EverTrue in the Eastern Caribbean
January 17-24, 2026
Sailing from Fort Lauderdale

Elite Cruises & Vacations invites EverTrue residents and their families and friends to escape winter with us on an incredible getaway in the Eastern Caribbean. Travelers will enjoy an overnight stay in Fort Lauderdale before boarding Holland America Line’s elegant Nieuw Statendam for a journey through the impossibly blue waters of the Caribbean to tropical ports with white sand beaches. This journey will be accompanied by Elite Cruises concierges, tour guides, nurses, lifeguards, and more to ensure travelers of any age, mobility, and diagnosis are able to travel safely and comfortably.

This group voyage welcomes all anyone who loves to travel, including: 
Seniors that enjoy a slower, concierge curated travel experience. 
Mobility device users. Manual and electric wheelchairs, scooters, rollators, and more are available to rent or travelers can bring their own. Beach wheelchairs will be available in some ports. 
Travelers with dietary needs/restrictions based on diagnoses such as diabetes, celiacs, Crohn’s, etc. 
Individuals with diagnosis including Parkinson’s, Alzheirmer’s/Dementia, MS, Stroke, and more. 
Travelers who require assistance with personal care or medication administration. 
Multigenerational families. 
Travelers celebrating special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.

Where We’re Taking You

January 16: Elite Cruises travel team will arrive at EverTrue to accompany travelers to the airport for a quick flight to Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a one night hotel stay before our cruise. At the hotel we’ll enjoy a welcome reception and get to know each other before we head to our ship the next morning. 
 
January 17: It’s time to head to the cruise port! Elite Cruises staff will assist with luggage and tagging all bags for the cruise ship before we head to the port as a group. Once at port we’ll hand over suitcases to Holland America’s porters and Elite Cruises staff members will accompany each family through the port, onto the ship, and directly to staterooms and suites. After unpacking and getting settled it’s time to start enjoying our all-inclusive onboard packages so treat yourself to a delicious lunch and grab a tropical cocktail by the pool! We’ll regroup for dinner and then a night out on the town to explore the many entertainment venues available to us on this cruise. 
 
January 18: We’re kicking this trip off with a stop at Holland America’s private island, Half Moon Cay. After two busy days we can’t think of anything better than lounging on the white sand beaches and playing in the crystal clear water, but for more active travelers who want to jump right in to the fun there is kayaking, snorkeling, horseback riding, and more. Enjoy a Caribbean cookout buffet on the island between activities and in the evening enjoy a port to plate locally sourced luxury dinner in the dining room.  
 
January 19: This day at sea will feature programs and activities exclusively for our travelers as well as enjoying ship amenities. Sleep in and order complimentary room service breakfast to enjoy on your private verandah, treat yourself to a dip in the hydrotherapy pool at the spa, enjoy a wine tasting, or join the Elite Cruises staff for games and activities. This is your vacation and how you spend your time is entirely up to you!  
 
January 20: After a day of relaxing on our ship it’s time to explore the unforgettable island of Grand Turk. Beach bums can reserve private cabanas, curious tourists can enjoy open air tram rides around the island to see the sights, and adventure seekers can take a catamaran ride out to sea in search of North Atlantic Humpback Whales. There’s something for everyone here but after all the days adventures our group will come together at dinner to share all our stories from the day. 
 
January 21: The Dominican Republic is on every traveler’s wish list this year so we had to make sure to dock in Amber Cove, known for their gold sand beaches and historic city of Puerto Plata. Travelers can set off in search of the beach of their dreams, take a tour of the historic city, taste some of the famous chocolate the region is known for, or get up close at a dolphin encounter. And for anyone looking to embrace their inner pirate, this area is also known for having some exceptional rums.   
 
January 22: This day at sea gives everyone another chance to enjoy ship amenities as well as activities with the Elite Cruises staff. This day can also include some special dining events or Holland America’s famous Orange Night party where the cruise line invites all travelers to celebrate Dutch style with special menus, music events, and orange clothing and accessories. Don’t party too hard though because we dock at our final port bright and early the next morning.  
 
January 23: Nassau, Bahamas is the perfect last day with a plethora of activities to do, things to see, and souvenirs to buy. Take a tour of the island or tour of the coastal waters around the island in a glass bottom boat, visit the famous Pearl Island known for their swimming pigs, make your own souvenirs by learning how to roll cigars, or treat yourself to a day of sport fishing. For last minute souvenir hunters explore the colorful shops along Prince George Warf and treat yourself to one last rum punch before we board our ship for our last night together.  
 
