Excursion Choice: The Windmills of the Kinderdijk
Kinderdijk is a village in the the Netherlands' South Holland province, known for its iconic 18th-century windmills. There is no other place in the world where you can see so many historic windmills together in an authentic setting. PLEASE BRING YOUR VOX LISTENING DEVICE.
Excursion Choice: Bicycling Among the Kinderdijk
Enjoy the grounds of Kinderdijk and its iconic windmills in equally iconic Dutch fashion - by bicycle! NO VOX LISTENING DEVICE REQUIRED.
Excursion: Dordrecht Walking Tour with canal boat ride
Guests who would like to get an in-depth look at the charming town of Dordrecht may join our local guides on a walking tour through town. A short canal boat tour is included as well. PLEASE BRING YOUR VOX LISTENING DEVICES WITH YOU.
Excursion Choice: Dordrecht Walking Tour
Guests who would like to get an in-depth look at the charming town of Dordrecht may join our local guides on a walking tour through town. This excursion does not include the canal boat tour. PLEASE BRING YOUR VOX LISTENING DEVICES WITH YOU.
Onboard Entertainment: Evening with the Diamond Baritones
A Tauck exclusive, the Diamond Baritones present a musical journey through the heart of Europe, showcasing each country’s cultural flair. From the passionate music of Spain to the soaring melodies of Italy, the Diamonds will sail you through Europe with their renditions of both classical and contemporary hits.
This morning discover the wonders of the windmills of Kinderdijk and their ubiquitous role in Dutch life, where 19 original, centuries-old windmills are preserved today as a UNESCO World Heritage. They create an iconic polderscape that's far more exciting than any picture postcard. There's no other place in the world besides Kinderdijk, whose flat landscapes are crisscrossed with canals, where can you see so many historic windmills together in an authentic setting.
In the afternoon a walking tour reveals Dordrecht's notable architecture and monuments in its medieval inner city, as well as the surrounding ring of 19th-century buildings.
Unesco World Heritage
World Heritage Sites are landmarks and areas with legal protection under an international treaty administered by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, or scientific significance. The sites are judged to contain "cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity".
The World Heritage List includes 1223 properties forming part of the cultural and natural heritage which the World Heritage Committee considers as having outstanding universal value. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa’s Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, medieval towns like Bruges and Ghent and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America make up our world’s heritage.
DORDRECHT, THE NETHERLANDS
DOCKING LOCATION
Dordrecht, Lange Wantijkade
WEATHER
Cloudy
Precipitation: 0%
Low: 50°F / 10°C
High: 62°F / 17°C
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Ship: MS Grace
Reception #: +31 655 453855
Captain: Nourdine Bouhout
Hotel Manager: Marina van Oevelen
Cruise Director: Gabriella Bartha
ANNOUNCEMENTS
These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events. Feel free to arrange a wake up call!
ARTHUR’S BISTRO
Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. In the evening between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, Arthur's is available for a sharing-style dining experience or a la carte service. Bar service is available on request. No reservations are required in Arthur's.
This year Arthur's features an Italian dinner menu on MS Grace.
BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS
See the Reception Desk to use. We have a fleet of low-step-through, 7-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn.
FITNESS ROOM
Open 24/7, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from walking or jogging on the Sun Deck until after 8:30am. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe on the door of your safe. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe the the black folder in your cabin. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
INTERNET
Please bring your devices to Reception to be connected to our complimentary internet service. Please connect to the TauckSpot_$SHIP_NAME$ Wi-Fi system and enter the code TauckSpot and when you have the page showing a QR code please bring your device to reception to be scanned and activated.
LAUNDRY
Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.
LISTENING DEVICES
Be sure your “Vox” – personal audio device – is in the charger in your cabin. Please be sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour. Ear pieces are in your cabin: if misplaced please see Travel Desk for a new one.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.
MASSAGE
See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.
ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO
While unpacking your belongings please be sure to view our Safety Video on your cabin television. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.
RECEPTION
The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM (until 10:00 PM on Embarkation day). Please dial 9 in order to contact the night watch outside of these hours. Wake-up calls are available upon request.
At the end of the cruise, you can settle your account at reception by paying cash or credit card. Or, scan the QR code on your invoice and pay online.
REFRESHMENTS
A water dispenser is located on the Deck 2 foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Additionally, snacks are available at any time, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat". Menu, which can be found at Arthur's, the Panorama Lounge and Reception. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception (9).
SHIP SECURITY
All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard with at the sensors stands by the doors so that we know who is on and off the ship at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.
