Join this Unforgettable Christian Cruise to Alaska with Dr. Hugh & Kathy Ross and Reasons To Believe
We’re thrilled at the opportunity to return to Alaska, and we’re hoping you’ll make the voyage all the more enjoyable by coming along with us!
Our first cruise conference exceeded expectations in every possible way, and we anticipate even greater adventures ahead. Enjoy smooth sailing and gorgeous scenery along Alaska’s beautiful Inside Passage. Invigorate relationships, old or new, as you refresh your spirit and strengthen your faith on this journey.
We set sail on July 30, 2011 aboard Holland America’s ms Zuiderdam from lovely Vancouver, BC, bound for Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park and Ketchikan.
As you relax and marvel at the magnificence of God’s creation, you’ll also learn some exciting new reasons for faith in Christ. Our scholar team is preparing original material to share with you, messages sure to equip and inspire you. We’ll also take some time to celebrate and remember God’s faithfulness for 25 years of Reasons To Believe!
Registering for the cruise conference is easy. We’re working again with Inspiration Cruises & Tours, and you can sign up via their website at www.inspirationcruises.com or call 800 247 1899. Simply indicate your interest in the Reasons To Believe cruise, and their friendly staff will guide you each step of the way.
Looking forward to a delightful time with you July 30–August 6, 2011!
Dr. Hugh and Kathy Ross
ENJOY SPECIAL TIME WITH HUGH & KATHY ROSS IN BEAUTIFUL ALASKA
Early registrants for the cruise will have the added opportunity to sign up for a special excursion to Juneau's historic Taku Lodge. This favorite Alaskan trip includes glacier flight-seeing and a delicious feast of wild Alaskan king salmon. You may even spot black bears and other wild life of the Tongass National Forest! There are only 50 spots available, so if you would like to be a part of this memorable adventure with Hugh and Kathy Ross, just let Inspiration Cruises & Tours (ICT) know when you book your trip at 800 247 1899.
* Seating is limited and only available to those registered for RTB’s 2011 Alaska Cruise Conference. Participants are responsible for any costs or fees associated with the excursion.
Meet These Special Guests During Your Exceptional Travel Experience
Hugh Ross launched his career at age seven when he went to the library to find out why stars are hot. He holds a BS in physics from the University of British Columbia and a PhD in astronomy from the University of Toronto. He conducted postdoctoral research on quasars at Caltech.
At age 17, he studied the world’s religions and found only one holy book that proved scientifically and historically accurate: the Bible. Hugh became convinced that the Bible is truly the Word of God.
In 1986, he founded Reasons To Believe in order to spread the message that God’s revelations in Scripture and nature cannot contradict. Hugh’s books include More Than a Theory and Why the Universe Is the Way It Is. Between writing books and articles, recording podcasts, and taking television and radio interviews, Hugh travels the world challenging students and faculty, churches and professional groups, to consider what they believe and why.
Hugh lives in Southern California with his wife, Kathy, and two sons.
Hugh Ross launched his career at age seven when he went to the library to find out why stars are hot. He holds a BS in physics from the University of British Columbia and a PhD in astronomy from the University of Toronto. He conducted postdoctoral research on quasars at Caltech.
At age 17, he studied the world’s religions and found only one holy book that proved scientifically and historically accurate: the Bible. Hugh became convinced that the Bible is truly the Word of God.
In 1986, he founded Reasons To Believe in order to spread the message that God’s revelations in Scripture and nature cannot contradict. Hugh’s books include More Than a Theory and Why the Universe Is the Way It Is. Between writing books and articles, recording podcasts, and taking television and radio interviews, Hugh travels the world challenging students and faculty, churches and professional groups, to consider what they believe and why.
Hugh lives in Southern California with his wife, Kathy, and two sons.
Jeff Zweerink thought he would follow in his father’s footsteps as a chemistry professor until a teacher piqued his interest in physics. He pursued a BS in physics and PhD in astrophysics at Iowa State University. Postdoctoral research took him to the University of California, Riverside, and eventually to a research faculty position at UCLA.
As a Christian, Jeff desired to understand how the worlds of science and Scripture integrate. He struggled when his scientific studies seemed to collide with his early biblical training until he learned of Reasons To Believe.
