This is our 4th cruise, and 3rd with Holland America. We are around 40. We thought that we would be among the youngest couple on the cruise, but were surprised that the number of younger couples that were on board.

Overall, our experience on the Westerdam was outstanding. Holland America has been consistent to provide excellent service, food, and entertainment in all our cruises.

The Service. The service is about as outstanding as you can get. The Indonesian crew go out of their way to make your trip enjoyable. They seem sincere that they want to help you. One time we were in the Lido Restaurant (buffet style) for breakfast and the person handing out trays made a point to talk to us and get our names. We ran into him a couple of times after that and he remembered our names and made a point to say "hi". Another time, also in the Lido, we had just finished lunch and one of the attendants asked if we would like a cup of coffee and then went to the self-service area and got me a cup. Things like this really make a cruise special-they were not obligated to make this extra effort, but did so anyways. Read more