All things Oosterdam.............

[TLHB70]

We booked Pinnacle for dinner of our Glacier Bay day. That day is similar to a sea day since you do not get off of the ship. That gives me plenty of time to get dressed up even after viewing the glaciers.

I prefer to be in the dining room on sea day because that will probably be our formal night. We enjoy MDR on formal night. We did not want to do Pinnacle after a port because we knew that it would be hard to get back on the ship after excursions and have time/feel like getting really dressed up for Pinnacle. Therefore the glacier day seemed to be the perfect choice for us.

Hope this helps some.

[fullhouse88811]

Thanks, that helps me. I didnt want to book the Pinnacle on the first formal night!

[charalec]

We are going on the Oosterdam to the Mexican Riviera on March 27. I was wondering if anyone knows when the 2nd formal night will be on this cruise?

 

How is the lunch in the Pinnacle? Is it as good as the dinner?

[KAYEF]

We have the same dilemma, not knowing when to book the pinnacle. This would help for us first time cruisers also. Our itinerary is the same expect we leave June 20th. Any replies would be great!

 

Thanks,

Fullhouse88811

 

We always do the Pinnacle on the first night out.............especially in Alaska. Once you get into the scenery, you may want to run out in the middle of dinner to see/hear calving (as we have done) and I don't think I'd do that if I was in the "P.":p

It's nice and relaxing after the hassle of getting to the ship, being with the crowds in the Lido on that first lunch, etc.

[TLHB70]

Our Glacier Bay times are scheduled 10 AM to 7 PM. We booked Pinnacle at 8 PM. That way there will be enough time to get to Pinnacle after the glaciers. Since we have a verandah stateroom (SA suite) we can see the glaciers from our room when we are getting ready.

I do not think I would care to go to Pinnacle on the first night just because of getting dressed up that first night. I am always pretty tired from travel, boarding, life boat drill, etc. Plus there is always a chance you will not get your luggage in time to get changed/dressed for dinner, too.

 

I understand everyone has differing opinions, though.

[fullhouse88811]

We always do the Pinnacle on the first night out.............especially in Alaska.

 

I was not able to book online the first night, do you have to wait until you are on the ship?

[downrunner]

charalec, I believe the second formal night is the last sea night (friday) before returning to San Diego.

[charalec]

Thanks downrunner!! That helps to plan for the Pinnacle reservation. Hope to meet you on our cruise!!

[Addrian]

Our Glacier Bay times are scheduled 10 AM to 7 PM. We booked Pinnacle at 8 PM. That way there will be enough time to get to Pinnacle after the glaciers. Since we have a verandah stateroom (SA suite) we can see the glaciers from our room when we are getting ready.

I do not think I would care to go to Pinnacle on the first night just because of getting dressed up that first night. I am always pretty tired from travel, boarding, life boat drill, etc. Plus there is always a chance you will not get your luggage in time to get changed/dressed for dinner, too.

 

I understand everyone has differing opinions, though.

 

 

You will have plenty of time! I did this cruise last year and I think we were out of glacier bay by 4pm. Plan on spending all that time out on your balcony if you are facing the glacier. Our captain put our boat right up by the glacier with our balcony facing it for a good 30 minutes.... it's something I will never forget, nor can you describe it to anyone and do it justice. Have a great time!!!

[TLHB70]

You will have plenty of time! I did this cruise last year and I think we were out of glacier bay by 4pm. Plan on spending all that time out on your balcony if you are facing the glacier. Our captain put our boat right up by the glacier with our balcony facing it for a good 30 minutes.... it's something I will never forget, nor can you describe it to anyone and do it justice. Have a great time!!!

 

 

Thank you. I cannot wait!

[TMWeddle]

We just booked for next February! We like to plan ahead. Any suggestions, opinions, advice, etc. will be appreciated.

[Host Walt]

This tread was started in the Oosterdam Roll Call forum. It was moved to the HAL Boards where it can be contributed to by Oosterdam veterans who might not have been aware of its existence.

[quartetman]

Does anyone have a copy of the menus from the Oosterdam they could send we will be on April 17th. Thanks.

 

RicK & Harriet

[packercruising]

Good thread! Thanks for moving it. We are booked for Oct 23. Doesn't seem to be a Roll-Call for it.

[mnbruce]

Booze, Booze, Booze was a riot in June.

 

I'd have to say Boozie was one of the more entertaining staff members I have ever met.