Excursion Choice: The Windmills of the Kinderdijk
Kinderdijk is a village in the the Netherlands' South Holland province, known for its iconic 18th-century windmills. There is no other place in the world where you can see so many historic windmills together in an authentic setting. PLEASE BRING YOUR VOX LISTENING DEVICE.
Excursion Choice: Bicycling Among the Kinderdijk
Enjoy the grounds of Kinderdijk and its iconic windmills in equally iconic Dutch fashion - by bicycle! NO VOX LISTENING DEVICE REQUIRED.
Excursion: Dordrecht Walking Tour with canal boat ride
Guests who would like to get an in-depth look at the charming town of Dordrecht may join our local guides on a walking tour through town. A short canal boat tour is included as well. PLEASE BRING YOUR VOX LISTENING DEVICES WITH YOU.
Excursion Choice: Dordrecht Walking Tour
Guests who would like to get an in-depth look at the charming town of Dordrecht may join our local guides on a walking tour through town. This excursion does not include the canal boat tour. PLEASE BRING YOUR VOX LISTENING DEVICES WITH YOU.
Onboard Entertainment: Evening with the Diamond Baritones
A Tauck exclusive, the Diamond Baritones present a musical journey through the heart of Europe, showcasing each country’s cultural flair. From the passionate music of Spain to the soaring melodies of Italy, the Diamonds will sail you through Europe with their renditions of both classical and contemporary hits.
This morning discover the wonders of the windmills of Kinderdijk and their ubiquitous role in Dutch life, where 19 original, centuries-old windmills are preserved today as a UNESCO World Heritage. They create an iconic polderscape that's far more exciting than any picture postcard. There's no other place in the world besides Kinderdijk, whose flat landscapes are crisscrossed with canals, where can you see so many historic windmills together in an authentic setting.
In the afternoon a walking tour reveals Dordrecht's notable architecture and monuments in its medieval inner city, as well as the surrounding ring of 19th-century buildings.
Unesco World Heritage
World Heritage Sites are landmarks and areas with legal protection under an international treaty administered by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, or scientific significance. The sites are judged to contain "cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity".
The World Heritage List includes 1223 properties forming part of the cultural and natural heritage which the World Heritage Committee considers as having outstanding universal value. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa’s Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, medieval towns like Bruges and Ghent and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America make up our world’s heritage.
DORDRECHT, THE NETHERLANDS
DOCKING LOCATION
Dordrecht, Lange Wantijkade
WEATHER
Cloudy
Precipitation: 0%
Low: 50°F / 10°C
High: 62°F / 17°C
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Ship: MS Grace
Reception #: +31 655 453855
Captain: Nourdine Bouhout
Hotel Manager: Marina van Oevelen
Cruise Director: Gabriella Bartha
ANNOUNCEMENTS
These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events. Feel free to arrange a wake up call!
ARTHUR’S BISTRO
Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. In the evening between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, Arthur's is available for a sharing-style dining experience or a la carte service. Bar service is available on request. No reservations are required in Arthur's.
This year Arthur's features an Italian dinner menu on MS Grace.
BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS
See the Reception Desk to use. We have a fleet of low-step-through, 7-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn.
FITNESS ROOM
Open 24/7, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from walking or jogging on the Sun Deck until after 8:30am. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe on the door of your safe. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe the the black folder in your cabin. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
INTERNET
Please bring your devices to Reception to be connected to our complimentary internet service. Please connect to the TauckSpot_$SHIP_NAME$ Wi-Fi system and enter the code TauckSpot and when you have the page showing a QR code please bring your device to reception to be scanned and activated.
LAUNDRY
Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.
LISTENING DEVICES
Be sure your “Vox” – personal audio device – is in the charger in your cabin. Please be sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour. Ear pieces are in your cabin: if misplaced please see Travel Desk for a new one.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.
MASSAGE
See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.
ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO
While unpacking your belongings please be sure to view our Safety Video on your cabin television. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.
RECEPTION
The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM (until 10:00 PM on Embarkation day). Please dial 9 in order to contact the night watch outside of these hours. Wake-up calls are available upon request.
At the end of the cruise, you can settle your account at reception by paying cash or credit card. Or, scan the QR code on your invoice and pay online.
REFRESHMENTS
A water dispenser is located on the Deck 2 foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Additionally, snacks are available at any time, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat". Menu, which can be found at Arthur's, the Panorama Lounge and Reception. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception (9).
SHIP SECURITY
All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard with at the sensors stands by the doors so that we know who is on and off the ship at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.