Now a research scholar at RTB, Jeff enthusiastically helps others bridge the perceived science-faith gap. He speaks around the country, encouraging people to consider how Scripture connects with scientific evidence.
Jeff is author of Who’s Afraid of the Multiverse? as well as numerous articles, and coauthor of more than 30 journal articles. He serves part-time on UCLA’s physics and astronomy research faculty.
Jeff and his wife, Lisa, live in Southern California with their five children.
Jeff Zweerink thought he would follow in his father’s footsteps as a chemistry professor until a teacher piqued his interest in physics. He pursued a BS in physics and PhD in astrophysics at Iowa State University. Postdoctoral research took him to the University of California, Riverside, and eventually to a research faculty position at UCLA.
As a Christian, Jeff desired to understand how the worlds of science and Scripture integrate. He struggled when his scientific studies seemed to collide with his early biblical training until he learned of Reasons To Believe.
Now a research scholar at RTB, Jeff enthusiastically helps others bridge the perceived science-faith gap. He speaks around the country, encouraging people to consider how Scripture connects with scientific evidence.
Jeff is author of Who’s Afraid of the Multiverse? as well as numerous articles, and coauthor of more than 30 journal articles. He serves part-time on UCLA’s physics and astronomy research faculty.
Jeff and his wife, Lisa, live in Southern California with their five children.
Fazale “Fuz” Rana discovered the world of cells while taking chemistry and biology courses at West Virginia State College. He completed a PhD in chemistry with an emphasis in biochemistry at Ohio University and conducted postdoctoral studies at the Universities of Virginia and Georgia. Fuz worked seven years as a senior scientist in product development for Procter & Gamble.
Biochemistry provided Fuz with the initial evidence that life must have been created. An acquaintance’s challenge to read the Bible led him to believe that YHWH is that Creator.
Today Fuz travels widely, speaking on science-faith issues. He has made guest appearances on many radio and television programs, such as Steve Brown, Etc. and The Harvest Show. He lectures for the Master of Science and Religion program in Christian apologetics at Biola University.
Since joining RTB as vice president for research and apologetics, Fuz has authored/coauthored several books, including Creating Life in the Lab and The Cell’s Design. Additionally, his work has been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Fuz lives in Southern California with his wife, Amy, and their three daughters.
Fazale “Fuz” Rana discovered the world of cells while taking chemistry and biology courses at West Virginia State College. He completed a PhD in chemistry with an emphasis in biochemistry at Ohio University and conducted postdoctoral studies at the Universities of Virginia and Georgia. Fuz worked seven years as a senior scientist in product development for Procter & Gamble.
Biochemistry provided Fuz with the initial evidence that life must have been created. An acquaintance’s challenge to read the Bible led him to believe that YHWH is that Creator.
Today Fuz travels widely, speaking on science-faith issues. He has made guest appearances on many radio and television programs, such as Steve Brown, Etc. and The Harvest Show. He lectures for the Master of Science and Religion program in Christian apologetics at Biola University.
Since joining RTB as vice president for research and apologetics, Fuz has authored/coauthored several books, including Creating Life in the Lab and The Cell’s Design. Additionally, his work has been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Fuz lives in Southern California with his wife, Amy, and their three daughters.
Kenneth Richard Samples began studying Christian philosophy and theology when his thirst for purpose found relief in the Bible. He earned his undergraduate degree in philosophy and social science from Concordia University and his MA in theological studies from Talbot School of Theology. For seven years, Kenneth worked as senior research consultant and correspondence editor at the Christian Research Institute (CRI) and regularly cohosted the popular call-in radio program, The Bible Answer Man with Dr. Walter Martin.
As senior research scholar at Reasons To Believe, Kenneth encourages believers to develop a logical faith and challenges skeptics to engage serious Christian philosophy. He is the author of A World of Difference and Without a Doubt, has contributed to numerous other books, and has written articles for Christianity Today and The Christian Research Journal.
Kenneth also hosts Straight Thinking, a weekly RTB podcast, and is a frequent guest on Christian radio programs. He lectures for the Master of Arts program in Christian apologetics at Biola University and teaches adult classes at Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim, California.
Kenneth lives in Southern California with his wife, Joan, and their three children.
