hmmm

We are currently on the Neiw Statendam- and a couple weeks ago, I thought- What the heck, why not sign up for the Stand-by program- so we did- and I just got an email saying we are going!  We have been assigned a VB stateroom, and will get off the ship on Sunday and get back on the same day.  We will get our laundry done Sunday Night, as we packed for only 1 week.  We are thrilled!

we are on the stand-by list for this Sunday. I would like to know when/if anyone has been notified of NOT getting on the cruise.

Good to know!!!

We have a cabana booked for this Sunday - but it doesn’t show up on our navigator app as our thermal suite and internet purchases do- should I be concerned?  I have the email confirming our booking, I just am wondering why it doesn’t sho up on our app.  TIA.

That looks pretty great-does anyone know if this is typical fleet-wide?  We have a cabana booked for the Nieuw Statendam next week- and now, I am getting even MORE EXCITED!!!!!

We are booked in 1004 on the Valor- so Im wondering where you found reviews and pictures of 1003?  They should be comparable, I would think to 1004.  Thanks.

26 minutes ago, tbjl24 said:

Yes it is public space. Accessed all the way forward on 10 or via the staircase on 11 

Thanks for the info!

We are booked for an October sailing on the Valor.  I was wondering if the open space showing up on deck 10 forward is an actual public deck?  Has anyone noticed? It would be on all Conquest Class ships, I think.  TIA.

Okay- we have cruised once before on Hal- 2019- I cant remember if they supply a magnified makeup mirror- we are in an inside room- thanks in advance.

35 minutes ago, Ray4Fun said:

 

Actually , YES I did watch the Rotterdam crew rescue those lost souls. The thing they were riding on was peeling apart before our eyes. (I have the pic to prove it) . The Rotterdam crew, Outstanding. In the mix of a Hurricane, in the dark rescued those souls. Nothing else was not an option. Our accolades to them are to stand. If you were not onboard, then just smile and know HAL came to the rescue!

https://www.cruisehive.com/cruise-ship-rescues-refugees-in-rough-seas-during-hurricane/87293- I found this report online

12 minutes ago, CMDE said:

Hi, I received an email today from Holland America that said there was some information currently missing from my check-in. We are Canadian and it says that there is information “missing or incomplete” about our “U.S. address while in U.S.”

 

I looked at our check-in again and I couldn’t find anywhere to add this info, and every section had a green check mark except the last Health part which I can only do 3 days before the cruise. Can anybody suggest where I might find a place to provide this info, or if I should worry?

We had the same notification for our Nov. 19 sailing.  I couldn’t find anywhere to fill in the info, so I called a number that I found on the web site-  it MIGHT have been +1 877-932-4259- but if not, keep looking for a customer service number- the person that answered filled in the form for me- there was nowhere for me to fill it in myself.  Since we are Canadian, we needed to give a US address for before and after the cruise, since we weren’t flying.

I called the 1-800 number, and the retreat is already fully booked.  They informed me that the $149 is actually for 2 people………but I don’t totally believe this……….online, it looks like I have to buy 2 separate passes…….maybe I will just get the one, and hope for the best…..and then buy the other on the ship if its not true………thoughts?  Anyone with experience in the last while?

Thanks for the info

We have just booked the Nieuw Statendam Nov.19-26.  Very excited to finally be cruising again.  We wanted to look at reserving a cabana spot in the Retreat area, but it isn’t showing up for me?  Is there a certain time when this starts to show up as an option?  Also, our last cruise before covid had a couples pass option for the Thermal Spa- but I am only seeing the single.  If you have any insights please, and thanks

This is our first MSC cruise.  We will be on the Davina in December.  I was wondering if the Top 18 Solarium listed on Deck 18 is exclusive to YC?  I can’t seem to find any info on it.  Thanks........,I am anxiously following your review.  It is such a help.

Thanks for the info guys!

Are fans available in the cabins at all?

Thanks for the info Cruising-along1

We are booked as anytime dining on the Volendam, coming up next week.  Is it possible to request a certain table for two?  Also, do we need to make reservations as per time each day?

Thanks for any insights. 

Thanks guys.  Good to know

I don’t know where this older post came from......I really am new to this.  I wanted to know about the Oasis.  It is showing up on the sky deck, but I havent been able to find any pictures, nor have read anything about what it exactly is.  Any input would be appreciated.

MyDH and I are booked for a Panama Cruise this April on the Volendam.  Only cruised 5 times, and this is our first Holland trip.  We purchased a Thermal Suite pass for an Alaskan Cruise, and loved it.......my questions............have you still used the Thermal Suite when you have cruised in warmer areas?.............is the Thermal Suite available during Port days, if we don’t feel like going ashore?................What typically is the cost for  20 days for a couple?................. How big is the Thelasotherapy pool on the Volendam?...................... How many steam rooms, and are they aromatherapy?...............What are the typical hours of operation?................ any other insights that you may have, as we are fairly new to the whole thing..........

2 hours ago, richwmn said:

2 hours ago, hmmm said:

So I am a bit naive as to the concept of switching........could someone please explain the ins and outs..........when you say PCC......what does that mean? Etc.  We have just found I guess what is called a big box online, that we call in to book out tickets.  Didn’t realize all the other options or ways.

A PCC is a dedicated person at HAL that books our cruises. They build up a personal relationship and know our preferences.

HAL's rules allow a booking made by a PCC, or their general call in department, to be transferred to any Travel Agent prior to final payment. Often the TA involved adds perks, mostly on board credit, to sweeten the deal. The TA then "owns" the booking and must be the one called if you have questions.

 

Thanks for some clarification.  It’s appreciated 

So I am a bit naive as to the concept of switching........could someone please explain the ins and outs..........when you say PCC......what does that mean? Etc.  We have just found I guess what is called a big box online, that we call in to book out tickets.  Didn’t realize all the other options or ways.

Our cruise is 20 days, but the pass is coming up as 14+ days for $349/couple......which I feel is great, assuming it is for the entire 20 day cruise

.  Any idea what the “for 15 minutes” would be?