Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 #1 Share Posted November 26, 2012 My review Eurodam Nov. 17 - 24, 2012 Before you read my review, remember this is just what my experience was like. Loved Nice Size Cabin 1051 Category C Outside Ocean View The Amount of Storage in Cabin. 1st Time I saw Storage Draws under the Beds Huge Bath Towels Nightstand Lights (you could turn them on and not wake others, I will post pic) That you don’t have to Checkout Pool Towels (most cruises you have to wait for their pool towel stations to open and check them out and in which is a pain) The Morning Crepes in the Lido Restaurant We Never had a Long Wait for the Elevator Anise (sp?) and the Culinary Arts Center, she was wonderful and really enjoyed guest Chief Scott, I tried to attended every Show I always saw Crew Members Cleaning and Painting around the Ship The Best Orange Juice, they make it Fresh Piano Man Greg Gallello. He was AMAZING! He is such a friendly outgoing entertainer/person. We ran into him a few times in the elevator and Lido. He always had a smile on his face and asked how our day was. Loved when he performed Crocodile Rock and he looked hot sitting at the piano wearing his cool hat. The Choices of Activities on our 1st Sea Day Emily the Leader Singer Jess the Computer Instructor was very helpful and Answered Questions although she said that Windows 8 would be $14.99 for newer computers, but I found it to be $39.99 and SkyDrive is different than what she showed us. Comedian & Magician Jeff Peterson and Indy Beautiful Fresh Flowers throughout the Ship Afternoon Tea at Tamarind Penny Slots at the Casino (I spent many hours here) Nice GYM I went early and never had to wait for a Machine Morning Stretching Class Ports Grand Turks - Beach Day but by the afternoon we were rained out. San Juan - Took the free trolley to Fort El Morro and San Castillo St. Thomas – Took taxi to Corki Beach for sun and snorkeling. Nice day even though it started to rain by late afternoon. It was crowed/busy (5 ships in port) Half Moon Cay - cancelled Was Disappointed With We only ate twice at the Rembrandt Restaurant and didn’t care for the servers. I asked for ice tea, but they never offered to refill it or asked how our dinner was. I didn’t expected to be pampered, but did expect to have better serves. The Casino could add a few more penny slots. Quite a few times I needed to wait for one. Our Cabin Steward, cabin was not clean. Did Not Find the Comedian Derrick Funny Wished they had More Comedy Nights Half Moon Cay was Cancelled Due to Strong Wind. The Captain made the decision that tendering would be too dangerous. Even though I was so excited on go, I agreed with the Captain. He said we ran into a cold front from the east coast. The waves were VERY Rough. I liked Cruise Director Brent, but I was very disappointed on the way he handled our missed day at HMC. He added a Bingo game, a 20 minute cooking section, and repeated a computer class that only holds 15 – 20 people. I felt that Brent could have arranged a better day. When I was on NCL Pearl we arrived to Great Stirrup Cay 3 hrs. late. Their cruise director arranged for a deck BBQ, 2 hours of free rum punch, a movie, and a matinee production show. Holland America offered us a glass of champagne and refunded $17.29 pp for port taxes/fees. Debarking was a mess. Very disorganized. Cruise Director Brent said to wait to hear his announcements before debarking, but there weren’t any. Ship was late and everyone was trying to leave, but they only had one line scanning cards. People were worried about missing their flights. It was a HUGE MESS! Overall I was disappointed that we missed HMC, but it didn’t stop me from loving this cruise. I will be sailing Holland America in the near future. Hope you enjoyed reading my review. Debbie Our Cabin Vanity Needed Cleaning Carpet Not Vacuumed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #2 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Lots Of Storage Even Under the Beds (never saw this on other cruises) Loved these Nightstand Lights Lots of Beautiful Fresh Flowers Always Saw Crew Members Cleaning Around the Ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #3 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Restocking the Desserts Afternoon Indonesian tea at Tamarind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #4 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Culinary Arts Center Computer Classes It doesn't hold a lot of people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgeman61 Posted November 26, 2012 #5 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thanks for the review and pictures. We will be on that cruise in about 3 weeks so we are very interested in your impressions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicocala Posted November 26, 2012 #6 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thank you very much for your review. The pictures added to your report as well. I appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #7 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Public Restrooms Had Really Towels to Dry Hands The Relaxing Room Next to the GYM Sauna Warning I tried to turn on a light in the sauna, but I accidently hit the alarm Making the Fresh Orange Juice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #8 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Lido Restaurant (it's like cafeteria style, you go up to different stations and place an order, they have sample dishes showing what they offer) The Waffle Station Selections Omelette Station Selections More Selections Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted November 26, 2012 #9 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Very nice review, sorry there were some not so good points but sounds like on the whole you had a good time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #10 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Photo of the ocean view elevator, I never