FAR EAST HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISE ON THE WESTERDAM
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What This Creator Said
1½ Happy Bacon
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❤️ Best for CoupleAsia · Spring · 28 nightsFrom SingaporeVeteran Cruiser
Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.
Creator's Key Takeaways
It was a great cruise, but there were some issues.
The food was excellent.
They ran out of Laphroaig. Now that's a crime against humanity.
It was still an amazing cruise with remarkable ports of call.
Creator's Tips & Advice
✓Book excursions early for popular ports.
✓Consider the premium drink package but be aware of potential availability issues.
✓Use Grab or e-trike taxis for local transport in Asian ports.
🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:
Log in issues with Navigator app and ship's Wi-Fi — Address early in the cruise as it can become a significant problem.
Questions This Creator Answers
QWhat was the experience on a 28-day Far East cruise on Holland America's Westerdam?
QWhat are the ports of call and highlights of the itinerary?
QWhat issues did the creator face with wine and spirits availability?
Topics Covered
Dining Bars Drinks4 Sad BaconExcursions3½ Happy BaconLoyalty Program2½ Happy BaconService Crew1 Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy Bacon
Port Highlights
Boracay4½ Happy Bacon
Cam Ranh2 Happy Bacon
Top: bike trip out of Nha Trang
Da Nang2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Holland America excursion for rickshaw ride
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About our Bacon Score methodologyYouTube Video Description↓
We took a 28 Day Far East cruise with Holland America - sailing from Singapore to Yokohama on the Westerdam. I describe the Westerdam, our itinerary and Ports of Call, and talk about a problem we had with wine and spirits availability on our cruise