Javaholic Posted August 5, 2018 #1 Share Posted August 5, 2018 The one thread that keeps getting resurrected is quite old. We are on the Oosterdam next month. I would love current information on the ship...any tips, current pricing for laundry (Europe), etc. Anything that might be helpful. How badly do the pillows suck...LOL. I can’t bring mine with. I have an unobstructed ocean view guarantee, so no specific cabin as of yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reagan0712 Posted August 5, 2018 #2 Share Posted August 5, 2018 It’s in fine shape. I found the pillows too soft so our wonderful steward, Andy, brought me a harder pillow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules71 Posted August 5, 2018 #3 Share Posted August 5, 2018 I am interested in learning more about this ship as well. Still considering, but if we book it would be our first on Holland America after many, many Royal Caribbean cruises and one Celebrity. HA just seems to have so much more of the itineraries that I am looking for... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MajMom96 Posted August 5, 2018 #4 Share Posted August 5, 2018 I am interested in learning more about this ship as well. Still considering, but if we book it would be our first on Holland America after many, many Royal Caribbean cruises and one Celebrity. HA just seems to have so much more of the itineraries that I am looking for... If you like RC, you’ll also like HAL. I would equate HAL with Celebrity. So I agree, HAL has more interesting itineraries so if that’s what you’re looking for, give HAL a try. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROBERTEVANOVER Posted August 5, 2018 #5 Share Posted August 5, 2018 We will be sailing September- please keep your observations and if possible post dry dock pictures coming [emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonora5 Posted August 5, 2018 #6 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Yes, we are sailing in October and would appreciate updates. How is the Fleur de Sel dinner? Worth booking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twentyknots Posted August 5, 2018 #7 Share Posted August 5, 2018 We had a wonderful time on the Oosterdam last November. She was in great condition. We had our first Neptune cabin (5190) and loved every minute of it. So much that we have booked her again for next June in Alaska. Same cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Javaholic Posted August 6, 2018 Author #8 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Thanks everyone, so far. Especially the pillow tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules71 Posted August 6, 2018 #9 Share Posted August 6, 2018 If you like RC, you’ll also like HAL. I would equate HAL with Celebrity. So I agree, HAL has more interesting itineraries so if that’s what you’re looking for, give HAL a try. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thanks for your feedback! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjarrett7 Posted August 7, 2018 #10 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Following! I keep hoping to see something different than that old thread that keeps popping up. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules71 Posted August 7, 2018 #11 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Maybe a few questions will help get more discussion... What are some of the “not to be missed” activities, areas, etc.? What tips would you give a friend that is sailing Oosterdam for the first time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjarrett7 Posted August 8, 2018 #12 Share Posted August 8, 2018 Maybe a few questions will help get more discussion... What are some of the “not to be missed” activities, areas, etc.? What tips would you give a friend that is sailing Oosterdam for the first time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums I asked this question when I first booked and a very lovely person shared some photos of their recent trip. I was surprising my daughter with this cruise for her birthday and I was able to give these photos as a gift Photos fromOosterdam's recent dry dock? https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2632590 Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Javaholic Posted August 8, 2018 Author #13 Share Posted August 8, 2018 Thanks for the link - great pictures & info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTcruisenut Posted August 8, 2018 #14 Share Posted August 8, 2018 Maybe a few questions will help get more discussion... What are some of the “not to be missed” activities, areas, etc.? What tips would you give a friend that is sailing Oosterdam for the first time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums We are on the Oosteram next March...............yes, please fill us in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules71 Posted August 8, 2018 #15 Share Posted August 8, 2018 I asked this question when I first booked and a very lovely person shared some photos of their recent trip. I was surprising my daughter with this cruise for her birthday and I was able to give these photos as a gift Photos fromOosterdam's recent dry dock? https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2632590 Sent from my iPad using Forums Thank you for the link! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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