shrimp56 Posted August 17, 2014 #1 Share Posted August 17, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted August 17, 2014 #2 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Have a great cruise... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfish Posted August 17, 2014 #3 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Have a great cruise! I've done this one twice and had a wonderful time both times. Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted August 17, 2014 #4 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Have a wonderful cruise, and we look forward to more post - if the internet gods are willing.:D:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted August 18, 2014 #5 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Hi Shrimp, Thanks for posting. We did that cruise last August on Veendam and thought it great. Veendam has a wonderful crew. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted August 18, 2014 #6 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Thanks for the report! Hope you have a great cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted August 18, 2014 #7 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Thanks for checking in. Hope you will be able to give reports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper1 Posted August 18, 2014 #8 Share Posted August 18, 2014 (edited) 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare puppycanducruise Posted August 18, 2014 #9 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Looking forward to reading more. Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper1 Posted August 18, 2014 #10 Share Posted August 18, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrimp56 Posted August 18, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted August 18, 2014 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! Sent from my LG-P769 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Copper10-8 Posted August 18, 2014 #12 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Have a great time on VEDM Shrimpie ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtn2Sea Posted August 18, 2014 #13 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Looking forward to your posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted August 18, 2014 #14 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Looking forward to hearing more. Be sure to enjoy yourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted August 18, 2014 #15 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Enjoy the Veendam. That's a lovely itinerary...have always thought of doing it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted August 19, 2014 #16 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Thanks for your reports. Have a fabulous cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted August 19, 2014 #17 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Many years ago we did the Reversing Falls tour and enjoyed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrimp56 Posted August 19, 2014 Author #18 Share Posted August 19, 2014 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. Sent from my LG-P769 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted August 19, 2014 #19 Share Posted August 19, 2014 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. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper1 Posted August 19, 2014 #20 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Not to be confused with St. John, U.S.V.I. :) St. John must have been a real popular guy way back when. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrimp56 Posted August 20, 2014 Author #21 Share Posted August 20, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruzPrincess Posted August 21, 2014 #22 Share Posted August 21, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparty1 Posted August 21, 2014 #23 Share Posted August 21, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruzPrincess Posted August 22, 2014 #24 Share Posted August 22, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrimp56 Posted August 22, 2014 Author #25 Share Posted August 22, 2014 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 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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