AtlantaCruiser72 Posted June 15, 2019 #276 Share Posted June 15, 2019 2 hours ago, Krazy Kruizers said: Just got caught up on everything. No totes?? Another cut back?? 2 hours ago, Cruising-along said: I don't know about the Amsterdam, but we definitely had totes the first week of June on the Westerdam... It could be a supply chain issue and Amsterdam just did not get re-supplied before the first Alaska cruise of the season, or they could be phasing them out and individual ships using up any stores they have until they run out .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moriah Posted June 15, 2019 #277 Share Posted June 15, 2019 If the tote bags were not delivered the evening before the first port, I doubt if they are coming this late in the cruise. Well, I guess we'll all just have to wait and see if this is indeed a cut-back, or if it was an isolated issue, as someone mentioned, of Amsterdam simply not having stock. I love having my big collection of totes in the trunk of my car to use for shopping. About half are the old white canvas, and half the new navy blue ones. I don't hate the new ones as much as everyone else seems to. They work great for groceries and remind me of cruising.... Thanks for the review of the Beatles act. That sounds like something I would really enjoy. I hope they'll be on Amsterdam in August for us! So sad the end of your cruise is coming... and thanks again for this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted June 16, 2019 #278 Share Posted June 16, 2019 There were no totes on the Zaandam end of May/beginning of June. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sppunk Posted June 16, 2019 #279 Share Posted June 16, 2019 There were no totes on Volendam in late May but I asked our steward the next to last night about them and that night two were on the bed after turndown. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted June 16, 2019 #280 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Now I wish I’d asked. Sometimes I am too passive. Or forgetful. I am passively forgetful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare richwmn Posted June 16, 2019 Author #281 Share Posted June 16, 2019 2 hours ago, sppunk said: There were no totes on Volendam in late May but I asked our steward the next to last night about them and that night two were on the bed after turndown. I got the same service, but no indication as to the reason we didn't have one earlier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tampagirl2 Posted June 16, 2019 #282 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Thanks for this review. We are thinking of booking this ship next year for New England/Canada. Is there an arcade ( video games for kids)? Also is there an indoor pool? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tampagirl2 Posted June 16, 2019 #283 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Sorry, one more question. Is there a kids menu for the MDR? And do you have a copy by chance? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moriah Posted June 16, 2019 #284 Share Posted June 16, 2019 6 hours ago, tampagirl2 said: Thanks for this review. We are thinking of booking this ship next year for New England/Canada. Is there an arcade ( video games for kids)? Also is there an indoor pool? Thanks There is a kids program for all ages up to 17 (different groups)- no arcade. Not sure if there are video games up in the kids' space, but they would have to sign into the program to use them. Yes, the lido pool is completely indoors when weather doesn't allow for opening the roof. (And when weather does permit, it's still "indoors", but open to the sky.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare puppycanducruise Posted June 16, 2019 #285 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Thanks for the review of the Beatles Tribute - I'd like to see that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sansterre Posted June 16, 2019 #286 Share Posted June 16, 2019 On 6/5/2019 at 10:18 PM, richwmn said: Since we don't have the upgraded entertainment system I thought I might mention the movies now showing on the TV. Last night one of the 3 choices was Blended, with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. Tonight: Ch 35: Ant Man and the Wasp Ch 36: A Medea Family Funeral Ch 37: The Miracle (Last night's feature in the Wajang Theater) Is there an option for an Upgraded Entertainment System on the Amsterdam? If so, please give details about what it provides and for what price. Also, wondering if this is something new on all HAL ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zelker Posted June 16, 2019 #287 Share Posted June 16, 2019 No, it's not an option. Vista class ships and above have the upgraded entertainment system where, somewhat similar to your home cable setup, you can pick from a wide range of movies, music, and other entertainment that is "on demand". No longer are you relegated to just the few movies as mentioned above or having to pick through a list of DVDs available to check out at guest services. Also you can see your onboard account, daily menus, and what's going on around the ship. From what I've read, the smaller ships (like Amsterdam) which still have the older TV monitors and DVD players will not be upgraded to flat screens and the entertainment system, at least any time soon as I guess it's quite the undertaking and expense to rewire the ships to accommodate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare richwmn Posted June 16, 2019 Author #288 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Good Morning, Today we are at our last stop, Victoria, BC, Canada We will be in Victoria until 10:30 this evening Entertainment tonight:Ocean Bar: The Ocean Trio plays at 7:45, and 8:45Piano Bar: