A newbie's first impression

[NorbertsNiece]

Hi,

I've cruised extensively the past 15 years, my upcoming is a first with HAL, and this is the first time my expectations have been so raised pre cruise by the planning info. I've been checking the 'Navigator' app daily and have really been impressed by the daily programme and the opportunity to sign up pre cruise for different activities. A definite first. And drip feeding the listings makes it even more exciting. Really great marketing 👏👏

 

 

Edited December 5, 2023 by NorbertsNiece

[*Miss G*]

Welcome to Holland America, @NorbertsNiece!  I am so happy to read of your positive experience, thus far.  Sometimes it’s difficult to wade through all the negativity, although it’s helpful to know who I don’t want to sit beside!  😂

 

What ship will you be on?

[puppycanducruise]

Hope you have a wonderful cruise.

[NorbertsNiece]

26 minutes ago, *Miss G* said:

Welcome to Holland America, @NorbertsNiece!  I am so happy to read of your positive experience, thus far.  Sometimes it’s difficult to wade through all the negativity, although it’s helpful to know who I don’t want to sit beside!  😂

 

What ship will you be on?

Will be blogging on Oosterdam next week!!

[CNSJ]

Where (which cruise lines) have you sailed with prior?

 

[crystalspin]

21 minutes ago, CNSJ said:

Where (which cruise lines) have you sailed with prior?

Check her signature -- very eclectic!

[ski ww]

Bon Voyage, fair winds & smooth seas. Hope it lives up to your expectations.

[NorbertsNiece]

4 hours ago, CNSJ said:

Where (which cruise lines) have you sailed with prior?

 

Royal Caribbean; Celebrity; Princess: CMV; Ambassador; Saga 

 

Many, many places.

Edited December 5, 2023 by NorbertsNiece

[0106]

@NorbertsNieceI have been following your Roll Call because I will be boarding the Oosterdam on January 29 for my SA and Antarctica cruise.  I look forward to your live thread.

[travelholics]

I am sure you will love this journey of exploration. We travelled to Antarctica on Zaandam in 2020 and had the most amazing time. Look forward to reading your live thread, thanks for taking the time to let us share your adventure

[CNSJ]

Look forward to hearing your thoughts and observations for HAL.

[bluesplayer]

Loved the gallery bar on the Oosterdam..  the crew was awesome in the Jan ‘23 cruise!! 

[NorbertsNiece]

Issues with the Navigator app. Trying to add activities to my itinerary and am getting error messages on most. Is it to soon to be adding for the 16th?

[0106]

The Navigator App won’t be fully functional until you board the ship.