Nieuw Amsterdam Review
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6-10 Cruises • Age 50s
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Sail Date: Dec 2019
Cabin: Superior Verandah Suite
This was our first HAL cruise and our 7th overall. DW and I had wanted to try HAL for a few years and this was a great deal on the last minute sale. We booked a verandah guarantee about 3 weeks out, and about a week before sailing, were offered an upsell to a Signature Suite for just a few dollars more. We snapped that up and looked forward to getting on the Nieuw Amsterdam.
EMBARKATION
We had flown into Fort Lauderdale the day before, so were able to take an early shuttle to Port Everglades and be in line early. The terminal was opened up around 10:30 and we were checked in a few minutes later. We had to wait until 11:30 before boarding so used that time to visit with others in the waiting area.
Cabin Review
Superior Verandah Suite
It was well appointed with plenty of room for the two of us. The bathroom had dual sinks as well as a jetted tub with shower and a separate shower stall. DW appreciated the bathroom size and comforts! Two people can easily get ready at the same time. Pleanty of storage with 3 closets, multiple drawers and under bed storage. Bed was very comfortable. The balcony for SS cabins on Deck 5 is not as deep as others due to the lifeboats immediately below, but with some organization we could arrange the chairs and stools to be able to stretch out. There was also a table of reasonable size.
Port Reviews
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
Monkeyland excursion done through HAL. Thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to interact with the squirrel monkeys.
Key West
No excursions, just wondered around the shops
Half Moon Cay
Probably the best private island we've been to. Soft, silky sand, and lots of room as we were the only ship there.
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