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Oh thank you, I’ll try again tomorrow and see if it clears up. If not, I’ll do as others have said and call or try from my computer instead of my phone and the app

You would think that because your first interaction with Holland America is either online or the app, that they would both be stellar. Not the case. Booked our cruise online and it was like pulling teeth. I’ve had nothing but problems with the app Navigator. I can’t figure out how to remove a cancelled cruise on the app. I want the future cruise 2024 to show up. I’m not sure what happened but today it’s making me register again and I can’t even get that right. I give up!

Thank you Nancy for the reply. We were originally booked with an inside cabin on the Eurodam and they we decided to switch to Kogingsdam. Also decided to go for the balcony. Glad to know noise won’t be an issue

Wow thank you so much for the MDR file . Everything looks yummy! I didn’t realize that you could pay extra for certain items. This may seem silly, but what month should I check back for Kogingsdam Alaska 2024? I’m just a little excited! Thanks again for the great information.

Hi, I just booked 7125 which is just around the corner from the stairwell. I was wondering about the noise level also. However, I figured it’s an easy two floor climb for morning coffee and downhill to the dining room. Following…

I’m thinking fly in early to Seattle , take the train that afternoon and spend two nights in Vancouver. For some reason , I’m just not comfortable doing only an overnight. Never know what might happen. On the other hand hotels are crazy expensive in Vancouver compared to Galveston , Tx

Wow thank you for sharing! Looks like the perfect day!

Hi everyone, We booked Kogingsdam from Vancouver in 2024. I would like to use my Southwest airline Companion pass into Seattle. Has anyone taken the Amtrak Cascades into Vancouver? Or would it be better to take a Canadian Airline flight? I don’t mind the time on the train. Just thought the scenery might be nice.

Is smoking on your balcony permitted?

Wow what a great review! I've bookmarked so I can watch it several times before next July. Thank you for taking the time to do this for everyone,

I love it! "Cave Dweller". I sure hope it will be a nice enough space. We have only done inside once before. I will need to return a car rental so I'm guessing not too much before noon. Do you know if we board after the MD closes, can we get anything to eat before dinner time? I'm also guessing that the buffet area is open all the time. Thanks

Thank you so much. That is great news about HAL not locking the hallway doors until all cabins are ready. That makes "carry on" so much easier. Just out of curiosity , is this a HAL ship or another line. Because this happens all the time on RC and Carnival.

Oh No, That is awful. Our next cruise is July 2024 for our 39th anniversary. My husband is retired so we usually cruise in May. However, with Alaska and our anniversary, I picked July. Non school out is usually our go too also.

Thank you Ruth, that was the explanation I was looking for. Carnival will turn you away or so they say if you arrive earlier than you are assigned to. At least that is the case with the door monitor in Galveston. LOL I'm sure I will get a late time because we have an inside cabin. I don't sleep every well and need it to be pitch black. Also, I figured we would be up on deck most of the time. We always book the balcony category but never use it. Our last cruise was in May on the Allure of the Seas and I swear I didn't sit in the chair at all. I stood outside for 5 min or so, but that was it. Well, at least this time around I don't have to get up and run to the computer. I'll let HAL do all the work for me. Thanks for answering.

I took advantage of the $1.00 deposit day and booked the Eurodam for July 2024. We also don't need shopping malls or go karts. Just beautiful ports and cooking anything that doesn't involve me! I'm on vacation!

I looked on July 11th and the only Alaska cruise was in April/May. Nothing else was released for $1.00. I was able to select a July 2024! Would have also liked to book one for 2025 but didn't happen.

wow, maybe I'm waisting my time searching for an answer to a question I have. We have never cruised with HAL. With other cruise lines, as soon as they release your docs , you sign up for a boarding time. If they release the docs at midnight, you better be online at midnight to get an early time. Looking for information on HAL and the way that you get your boarding time. Is it assigned or do you select? Thanks for the help.

Would any local or maybe a local travel agent have an idea of when The Edgewater opens its books for July 2024? I've booked my cruise, and I'm excited to stay at the Edgewater. However it seems blacked out from June 2024 and beyond. Thanks for all your help. Reading anything on the boards about Seattle right now.

Thank you guys for all the help. We decided to do the Seattle RD trip because I'm hoping to get the SW companion pass into Seattle. Also if we enjoy the cruise, next time I want to book the one way with extra few days in the interior of Alaska. HAL has so many different ones. Booked on the Eurodam in July 20204

New to HAL. Never been to Alaska. Trying to make some Alaska decisions. Pros and Cons of Vancouver vs Seattle Round trip? We are from Texas, so I’m assuming flying into Seattle would be cheaper. Has anyone taken the Amtrak from Seattle to Vancouver? If you fly into Vancouver, what airline did you use. Not really interested in having HAL book our airfare. Thanks for the help.

Wow what can I say. I jumped back on CC to find more information about the Kongsingdam and Alaska, and I found you! No it was NOT boring. Thank you for posting. We have never sailed with HAL before or been to Alaska. Soaking up information like a sponge. Couple of quick questions. 1. You talked about going through customs or immigration at boarding time. Is this different because you start in Vancouver vs Seattle? Going back and forth between a Seattle vs Vancouver Round trip. 2. What is this orange room or club, is it a speciality dining room? 3. Question about renting the car. We have cruised many times and we have always booked our excursions not booked through the ship. For some reason, I’m sure it’s just the unknown, but I’m more worried about doing this on our own. Making it back to port in time. Don’t want to be running down the pier. Anyway, did you feel totally comfortable driving to the lake and back. Would love to do more interior site seeing. No desire for shop at Diamonds International! Thank you once again for your great review.

Sorry this will be my first booking with HAL. Are you guys saying next week there will be deposits of only $1.00? We want to book a July 2024 cruise. Our anniversary is in a few days, so our 2023 gift will be the booking and 2024 gift will be the cruise. Win win! I just haven’t pulled the trigger yet.

We have always docked at Mahogany , it was a walk but I’m not in the best of shape and it’s nothing worth worrying about. Once outside the gate , it’s easy to spot their shirts. They will group a few couples together and you might have to wait a few minutes for others. Last time it was rainy or had rained that morning, I stepped right in a road pot hole and was covered in mud. Didn’t ruin my day, because I knew were I was going! We did not add on the sloths. So much to see and do Remember it might rain, but the sun always comes out! Have fun!

Following , Can’t wait to hear what you experienced. We love the port stop and it’s all because of Little French Key Resort. We have been back many times. Pick up is easy, and they will make sure you leave in plenty of time to get back on board. We have not been back since Covid and can’t wait for our return visit in May. Just want to add that I also agree with other replies , that we would not miss all the exotic animals. Location, Location, Location … the place is heavenly.

We purchased the unlimited dining so we don’t have to pick. No main dining room for us this trip. You will love whatever you decide on.