JHDub Posted April 18, 2017 #1901 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Small. Expect small. Yes, in that category cabin, on that ship, you might be happier with the beds separated. I have seen it set up that way (for a solo, after she had them split) and it was bearable. Thank you so much for the quick response! That is as I feared LOL. Was not as I expected from what I saw on the website but I was suspicious. (Thankfully will have a signature suite for the second cruise. ) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhsocal Posted April 18, 2017 #1902 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Osterdam, sports deck, bow observation deck, are there lounge chairs in that area? On Noordam several years ago, there were about 15 and rarely saw anyone using them. It was very quiet and relatively, private. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT888 Posted April 18, 2017 #1903 Share Posted April 18, 2017 I need three separate beds set up in the room. When do I request it? Or can I do it online somewhere? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHDub Posted April 19, 2017 #1904 Share Posted April 19, 2017 How are the hairdryers in the cabins on Holland America? We will be on the Eurodam if that makes any difference. I have fairly long decently thick hair and I am trying to decide if I should bring my "good" hair dryer… Just don't want to waste precious ship time in front of the vanity. [emoji16] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpump Posted April 21, 2017 #1905 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I have thin short hair and always bring my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byoon Posted April 21, 2017 #1906 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Hey there everyone. I'm new here and will be going on my first cruise aboard the Veendam this May 13th. Very excited and I really appreciate all the information from this thread. Hope to see some of you on deck! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted April 21, 2017 #1907 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Welcome to CC, Byoon! Make sure to join your roll call! I hope you enjoy the cruising life. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bermuda8553 Posted April 22, 2017 #1908 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Hi Great information on this board. This will be my first time cruising on Holland America. I just got my boarding passes and it gives a time to board at 1pm. Does anyone now how strick this is. If I get to the terminal at noon will I be able to board once I check in or will I have to wait until 1pm. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old As Dirt Mom Posted April 23, 2017 #1909 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Hi Great information on this board. This will be my first time cruising on Holland America. I just got my boarding passes and it gives a time to board at 1pm. Does anyone now how strick this is. If I get to the terminal at noon will I be able to board once I check in or will I have to wait until 1pm. Thank you. Boarding usually begins around 11:30 am. And your cabin will be ready for you once you do board:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzall Posted April 23, 2017 #1910 Share Posted April 23, 2017 1st HAL experience .... Inside Passage to Vancouver in July with pre Denali tour. Travelling a long way so I hope it's worth it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted April 23, 2017 #1911 Share Posted April 23, 2017 1st HAL experience .... Inside Passage to Vancouver in July with pre Denali tour. Travelling a long way so I hope it's worth it! It is. ;) It's very worth it (and you sure are coming a long way :o). Have a great time in The Great Land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tccb Posted April 24, 2017 #1912 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Taking my parents with us on our first cruise with HAL to Alaska aboard the Zaandam, does anyone know if the ship will have lactaide milk on board? My Dad will only drink Lactaid milk and he likes a glass with breakfast and dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHDub Posted April 24, 2017 #1913 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Do they have a wine opener in the rooms? Or do I need to pack my own?[emoji848] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Mary229 Posted April 24, 2017 #1914 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Do they have a wine opener in the rooms? Or do I need to pack my own?[emoji848] Sent from my iPhone using Forums I bring my own. I have never noticed one in the room Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Walt Posted April 24, 2017 Author #1915 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Do they have a wine opener in the rooms? Or do I need to pack my own?[emoji848] Sent from my iPhone using Forums As Mary said, bring your own. And for sure do not carry your corkscrew in your carry-on luggage if you are flying to the embarkation port. (I'm speaking from sad personal experience.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobandjo Posted April 25, 2017 #1916 Share Posted April 25, 2017 We'll be in a Verandah room on the NA in August. Will there be wine glasses in the room or will the steward get a pair for us? Asked a friend who is a 5* and always stays in a Neptune Suite and he said peons like us (LOL) staying in lower than a suite won't have them in the room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happily@Sea Posted April 25, 2017 #1917 Share Posted April 25, 2017 We'll be in a Verandah room on the NA in August. Will there be wine glasses in the room or will the steward get a pair for us? Asked a friend who is a 5* and always stays in a Neptune Suite and he said peons like us (LOL) staying in lower than a suite won't have them in the room. Yes, you will find them in the desk cabinet [small one] along with the hair dryer and make-up mirror. I was just on her in Jan-Feb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobandjo Posted April 25, 2017 #1918 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Thanks Happily, will tell my friend at coffee tomorrow he was wrong. Love doing that. