Smaller ship, different itinerary. Never been on Holland America, heard lots of good things about it. We anted to visit Sitka rather than Skagway. We wanted to go to Hubbard Glacier rather than Tracy Arm Fjord/Ford's Terror (Sawyer Glacier).

Our cabin was great and located near the atrium and forward elevator. The room attendant was friendly enough and quick. If you are looking for recognizable towel animals - our guy wasn't the guy. One time it looked like a seal cross bred with a lobster.

We ate most of the time in the Lido Buffet. The best food we had was at the Dive In (burgers and hot dogs by the pool). They were fresh and unique, prepared just for you - gave us a beeper for when the food was ready for pick up. I really enjoyed the bread pudding and apple pie but everything else was unpalatable. Get an omelette or a crepe for breakfast. They had some very interesting sandwiches - prosciutto and Havarti. After a while I just got a roll and butter with some fresh pasta. Read more