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Hopefully if all the people who are complaining about it here on CC also let HAL know how very unhappy they are about the closure of the Crows Nest, you think HAL will listen?? 

Are there really that many people that buy paintings on board??

Not a good start to your cruise with bad wait staff & food not up to standard. Guess it can only get better.

I too would be up set. We do enjoy the Crows Nest. I guess the only thing is to complain as loud and as often as possible, use the appt and the post cruise survey. There is nothing the Capt. can do about it as the decision is out of his hands. I do think if HQ gets enough complaints, things will change. 

Bon Voyage fair winds & smooth seas.

Nice tooting on the way out.

When you compare her to other cruise ships, there is a big difference.

And another adventure begins.

She is on the move.

Late as always

Enjoyed your report on Cape Town & Namibia, brought back good memories of our cruise on the Prinsendam

We'll be looking for you.

Volendam arriving.

19 hours ago, VMax1700 said:

Although the Marriott is adjacent to the train station, the Hilton is no too far to walk.  DW has walking difficulties and it was a cold wet night, but she managed no problem.

We did not pre purchase train tickets, but used our debit cards to tap in and tap out.

The train departs from the station underneath the airport.  We used a luggage trolley and descended to the track level by elevator.  The train to Rotterdam departs from track 5 or 6.  Keep an eye on the tv monitors above the platform for updated information.  Also ensure it is an Inter City Direct train that you board - only 25 minutes to Rotterdam.  

There are a couple of steps up to the carriage, but they are manageable.  When you arrive in Rotterdam Central, exit the platform (elevator/escalator) and turn right.  You should be heading towards Platform 1 which is the nearest to the exit that you need.  At the station exit (remember to tap out if using debit/credit card) and cross the square and tram tracks in front of you.  You should see the Marriott.  When you reach the pavement turn left and it is a straight and level walk to the Hilton.  You cross two streets, but there are crossings.

The fare was charged to our debit card today of 14.50 euro each.

Thanks for posting this will help us in Aug. 

Wishing you all the best. We'll be watching for you on sail away.

here she is about 16 miles out.

Bon Voyage, fair winds & smooth seas. Pretty sad when you have to bring your own crackers.

Looks like an interesting itinerary, enjoy. Saw a picture of her when she arrived in Cobh the other day. 

Happy Birthday HAL, we have many happy memories cruising with HAL, and hopefully many more.

I think just the adventure of going on a cruise to Alaska would be interesting enough. The Hawaii cruise with all the sea days might not, but then when they get there and get to explore the different stops should be of interest.

Condolences to his family and fellow crew members.

Bon Voyage fair winds & smooth seas.

Here is one for family & friends.

We'll be boarding her in Rotterdam in Aug.

Bon Voyage fair winds & smooth seas.