DoggyDaddy

Can anyone let us know specifically what the extra entrees were/are? 
 

DD

Many have said that Club Orange offers an additional entree during dinner, but I have not seen what it has been. Is it a regular entree that is normally served during dinner time (but not that night) or is it something special that you would not normally see? On the Pinnacle ships, can you use “as you wish? Dining but with the same wait staff, regardless of when you arrive? Finally, must you use Club Orange for the entire cruise? We have a 44 day South America cruise coming up booked as one cruise, however there are several separate segments. It might be nice to experience it du4ing one of these without breaking the bank.

DD

What’s the story about the recent unrest, riots, and looting in Chile. We have a South America cruise next March with several stops in Chile. We would hate to miss them due to the unrest there. If we do cancel stops, when could we expect Holland America to reschedule the itinerary? It is a 44 day cruise starting March 15, so it is not that far away.

DD

Himself, do you get cruise credits towards status during your “official” cruises? If so, just curious as to what star and Medalian level you have attained.

DD

Himself, we are taking a 44 day cruise on the Koningdam around South America. Will you be on part, or all of this cruise?

DD

I think it depends on the order, but I thought that Priests get a salary. I know of two priests who bought a retirement home when they retired. Other Orders require a pledge of poverty. 
 

DD

On Holland America I think any collection goes toward the Seamen’s Fund, a worthy cause.

DD

I was under the impression that priests could say multiple masses daily, parishioners though can usually only receive Communion once a day, except under unusual circumstances. I’m sure Himself will set me straight.

DD

I’m surprised that nobody has responded to this topic for several days, especially since I’m under the impression that a lot of cruisers choose Holland America because of the Catholic Masses onboard.

DD

I’m surprised that no one has suggested that on certain days, Mass is celebrated both at 8:00 AM and at 5:00 PM. I realize that this could be inconvenient for the Priest, but isn’t he getting a free cruise? If not, I apologize. 
 

DD

I think I ate mine like I always eat bacon - with my fingers! It was GOOOD!!,

DD

We had Water Aerobics Classes on the Niew Amsterdam on a TA to Venice several years ago. The Mrs. really liked them. 
 

We are taking a long cruise on the Koningsdam next year and she would love to have them. She even brings her own fun noodles with her (and leaves them at the final destination).

Thanks for all the reply’s. On the Koningsdam, are you “allowed” to go to your muster station early or do you have to wait in your cabin until notified? I have bad knees and it hurts to go down several flights of stairs. 
 

DD

Several years ago we were on a TA and Easter was at sea. They had a Catholic Mass in the Showroom. It was very nice. I don’t remember if there was a special Easter dinner 

DD

I tried searching but couldn’t find what I wanted. With the narrow promenades on the Koningsdam is the Muster Drill still held there? If not, what and where is it held? 
 

DD

I can confirm that. I have done it a few times and they were all 1 liter bottles.

DD

On the second Gala night, it is fairly common to have the steak and two lobster tails. Never had a problem with this. Mrs. DD just orders two tails, no steak or Prime Rib -  o problem there either.

DD

I agree. Sometimes they have two of my “favorites “ and I cannot resist!

DD

I assume HAL wants the garment bag back. How much would they charge if you keep it? They are pretty nice garment bags.

DD

Is the 15% gratuity based on the original price or the discounted price. In a restaurant the tip is supposed to be based on the non-discounted price. I still don’t agree with the whole premise that the tip is based on the purchase amount but I know I will lose the argument. 

DD

One thing I would like to see is improved fore and aft cameras, especially the aft cameras. I wouldn’t think it would cost a lot.

DD

We are going to stick with the HAL tour.  Mrs. DD is terrified that something will go wrong and we would miss the boat. As you said, the tour sounds good and we will be staying at a great location in the park. I was just curious what others charged. 

DD

We are signed up for the 44 day tour in March,  also the overland to Igazu Falls with HA. Does anyone have any rough estimate of what private tours would cost, including air fare from Rio and ending in Buenos Aires for a similar itinerary?

DD

When we were there this year (late May) on the Princendam we and another large ship both tendered. I don’t remember seeing any dock.

DD

Just a word to the wise. If you book a domestic flight directly with an affiliated credit card (such as a Chase United) you usually get a free bag checkin. If you book through Flightease, even though you use the same card, you have to pay for the bag checkin. Just keep that in mind when comparing prices. We were unpleasantly supposed when this happened to us and had to pay $100 more (RT) at the airports. 

DD