J Alex's Mom
December 20th, 2008, 05:50 PM
I just wanted to make a quick post about our experience so far on the Eurodam with our 8-year old son.
First of all, check-in was a bit of an experience, to say the least. We arrived around 11:50 at the port. We thought how lucky we were -- there were no crowds. We quickly got through the security scan, filled out our health questionnaires and walked right up to the check-in desk, when suddenly the fire alarm sounded. They rushed everyone outside, back to the curb check-in area. After waiting approximately 30 - 40 minutes, the building was cleared and we, along with everyone else who had arrived in the meantime, were finally allowed back into the building. Unfortunately, we had to go through security AGAIN. It was a mess to say the least. It turns out there was a car fire at the pier beside ours, but they have to check all the buildings, apparently.
The bright side was that when we finally did board the ship, the lido was not crowded at all. The food was great, and the drink service was fast & friendly. I would recommend the lasagna!
Our cabins were available at 1:30. We decided to check out Club Hal's open house. The facilities are very nice -- our son loved Club Hal last year on Westerdam. He is in the 8 -12 year old group. They offer activities from 7 - 10 pm tonight and after care is available from 10 - 12 for a minimal charge of $5 per hour.
After that, we visited our cabin. I was VERY pleased to see that the cabinets over the sofabed were added. I had read here earlier that they were eliminated on the Eurodam. We use those cabinets to store our wine, and I couldn't have been happier to see them!
At 3:00 p.m. we attended the webcam wave coordinated by Lisa. It turned out to be a beautiful afternoon.
We walked through the Silk Den and the Tamarind -- lovely spaces. In fact, I'm writing this as I prepare for our dinner in the Tamarind at 6:00 p.m. I'll post about the food and our son's opinion of Club Hal as time allows.
Also, our ship has been delayed, so while we watch the other ships sail away, ours will not depart until 7:00. Evidently some of our passangers are running behind as a result of travel delays.
First of all, check-in was a bit of an experience, to say the least. We arrived around 11:50 at the port. We thought how lucky we were -- there were no crowds. We quickly got through the security scan, filled out our health questionnaires and walked right up to the check-in desk, when suddenly the fire alarm sounded. They rushed everyone outside, back to the curb check-in area. After waiting approximately 30 - 40 minutes, the building was cleared and we, along with everyone else who had arrived in the meantime, were finally allowed back into the building. Unfortunately, we had to go through security AGAIN. It was a mess to say the least. It turns out there was a car fire at the pier beside ours, but they have to check all the buildings, apparently.
The bright side was that when we finally did board the ship, the lido was not crowded at all. The food was great, and the drink service was fast & friendly. I would recommend the lasagna!
Our cabins were available at 1:30. We decided to check out Club Hal's open house. The facilities are very nice -- our son loved Club Hal last year on Westerdam. He is in the 8 -12 year old group. They offer activities from 7 - 10 pm tonight and after care is available from 10 - 12 for a minimal charge of $5 per hour.
After that, we visited our cabin. I was VERY pleased to see that the cabinets over the sofabed were added. I had read here earlier that they were eliminated on the Eurodam. We use those cabinets to store our wine, and I couldn't have been happier to see them!
At 3:00 p.m. we attended the webcam wave coordinated by Lisa. It turned out to be a beautiful afternoon.
We walked through the Silk Den and the Tamarind -- lovely spaces. In fact, I'm writing this as I prepare for our dinner in the Tamarind at 6:00 p.m. I'll post about the food and our son's opinion of Club Hal as time allows.
Also, our ship has been delayed, so while we watch the other ships sail away, ours will not depart until 7:00. Evidently some of our passangers are running behind as a result of travel delays.