innlady1 Posted March 21, 2018 #51 Share Posted March 21, 2018 I think you and innlady1 are saying the same thing? She got on in 2007, a year after she was inaugurated according to her post above. Exactly. 02/07 - R/T - NYC /Caribbean. 02/08 - R/T - NYC/Caribbean That was the end of her cruises out of NYC...sadly Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live4cruises Posted March 21, 2018 #52 Share Posted March 21, 2018 Just home from 2 weeks on the Noordam. After reading some of this post and others before we left, I was a little concerned. Absolutely no need for that concern! The carpet was spotless and properly stretched; no holes in curtains or furniture. The entire ship was clean and in good condition, although our balcony furniture could have been fresher. We had a wonderful time on a wonderful, albeit not new, ship. I have no hesitation in a strong positive recommendation. I’m happy to answer any questions! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porky55 Posted March 21, 2018 #53 Share Posted March 21, 2018 Just home from 2 weeks on the Noordam. After reading some of this post and others before we left, I was a little concerned. Absolutely no need for that concern! The carpet was spotless and properly stretched; no holes in curtains or furniture. The entire ship was clean and in good condition, although our balcony furniture could have been fresher. We had a wonderful time on a wonderful, albeit not new, ship. I have no hesitation in a strong positive recommendation. I’m happy to answer any questions! Sent from my iPad using Forums Live4cruises - great review, can I ask what cabin you were in? Cheers [emoji3] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live4cruises Posted March 22, 2018 #54 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Absolutely! 6177. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porky55 Posted March 22, 2018 #55 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Absolutely! 6177. Sent from my iPad using Forums Thankyou - we have booked 4150 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porky55 Posted March 22, 2018 #56 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Absolutely! 6177. Sent from my iPad using Forums Just had a look at 6177 - wonderful cabin and location! I just need a midship cabin - like needing a particular pair of socks when I play golf, I need to book a Portside ( or as near to midship as possible while keeping DH happy too ) cabin and all is good. Superstitions aren’t they something? 🧜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HBJD Posted March 22, 2018 #57 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Just had a look at 6177 - wonderful cabin and location! I just need a midship cabin - like needing a particular pair of socks when I play golf, I need to book a Portside ( or as near to midship as possible while keeping DH happy too ) cabin and all is good.Superstitions aren’t they something? 🧜 We were in 8076 and loved the location. Midship, steps from elevator, and a decent sized balcony (two lounge type chairs plus a table and two additional chairs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olya1972 Posted April 14, 2018 Author #58 Share Posted April 14, 2018 Hi, all. I am the OP. Just wanted to update all who took time to reply. We did book Noordam and are four weeks out to sail away. I will post regarding ship conditions when we return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlorenceItaly Posted April 14, 2018 #59 Share Posted April 14, 2018 Hi, all. I am the OP. Just wanted to update all who took time to reply. We did book Noordam and are four weeks out to sail away. I will post regarding ship conditions when we return. Thank you. I appreciate it very much. And, if you have any Neptune Suite feedback that is also appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olya1972 Posted April 14, 2018 Author #60 Share Posted April 14, 2018 (edited) Thank you. I appreciate it very much. And, if you have any Neptune Suite feedback that is also appreciated. We are booked in VC Balcony cabin by front elevators on the 6 th floor, but waiting anxiously for upsell offers for Neptune. Should that come to fruition, I will surely update on the condition of Neptune Suite. Edited April 14, 2018 by olya1972 Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAVE MAN Posted April 14, 2018 #61 Share Posted April 14, 2018 Hi, all. I am the OP. Just wanted to update all who took time to reply. We did book Noordam and are four weeks out to sail away. I will post regarding ship conditions when we return. We too would love to hear about the ship, entertainment, actually anything you would like to share about your trip. We leave on the June 3rd. Thank you, and I hope you have a wonderful time!!!! Carlotta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlorenceItaly Posted April 14, 2018 #62 Share Posted April 14, 2018 We too would love to hear about the ship, entertainment, actually anything you would like to share about your trip. We leave on the June 3rd.Thank you, and I hope you have a wonderful time!!!! Carlotta Carlotta, we are on the same sailing. I hope to meet you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyaruba Posted April 14, 2018 #63 Share Posted April 14, 2018 We will be on the Noordam June 10th(Seward to Vancouver) for our first ever cruise! We have nothing to compare it with so we should be just fine:hearteyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAVE MAN Posted April 16, 2018 #64 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Carlotta, we are on the same sailing. I hope to meet you! Hi Marie, Looking forward to meeting you as well. So ready for this cruise!!!! Have been to Alaska before, but this time taking the land tour with Holland ending in Fairbanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdenis Posted April 17, 2018 #65 Share Posted April 17, 2018 We are on Noordam July 8, Seward to Vancouver. Cabin 6110. Can’t wait. I have to say that the color of the carpet, bathroom tile, or the size of the TV will have no effect on what, for me, is the trip of a lifetime! Enjoy your cruise everyone! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevingastreich Posted April 18, 2018 #66 Share Posted April 18, 2018 We were in 8076 and loved the location. Midship, steps from elevator, and a decent sized balcony (two lounge type chairs plus a table and two additional chairs). If you book a balconey cabin too close to the mid-ships glass elevators, I notice that people on the elevator can see into your balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyaruba Posted April 18, 2018 #67 Share Posted April 18, 2018 We will be on the Noordam June 10th(Seward to Vancouver) for our first ever cruise! We have nothing to compare it with so we should be just fine:hearteyes: We will be in room 8058. Looks to be a good midship location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croozengal Posted April 22, 2018 #68 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Just home from 2 weeks on the Noordam. After reading some of this post and others before we left, I was a little concerned. Absolutely no need for that concern! The carpet was spotless and properly stretched; no holes in curtains or furniture. The entire ship was clean and in good condition, although our balcony furniture could have been fresher. We had a wonderful time on a wonderful, albeit not new, ship. I have no hesitation in a strong positive recommendation. I’m happy to answer any questions! Sent from my iPad using Forums Woo-hoo!! Great to hear. When I read less than positive posts about ships I find more times than not my husband and I do not end up sharing those sentiments when we cruise the ships discussed. Everyone has different preferences and expectations for their holiday, ours is mostly disconnecting and relaxing! We are very low-maintenance. We sail on the Noordam in 13 days! Our first HAL. Cannot wait! Snagged a verandah for $599, can’t beat that for an Alaskan itinerary in my book! What are the food options like in the Lido for lunch & dinner? Many times we don’t feel like getting dressed up ([emoji33]) so we frequent the buffet dining options on many ships we sail on. Also, we are big readers, any comfy nooks you found on the Noordam that would be good for that? From what I saw online it looked like there were some nice comfy chairs in the Crow’s Nest (I think?) that also provide nice views of the surroundings as you sail. Definitely want to soak in as much of that as we can on this sailing! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croozengal Posted April 22, 2018 #69 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Hi, all. I am the OP. Just wanted to update all who took time to reply. We did book Noordam and are four weeks out to sail away. I will post regarding ship conditions when we return. We sail on her in 13 days! I will try to do the same. Happy Cruising!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlsSalt Posted April 22, 2018 #70 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Woo-hoo!! Great to hear. When I read less than positive posts about ships I find more times than not my husband and I do not end up sharing those sentiments when we cruise the ships discussed. Everyone has different preferences and expectations for their holiday, ours is mostly disconnecting and relaxing! We are very low-maintenance. We sail on the Noordam in 13 days! Our first HAL. Cannot wait! Snagged a verandah for $599, can’t beat that for an Alaskan itinerary in my book! What are the food options like in the Lido for lunch & dinner? Many times we don’t feel like getting dressed up ([emoji33]) so we frequent the buffet dining options on many ships we sail on. Also, we are big readers, any comfy nooks you found on the Noordam that would be good for that? From what I saw online it looked like there were some nice comfy chairs in the Crow’s Nest (I think?) that also provide nice views of the surroundings as you sail. Definitely want to soak in as much of that as we can on this sailing! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Food in the Lido buffet is very good with lots of variety. As well as other casual dining options depending on the ship (pizza, burgers, nachos stations) including very good included room service which you may enjoy since you have a balcony, if the weather permits or in cabin.. The Noordam is the only Vista class ship that has retained its very spacious and gracious library, plus all HAL ships have plenty of other nooks and seating lounges where you can enjoy ocean window views besides the upper deck Crow's Nest. This makes a big plus when choosing the Noordam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croozengal Posted April 22, 2018 #71 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Food in the Lido buffet is very good with lots of variety. As well as other casual dining options depending on the ship (pizza, burgers, nachos stations) including very good included room service which you may enjoy since you have a balcony, if the weather permits or in cabin.. The Noordam is the only Vista class ship that has retained its very spacious and gracious library, plus all HAL ships have plenty of other nooks and seating lounges where you can enjoy ocean window views besides the upper deck Crow's Nest. This makes a big plus when choosing the Noordam. Fabulous!! Thanks for the info! I’m even more excited now (if that’s possible!) ha! Nachos are my husband’s love language so he will be quite content! [emoji38] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croozengal Posted April 22, 2018 #72 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Food in the Lido buffet is very good with lots of variety. As well as other casual dining options depending on the ship (pizza, burgers, nachos stations) including very good included room service which you may enjoy since you have a balcony, if the weather permits or in cabin.. The Noordam is the only Vista class ship that has retained its very spacious and gracious library, plus all HAL ships have plenty of other nooks and seating lounges where you can enjoy ocean window views besides the upper deck Crow's Nest. This makes a big plus when choosing the Noordam. One more quick question, if you don’t mind. I read somewhere that you could order main dining room selections from room service, as long as you placed the order between 5:30 & 6:00 pm. It could be delivered later, but needed to be ordered then (I’m assuming because it’s at the beginning of the main dining times). Do you know if that is correct? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted April 22, 2018 #73 Share Posted April 22, 2018 One more quick question, if you don’t mind. I read somewhere that you could order main dining room selections from room service, as long as you placed the order between 5:30 & 6:00 pm. It could be delivered later, but needed to be ordered then (I’m assuming because it’s at the beginning of the main dining times). Do you know if that is correct? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Yes That is correct :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croozengal Posted April 22, 2018 #74 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Yes That is correct :) Perfect! A nice dinner on the balcony sounds lovely. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlsSalt Posted April 22, 2018 #75 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Perfect! A nice dinner on the balcony sounds lovely. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Forums You are going to Alaska, so maybe don't count on this. Plus moving ships are windy outdoors. If you have a late departure and are in port, that might be a time for dining al fresco. Inside your snug cabin with the floor to ceiling balcony window door may be a next best thing. Bring some battery operated "candles" and you could make it special anyway. (!!!!Do not under any circumstances bring any other candle!!!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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