Kenneth Richard Samples began studying Christian philosophy and theology when his thirst for purpose found relief in the Bible. He earned his undergraduate degree in philosophy and social science from Concordia University and his MA in theological studies from Talbot School of Theology. For seven years, Kenneth worked as senior research consultant and correspondence editor at the Christian Research Institute (CRI) and regularly cohosted the popular call-in radio program, The Bible Answer Man with Dr. Walter Martin.
As senior research scholar at Reasons To Believe, Kenneth encourages believers to develop a logical faith and challenges skeptics to engage serious Christian philosophy. He is the author of A World of Difference and Without a Doubt, has contributed to numerous other books, and has written articles for Christianity Today and The Christian Research Journal.
Kenneth also hosts Straight Thinking, a weekly RTB podcast, and is a frequent guest on Christian radio programs. He lectures for the Master of Arts program in Christian apologetics at Biola University and teaches adult classes at Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim, California.
Kenneth lives in Southern California with his wife, Joan, and their three children.
Departing From Vancouver, B.C., Canada (Saturday, July 30, 2011)
EMBARKATION: 11:30 A.M.—2:30 P.M. DEPART: 5:00 P.M.
DAY AT SEA • INSIDE PASSAGE (July 31)
JUNEAU (August 1, 2:30 P.M.–10:30 P.M.)
Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, the town of Juneau has the massive Mendenhall Glacier and the immense Juneau Icefields at its back door. Visit rustic shops in town, or get out and kayak, dogsled, raft, bike, hike, heli-hike, flightsee and fish. We’ll be in port long enough to truly take advantage of the long daylight hours, so have an adventure!
SKAGWAY (August 2, 7:00 A.M.–9:00 P.M.)
The sidewalks are all but rolled up in Skagway come winter, so you can only imagine the frightful conditions endured by the gold prospectors who passed through en route to the Yukon, with a mandatory ton of supplies to be hauled with them over the steep and treacherous Trail of ‘98. Today, summertime visits to Skagway require nothing of the sort, but you can still ride the antique White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge railway up through silvery-purple rock faces, past Dead Horse Gulch, to see what it was like back then.SKAGWAY (August 2, 7:00 A.M.–9:00 P.M.)
The sidewalks are all but rolled up in Skagway come winter, so you can only imagine the frightful conditions endured by the gold prospectors who passed through en route to the Yukon, with a mandatory ton of supplies to be hauled with them over the steep and treacherous Trail of ‘98. Today, summertime visits to Skagway require nothing of the sort, but you can still ride the antique White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge railway up through silvery-purple rock faces, past Dead Horse Gulch, to see what it was like back then.
GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISING (August 3, 10:00 A.M.–7:00 P.M.)
How does it feel when a monumental chunk of ice splits off a glacier and crashes into the sea? The sound is like thunder. The impact shoots water hundreds of feet into the air. You hold your breath as you catch the moment on film. Then you wait for it all to happen again. And it does. Glacier Bay has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than anyplace else in the world.GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISING (August 3, 10:00 A.M.–7:00 P.M.)
How does it feel when a monumental chunk of ice splits off a glacier and crashes into the sea? The sound is like thunder. The impact shoots water hundreds of feet into the air. You hold your breath as you catch the moment on film. Then you wait for it all to happen again. And it does. Glacier Bay has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than anyplace else in the world.
KETCHIKAN (August 4, 10:00 A.M.–6:00 P.M.)
Built out over the water and climbing weathered stairways, Ketchikan clings to the shores of Tongass Narrows. Visit Creek Street, the Tongass Historical Museum, Totem Bight State Park and the Saxman Village. There are numerous galleries exhibiting Native art and works by talented local artisans. A floatplane flightseeing trip to breathtaking Misty Fjords National Monument is a transforming adventure not to be missed.KETCHIKAN (August 4, 10:00 A.M.–6:00 P.M.)
Built out over the water and climbing weathered stairways, Ketchikan clings to the shores of Tongass Narrows. Visit Creek Street, the Tongass Historical Museum, Totem Bight State Park and the Saxman Village. There are numerous galleries exhibiting Native art and works by talented local artisans. A floatplane flightseeing trip to breathtaking Misty Fjords National Monument is a transforming adventure not to be missed.
