Remember That Great Lotion?

[jazncruiser]

:rolleyes: I was thinkining about the little things that made our first cruise special way back in time. One of the best things was the lotion HAL had in the cabins. They have changed it to a "bulk" lotion that comes out of a 55 gal drum.:( I know this has been talked about in the past and probably beat to death, but I miss that stuff! Maybe if we all protest and go on a "cruise hunger strike" HAL would bring it back. Just a idea:D

[bepsf]

:rolleyes: I was thinkining about the little things that made our first cruise special way back in time. One of the best things was the lotion HAL had in the cabins. They have changed it to a "bulk" lotion that comes out of a 55 gal drum.:( I know this has been talked about in the past and probably beat to death, but I miss that stuff! Maybe if we all protest and go on a "cruise hunger strike" HAL would bring it back. Just a idea:D

 

I'm confused - you mean the old Royal Dutch lotion?

I didn't think that was available at all - it was discontinued in favor of the Elemis products.

 

And HAL has never used dispensers for soaps, shampoos and lotions in their cabins like some other cruiselines - They provide nice little individual bottles.

[kakalina]

Maybe the OP means that wonderul ginger lotion in the little pink bottles. I did like the way that smelled. But the Elemis is a better product.

[bepsf]

Maybe the OP means that wonderul ginger lotion in the little pink bottles. I did like the way that smelled. But the Elemis is a better product.

 

Ginger Lotion? Pink Bottles?

 

That's been a looooong time ago...

[Krazy Kruizers]

I really prefer the Roydal Dutch products!!

[kakalina]

Ginger Lotion? Pink Bottles?

 

That's been a looooong time ago...

 

Ooops, still have some and checked my bottle. Ginseng lotion ( close :o ). It has the HAL logo on the bottle.

[RuthC]

55 gallon drum? :confused: Never heard of such a thing.

[kakalina]

55 gallon drum? :confused: Never heard of such a thing.

 

Ruth:

 

Isn't that how you get your chocolate??? :confused: :D

[sail7seas]

I love the Elemis products. I think the shower soap very moisturizing and nice; love the shampoo and body lotion.

 

[jhannah]

Remember during the switch from Royal Dutch to Elemis how they put out the Thymes Eucalyptus products that are used on Princess?

[RuthC]

Ruth:

 

Isn't that how you get your chocolate??? :confused: :D

:o The neighbors are getting testy about all the delivery trucks on a residential street. :p

[ger_77]

I still like the Royal Dutch lotion - there is a house brand of lotion by Shoppers Drug Mart that has a similar scent, and every time I put it on I'm reminded of being back onboard a HAL ship. I sure wish the Royal Dutch lotion was still available.

 

Smooth Sailing! :) :) :)

[jazncruiser]

I loved that lotion. I was so disappointed when they discontinued it. I also like the shampoo and conditioner better. Wish they still had it!

 

Patti

Noordam 10/20/07 (YAHOO!)

[jjb415]

I'm a big fan of the both the Royal Dutch and Elemis products - Asamara Cruises provides Elemis shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer in sizes that are about 3 times the size of those on Holland America. Although no shower gel. :( I remember a great smelling soap used by Holland America in the 80's. All it said on the box was 'French Milled Soap' with the Holland America logo. I've only found one hotel offer a similar smelling soap since those times.

 

Happy Sailing Everyone! :)

[sail7seas]

Our one and only cruise on Noordam III, they provided us with Gucci bath products. What a treat! They were luscious. :)

 

[Jade13]

I love the sharp shower gel!!!

[joedebnh]

Last cruise there were 3 - 55 gallon drums in our bathroom shower area. Shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion.

 

We were unable to take a shower the entire cruise. In addition, when I attempted to get a handful of body lotion to give my Dear Wife a massage, I sprained my back.

 

I have contacted our attorney to request a rebate or compensation for mental pain and discomfort.

[INSIDERS CABIN]

The ginseng body lotion in the little blue-capped bottle, with the bordered picture of a liner sailing thru the turquoise blue sea creating a shallow wake around the ship??? I still have one ancient bottle, half-full, slightly yellowed, tucked away for posterity. Yes, the scent is still pleasantly reminiscient of long-ago on HAL!

 

The new Elemis products are nice too, but I miss the originals!

 

Weren't the chocolates bigger way back then too?