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Rotterdam: Top 12 Tips, Shortcuts, and Secrets (Holland America)

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Other · Winter · 10 nights

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we sailed on the hulled America Rotterdam for 10 nights in December 2022.

the paper schedule was great for a quick overview of activity names and venue opening hours

we greatly preferred going to gelato where four ounces of gelato with two toppings cost just two dollars

the event was very popular so we recommend arriving early if you want to grab a seat

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check the Holland America app in addition to the printed daily program
Walk along the starboard side to avoid getting stuck on deck 2 or 3
Check the Holland America app for helpful restaurant menus
Put your hand behind your cup when using the ice or water machine
Check out the canaletta restaurant seating area for extra buffet seating
Check out gelato on Deck 9 midship for a reasonably priced cool treat

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing all scheduled activitiesCheck the Holland America app in addition to the printed daily program
Getting stuck while walking on certain decksWalk along the starboard side to avoid getting stuck on deck 2 or 3
Finding available seating at the buffetCheck out the canaletta restaurant seating area for extra buffet seating

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top tips for sailing on the Holland America Rotterdam?
QHow can I make the most of daily activities on the Rotterdam?
QWhere are the entertainment and food venues located on the ship?
QHow can I avoid getting stuck while walking on certain decks?
QWhere can I find helpful restaurant menus?

Topics Covered

Dining Buffet3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

We sailed on the Holland America Rotterdam for 10 nights in December 2022. If you follow these 12 tips, you’ll likely enjoy sailing on her as much as we did. 0:00 - Introduction 0:33 - Daily Activities Difference 1:09 - Entertainment & Food 1:52 - Stay Starboard 2:12 - Helpful Menus 3:01 - Awkward Drink Machines 3:28 - Extra Buffet Seating 3:56 - Cool Treat 4:32 - Late-Night Snack 5:12 - Grand Dutch Cafe 5:47 - Chocolate Surprise 6:14 - Orange Party 6:59 - The Game Room 7:29 - BONUS: Ship's Coins MORE HOLLAND AMERICA ROTTERDAM https://www.thejellybeans.net/cruise-ship-holland-america-rotterdam.php OUR FACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/thejellybeans OFFICIAL MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-jelly-beans #TheJellyBeans #HollandAmerica #Rotterdam