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Nieuw Amsterdam: Top 10 Tips, Shortcuts, and Secrets (Holland America)

Cruise Tips by The Jelly Beans - Videos
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👁️ 129K views📅 8 years ago⏱️ 8:36
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Creator's Key Takeaways

We had a great time sailing on the Holland America New Amsterdam in the spring of 2018

We only saw a handful of people every time we ventured up to deck 12

The food was available starting at 10:30 every night early in our cruise very few people knew about the buffet

Creator's Tips & Advice

Climb up to deck 12 to avoid crowds while sunbathing
Use forward or aft elevators if time is an issue
Choose your balcony carefully for privacy
Enjoy the complimentary afternoon tea and the pinnacle grill
Head to the casino area for the chocolate surprise parade
Check your TV for the Lido buffet menus before heading to the buffet

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting lost on the shipDirectional signage is plentiful, so you never feel lost
Long lines for late-night buffetLine moves quickly, and menu changes each night

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to avoid crowds on the ship
QHow to navigate the ship's layout and elevators efficiently
QHow to find private balcony options
QWhere to enjoy complimentary afternoon tea
QHow to get chocolate treats during the gala evening

Topics Covered

Dining Buffet4 Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconShip Condition3 Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony3 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

We had a great time sailing on the Holland America New Amsterdam in the spring of 2018, following its refurbishment in late 2017. If you follow these ten tips, you’ll likely enjoy sailing on her as much as we did. 0:00 - Introduction 0:24 - Avoiding the Crowds 2:11 - Watch Your Step 2:35 - Faster Elevators 3:14 - Not-So-Private Balcony 3:37 - Afternoon Tea 4:30 - Chocolate Surprise 5:06 - TV (Food) Menus 5:46 - Late Night Snacks 6:31 - Awkward Drink Machines 7:04 - Stay Informed 7:46 - BONUS: Ship Coins Hunt More Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam Cruise Tips and Info: https://www.thejellybeans.net/cruise-ship-holland-america-nieuw-amsterdam.php #TheJellyBeans