January 24: Upon arrival in Fort Lauderdale Elite Cruises staff members will escort families from the ship and accompany them to the airport for return flights home. For any families who wish to extend their vacation please ask us about hotel stays and activities in the area.

What’s Included

Each traveler on this group voyage will enjoy amenities including:

• Accommodations onboard Holland America Line ship Nieuw Statendam. 
  
• All-inclusive onboard package featuring dining, beverages, Wi-Fi, and more. 
  
• Elite Cruises & Vacations travel agency services who can assist with all bookings for cruise, hotel, flights, excursions, and more. 
• Elite Cruises & Vacations staff accompaniment throughout journey at a staff to family ratio of 1:1 so someone from our travel team is always available to assist. Our staff includes nurses, CNAs, activities director, shore excursion concierge, red cross certified lifeguard, and experienced caregivers for travelers who need extra assistance.  
• Luggage handling by Elite Cruises and Holland America staff. 
• Onboard activities exclusively for our group and not open to other Holland America passengers. 
• Caregiver respite – any caregivers traveling on this trip can enjoy time to themselves and the Elite Cruises staff will watch over loved ones.  
  
• Accompanied shore excursions for travelers who wish for a member of the Elite Cruises staff to travel with them for additional support.  
  
• Access to family and friends cabin rates for non-EverTrue residents who wish to travel with any EverTrue resident so they can join in the fun! 

Extra Amenities

We know that no two travelers are ever the same so we’re helping travelers create their own experiences that fit their preferences and budgets. Items that are not included in the cost of this trip are:

• Airfare: Elite Cruises travel agents can assist with booking airfare in travelers desired seats. We will book economy seats for flights on January 16 unless travelers request upgrades. 
  
• Hotels: Families can choose to arrive in Fort Lauderdale early or stay after the cruise. We are requiring all families to arrive one night prior to cruise embarkation however and will assist with reservations for our group hotel based on family preferences and accessibility requirements.  
  
• Shore Excursions: Our shore excursion concierge will assist travelers with recommendations for excursions that fit their lifestyle and activity level.  
  
• Mobility Device Rentals: Devices can be brought from home, otherwise manual and electric wheelchairs, scooters, rollators, and more are available for rent. Assistive accessories such as shower chairs, elevated toilet seats, detachable showerheads, and more are available upon request for no extra fee. 
  
• Gratuities: Holland America Line does charge $17-$19 per day for crew gratuities that will be charged to your credit card on file. Tour operators on shore excursions also greatly appreciate any tips so $1 and $5 bills should be brought along. 
  
• Travel Insurance: All travelers are required to have either Holland America’s Platinum Insurance or Allianz.  

Traveling on the Nieuw Statendam

Holland America Line’s Nieuw Statendam offers a luxury European style cruise experience to all travelers. Travelers will enjoy quality dining experiences not just in high end venues onboard but also in more casual eateries and cafes, as well as having a traditional ship buffet area to select from. Entertainment venues across the ship are all included and do not require reservations so travelers can see large scale performances at the World Stage, rock out at the Rolling Stone Lounge, sing along to dueling pianos at Billboard Onboard, and dance the night away at BB King’s Blue Club. For those looking for quiet evenings there is a robust library onboard and puzzle/board game space in the Crow’s Nest. For family members aged 3-17 this ship offers activities and events in the Kids Club, Hang 10, and High Score areas on deck 10.

• Ocean View Cabins starting at $4240* per person: 175-282 sq. ft. with large window, two twin beds or queen bed, walk in showers. 
  
• Verandah Cabins starting at $4550* per person: 228-405 sq. ft. with spacious verandah furnished with table and chairs, two twin beds or queen bed, walk in showers. 
  
• Signature Suites starting at $6550* per person: 393-400 sq. ft. with spacious verandah, queen or king bed, dual sink vanity, whirlpool bath and shower.  
  
• Neptune Suites starting at $7750* per person: 465-502 sq. ft. with floor to ceiling windows, spacious verandah, large seating area, king bed, dual sink vanity, walk in shower, whirlpool tub, access to Neptune lounge with concierge.

*Base prices are per person for double occupancy and will increase based on add-ons including travel insurance, hotel stays, shore excursions, mobility device rentals, etc.

Call 219-608-2002 for pricing and availability.