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Just home from 2 weeks on the Noordam. After reading some of this post and others before we left, I was a little concerned. Absolutely no need for that concern! The carpet was spotless and properly stretched; no holes in curtains or furniture. The entire ship was clean and in good condition, although our balcony furniture could have been fresher. We had a wonderful time on a wonderful, albeit not new, ship. I have no hesitation in a strong positive recommendation. I’m happy to answer any questions!

 

 

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We are Booked in a Neptune Suite on deck 6 as well. Can you post any pictures for us?

Every cruise line has its own standards, styles, techniques, idiosyncrasies, traditions and other characteristics that are unique. It has been suggested that we set up a sticky thread for folks who are new to Holland America but not necessarily new cruisers. Contributions by folks who have sailed on other lines as well as on HAL would be appreciated.

 

This thread is not intended to replace individual threads discussing specific issues. Rather it is intended to point out things that might be helpful to those who are cruising on Holland America for the first time.

 

My favorite user manuals for computers and associated software are the "Dummies" series, so that's the title I chose for this thread.

 

By the way, thus is not intended to replace the HAL Facts thread which has a different purpose.

 

Here's a thread on the First Time Cruisers board that may give you some ideas...but make sure your posts are specific to HAL. "I wish I knew before..."

Hi, I have never cruised on Holland America. We are looking forward to our cruise on the Noordam. I just want to know what prior cruisers think of the Speciality Dining Rooms vs the Regular Dining Room. We have booked the speciality night called"RUDY'S" - a French night speciality at the Pinnacle. Also has any one dined at the Italian restaurant? We are dining one night at the Pinnacle as the Steak and Seafood restaurant. Also, does the main dining room change every night or just certain items change evey night? Thanks in advance for any replies.

Diane

Cruising for a week (Seward to Vancouver) after a week on land in Alaska

Have cruise lines cancelled trips in order to put a ship in dry dock?

When I looked at deck plans for the Noordam, there were two listed online........one before May 2018 and one after May, 2018. So I assume the ship is going into drydock sometime in May, 2018. We have a cruise June 10, 2018 on the Noordam and are excited to see the new furnishings, bedding, carpet, etc.