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Alaska Cruise Begins! Boarding Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam in Whittier

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👁️ 9K views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 17:24
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❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Summer · 7 nightsFrom WhittierVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are very excited to go and see new ports and things we've just never seen before.

The journey from Anchorage to Whittier takes you along Turnig again arm and provides some of the most outstanding scenery that you'll see in Alaska.

Day one on the new Amsterdam was a wonderful time.

They are without question one of the best lounge bands we have ever seen while cruising.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Sit on the right side of the bus for the best views from Anchorage to Whittier.
Consider booking transportation to Whittier through Holland America.
Be aware of the mini bar charges in your cabin.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Transportation to WhittierBook through Holland America or consider the Alaska Railroad Glacier Discovery Train.
Cabin view obstructionChoose an obstructed view room if you want a lower price, as it still provides some light and view.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the boarding process like for a Holland America cruise from Whittier?
QWhat are the views like on the bus ride from Anchorage to Whittier?
QWhat is the cabin like on the Nieuw Amsterdam?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconCabin Interior3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4½ Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Whittier4½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Our Alaska cruise begins in the tiny port of Whittier aboard the Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam—but this embarkation day was far from ordinary. From jaw-dropping glacier views before we even set sail to a few unexpected surprises onboard, day one had us hooked. Watch to see why sailing from Whittier might just be Alaska’s most spectacular cruise departure. Hubbard Glacier and Glacier Bay Day! 👉 Click HERE: https://youtu.be/Dg91skYC6OE V I D E O S T O W A T C H N E X T👉 Click HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYHnp2zo4PNcxQRNr7ejwQ12Mn1T0-a92 If you’ve enjoyed this video please give it a 👍 ! If you are new to our channel, please Subscribe and ring the notification 🔔 for all of our upcoming videos! Visit our Amazon Storefront to shop all our favorite cruise essentials and gear up for your next adventure at sea! https://www.amazon.com/shop/wanderinghewitts Disclosure: As Amazon associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. Email us for any questions or Inquires: WanderingHewitts@gmail.com 📸 Follow Us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/wanderinghewitts Follow Us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/WanderingHewitts/ Support our Channel! https://venmo.com/u/wanderinghewitts Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:23 Anchorage Airport to Whittier Cruise Port 02:14 Boarding Hollard America Nieuw Amsterdam 03:27 Room Tour 07:29 Sailaway 11:18 Main Dining Room Dinner 15:35 Evening Entertainment 17:10 Outro **DISCLAIMER:** The WanderingHewitts Channel is for entertainment purposes only. Use of the information within the video, post, or comments is to your own risk. Wandering Hewitts has no affiliation to/with any Cruise Line in any way. WanderingHewitts is not a Travel Agent or Travel Representative, and therefore no commentary made within the video, post, or comments should be taken as formal advice or as factual information. All Video is the sole property of Wandering Hewitts and cannot be used without permission. #alaska #alaskacruise #hollandamerica