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Our first two days onboard Holland America Rotterdam | CruiseReport Vlog

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Caribbean · FallFrom Fort LauderdaleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the second day everything seemed to smooth out things just seemed to go much smoother

Holland America does a very good job in that they have crew members serving people at the buffets

Tamarind and it was excellent very very good it's their Asian restaurant on board and it was even better than I remembered

the evening show of course yesterday was Halloween so a lot of people dressed up in costumes it was pretty amazing

Creator's Tips & Advice

Arrive at embarkation time to avoid long waits in security lines
Use the cruise line's app for Wi-Fi setup, but be patient as it can be quirky
Take advantage of crew-served buffets for a cleaner dining experience

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the first impressions of Holland America Rotterdam?
QHow was the embarkation process?
QWhat is the Wi-Fi setup like on this ship?

Topics Covered

Embarkation½ Sad BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconWifi Connectivity2 Sad BaconDining Buffet3 Happy BaconCabin Balcony2½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3 Happy BaconDining Specialty3½ Happy BaconPort Destination2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Key2 Happy Bacon
Top: Tender to island
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YouTube Video Description

We embark Rotterdam in Fort Lauderdale and spend our first two days onboard. Here are some of our first impressions. Visit our website: https://cruisereport.com Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/cruisereport Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cruisereport CruiseReport.com is a consumer-oriented cruise information website and blog. CruiseReport.com is NOT A TRAVEL AGENCY, nor are we affiliated with any seller of travel. All content is copyright material of PITA, LLC dba CruiseReport.com ******************** * DISCLAIMER * ******************** As professional travel journalists, it is customary and normal for cruise lines to provide complimentary cruise accommodations. Some cruise lines offer additional travel services such as air and/or ground transportation, hotels, etc. It is NOT typical for cruise lines to pay journalists for a review or video. This would be considered a "sponsored" review or video and would be disclosed up-front in the review or video. CruiseReport.com does not give the cruise line(s) any guarantee that a review will be 100% positive. The cruise line has no input as to the editing of a review or video. If we experience a problem or negative situation during a cruise (that we feel is significant or of any consequence), we will report it in our written review or video. If you have questions or comments, please contact us at media@cruisereport.com #hollandamerica #cruisevlog #cruiseship