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigander75 Posted April 26, 2017 #1919 Share Posted April 26, 2017 Sailing out of Rotterdam next June - any "what to do in Rotterdam" tips for the day we'll be there before departure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heels/colts Posted April 26, 2017 #1920 Share Posted April 26, 2017 what time of food is available late night, any deserts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Walt Posted April 26, 2017 Author #1921 Share Posted April 26, 2017 (edited) Sailing out of Rotterdam next June - any "what to do in Rotterdam" tips for the day we'll be there before departure? You may want to check out Hotel New York in Rotterdam. It's in the former headquarters building of Holland America Lines. Docked nearby is the old ss Rotterdam which had a gala final grand voyage for HAL in 1997 before HAL's parent (Carnival Cruise Lines) sold her to Premier Cruise Lines where she became the "Big Red Boat." The ship is now a hotel/museum near the New York Hotel. Edited April 26, 2017 by Host Walt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRL_Joanie Posted April 26, 2017 #1922 Share Posted April 26, 2017 what time of food is available late night, any deserts. Here are a couple menus you can see. Menus list for all venues: http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/specialty-2/ They are for all the meals in the Lido including the Late Night you ask about. http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/specialty-2/specifc-cruise-lido-and-mdr-menus/ This one is for the 10 Day Caribbean (Late night snack is near the bottom): http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/specialty-2/specifc-cruise-lido-and-mdr-menus/hal-caribbean-menus-2015/ Hope these help you out. We've discovered over the years that the menus do not change a great deal. Joanie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noone Posted April 27, 2017 #1923 Share Posted April 27, 2017 How far is parking at west park at Canada place from boarding the Noordam? How long is the walk? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpump Posted April 27, 2017 #1924 Share Posted April 27, 2017 A few questions. Been on cruises, am planning a Sept Alaska on Oosterdam, but have a few questions. We are in a suite. A). Is it tacky to bring along a larger mug for coffee instead of using those little dainty cups we get? Primarily thinking for drinking in our room. B). My understanding is the suites now have coffee makers in them. If so, what type of coffee? Keurig pods, loose coffee, etc? C). One of our adults kids took us up on our offer to tag along (), she's always wanted to go to,Alaska. Will we have 3 of things since we have 3 booked or will we have to ask for an add'l one? D). Not that comfortable with our TA. No reason, she's new. The manager is all over her when we've been in the office, but something is bothering me. E). What's the deal with a price drop? Am I the one who has to keep my eyes opened and then let our agent know if I find one? F). Lastly, packing cubes......am interested in purchasing some, but I think all I'd use them for is for my undies, bras, etc. don't think I'd ever use them for my tops, jeans, slacks, etc. Can I just purchase these cubes in particular sizes or are they all sold in a variety of sizes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old As Dirt Mom Posted April 27, 2017 #1925 Share Posted April 27, 2017 A few questions. Been on cruises, am planning a Sept Alaska on Oosterdam, but have a few questions. We are in a suite. A). Is it tacky to bring along a larger mug for coffee instead of using those little dainty cups we get? Primarily thinking for drinking in our room. No, it's not tacky. You can bring whatever you like. You can also buy thermal HAL mugs on board. B). My understanding is the suites now have coffee makers in them. If so, what type of coffee? Keurig pods, loose coffee, etc? Keurig-type pods. I can't remember the name. C). One of our adults kids took us up on our offer to tag along (), she's always wanted to go to,Alaska. Will we have 3 of things since we have 3 booked or will we have to ask for an add'l one? If 3 of you are booked into the cabin, you should have 3 of everything, such as 3 sets of towels. If you find something missing, don't hesitate to ask your cabin stewards for whatever you need. D). Not that comfortable with our TA. No reason, she's new. The manager is all over her when we've been in the office, but something is bothering me. Perhaps ask the manager for a more experienced TA? if you haven't yet reached final payment, maybe look around for another agency? Or deal directly with HAL's personal cruise consultants? (See HAL's website). E). What's the deal with a price drop? Am I the one who has to keep my eyes opened and then let our agent know if I find one? Yes, you keep your eyes open, and notify your TA. She's monitoring a lot of reservations, and may not be as "on the ball" in this situation as you are. F). Lastly, packing cubes......am interested in purchasing some, but I think all I'd use them for is for my undies, bras, etc. don't think I'd ever use them for my tops, jeans, slacks, etc. Can I just purchase these cubes in particular sizes or are they all sold in a variety of sizes? You can find all sizes and combinations over at Amazon Hope I helped :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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