We are back home, unfortunately, so thought I would write up a small review while things were fresh on my mind. I have been on at least a dozen cruises all over the world, and this was my 3rd time on Holland America.

We booked this cruise back in February and decided on this ship and itinerary mainly for the price, and itinerary. My best friend was turning 50 and we wanted to share it with her. This cruise was her pick. It probably would not have been mine. We visited Half Moon Cay, Aruba and Curacao. I would have to say that Half Moon was my favorite stop.

We stayed at the Sheraton Yankee Clipper one night pre-cruise and it has become very shabby. They were very friendly, the room was fine, but best part is that it is right on the beach and EASY to get to the port. We left the hotel about 11:30 to ride to the port and check in was absolutely painless. We were on the ship within minutes. REALLY. There wasn't one single minute of a wait. Read more