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Is a Holland America Cruise for You? | Our Top 6 Things We Liked | 3 Things We'd Change

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πŸ‘οΈ 116K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 18:45

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Editorial Summary

The creators share their experiences after completing twenty-eight consecutive days of cruising on three different Holland America ships. They highlight several positive aspects of the line, including the classy and upscale decor that avoids a theme park atmosphere. The pool environments are described as relaxing and high quality, featuring real plants and a convenient towel system. In the cabins, they appreciated extra touches like in-room umbrellas, dry bars, and on-demand movies. The quality of the musicians and the high standard of food, both in dining rooms and specialty venues, were noted as major strengths. Additionally, they found the cruise line to be a great value for the price. However, they noted three areas for improvement. They experienced inconsistency regarding vegetarian menu availability and staff communication across different ships. They found the main theater shows to be underwhelming compared to the large production shows found on other lines. Finally, they noted that the ship layout caused music from different venues to bleed together, which limited simultaneous entertainment options. Despite these critiques, the creators conclude that the service is exceptional and would recommend the line to those seeking a classic cruising experience.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Bacon Bliss
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we are back from our latest cruise on the rotterdam and uh that makes uh 28 consecutive days cruised on board holland america over three different ships

food quality overall it is by far uh a big plus on haul in america yeah you'll be hard-pressed to find a bad meal anywhere on the ship that it is excellent food

price is a a big plus when you can get that type of experience for for that value then how can you go wrong

all in all wonderful experience would we do holland america again absolutely oh without a doubt

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Consider Holland America for a classic, upscale cruise experience with great food and service.
βœ“Be aware that vegetarian menu consistency may vary across ships; advocate for your preference if needed.
βœ“If you prefer a cruise with water slides and activities for younger children, this may not be the best choice.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Vegetarian menu consistency β€” Advocate for your preference early; it may require extra effort to set up.
Entertainment options for younger crowds β€” Holland America is geared toward mature cruisers; not ideal for families seeking water slides and kid-focused activities.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs a Holland America cruise right for me?
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QWhat are the things to know before booking?

Topics Covered

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