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Pros and Cons of Holland America Koningsdam | Honest Review

Josh and Rachael
Josh and Rachael
Casual
👁️ 43K views📅 9 months ago⏱️ 23:36
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Creator's Key Takeaways

We ended up getting this as a free casino offer originally. Free. Yeah, it wasn't truly free, but uh it was basically through Win Las Vegas and then we did a tier match, offer match that got us into a veranda room for a deeply discounted price.

The room itself. Walking in is tight. extremely tight. They have your closet and storage on the right hand side. They have your bathroom on the left hand side. And it's just it's tight fit.

One of the coolest things I found on this ship was the option to order some quick casual bites from the ery called New York Eats or the pizzeria called New York Eats and the burger place called Dive In.

The overall vibe of the ship I would say it surprised me. We were kind of expecting a little bit more hoidy toy much older crowd and we probably were middle of the road age.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Look for the specific veranda room code on deck four for an extended balcony.
Pre-order casual bites from New York Eats or Dive In via the app for convenience.
Bring ID and possibly a passport for excursions, as encouraged by the ship.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Room tightness and storageThere is surprising storage; use sneaky spots like drawers under the bed and closets with multiple hangers and shelves.
Formal night dress codeDon't worry; the crowd is casual, and you won't feel out of place in regular attire.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the pros and cons of sailing on Holland America's Koningsdam?
QIs the ship suitable for a first-time Holland America cruiser?
QHow does the dining and entertainment compare to other cruise lines?

Topics Covered

Dining Main2½ Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Sad BaconEntertainment Shows1 Sad BaconEntertainment Nightlife3 Happy BaconEmbarkation2 Sad BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconShip Condition1 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2 Happy Bacon

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