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First Day Experience on Holland America's Nieuw Statendam

The Wanderfull Life Travels
The Wanderfull Life Travels
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👁️ 5K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 33:17
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Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCruise Vlog🥈Expert Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Winter · 7 nightsFrom Fort LauderdaleFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Miscommunication, confusion, and a downright dangerous situation marked our first day aboard Holland America's Nieuw Statendam cruise to the Caribbean.

We've been on multiple cruise lines now um getting through line wasn't awful but they didn't there were no signs telling you where you needed to go in order to embark on the ship so that was a little confusing.

The most dangerous part of it is Deanna has an allergy to asparagus and when we ordered our dinners... the dish comes with asparagus so Deana made it clear I am very allergic to asparagus can you substitute it.

After sway was amazing we really enjoyed ourselves during sway it was beautiful we met this really nice couple we were talking to them um entertainment we went to the Rolling Stone bar.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Upgrade your drink package at an uncrowded bar to avoid long lines on embarkation day.
Double-check all orders with staff, as service errors were common on the first day.
Carry allergy medication and be proactive about communicating allergies to dining staff.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating a new cruise line's processesResearch ahead and be patient, as staff may be new or processes differ.
Allergy management on boardCommunicate allergies clearly and carry medication, as mistakes can happen.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the first day experience like on Holland America's Nieuw Statendam?
QHow does Holland America's embarkation process compare to other cruise lines?
QWhat are the dining and service issues on the first day of a Holland America cruise?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Amber Cove1½ Happy Bacon
Fort Lauderdale
Grand Turk1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Miscommunication, confusion, and a downright dangerous situation marked our first day aboard Holland America's Nieuw Statendam cruise to the Caribbean. Watch as we navigate a new cruise line and all of it's embarkation day chaos, but still make the best of it all. We begin our day arriving at Ft. Lauderdale's Port Everglades to board the ship, pass through check-in and security, then make the ever-exciting walk up the gangway to Nieuw Statendam! We'll give you a tour of our interior cruise cabin and all of it's amenities. Then head up to the lido deck to watch a majestic sail away as we head to our first port of call! Watch as we navigate the complexities of upgrading our drink package. We'll dine at Grand Dutch Cafe for lunch, and encounter some serious miscommunication. Our dinner at The Main Dining Room is nearly marred by a dangerous disregard of Deanna's allergy issues. We conclude the evening with entertainment at Rolling Stone Rock Room, World Stage, and BB King's Blues Club. Become a Wanderer! Click on This Link Become a Channel Member! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9B2HIZmrj4E2ffTHknQ2Qg/join https://www.youtube.com/@TheWanderfullLifeTravels?sub_confirmation=1 * OUR AMAZON AFFILIATE LINKS * [Links with * are affiliate links, the prices do not change on your end, but we do receive a small commission.] Our Camera DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo Https://amzn.to/4n2MD06 * Our Backup Camera DJI Osmo Pocket 2 Https://amzn.to/4n2g3LN * Our Action/Underwater Camera DJI Osmo Action 4 Https://amzn.to/4mGTMTR * Our Camera Tripod ULANZI MT-44 Extendable Phone Tripod 59” Selfie Stick Vlog Stand Https://amzn.to/3HuS2xQ * Our SD Card Video Storage Cards Amazon Basics 256GB microSDXC Card with Adapter Https://amzn.to/45MTvYf * Our Customizable Beach Bag Https://amzn.to/3JuVyJ4 * The Clothing Wrinkle Reducer We Use Downy Wrinkle Release Spray, Travel Size 3-Pack Https://amzn.to/4fVagW3 * #hollandamerica #hollandamericaline #nieuwstatendam #caribbeancruise #worldstage #bbking #porteverglades #fortlauderdale #embarkation #embarkationday