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Cruising on HAL's Rotterdam (Part 2) & Festival Season in Puerto Rico

The Informed Traveler Podcast
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👁️ 3 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 41:30
What This Creator Said
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👫 Best for GroupCaribbean · Fall · 12 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

it's a destination because you know there was nights that they had um musical trivia that was kind of fun

it's Safety First they're not doing it for any other reason other than keeping um Travelers safe

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider the Have It All package for specialty dining
Bring mosquito repellent and sunscreen for excursions
Check the menu and consider costs for specialty restaurants
Be aware of automatic daily tips and other onboard charges

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected charges onboardReview all costs, consider packages, and ask guest services to adjust tips if needed

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the highlights of a Holland America cruise in the Caribbean?
QWhat should travelers know about costs and packages on board?
QHow does itinerary change affect the cruise experience?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty3½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconPool Deck3 Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cartagena3 Happy Bacon
Top: Cartagena City Tour
Costa Rica4 Happy Bacon
Top: Rainforest and Canal Boat Ride
Grand Cayman1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2111088/fan_mail/new) Travel expert Onanta Forbes is back from her group cruise sailing in the Caribbean onboard Holland America's Rotterdam, so on this week's podcast we'll check in with her to get the highlights. Plus, festival season is about to begin in Puerto Rico with celebrations beginning the day after US Thanksgiving in November and culminating with Fiesta de la Calle San Sebastián on January 20th. So we'll get some insight on that. And Ken Stewart from Crowfoot Travel Solutions will be along with a few destination ideas and travel deals with our Weekly Roundup. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/randyu)