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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
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Thanks for the photo, Fairgarth - illustrates the need perfectly! I may not be the most glamorous travel reviewer, but I try to go for the practical!! -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
The veal was a chop, not a cutlet. Slip of my typing fingers! -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Yes, Mike very good coffees, lattes etc and service. One barista told me she was hoping to get the 1873 Rotterdam beans up there for the drip coffee, too, which should have been there all along in my opinion!! If you're in a forward-located cabin this is the place to routinely go. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Orange continued: French Onion Soup; Smoked Salmon Trio (DH loved it); Veal Cutlet very nice); Crab Fettucine (the Special, pretty good); the world's worst plating of dessert called Mango Mousse Terrine- it was very tasty though; Baked Alaska; and a breakfast dish called Hearty Ham & Cheese Skillet- usually this is really good, but they forgot the ham!!! -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Yes it was tasty but I didn't really like the texture of the rice; too firm. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
More Orange room goodies: Breakfast buttermilk pancakes; Gold Rush Soup, Seafood Devilled Eggs, Salmon with Alaskan Amber Beer Bearnaise, Cod Caponata a la Normande, Chocolate Whiskey Torte. All very nice, although the torte was a little short on whiskey.. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
More Orange dining: Crab & artichoke dip (very nice); holey bread!; lamb (some pieces were tough), Shrimp Jambalaya (the special). -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Seafood cocktail, Peruvian Chicken (the special), and Strawberries Romanoff. The seafood cocktail was very tasty. The chicken was a bit overcooked but nice flavours; could have been a bit punchier. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Some menu photos from Club Orange. They never included what the actual special entree was- the server told you, Often they showed you a sample plate. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Opposite the doors to Club Orange dining room, there is the Taste Bar, which, as the name suggests, is used for tastings! -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Okay, down to deck 2 between midship and aft toward the Club Orange Dining Room. Following the hallway all the way aft would lead you to the MDR. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
The port side also used to have an extension of the Crow's Nest area into a table games sitting space. It is now set up with desks for classes like origami and colouring. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
By the exit there is the door to outside where the cabanas are- The Retreat. Actually doors on both port and starboard: -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Since we are looking on deck 12 for the Explorations Cafe, opposite it now is the Shore Excursions area, It used to be a nice sitting area with chairs by the unobstructed windows- ideal for scenic viewing like that in Glacier Bay. To the right used to be the very small library. It seems like a poor place for shore excursion information and booking- not very convenient. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
There were times that the Dutch Cafe was painfully slow. I found Ewelina to be the best server there but she couldn't do everything! When the lineup went down the hall to the Photo Gallery and I needed my latte, I hoofed it up to Explorations Cafe instead! This is deck 12 forward, so you need to get to the forward elevator. This cafe has faster service but limited offerings as far as food goes, usually just a few biscotti. They do have coffees in regular and large sizes, though, whereas the Dutch only offers regular. (Can you tell I like coffee)? The showcase up there has tinned water and pop for sale, and Tazo tea. Explorations Cafe does not have the "1873 coffee" though, the signature HAL brand that the Dutch Cafe makes the excellent drip coffee from. (Also made in the Pinnacle Grill but only if you eat there). One thing that they advertise but don't actually sell is the lb. Bag of 1873 coffee. I asked Ewelina and she said they don't have it programmed to ring in...! ☕️ -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Sorry to hear that, Sue! It's always a disappointment to be ill on vacation. Glad they took care of you! I see many of your cruises are on non-Pinnacle ships. Do you enjoy them as much ? Or is it difficult to compare with the circumstances of this last one?! -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
Occasionally, Dutch Cafe has palmier cookies and almond cookies with marzipan filling, usually displayed in a jar instead of the showcase. The items in the showcase and these cookies, are free. The specialty coffees and liquor have a charge. There are a few packaged items, like licorice, that have a charge, but are clearly marked. -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
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Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line
My favourite at NY Deli- reuben sandwich and salad. I also like the Central Park Pizza but managed not to double up this time!.. This restaurant does not charge extra fees. Water, iced tea and lemonade are also available gratis: -
Koningsdam Inside Passage review: June 24-July 1, 2023
QuattroRomeo replied to QuattroRomeo's topic in Holland America Line