I woke up at 6 am to find my husband getting ready to leave the cabin. Since I was awake, he brought back coffee in our travel mugs which we enjoyed on the balcony before heading to the lido for breakfast. Morning at Sea We got omelettes which are made where the salad bar … [Read more...] about Nieuw Amsterdam: Sea Day 1
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Nieuw Amsterdam: Half Moon Cay
I woke up at 6 am and could see a beautiful sunrise outside so got up to enjoy it. Today we have a port day at Holland America's private island, Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas. While on the balcony, I took a photo of it too. Morning on Board Then we got dressed as … [Read more...] about Nieuw Amsterdam: Half Moon Cay
Nieuw Amsterdam: Embarkation
Today's the day we embark on our Nieuw Amsterdam cruise. We were up early and after in-room coffee decided to check out nearby breakfast options. Breakfast We found a restaurant, Black Watch, about .7 miles away with an interesting menu and it open at 7 am. It took about 25 … [Read more...] about Nieuw Amsterdam: Embarkation
Next Vacation: Nieuw Amsterdam Cruise
My only travel goal left to be completed this year is a cruise with our youngest son and his fiancee who will be known as YS and SF respectively on the blog. It will complete our mission of taking all five of our "kids" on a cruise. The itinerary and ship for this last one is … [Read more...] about Next Vacation: Nieuw Amsterdam Cruise
Eurodam Cruise: Last Thoughts On Ship, Cabin & More
My previous three Holland America cruises had all been on the smaller ships (Ryndam, Volendam and Veendam). I was worried that what made HAL my favorite cruise line would be lost with the move to larger ships. As it turns out, I shouldn't have wasted the time. Our Cabin Our … [Read more...] about Eurodam Cruise: Last Thoughts On Ship, Cabin & More