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PROS: The perfect itinerary with excellent ports of call. The Volendam is the perfect size ship, especially for a long voyage. There was always something to do yet very restful and relaxing when you wanted it to be. They had great entertainment and guest speakers.
CONS: The main issue I heard from everyone was the horrible internet speed. Lets blame that to locations. And there a lot of complaints as to removing the refrigerators from the staterooms.
RECOMMENDED: Yes
MoreIt was a great experience and amazing ports.
Holland America had delivered an experience of a lifetime. The entire South America experience was beautiful and amazing. The Antarctica viewing and experience was unbelievable and will never be forgotten. The captain navigated the Antarctica and the Amazon with unbeatable skills to ensure optimal pleasure and safety. Very nice "pillow gifts" on Gala nights to pleasant & helpful staff.
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PROS: Great staff and service, great variety of activities to keep you interested.
CONS: Extra Gratuity per person/per day/per activity was excessive. I think the price should include all gratuity so that staff don’t have to feel like they are working just for that.
RECOMMENDED: Yes
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PROS: Food was good. Good entertainment. Service was excellent .
CONS: More electrical outlets. ESpecially near the bed for a CPAP machine .
RECOMMENDED: Yes
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PROS: Well organized
RECOMMENDED: Yes
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PROS: We enjoyed the hole trip a specialty the thermal room on the ship.
CONS: Our dinner time was a little late for us. Next time we would ask for the earlier dinner time.
RECOMMENDED: Yes
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