DAY AT SEA • INSIDE PASSAGE (August 5)
Concluding In Vancouver, B.C., Canada (Saturday, August 6, 2011)
ARRIVE: 7:00 A.M. DEBARKATION: 9:00 A.M.–11:00 A.M.
America's Last Frontier
Filled with ice-blue glaciers, roaring waterfalls and snow-covered mountains rising up from the water’s edge, Alaska immerses travelers in a spectacular geography handcrafted by the Creator. Life as varied as the vivid landscape inhabits the Alaskan wilds, including eagles, bears, moose, caribou, whales and king salmon. With more mountains, glaciers and wildlife than anywhere else in the United States, Alaska is a place like no other in stunning beauty.
North American Animals
Have your camera ready as moose and bears wander through meadows and streams, whales burst from the ocean’s surface and eagles fly overhead.
Calving Glaciers
Watch in amazement as columns and shards of glacial ice shear off and splash into the ocean.
Towns on the Edge of the World
Explore the unique personality and learn the culture of cities and towns living on the border of the Alaskan wilderness.
Holland America's msZuiderdam
TIMELESS ELEGANCE IS EVERYWHERE
Understated, refined, welcoming, and warm—in the fresh floral arrangements, in the fine furnishings, in the impressive sculptures, and in the gracious hospitality that is Holland America’s hallmark. With a multimillion-dollar art collection as the backdrop, your universe for the next seven days revolves around a myriad of activities, plush staterooms, soaring spaces, and attention to every detail. Holland America Line serves incomparable cuisine in a variety of wonderful ways—from beautifully served dinners in the main dining room and bountiful buffets on deck to the sumptuous late-night buffet, the food will be everything you would expect and more. The gracious crew members dedicate themselves to your satisfaction and are known for impeccable five-star service. Holland America offers everything you could want in this world-class floating resort.
Cabin Categories and Prices
Cabin Category |
Deck |
Prices |
Description |
OUTSIDE STATEROOMS |
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SA |
Rotterdam |
$3,798 |
Deluxe Verandah Suites: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath, shower and additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. |
SB |
Navigation, Rotterdam, Upper Verandah |
$3,598 |
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SC |
Upper Promenade, Upper Verandah, Verandah |
$3,498 |
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SS |
Navigation |
$2,758 |
Superior Verandah Suites: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, SY Upper Verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. |
VA |
Navigation, Rotterdam, Upper Promenade, Upper Verandah, Verandah |
$2,438 |
Deluxe Verandah: 2 lower beds or 1 queen-size, bath and/or shower, sitting area, private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows; locations on the ship vary. |
VB |
Upper Verandah, Upper Promenade |
$2,378 |
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VC |
Verandah |
$2,338 |
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VD |
Upper Promenade |
$2,278 |
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VE |
Verandah |
$2,238 |
|
VF |
Verandah, Upper Promenade |
$2,198 |
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CABINS ABOVE THIS LINE INCLUDE BALCONIES |
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C |
Main |
$1,938 |
Large Outside: 2 lower beds or 1 queen-size, bath with shower. |
D |
Main |
$1,898 |
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DD |
Main |
$1,848 |
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E |
Main |
$1,798 |
Large Outside: 2 lower beds or 1 queen-size, bath and/or shower. |
G |
Upper Promenade |
$1,678 |
Large Outside: 2 lower beds or 1 queen-size, bath with shower. All G cabins have a partially obstructed view. All GG cabins have a fully obstructed view. |
GG |
Upper Promenade |
$1,658 |
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INSIDE STATEROOMS |
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I |
Navigation, Upper Verandah |
$1,598 |
Standard Inside: 2 lower beds, shower. |
J |
Navigation, Rotterdam, Main |
$1,498 |
Large Inside: 2 lower beds or 1 queen-size, shower. |
K |
Upper Verandah, Main |
$1,458 |
|
L |
Upper Verandah, Verandah |
$1,398 |
Standard: 2 lower beds or 1 queen-size, shower. |
M |
Upper Promenade |
$1,358 |
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MM |
Upper Promenade |
$1,328 |
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Conference Fee: $198
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