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Host of the Patrick Madrid Show on Relevant Radio (airs nationally on 190+ stations), author of 26 books, married to Nancy for 40 years, father of 11, grandfather of 27
Bishop of the Diocese of Gallup, New Mexico
There will be daily rosary, devotions, & the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass during the cruise.
Sail aboard the Norwegian Encore, NCL’s newest ship with many new exciting amenities.
Powerful and engaging presentations on marriage and family issues by Patrick & Bishop Wall .
Discover the history and culture of Puerto Plata, St. Thomas and Tortola on 3 included shore excursions.
Set sail along the Eastern Caribbean isles with an abundance of good company, incomparable scenery, excellent cuisine, congenial conversation, and powerful and engaging presentations on marriage and family issues by Catholic author, speaker & host of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick Madrid.
We’ll be navigating the Eastern Caribbean aboard the new, award-winning 2019 Norwegian Encore. Along the way, there will be Mass celebrated daily by Bishop James S. Wall, along with daily rosary and devotions. There will also be many opportunities to participate in outdoor activities, like swimming with schools of tropical fish in the turquoise waters of Puerto Plata, manatee spotting in the protected lagoon sanctuary, kayaking in crystal-clear waters, and relaxing in a beachfront cabana in Great Stirrup Cay.
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Miami, Florida
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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
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Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
Miami, Florida
Upon arrival in Miami, transfer to the hotel where you will meet your fellow travelers. After check-in we will have dinner and enjoy a talk from Patrick Madrid. Flight to Miami and transfer to the hotel are not included in the package but can be arranged for you at your request.
After breakfast we check-out of the hotel and attend mass celebrated by Bishop Wall. We make our way, then, to the Port of Miami and on board the newly-built Norwegian Encore. The Encore was awarded 2020 “Best New Ship” by the editors of Porthole Cruise Magazine; on board are a variety of dining options, nightly shows, and the largest race track at sea. We set sail and enjoy dinner and drinks at sea, along with a talk by Patrick Madrid, as we head south towards the Dominican Republic.
Today is spent at sea, enjoying the amenities of the Encore. In addition to Encore Speedway the ship boasts pools, an aqua park, laser tag, and a spa. We attend mass celebrated by Bishop Wall, and enjoy all meals and a talk from Patrick Madrid at sea.
Today we dock at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Our first visit will be to San Felipe Apostol Cathedral where Bishop Wall will celebrate Mass. Next, we tour Puerto Plata, visiting the Brugal rum factory, the historic city center, the 16th-century Fort San Felipe, the Amber Museum which contains a collection of plants and ancient creatures preserved in fossilized tree sap, and the Luperón House Museum which is dedicated the national hero General Gregorio Luperón. Spend the balance of your time taking in Puerto Plata’s unique sights and shops, or at nearby beaches. We return to the ship and embark for St Thomas. Back aboard the ship for dinner and entertainment.
Following breakfast aboard the Encore we then disembark the ship at Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands – one of the most beautiful harbors in the world. Our first visit will be to Saints Peter & Paul Cathedral where Bishop Wall will celebrate Mass. Next, we tour St Thomas. We visit its highest peak, Mountain Top, from which we can see the harbor, the Caribbean Sea, the British Virgin Islands and Magen’s Bay. We then proceed to Magen’s Bay, which is often rated as one of the top ten beaches in the world. We visit the historic downtown area which would have once been filled with traders and pirates. After free time for shopping we return to the ship, where we enjoy dinner as we head on to Tortola.
This morning, after breakfast, we depart the ship at Tortola, British Virgin Islands. This island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 and is home to gigantic mahogany trees and white sand beaches. We tour the island, beginning with Road Town, Tortola’s capital. We proceed into the hills, enjoying beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby islands. We visit Cane Garden Bay where we have time to visit the local shops or take a quick swim in the transparent waters of Cane Garden Bay Beach. We drive through small towns like Carrot Bay, Capoons Bay and Apple Bay, and Zion Hill before returning to the ship. At sea once again, we attend mass celebrated by Bishop Wall, enjoy a talk by Patrick Madrid, and have dinner.
