Nieuw Amsterdam Review
Not what I expected for a first cruise
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My husband and I chose the HAL based on researching reviews and talking to many "cruisers". We are past the age of rock climbing or hitting the water slides so we chose a traditional cruise, leaving the families having to amuse children to the mega ships. We were celebrating our 30th anniversary and were very excited to do so on a 12-day cruise. The cruisers told us that 1) once we were on board we would be sorry not to have booked a longer cruise, (That was not the case), 2)the food would be phenomenal (I am now questioning what people consider an acceptable standard) and 3) there would be so much to do on board ship that we would be spoiled for choice (found just the opposite).
To start, I will cover the good points:
1. The ship was lovely. Everything sparkled as it should.
Cabin Review
Deluxe Verandah Suite
Bed: good quality, very comfortable. Good linens.
Closet space/drawers: We were able to put all our belongings away.
Suitcases fit under the bed.
Balcony. Good size.
Noise level: Could not hear anyone in another cabin.
A/C: Quiet.