Nieuw Amsterdam Review
Nieuw Amsterdam strengthens image of well run HAL Fleet.
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Nieuw Amsterdam strengthens image of well run HAL Fleet.
We took a previous cruise with HAL on the Westerdam in 2007 and enjoyed the service, efficiency and numerous stops. So when tasked with planning a family reunion vacation, HAL was a quick pick for us. We knew what we were getting and our family wouldn't be disappointed.
The Nieuw Amsterdam was HAL's newest ship and was just coming on stream in the Caribbean. Would they have worked their kinks out before our Jan 9th sail, as had been reported by other Cruise Critics?
Cabin Review
Deluxe Verandah Suite
7049 is an absolutely phenomenal room, I've included a photo of our balcony on Joanie's website. Gorgeous patio and monster bathroom, with a wonderful adjacent powder room. The powder room was big enough to accommodate a standard collapsible playpen (joanie, please note ;) and this created a nice buffer zone for putting down our two kids. I highly recommend getting the bigger room if you have small kids, as you have the opportunity to enjoy dinner in your room more and won't be crammed.