Today is spent at sea, enjoying the amenities of the Encore. In addition to Encore Speedway the ship boasts pools, an aqua park, laser tag, and a spa. We attend mass celebrated by Bishop Wall, and enjoy all meals and a talk from Patrick Madrid at sea.
We enjoy breakfast aboard the ship before disembarking for a full-day visit to Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian Cruise’s private island getaway. Stroll along soft, white-sand beaches and enjoy the many activities Great Stirrup Cay has to offer. Snorkel and see underwater delights, kayak in crystal-clear water, and grab a bite at the beach buffet and relax in a private beachfront cabana. We return aboard later this afternoon. We attend mass celebrated by Bishop Wall, and enjoy a final talk by Patrick Madrid. Dinner and drinks are served this evening.
This morning we arrive once again in Miami, where we disembark our ship physically and spiritually refreshed. We make our way to Miami airport, and begin our journey home. Transfer to the airport and flight home are not included in the package but can be arranged for you at your request.
“An incredible mix of advanced technology and luxury amenities, this state-of-the-art ship features colorful hull art and a focus on high-end cuisine. There are familiar features, like The Haven by Norwegian, and some never before seen features which could set the standard for new ships moving forward.”
Read more about this beautiful, brand-new ship
(Not included for interior rooms)
(Not included for interior rooms)
135 sq. ft. room
Reserve your spot today with a $450 deposit.
Taxes, fees & gratuities of $300/person are not included.
Single room available for an additional $800.
252 sq. ft. room
Reserve your spot today with a $450 deposit.
Taxes, fees & gratuities of $300/person are not included.
Single room available for an additional $1,100.
291 sq. ft. room
Reserve your spot today with a $450 deposit.
Taxes, fees & gratuities of $300/person are not included.
Single room available for an additional $1,250.
Who is invited on this cruise?
Married, single, lay people and clergy… all are welcome to attend! The presentations will focus on marriage and family issues.
$450 per person is due at the time of registration. An additional payment of $1,200 per person is due on or before July 31, 2022. Final payment will be due on or before September 14, 2022.
What is the cancellation policy?
We understand that life circumstances can change quickly and so we offer all of our travelers a flexible cancellation policy. If cancellation in writing is received by Canterbury Pilgrimages and Tours Inc. more than 122 days prior to departure all payments made toward the price of the trip will be refunded, less a $200 processing fee. For cancellations received less than 122 days prior to departure, the initial deposit of $450 plus any applicable charges imposed by our vendors (including but not limited to airlines, hotels, bus companies and the cruise company) on Canterbury Pilgrimages and Tours will be non-refundable.
What forms of payment are accepted?
All major credit and debit cards are accepted (American Express, Visa, Discover, Mastercard). There is a 3% fee for all card payments. ACH transfers and mailed checks are also accepted. To pay by ACH transfer, please call Canterbury Pilgrimages at (800) 653-0017 to make your payment. To pay by check, please make the check out to Canterbury Pilgrimages, and send by mail to 401 E Las Olas Blvd, Suite 130-478, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Can I purchase travel insurance?
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What documents will I need to travel?
In general, travelers will need a valid passport book that does not expire within 6 months of the return date of the cruise.
Norwegian Cruise Line requires guests to provide proof of vaccination . This is a temporary NCL mandate and may change or expire as our sail date nears.
For more detailed information please visit Norwegian Cruise Line’s website.
When should my flight arrive in Miami?
It is recommended that you arrive at the hotel between 4 and 6pm on Saturday, January 14th and that you plan your flight accordingly. Hotel check-in starts at 4pm and welcome events will start around 7pm.
We would be happy to book your flights. Please contact us by phone or email letting us know which airport you would like to fly from and any other special flight requests you may have and we will provide you with a quote as soon as possible.
All gratuities pertaining to included hotel stays, meals, ground transportation and land excursions and all gratuities at sea are included.
When should my flights depart Miami?
We will begin to disembark our cruise ship at 7am on Sunday, January 22rd. This process can take some time, so we recommend that you book your return flight from Miami Airport for no earlier than 12 noon.
For more information on how to prepare for your stay onboard with Norwegian Cruise Line, please visit www.ncl.com/faq.
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