Linaeve
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Portland, Oregon
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Holland America
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Alaska
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Of course, never said they couldn't. Just addressing some of the false claims people are trying to make. Such as Catholics being targeted. Peoples feelings about being upset are valid. It's not valid to make claims on HALs intentions.
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So other religions rely on individuals leading it themselves. Saying "interdenominational" somehow covers all other religions isn't accurate at all. So a Jewish Shabbat service is led by the congregation, thus no Rabbi is offered. No Imam is provided for Muslims, no Swamis for Hindus. These are major world religions with zero representation on cruise ships. Again, I do feel sympathy for Catholics, but I would also like there to be some perspective in seeing that it's been a luxury for them to be accommodated for so long while other religions are not.
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I'm not, again, it's fine to be upset and passionate. However, it is dramatic to make it seem like this is an attack on a specific religion. It's not, I promise you they aren't doing this going "Take that Catholics!"
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Eurodam and Koningsdam in Juneau Harbour on June 3, 2024
Linaeve replied to leerathje's topic in Holland America Line
So excited seeing the Eurodam come in. I'll be on there next week. I'll make sure to wave! -
Tip is included so you don't need to tip additionally (unless you simply want to but it's not needed). My understanding is they do open up more spots for on board reservations. However, I would consider making a reservation to secure a second choice spot. Then once you are on the ship you can go right away to see if there is a different day and/or time you would prefer and they can move your reservation to that other slot.
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Koningsdam and Eurodam in Juneau on May 20, 2024
Linaeve replied to leerathje's topic in Holland America Line
Am I seeing it right? It looks like Carnival ended up taking the CT berth. This is the second week in a row that the berth was taken from the Eurodam. What's the point in the schedule if they just keep changing it? -
That first menu posted was unique for that day. The ones that RSWBADGER are posting and that are on the Roger Jett menu are the accurate ones. Any big MDR menu changes and final menus for the following year are typically completed July-September each year. Implemented for the seasons following. 🙂
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Eurodam - One Night Cruise / The good and not so good
Linaeve replied to crusinthrough's topic in Holland America Line
You really can't judge HAL cruises based off a single night which is at the very end of their sailing season. It's really not a fair assessment. You would absolutely need a 3+ day cruise before you can judge them. Try a cruise during it's season that goes into international waters during it's sailing season. You'll get an idea of what a HAL cruise is actually like then. I venture you would have the same or worse experiene with other cruises for tha same 1 night cruise. -
What everyone is sharing doesn't even just apply to suites. I have stayed in just a verandah and have always gotten it twice a day. This is standard for all rooms on their ships. As others have said some have started asking if you want it once or twice. Also, if for some reason you don't receive turn down service just ask your room steward and they will make sure it happens.
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You aren't required but can. We booked a cruise for June 2024 for 4 of us. The HIA was included for 1 and 2 and we just added it for $50/day for 3 and 4 without issue at the time of booking. We got the elite one that includes the elite beverage package, the specialty dining night, $100 each for excursion as well as pre-paid gratuties.
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If you reach out to HAL's accessibility department they can make sure there is a gallon of distilled water in your room for you for a small fee, I don't recall how much but this is different than the drinking water purchase. Guest Accessibility Department Phone: 1-800-547-8493 (locally at 1-206-626-7044) TTY: 1-800-254-8669 Email: GuestAccessibility@HollandAmerica.com Note that you can also bring some aboard but it has to be stored with the CPAP machine. As for the outlet, I believe there should be one close enough to the bed. I know my brother brought his on his last cruise with HAL and had no issues at all. Enjoy your cruise!
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Thanks! That makes sense.
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Also, if you are in a Neptune or Pinnacle suite it's also included.
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I don't know how much Wifi is but yours shows $300 pp for excursions. That's much higher than the $100 pp I typically see. Still seems like an excellent HIA to me.
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Thanks! I didn't see it when searching but I'll try again. I appreciate the info and your response! 🙂