jazncruiser Posted October 14, 2007 #1 Share Posted October 14, 2007 :rolleyes: I was thinkining about the little things that made our first cruise special way back in time. One of the best things was the lotion HAL had in the cabins. They have changed it to a "bulk" lotion that comes out of a 55 gal drum.:( I know this has been talked about in the past and probably beat to death, but I miss that stuff! Maybe if we all protest and go on a "cruise hunger strike" HAL would bring it back. Just a idea:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bepsf Posted October 14, 2007 #2 Share Posted October 14, 2007 :rolleyes: I was thinkining about the little things that made our first cruise special way back in time. One of the best things was the lotion HAL had in the cabins. They have changed it to a "bulk" lotion that comes out of a 55 gal drum.:( I know this has been talked about in the past and probably beat to death, but I miss that stuff! Maybe if we all protest and go on a "cruise hunger strike" HAL would bring it back. Just a idea:D I'm confused - you mean the old Royal Dutch lotion? I didn't think that was available at all - it was discontinued in favor of the Elemis products. And HAL has never used dispensers for soaps, shampoos and lotions in their cabins like some other cruiselines - They provide nice little individual bottles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakalina Posted October 14, 2007 #3 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Maybe the OP means that wonderul ginger lotion in the little pink bottles. I did like the way that smelled. But the Elemis is a better product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bepsf Posted October 14, 2007 #4 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Maybe the OP means that wonderul ginger lotion in the little pink bottles. I did like the way that smelled. But the Elemis is a better product. Ginger Lotion? Pink Bottles? That's been a looooong time ago... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted October 14, 2007 #5 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I really prefer the Roydal Dutch products!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakalina Posted October 14, 2007 #6 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Ginger Lotion? Pink Bottles? That's been a looooong time ago... Ooops, still have some and checked my bottle. Ginseng lotion ( close :o ). It has the HAL logo on the bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted October 14, 2007 #7 Share Posted October 14, 2007 55 gallon drum? :confused: Never heard of such a thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakalina Posted October 14, 2007 #8 Share Posted October 14, 2007 55 gallon drum? :confused: Never heard of such a thing. Ruth: Isn't that how you get your chocolate??? :confused: :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 14, 2007 #9 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I love the Elemis products. I think the shower soap very moisturizing and nice; love the shampoo and body lotion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhannah Posted October 14, 2007 #10 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Remember during the switch from Royal Dutch to Elemis how they put out the Thymes Eucalyptus products that are used on Princess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted October 14, 2007 #11 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Ruth: Isn't that how you get your chocolate??? :confused: :D :o The neighbors are getting testy about all the delivery trucks on a residential street. :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ger_77 Posted October 14, 2007 #12 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I still like the Royal Dutch lotion - there is a house brand of lotion by Shoppers Drug Mart that has a similar scent, and every time I put it on I'm reminded of being back onboard a HAL ship. I sure wish the Royal Dutch lotion was still available. Smooth Sailing! :) :) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazncruiser Posted October 15, 2007 Author #13 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I loved that lotion. I was so disappointed when they discontinued it. I also like the shampoo and conditioner better. Wish they still had it! Patti Noordam 10/20/07 (YAHOO!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjb415 Posted October 15, 2007 #14 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I'm a big fan of the both the Royal Dutch and Elemis products - Asamara Cruises provides Elemis shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer in sizes that are about 3 times the size of those on Holland America. Although no shower gel. :( I remember a great smelling soap used by Holland America in the 80's. All it said on the box was 'French Milled Soap' with the Holland America logo. I've only found one hotel offer a similar smelling soap since those times. Happy Sailing Everyone! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 15, 2007 #15 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Our one and only cruise on Noordam III, they provided us with Gucci bath products. What a treat! They were luscious. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jade13 Posted October 15, 2007 #16 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I love the sharp shower gel!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joedebnh Posted October 15, 2007 #17 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Last cruise there were 3 - 55 gallon drums in our bathroom shower area. Shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion. We were unable to take a shower the entire cruise. In addition, when I attempted to get a handful of body lotion to give my Dear Wife a massage, I sprained my back. I have contacted our attorney to request a rebate or compensation for mental pain and discomfort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INSIDERS CABIN Posted October 15, 2007 #18 Share Posted October 15, 2007 The ginseng body lotion in the little blue-capped bottle, with the bordered picture of a liner sailing thru the turquoise blue sea creating a shallow wake around the ship??? I still have one ancient bottle, half-full, slightly yellowed, tucked away for posterity. Yes, the scent is still pleasantly reminiscient of long-ago on HAL! The new Elemis products are nice too, but I miss the originals! Weren't the chocolates bigger way back then too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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