"Semi-live" from Veendam's Historic Coasts: 16-23 August

[shrimp56]

We jumped on this cruise, partially because it was RT Boston and it went to St John's NB. We've demoted ourselves to an OV (last cruise was a SS) and we're quite happy. We're 2 cabins off the front elevators so a straight shot to Lido and Crow's Nest. Can't beat the location.

 

Vdeendam looks glorious after her drydock. She was our second 'dam ship and we're happy to be here again. We're totally full and the staff is clearly being taxed, but, per usual, they remain friendly and courteous. We had a small Meet & Greet at sailaway--just three couples, but very pleasant indeed.

 

One thing I like about a smaller ship uis that you see epeople you know more easily than on the Vista or Signatures.

 

Will write more tomorrow, the internet gods willing. So for now signing off from the very foggy Maine coast.

[Gail & Marty sailing away]

Have a great cruise...

[dfish]

Have a great cruise! I've done this one twice and had a wonderful time both times.

 

Debbie

[PathfinderEss]

Have a wonderful cruise, and we look forward to more post - if the internet gods are willing.:D:eek:

[sail7seas]

Hi Shrimp,

Thanks for posting.

We did that cruise last August on Veendam and thought it great. Veendam has a wonderful crew.

 

Enjoy.

[KirkNC]

Thanks for the report! Hope you have a great cruise.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Thanks for checking in.

Hope you will be able to give reports.

[sapper1]

I'm looking forward to your review. Just have to add one geographical note here---- St. John's is in Newfoundland. You are coming to Saint John, New Brunswick.

You are in good company though as it's a common mistake. :)

 

Just noticed you are here today. Too bad it has to be a cool and rainy day. Not fun.

 

We'll have to do a drive by and see the Veendam.

Edited August 18, 2014 by sapper1

[puppycanducruise]

Looking forward to reading more.

Have a great cruise!

[sapper1]

It looks like you just might have a sunny day. I live two miles from the port and the sky is clearing. We always say if you don't like our weather then just wait fifteen minutes and it will change.

[shrimp56]

Thanks for the correction! We started out cool and cloudy and ended up in full sunshine, Saw The Reversing Falls, St Martin and City Market. Will post more later when I have a keyboard!

 

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[Copper10-8]

Have a great time on VEDM Shrimpie ;)

[Mtn2Sea]

Looking forward to your posts.

[Typhoon1]

Looking forward to hearing more. Be sure to enjoy yourselves.

[innlady1]

Enjoy the Veendam. That's a lovely itinerary...have always thought of doing it!

[erewhon]

Thanks for your reports.

Have a fabulous cruise.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Many years ago we did the Reversing Falls tour and enjoyed it.

[shrimp56]

The internet gods seem to have deserted us in Halifax so will be brief. All is well except the lines for open dining. More on that later. Otherwise it is sunny and a great day for our Peggy's Cove/Titanic excursion this afternoon.

 

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[sail7seas]

I'm looking forward to your review. Just have to add one geographical note here---- St. John's is in Newfoundland. You are coming to Saint John, New Brunswick.

You are in good company though as it's a common mistake. :)

 

Just noticed you are here today. Too bad it has to be a cool and rainy day. Not fun.

 

We'll have to do a drive by and see the Veendam.

 

 

 

Not to be confused with St. John, U.S.V.I. :)

 

[sapper1]

Not to be confused with St. John, U.S.V.I. :)

 

 

St. John must have been a real popular guy way back when. :)

[shrimp56]

On the iPad so brief again. Tomorrow I promise.

Here's a succinct version.

Day 0: You CAN go home again. Good to be on Veendam again.

Day 1: Where has home gone? Fog in Bar Harbor.

Day 2: Going in reverse. Bay of Fundy.

Day 3: Doomed. Was going to review the Peggy's Cove/Titanic shorex, but we missed the boat.

 

All will come clear when I get to a real keyboard.

[KruzPrincess]

Looking forward to reading your experiences on the Veendam as I've just booked a cruise on this ship. When you get a chance, can you please tell me more about the shipboard experiences you're having? Thanks.

[sparty1]

I just completed a brief summary of our experience of 35 days, ending last Sat., if interested. It is on the thread Veendam...yay or nay?

 

Looking forward to reading your experiences on the Veendam as I've just booked a cruise on this ship. When you get a chance, can you please tell me more about the shipboard experiences you're having? Thanks.

[KruzPrincess]

I just completed a brief summary of our experience of 35 days, ending last Sat., if interested. It is on the thread Veendam...yay or nay?

 

Thanks for posting an answer to my question there. I appreciate it.

[shrimp56]

My apologies. Between the internet being down and my naps. I know, excuses, excuses . . .

Since we missed our shorex in Halifax, we signed up for "The Life of a Coal-miner." All I can say is GO! It was amazing, moving and well worth it. Today in Portland ME we shopped and had lunch with local friends.

 

I will turn this into a report with pictures after I get home tomorrow .