Explore Dover Castle, the iconic White Cliffs, and La Havre’s poignant World War memorials.
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Welcome to Episode 3 of our 4-part Transatlantic Vlog series with Holland America Rotterdam.
In this episode, explore historic Dover Castle, known as the "Key to England," which has stood since the 12th century and continuously played a crucial role in defense. Admire the iconic 'White Cliffs of Dover', symbols of resilience and beauty. In Le Havre, France, tour poignant war memorials that honor history. Our journey blends breathtaking landscapes with deep historical significance, offering a memorable experience of both nations' coastal heritage.
This series covers:
Ponta Delgada, Azores
We visit the beautiful Seven Cities Crater Lake and a pineapple farm, learning about the traditional method of using greenhouses.
Brest, France
We venture out to the Brest Naval Monument, honoring the sacrifices of French sailors during World War I and II. The monument offers panoramic views of the harbor and a deep connection to naval history.
Portland, England
We visit Abbotsbury Swannery and Gardens, home to over 600 wild swans, and beautiful historical gardens, with a history dating back to the 11th century.
Le Havre, France
We explore the WWII Memorial in Le Havre, France, honoring those who fought and died during the war. The memorial is located in a city that was heavily bombed during WWII, and later reconstructed.
Dover, England
We explore Dover Castle, England’s largest castle, and dating back to the 11th century. We enjoyed the stunning views, and rich history as a military stronghold and wartime headquarters.
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
We explore the namesake city of our ship over a few days, and celebrate with the locals during "King's Day".
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00:00 Start
01:40 Le Havre Monuments
05:31 White Cliffs of Dover
06:17 Port of Dover
06:28 Storming the Castle
07:10 Dover Castle
09:15 To TheTower!
12:59 Operation Dynamo