just returned from a 7-day Holland America Canada and New England Discovery Cruise on the ms Veendam. The itinerary was unique because it started with an overnight in Quebec City (that's when you stay on the ship overnight without leaving port) and then sailed down the Saint Lawrence River to the ports of Charlottetown, Sydney, Halifax, and Bar Harbor, with debarkation in Boston. And as a bonus, our sailing was one of six Dancing with the Stars: At Sea theme cruises, which turned out to be very cool.

This was our first time sailing with Holland America and it definitely made a impression— we had a fantastic time, both on the Veendam and in each port of call. I would absolutely do the Canada/New England itinerary again in the future, and not just for the seafood ... which, by the way, was AMAZING!

I will be sharing a day by day account of our trip as well as some extended features, including our excursions, a review of the Veendam and my thoughts on why Holland America is great for families.

Until then, here's a quick rundown of what we did in each port.

Quebec City, Quebec (overnight) – Day on our own: Poutine at Chez Ashton, Musée de la civilisation, dressed up in 17th century period costumes at Musée de la place Royale, rode the Funicular up to the Chateau Frontenac.

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island – Day on our own: Raspberry Cordials at Anne of Green Gables Chocolates, walked to Brighton Beach Range Front Lighthouse, Ice Cream at Cows (the best in the world!),  lunch at Water Prince Corner Shop (PEI mussels!)

Sydney, Nova Scotia  – Checked out the World's Largest Violin, Relive History at the Fortress of Louisbourg (HAL excursion).

Halifax, Nova Scotia – Peggy's Cove & Titanic Combination (HAL excursion), Lunch at Waterfront Warehouse (Lobster Roll!).

Bar Harbor, Maine – Day on our own: Island Explorer to Acadia National Park, Lunch at West Street Cafe (Whole Maine Lobster!).

Boston, Massachusetts – Scenic Boston with Airport Transfer (HAL excursion).

Canada and New England Discovery Cruise

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  1. Anne - Mommy Has to Work

    July 05, 2013 at 9:34 am

    This cruise is for me! I've been wanting to see New England for years.

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  2. LyndaS

    July 05, 2013 at 10:05 am

    I have heard so many good things about cruising. I like the idea that you only have to unpack once and can visit different places.

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  3. Elaina- A Time Out for Mommy

    July 05, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    What an awesome experience!

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  4. Rachel @ Following In My Shoes

    July 05, 2013 at 5:52 pm

    What an AMAZING trip -- I'd soooo love that. I am obsessed with the Anne of Green Gables Series!

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  5. Mellisa

    July 05, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    Wow! What an amazing trip.

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  6. Kathleen

    July 05, 2013 at 11:26 pm

    Would absolutely love to go on a trip like this!

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  7. Jenn- The Rebel Chick

    July 05, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    Sounds like an amazing trip. Can't wait to read your day by day breakdown. And of course see pictures!

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  8. Sheri

    July 05, 2013 at 11:40 pm

    This sounds amazing. I would love to take a cruise someday.

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  9. Colleen

    July 06, 2013 at 12:06 am

    I always think of tropical when I think of a cruise, never thought of the north.

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  10. Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie}

    July 06, 2013 at 12:41 am

    This time of year is perfect for a cruise such as this.

    Reply
  11. miaa

    July 06, 2013 at 4:17 am

    really amazing

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  12. Shell Feis

    July 06, 2013 at 5:03 am

    That looks like SO much fun!

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  13. Tiff @ Babes and Kids

    July 06, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    I've honestly never heard of this cruise line before but now I'm curious as it sounds like you had a great time. The stops sound wonderful too, I bet you saw a lot of beautiful scenery!

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  14. Vanessa: thequeenofswag

    July 06, 2013 at 4:34 pm

    What an amazing trip! I would love to visit one day.

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  15. Emily @FamilyNLifeLV

    July 07, 2013 at 3:05 am

    What an amazing trip!! I'd love to do that trip one day!

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  16. [email protected]

    July 07, 2013 at 3:37 pm

    This looks like such an amazing experience and I am so glad you could share it with your daughter!

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  17. Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy.com

    July 07, 2013 at 7:36 pm

    What a fun experience for you and your daughter.

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  18. Elaina @atimeoutformommy

    July 08, 2013 at 12:49 am

    I love the idea of this cruise!!

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  19. Lolo

    July 08, 2013 at 2:01 am

    I have never been to New England and would love to go someday. In the summer of course.

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  20. Tricia Nightowlmama

    July 08, 2013 at 3:07 am

    what a great opportunity for you and your daughter to travel together. Its always been my dream to get out and see the world hopefully one day when my children are all grown up I can afford to do that

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  21. Jenn

    July 08, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    What a cruise! Can't wait to read all about it.

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  22. Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell

    July 08, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    She's now the most well-traveled 9 year old out there! What a terrific experience for both of you!

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  23. Jai

    July 09, 2013 at 12:46 am

    What a wonderful collection of experiences in one short week!

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  24. Vanessa: thequeenofswag

    July 09, 2013 at 11:12 am

    Wow that is such a great experience for you both. I only dream of taking a cruise one day.

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  25. Tammy

    July 09, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    We love cruising, we haven't done an East Coast cruise yet, but it looks like it would be a fun thing to do!

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  26. Donna

    July 09, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    What an amazing opportunity for you and your daughter! I love to do this, too!

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  27. Marcie W.

    July 10, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    Looks like a wonderful experience! I would especially love to try lobster fresh from Maine.

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  28. HilLesha

    July 10, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    What a wonderful experience!

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  29. Jennifer

    July 10, 2013 at 11:43 pm

    Sounds like a truly amazing trip. And that lobster is bigger then your daughter lol

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  30. Angela S

    July 11, 2013 at 6:47 pm

    This looks like such an amazing vacation!

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  31. Lisa

    July 11, 2013 at 10:48 pm

    This sounds awesome!

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  32. Toni

    July 12, 2013 at 6:23 am

    In all my 33 years I have yet to go on a cruise. Looks like y'all had a blast!

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