The MS Amsterdam is an elegant ship with a nautical theme. This was my fifth cruise and the longest one to date . Traveling solo I found that it was easy to socialize with other passengers since this ship only carries 1380 pax . I felt that the fare that I paid for this cruise represented a good value for what was offered on the Amsterdam.

PRE-CRUISE ARRANGEMENTS

I used the Holland America one night pre-cruise package which was at the Rio Sheraton Copacabana. I was met at the airport by a shuttle service and alnog with some other pax who arrived early was driven to the hotel. The check-in at the hotel included some pre-cruise paperwork and was expedient. We checked in to our rooms and had the day to do whatever we wished. The smooth way this was handled was a sign of good things to come for Holland America! Read more