holacanada

So... Self Serve alcool doesn't need a tip to the machine !

Holacanada boarding Koningsdam in 2018

...Koningsdam - 21-Apr-18 - 10 day Mediterranean Dream

holacanada - correct cruise?...

No it's a 20 days cruise thank you for the correction. !

Ending the first of May in Rome it's a B2B cruise

I am crusing out of Rome (Civitaveccia) next april. I fortunately receive a special gift as I booked a Neptune Suite. I am very anxious to try this for free. Considering the transfert to Civitaveccia and the 2 night stay at the Savoy hotel (uphill Spanish steps) it's a very good deal !

With this special amenity, we are going to be able to visit the Colosseum at night with a private guide.

Wish you the best decision

Holacanada

Here is a link to my sister's blog page describing our dinner. You can click on the photos to enlarge the pictures:

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Thank you very much ! — Is this a kind of French Bistro or what ?

Holacanada from Quebec City

Holacanada will be on Koningsdam from 2018 April 17th to May 1.

Hi fellow cruisers !

Has anyone ever left the ship to get to the next destination by plane, for example?

I have a sea day between Cadiz and Barcelona and I would prefer to go directly to Barcelona to enjoy a day more in the city. Will I be able to return on board after this expedition and continue my cruise ?

Holacanada from Quebec city

Back here in Canada we have a special day to honore our fathers. Today.

Like me, I had a father who wish and made the best for my future. I am glad to thanks him for this wonderful life heritage he gave me !

Thank you very much Daddy !

Holacanada

The link above says space is limited. Maybe there are only so many slots, and if you don;t book in time you might not be able to get it, therefore the "may" qualifier???

I'm guessing they won't offer anything like this for Alaska :D.

I am asking me the same question about the «may» !!

... Yes, in fact that promotion was on a limit space basis (first come, first serve). I have to say that my HA TA wasn't informed this early morning. So I send her the e-mail and she confirm to me that is a free package..! She also told me that I was the first to add this super offer to my reservation ..!

Holacanada

Double post, sorry !

Holacanada

Hi everyone !

Earlier this morning I receive a mail about a special promo bc I reserved a Neptune suite for my next cruise in april 2018.

They said :

Your suite reservation may qualify you for a complimentary Holland America Line

Signature Experience. The Experience includes a 2 night pre-cruise hotel stay

in a centrally located hotel in Rome, transfers/meet greet and an exclusive

evening in the Casa dei Cavalieri di Rodi (House of the Knights of Rhodes) on

the terrace overlooking the Roman Forum. Heavy appetizers and beverages will be

served. Afterwards enjoy a private after hours tour of the Colosseum

— So I call my TA and add up this very special free gift to my account.

Does anyone heard of this before ?

Holacanada from Quebec city !

Captain Albert will be on the Westerdam leaving Rome toward Venice (Adriatic Dreams) from april 27th.

Just after the medium dry dock held actually in Palermo, Sicilia.

His famous blog will renewed at this time…

https://www.hollandamerica.com/blog/excluderecent/28-march-2017-the-blog-is-still-in-dry-dock/

Holacanada from Quebec City.

Boarding the Westy in 6 days.

Didn't use it, but pretty sure it was a Keurig.

I just saw Nespresso machines for the next/newer gen* of the fleet.

* Like the Westerdam, actually on a refurbishing job back in Sicile.

Holacanada boarding in 14 days in Rome

From Quebec City !

Trays in the Lido ????

... April Fool's..? ;p Nah ! A nightmare !!! :eek:

Holacanada

Hope this thread will always be open next May.

At that time, I will have had the chance to experience the «brand new» Westerdam.

Major dry dock* in a couples of days.

In a word : Westerdam !

Holacanada from Quebec City

Aboard Westerdam in 30 days !

Question >

Anyone with a link to informations about this particular refurbishing* which will be held in Palermo ?

I feel badly for the under valued Buffet Trays.

Buffet Trays Lives Matter.

What are we going to tell the children?

LOL !

«Do not wake up the sleeping dog» — Don't talk about the "smoking thread" !!! Please !!!

Holacanada will sailing Adriatic in less than 75 days !

IMHO TINDR sounds like LOOSR

Go with the Zuiderdam !

The Veendam need a serious refit !

Holacanada

Hi Wayne !

Could you be more specific ?

Drop off in Rome* or Civitaveccia port ?

* For Rome, maybe at the FCO airport ?

Holacanada

To :

Good to know. Thanks. :) Smoking comment is definitely one to remember!

And 3rdCunardor : «And I hope that nobody is smoking a cigar in boxers or anything else, as balcony smoking is no longer allowed. (You should have reported the heavy smokers near you--or was this before the ban took effect?)»

And Stratheden : « and 50% less chance of having a smoker next to you…»

STOP blaming the smokers ! (Wrong thread anyway…)

Have fun and pleaaaaaase (sic) let live the people who doesn't act like YOU ! You are not ALONE for sake !

And, believe it or not, I dont wear boxer shorts…

Holacanada from Quebec City

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While I sipping my second Brandy egg nog I prepared myself for free, I take this opportunity to wish everyone a very merry Christmas

;)

Peace on earth —

Holacanada from Quebec City

Cruisin' Westerdam in 123 days

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I am also most anxious about your comments…

Hello !

Would you please add me on the ship list for a cruise in

April 27 2017 — Rome to Venice / Oosterdam / First after the refit !

Maybe they are going to change this while the major dry dock in Sicilia next April ?

I hope they are going to add more interactivity on their TV system (like onboard credit avail., cruise manifest and bill, etc.).

In an other way : I've booked a cruise from Rome to Venice (Adriatic Dream - April 2017) and I saw they offer The Libraje Night on board. WOW ! Maybe a new menu ? Let's dream ! In fact, I never have the opportunity to try this restaurant…

Holacanada

Just like this,

Why this thread doesn't move to the File identified as the voluminous «Smoking Thread…»

It's annoying with time and a little bit incidious for the smokers like me who browsed CC every day. If you want to get rid off the smoke, just choose a line who is entirely smoke free. Sorry to be so reactive but I am tired that the others choose the way it should be in my stead.

Holacanada from Quebec City

I am assuming the 50% mini-bar discount only works if you have a mini-bar… if you don't have one?

Just ask for it at the Front Office while embarking (be fast) or better : advise the Ship service dept before cruising.

Holacanada from Quebec City