Zaandam Review
TexasDavid7
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s
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Sail Date: Jan 2017
Cabin: Large Ocean-View Stateroom
This was a "Bucket List" cruise for me and an "I'm along for the ride" cruise for my DW. We are 3 Star Cruisers with HAL. We had spectacular views and also appalling views of poverty.
Embarkation: The ship is a good ways from the airport so you get a feeling for Buenos Aires right off the bat as you travel through. It was good to be moving and sight seeing as the flight from Houston was at night and 10 hours. Customs was wacky but not excessively long. Our rooms were ready by the time we arrived. The Lido even had places to sit and relax. Not at all crowded.
The ship is showing her age, but holding up nicely. No kids hogging the elevators, on only 2 occasions were there any lines to contend with and we were greeted with smiles from all the crew. Captain PJ is top notch and even was on the gangway as we disembarked.
Cabin Review
Large Ocean-View Stateroom
Cabin D
Our room was 1907, Oceanview on the Dolphin deck and somewhat to the middle of the ship. A great place to be in rough weather. Yes, we did have engine sounds but only when maneuvering. It was a good cabin and would love to have it again. The only problem was the shower seldom held a steady temperature. Not uncommon on cruise ships. Cold to hot, back again, repeat!
We have had balcony rooms several times and they had about the same amount of room as we had this time, only this cabin was arranged to use the space better.
Port Reviews
Montevideo
Went for a walk on a painted path to a plaza for shopping and a visit to a church. Didn't venture further.
Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego)
Walked around a bit. Didn't shop much. Lots of wind out on the pier but not bad in town. I like the town.
Puerto Montt
Lots of shopping and had good Wi-Fi. Dirty and overall like a Mexican Border Town. Didn't care for it.
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