Amber Cove - New Port?

[pinksand]

The Eurodam is making a stop at Amber Cove on 12/1/2015.

[IPP]

There was quite a bit of info on it on the Fathom unveiling that Carnival (CCL) did some months back. I didn't realize the other sub brands were also going to use it.

 

We must say, this is a very exciting time for Puerto Plata, as well as the Carnival Cruise line. :-)

[Krazy Kruizers]

Hope someone comes back and tells us all about Amber Cove.

[dakrewser]

Hope someone comes back and tells us all about Amber Cove.

 

From a news story:

"Following the Carnival Victory’s inaugural visit on Oct. 6, other ships scheduling calls to Amber Cove include Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 on Nov. 22, P&O Cruises’ (UK) Azura on Dec. 5, AIDA Cruises’ AIDAvita on Dec. 11, Costa Cruises’ Costa Deliziosa on Dec. 31 and Holland America Line’s Eurodam on Jan. 19."

 

So it'll be a while before any pax on HAL can tell us about it. Might have to visit the Carnival forum!

[pinksand]

As I said above, the Eurodam will stop there on 12/1/2015.

[IPP]

Just a bit of info that Carnival just sent out today regarding this port

 

We're excited to share that Amber Cove - a NEW destination in the heart of the Dominican Republic's breathtaking North Coast, will welcome its first cruise ship when the Carnival Victory arrives on October 6, 2015.

 

This much-anticipated Caribbean destination gives you a new selling point for enticing your tried-and-true Caribbean cruisers looking for a different destination to visit - and is equally attractive for cruise rookies as well! Designed to serve as the gateway to one of the world's most beautiful cruising regions, Amber Cove features dramatic architectural elements that echo the area's storied Colonial past. The port is situated in a picturesque cove that serves as the backdrop for soaring mountains and lush tropical landscape. Its cobblestone plazas will be lined with a wide variety of retail offerings, including themed restaurants and bars and a marketplace with locally sourced crafts and souvenirs, recreational amenities, and a transportation center for access to land and sea adventures.

 

In addition, Amber Cove will feature:

• One of the most extensive shore excursion programs available in the Caribbean, offering a wide array of landside experiences including beautiful beaches, exciting water sports and special culinary, cultural and adventure options. Nearby Ocean World, which is one of the region's largest marine adventure parks, will offer guests many great ways to experience and interact with a variety of marine animals.

• Dozens of shore excursions will be available, from cross-country adventures in 4x4 Terracross buggies that traverse the rugged countryside and horseback riding on the beach to snorkeling in crystal-clear waters and swimming in a pristine natural river pool. Guests can also travel via speedboat to beautiful Paradise Island, one of the Caribbean's top spots for snorkeling and scuba diving, or visit rural coffee plantations and sample traditional Dominican cuisine, rum and seasonal fruit. Or for the ultimate luxury experience, guests can reserve their own private beachside bungalow with the services of a personal chef, bartender and staff.

• Amber Cove will also provide easy and convenient access to the nearby historic town of Puerto Plata, named by Christopher Columbus when he discovered the island in 1492. Puerto Plata is home to the first fort built by European settlers in the New World. Visitors to the city can shop in the bustling downtown area featuring numerous artist studios and rum and cigar factories or stroll along the famed Malecon, a three-mile-long open air beach-side boardwalk dotted with bars, restaurants and shops.

Amber Cove will be a featured port on select sailings of Carnival Breeze, Carnival Glory, Carnival Splendor and Carnival Victory from Miami, Carnival Conquest from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Valor from Port Canaveral, Fla., and Carnival Fantasy from Charleston, S.C. To learn more, visit GoCCL.com

 

 

 

 

Great information!

 

If anyone is interested, I have included additional links below regarding Amber Cove, CCL and FATHOM™, which is the new Impact Travel cruise line by CCL that will begin arriving to Amber Cove in March, 2016.

 

TAKE A CRUISE TO PUERTO PLATA: HERE'S HOW!

http://wp.me/p5zQ06-ei

 

VOLUNTOURISM WITH A TWIST: FATHOM™ IMPACT TRAVEL COMES TO PUERTO PLATA

http://wp.me/p5zQ06-CY

 

CRUISE SHIP VISITORS (TO PUERTO PLATA)

http://wp.me/P5zQ06-Je

Edited August 7, 2015 by IPP

[High Flyer]

Update: Regal Princess will also call on Amber Cove starting 11-15-2016.

[MusicalBear]

We're booked on the 1/31/16 sailing of the HAL Nieuw Amsterdam that stops at Amber Cove. Since we have been to so many Caribbean ports I am always looking for something new. Thanks Carnival for opening a new port! I have booked a city tour with Marysol Tours that visits Puerto Plata and will report on it when we return. There is an active roll call for this sailing so join us if you are on that voyage.