Amsterdam Review
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This was our first cruise in over 20 years. Way back when we enjoyed three different caribbean cruises. Now that the house in empty, it was time to try a cruise again.
Overall we had a wonderful time. The ship was great, the service generally super, and the food basically excellent. No one can "Bat 1.000" and we understand that. The highlight of the cruise was visiting Hubbard Glacier. The pilot and captain were able to get us within ½ mile of the face and it was incredible. Sitka was also a very enjoyable port call and very beautiful. We took no official excursions there but I had arranged in advance a tour of the Coast Guard air station as we are a Coast Guard family and we greatly enjoyed the national historic park.
We had booked a category "H" guarantee and were excited with the upgrade to a "D." In fact, we had one of two cabins on board with "Forward" facing windows, and thought it was so cool!
Cabin Review
Large Ocean-View Stateroom
Somewhat snug due to the forward facing sloped wall/ceiling, but worth it due to the view out the windows.
Being directly above the showroom, we could hear (but it was not obtrusive) the performers rehearsing. In the evening, we would go to the early show and when ready to turn in, let the late show sing us to sleep.