been on a ship with the elevators are ocean viewed. Family pool (they closed the retractable top when it rained) Torrace Grill offered cheeseburgers, veggie burgers, lamb burgers, salmon burgers, hotdogs, fries, and sweet potatoes fries (someone said they had kielbasa too) These Ladies wanted me to take their photo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #11 Share Posted November 26, 2012 I Forgot I also Loved Kelly the Travel Guide, she was very knowledgeable, had wonderful programs, and had desk hours to ask her questions. Way to Go Kelly! Free Shoe Shinning Free DVD Renting Nicest Library and Board Game Room Jess the computer instructor said in about 3 weeks all the computers will being replaced with new ones. She was disembarking with us, she just finished her 4 month contract. Movies in the screening room : The Avengers, Rock of Ages, The Amazing Spider Man, To Rome with Love, the Dark Knight Rises, and Moonrise Kingdom I will post more photos tomorrow and I will tried to scan and post the schedules. Debbie :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted November 26, 2012 #12 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thank you for taking the time to write your review and post great pictures. Are all the afternoon teas held in the Tamarind Restaurant or just the Indonesian afternoon tea? It was like that when we were on the Eurodam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted November 26, 2012 #13 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thanks for the review, sorry to hear about HMC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #14 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thank you for taking the time to write your review and post great pictures. Are all the afternoon teas held in the Tamarind Restaurant or just the Indonesian afternoon tea? It was like that when we were on the Eurodam. Thanks Krazy Kruizers All afternoon teas (3pm) are held in the Rembrandt dining room except on the 1st sea day they held this Indonesian tea in the Tamarind Restaurant. Indonesian Tea Ceremony - Enjoy the exotic teas of Indonesia, accompanied by cakes and sandwiches at this unique tea service, served in traditional Indonesian wear and accompanied by the sounds of this island acrchipelago. Happy Sailings, Debbie :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted November 26, 2012 #15 Share Posted November 26, 2012 GREAT REVIEW and information - THANKS! We are on her next sailing and have a quick question. Our meet and greet is on Sunday at 10 AM, so I was wondering if it will conflict with any religous services at that time? Could you check your schedules if you have them? Thanks DaveOKC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lvz2cruz Posted November 26, 2012 #16 Share Posted November 26, 2012 GREAT REVIEW and information - THANKS! We are on her next sailing and have a quick question. Our meet and greet is on Sunday at 10 AM, so I was wondering if it will conflict with any religous services at that time? Could you check your schedules if you have them? Thanks DaveOKC I'm not the OP but in the past the Protestant service is at 10. I think mass is at 9. Our M&G was always at 11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #17 Share Posted November 26, 2012 GREAT REVIEW and information - THANKS! We are on her next sailing and have a quick question. Our meet and greet is on Sunday at 10 AM, so I was wondering if it will conflict with any religous services at that time? Could you check your schedules if you have them? Thanks DaveOKC Hello DaveOKC In the next hour or so, I will post the daily schedules. Debbie :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0bnxshs Posted November 26, 2012 #18 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Very nicely and comprehensively done! To the point, details where needed, good and bad points, well balanced. Thank you for this informative review, Debbie. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted November 26, 2012 #19 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Thanks for sharing your pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #20 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Sorry I can't find Day One (Saturday) :mad: Day 2 Sea Day Day 3 Grand Turk Day 4 San Juan Day 5 St. Thomas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 26, 2012 Author #21 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Day 6 Sea Day Day 7 Half Moon Cay (This is the schedule before HMC was cancelled) Happy Sailing, Debbie :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Copper10-8 Posted November 26, 2012 #22 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Nice pics! Thanx for posting them!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted November 26, 2012 #23 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Debbie - thanks for the schedules. Do you remember which nights were Formal? I assume it will be Sunday and Thursday, but would like to know for sure to make my Pinnacle Reservations. DaveOKC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 27, 2012 Author #24 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Debbie - thanks for the schedules. Do you remember which nights were Formal? I assume it will be Sunday and Thursday, but would like to know for sure to make my Pinnacle Reservations. DaveOKC Yes Formal Nights were Sunday & Thursday Debbie :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie42467 Posted November 27, 2012 Author #25 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Behind the Scenes Kitchen Tour They take a group of 10 people at a time and walk you through the Rembrandt kitchen. They offer you refreshments (water & juice) and samples (cheese, grapes, sushi, etc.) throughout the tour. Ice Carving Room Service Station (I ordered the steak sandwich once and it was delicious) Appetizer Station Vegetable Carver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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