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Holland America Did Something No Other Cruise Line Has | Koningsdam Review

Zach the Traveling Man
Zach the Traveling Man
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πŸ‘οΈ 26K viewsπŸ“… 3 weeks ago⏱️ 17:20
What This Creator Said
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Alaska Β· Summer Β· 7 nightsFrom VancouverVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This trip completely changed how I think about this cruise line.

This might be some of the best food I've ever had at sea.

I don't think any other cruise line is doing Alaska better than Holland America is.

Out of 49 cruises, this might be one of the strongest overall service experiences that I've had.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“If you go to Skagway, take the White Pass Railway.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Demographic/Boredom β€” An older demographic does not mean boring; they have trivia, comedy, and full production shows.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Holland America worth it?
QIs Holland America good?
QIs Holland America the best cruise line for an Alaska cruise?
QHow does Holland America compare to Celebrity Cruises?

Topics Covered

Dining Main4Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty2Β½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4Β½ Happy BaconEntertainment Casino1 Sad BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconWifi Connectivity4Β½ Happy BaconService Crew5 Happy BaconShip Condition3Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Vancouver
Icy Strait Point
Skagway4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: White Pass Railway
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YouTube Video Description↓

In this Holland America cruise review, I'm giving you my full brutally honest review of the Holland America Koningsdam after 7 days sailing Alaska. After 48 cruises on nearly every major cruise line, I finally sailed Holland America for the very first time, and the Holland America Koningsdam completely surprised me. Is Holland America worth it? Is Holland America good? Is Holland America the best cruise line for an Alaska cruise? How does Holland America compare to Celebrity Cruises? I'm answering all of those questions and more in this complete Holland America Koningsdam cruise review, covering everything from Holland America food, Holland America entertainment, Holland America service, the Holland America Have It All package, and whether the Holland America Koningsdam lives up to the hype! πŸ”— Shore Excursions Group: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1349488 🚒 THE SHIP The Holland America Koningsdam is a Pinnacle Class ship launched in 2016 as the first and oldest of Holland America's three Pinnacle Class vessels. She holds up to 2,650 guests and just came out of dry dock before this sailing, making this the perfect time to experience the Koningsdam. Is the Holland America Koningsdam worth sailing? Watch to find out! 🍽️ WHAT I COVER IN THIS HOLLAND AMERICA REVIEW: Holland America Koningsdam ship tour and first impressions Holland America Koningsdam veranda stateroom review Holland America food review: main dining room, Grand Dutch Cafe, New York Deli, Dive-In, Rudi's Sel de Mer, and Pinnacle Grill Holland America Have It All package: is it worth it? Holland America entertainment: Music Walk, BB King's Blues Club, Rolling Stone Lounge, Billboard Onboard, and World Stage Theater Holland America Alaska program, the best Alaska cruise experience at sea? Holland America service, is it really as good as people say? Holland America Koningsdam final STEPS score and honest verdict 🌊 THE HOLLAND AMERICA KONINGSDAM ALASKA CRUISE ITINERARY Embarkation: Vancouver, Canada Juneau, Alaska: whale watching, Mendenhall Glacier Skagway, AlaskaL White Pass Railway into the Yukon Endicott Arm / Dawes Glacier: scenic glacier sailing Ketchikan, Alaska: lumberjack show, walkable waterfront Disembarkation: Vancouver, Canada Is Holland America the best cruise line for an Alaska cruise? After this experience, I have a very strong opinion on that and I share it all in this video. πŸ’° HOW MUCH DID THIS HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISE COST? Originally booked as an inside stateroom for ~$2,400 solo Upgraded to a veranda stateroom for an additional $420 Have It All package included: drink package, specialty dining credit, $100 shore excursion credit, and Wi-Fi Total all-in: approximately $2,800 for a 7-night Alaska cruise on Holland America πŸ“Ί MORE VIDEOS FROM THIS HOLLAND AMERICA ALASKA CRUISE Holland America Koningsdam Full Cruise Vlog β†’ https://youtu.be/QKM8As10hzs Holland America Koningsdam Alaska Shore Excursions β†’ https://youtu.be/h11FIu6lmVc #HollandAmerica #Koningsdam #cruise ------ 0:00 - Introduction 1:12 - Ship Review 5:56 - Food Review 9:08 - Entertainment Review 11:29 - Ports Review 13:09 - Service Review 15:40 - Final Overall Rating