Wally B plays from 7:45 till closeExplorers's Lounge: Adagio will perform at 7:30, and 8:30Main Stage: No show due to long day in VictoriaMovie: White FangToday's movies on the TV Ch35: Rampage Ch36: Instant Family Ch37: Bohemian RhapsodyHappy Hour: 4:00 - 5:00 in the Ocean Bar and Crow's Nest, 9:45 - 10:45 in the Ocean Bar, 10:00 - 11:00 in the Crow's Nest over the course of the day - Scattagories, Pickleball, Ping Pong, Party Bridge, Mahjong and more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted June 16, 2019 #289 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Can't believe that you are at your last port of call -- Victoria. Lovely city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted June 16, 2019 #290 Share Posted June 16, 2019 11 hours ago, tampagirl2 said: Sorry, one more question. Is there a kids menu for the MDR? And do you have a copy by chance? Thanks! Roger Jett (Crew News) was recently on the Westerdam and has a copy of the Children's menu -- it is the same on all ships. http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/ /1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare puppycanducruise Posted June 16, 2019 #291 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Victoria already. This cruise is going to be over too soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tampagirl2 Posted June 16, 2019 #292 Share Posted June 16, 2019 5 hours ago, Moriah said: There is a kids program for all ages up to 17 (different groups)- no arcade. Not sure if there are video games up in the kids' space, but they would have to sign into the program to use them. Yes, the lido pool is completely indoors when weather doesn't allow for opening the roof. (And when weather does permit, it's still "indoors", but open to the sky.) Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tampagirl2 Posted June 16, 2019 #293 Share Posted June 16, 2019 38 minutes ago, Krazy Kruizers said: Roger Jett (Crew News) was recently on the Westerdam and has a copy of the Children's menu -- it is the same on all ships. http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/ /1 Thank you! I can’t seem to find the kid’s menu on his site? I’ll keep looking. Thanks for the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
echoshipmate Posted June 16, 2019 #294 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Thank you richwmn for all the information you have posted. I know I appreciate all your efforts. My upcoming trip will benefit from your time and efforts. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare terrydtx Posted June 16, 2019 #295 Share Posted June 16, 2019 (edited) 3 hours ago, zelker said: No, it's not an option. Vista class ships and above have the upgraded entertainment system where, somewhat similar to your home cable setup, you can pick from a wide range of movies, music, and other entertainment that is "on demand". Not all Vistas have the upgraded system yet, the Noordam will not have this until its scheduled dry dock this October after the Alaska cruise season. The Noordam still has the small 24" TV on the desk, while Vistas like the Westerdam that have been upgraded have the large 42" wall mounted TV and information system. Edited June 16, 2019 by terrydtx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindaler Posted June 16, 2019 #296 Share Posted June 16, 2019 13 hours ago, tampagirl2 said: Thanks for this review. We are thinking of booking this ship next year for New England/Canada. Is there an arcade ( video games for kids)? Also is there an indoor pool? Thanks I have spoken to several families that found once they were on board there was no kids program. They will need a minimum number of children to have the program. I have never seen video games but haven't looked in the teen room in a few years. I know that there are some rules about the indoor pool including, no swim diapers. Also I believe you can not bring floaty things into the pool, such as lounges or tubes. However a cruise to Alaska provides so many ports to explore it makes up for the children area's on board. You may want to post this on a separate thread so you can get a wider answer from more families. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindaler Posted June 16, 2019 #297 Share Posted June 16, 2019 1 hour ago, echoshipmate said: Thank you richwmn for all the information you have posted. I know I appreciate all your efforts. My upcoming trip will benefit from your time and efforts. Thank you! I too want to thank you for a great report. It takes time and dedication to answer and include all you have done. It will make many future cruisers happy and full of anticipation. I am excited to cruise later this summer on the same ship and ports. Thank you all who have contributed to make this a valuable report. And thank you Rich for taking us along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindaler Posted June 16, 2019 #298 Share Posted June 16, 2019 http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/here/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/HAL-Kids-Menu.pdf Found this for kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
65 Gator Posted June 16, 2019 #299 Share Posted June 16, 2019 I just asked the concierge in the Neptune about the totes. She was VERY apologetic and said they did not get replenished after the World Cruise. She said that they had not been discontinued by HAL... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tampagirl2 Posted June 16, 2019 #300 Share Posted June 16, 2019 1 hour ago, lindaler said: http://www.rogerjett-photography.com/here/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/HAL-Kids-Menu.pdf Found this for kids. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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