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We're in! We got the message yesterday that our preferred stateroom is available, and we jumped on it. The wait is finally over!
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HeHe. I went to an old school.
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Manila folders for each.
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HAL continuing to downgrade its product
kevingastreich replied to DaveOKC's topic in Holland America Line
I remember one sea day where the highlight activity was (and I actually DID this) was weaving yarn into "luggage identifiers". The poor activities person was the most bored out of us all! -
My first cruise on Koningsdam - review and thoughts
kevingastreich replied to zhuangcorp's topic in Holland America Line
Waiters needing to "clean" the utensils is a problem in itself. What if they forget or are not thorough enough? The washing equipment should be checked. I believe the story. -
HAL continuing to downgrade its product
kevingastreich replied to DaveOKC's topic in Holland America Line
That's the buffet line but not so friendly. -
HAL continuing to downgrade its product
kevingastreich replied to DaveOKC's topic in Holland America Line
I took my one and only cruise with RCI back in April and I could not believe the difference in entertainment! On the RCI ship, everywhere you turned there were entertainment staff doing a wonderful job of keeping the fun going. Granted, it is a different product appealing to a different demo but the contrast was startling. It wasn't too many years ago that HAL was at least in that ball-park. Now, HAL is extremely lacking in the day to day fun which can make sea days longer for some. -
I see people here "advertise" for random cabin mates in order to get the PPDO rate. Even willing to share an inside with a complete stranger for 4 months. There has to be a more reasonable and less chancy alternative? Thanks.
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What do you mean by this please? Itineraries geared to repeat WC guests. What makes it that? Thanks.
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I know the question is impossible to answer but the wait is excruciating. We could book a Vista Suite or a Neptune Suite right now but if you want a Signature Suite (we do we love them) you pay a deposit and "wait" to see if they will give you one. We have done this and are now on the "list". Has anyone ever gone through this and how long did it take before you were offered a cabin? Thanks.
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This HAL board led me astray - Chic night attire!
kevingastreich replied to newtocruiseinblue's topic in Holland America Line
True, but in this case it was a courtesy to the guest because he felt underdressed. -
Good deal from Veranda to Neptune. We wouldn't do it if we were already in a Signature Suite. We find that they are more than adequate for the two of us and the added expense of a Neptune just isn't needed but again, definitely from Veranda to Neptune for that price. Nice!
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That is reserved for the night watch.
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This HAL board led me astray - Chic night attire!
kevingastreich replied to newtocruiseinblue's topic in Holland America Line
I've seen eyes bat. -
This HAL board led me astray - Chic night attire!
kevingastreich replied to newtocruiseinblue's topic in Holland America Line
I've seen the head guy in the MDR offer loaner jackets to guests. -
Virtually impossible to find a new PCC
kevingastreich replied to kevingastreich's topic in Holland America Line
Well, I did manage to get a new PCC and we already like her. My T/A (who happens to be our old PCC) said straight out that he can only match HAL's price, not beat it. He also neglected to offer any OBC or even a welcome bottle of champagne ON A WORLD CRUISE! He does have extensive experience and said that is the reason to choose him over any others. I read on CC all the time about T/A's being so much better than HAL PCC's because of the extra perks etc. I guess I need to keep searching... -
Flowers delivered? or Floral arrangement via HAL?
kevingastreich replied to Euby's topic in Holland America Line
Absolutely! Been there, done this and it is really nice. -
Virtually impossible to find a new PCC
kevingastreich replied to kevingastreich's topic in Holland America Line
Actually, I'm trying to compare fares/perks etc between our "new" PCC and our TA who just happens to be our OLD HAL PCC. -
Virtually impossible to find a new PCC
kevingastreich replied to kevingastreich's topic in Holland America Line
I'd like to talk to a knowledgeable human about options. We're contemplating a World Cruise. I would like a personal contact at HAL if that is still possible? So far, no contact.