Maasdam; Not a good value
Maasdam Cruise Review by elyria3449
- Sail Date: Feb 2017
- Destination: South America
- Cabin Type: Lanai Ocean-View Stateroom
Chosen for location and timing. Ship was old and tired with many problems including air conditioning, tenders, internet system (awful) and plumbing. Nice staff could not overcome these many issues in my rating. The high end, Pinnacle restaurant was quite disappointing. Exercise area was small; certainly not large enough in early morning to accommodate the many users. Food overall was excellent. Cabin staff excellent. I'd avoid this ship if possible. They "nickel and dime" you with expenses. We've been on eight cruises on 5 lines and this one garnered our lowest rating.
Cabin OK except for mechanics.
Activities were good especially the culinary art activities.
Ports were OK especially those in Peru and Ecuador.
I would not choose this ship again and less likely to choose Holland American.
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Cabin Review
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