Alaska 2023 with Holland America - Part 1: On Board the HAL Eurodam

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  • čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
  • Part 1 of a review of the Holland America Eurodam Alaska Inside Passage cruise. Part 1 covers the cruising experience on the HAL Eurodam - look for part 2 (Alaska Itinerary) and part 3 (Detailed Suite Review)
    Keywords:
    Holland America Line, Eurodam, Alaska Cruise
    Chapters:
    00:00 - 02:20 Introduction
    02:20 - 04:50 Embarkation
    04:50 - 09:00 Accommodation
    09:00 - 17:10 Eurodam Ship Tour
    17:10 - 24:00 Dining Options
    24:00 - 25:55 Entertainment/Activities
    25:55 - 26:40 Service
    26:40 - 10:10 Conclusions/Wrap-up
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Komentáře • 46

  • @ricardogarciajr9366
    @ricardogarciajr9366 Před 2 hodinami +1

    Thank you for such a fine and detailed review. I have a question. What were the showtimes when you were on board?

  • @user-oo3uj5ku9r
    @user-oo3uj5ku9r Před 11 měsíci +2

    Awesome! Thank you so much. It's been awhile since I've been on HAL!

  • @JLG118
    @JLG118 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you! Very well organized and most helpful video.

  • @danielrose7872
    @danielrose7872 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Excellent review. Very informative. Thanks

  • @vanl5185
    @vanl5185 Před 4 měsíci

    Very thorough! Thank you

  • @lynnewolters8411
    @lynnewolters8411 Před rokem +1

    I embark on this ship for the same cruise in 8 days. This video stoked my enthusiasm and anticipation. Thanks!

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před rokem +2

      You will have a great time. I am currently putting together part 2 (Alaska focus) - should be posted by the weekend.

  • @trainsplanesandotherthings5187

    Nicely done video.

  • @robinluby
    @robinluby Před rokem +1

    I’m leaving from Seattle on this ship June 17th and I’m so excited.

  • @leenoble796
    @leenoble796 Před rokem +2

    You chose the best line and the best ship. We are s he scheduled on European December 9 - 20 weeks in the Caribbean in a Neptune. We always sail HAL and will never jump ship to another line. HOOKED

  • @catherinethecarnivorern8333

    This is awesome! Going next week and have a Neptune suite on deck 7, can’t wait to see the rest of your videos!!

    • @alisayoung
      @alisayoung Před 11 měsíci

      You should be back by now... How was it?

    • @catherinethecarnivorern8333
      @catherinethecarnivorern8333 Před 11 měsíci

      It was the best vacation ever! Neptune suite and the perks really added to the whole experience!

    • @alisayoung
      @alisayoung Před 11 měsíci

      @@catherinethecarnivorern8333 I just booked Neptune suite for may 2024. Which excursions should I get. Anything I need to keep in mind. Any things I should bring besides the normal stuff?

    • @catherinethecarnivorern8333
      @catherinethecarnivorern8333 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@alisayoung awesome!!! We did the sea plane out of Juneau to Taku lodge, not good if afraid of heights or flying but if you’re not it was amazing! We also did an ATV trail in Ketchikan that I don’t recommend, took the whole time there and the ATV’s kept breaking down. Bring layers, long light raincoat that can go over layers. Hat, gloves, scarf. We were lucky and really had no rain but that is not the norm!

  • @matthowe5193
    @matthowe5193 Před 10 měsíci

    thanks for the details. This was very well done. Am considering whether to depart from Seattle or Vancouver!

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před 10 měsíci

      no experience with the Vancouver version, but if I’m sure it’s great also.

  • @lisagibson3794
    @lisagibson3794 Před 11 měsíci

    My son and I were on this boat May 20-27th 2023 for a trip to Alaska. Had a blast.

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před 11 měsíci

      Glad you had a good time and thanks for watching.

  • @jhollie8196
    @jhollie8196 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Sailed on her in Sept 2022 and loved the ship, entertainment and food. Wish I could say the same with cruises on other ships in HAL fleet. Since our first experience with the Neptune suites, we now pick our sailings based on Neptune suite availability. Pinnacle Suite is on bucket list. Doing Aft Neptune suite on Koingsdam in April 2024. Looking forward to it Neptune Lounge also great. Safe sailings and thanks for sharing

    • @gadgilanurag
      @gadgilanurag Před 9 měsíci

      Hi, thank you for sharing. My wife and I are first-time cruisers having booked 7-day cruise on Eurodam this September. Could you please let me know how crowded was the ship? Considering it is a shoulder season I expect it to be not too busy. Also, we are also worried about being seasick. Thank you for your help.

  • @westhavenor9513
    @westhavenor9513 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Charging for soda in the mini frig when you purchased a drink package is pretty chintzy

  • @purplgrits7916
    @purplgrits7916 Před rokem

    Nice video, I was on Eurodam 2 weeks ago but got COVID and isolated for 5 days. I hardly got to see anything. 😞

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před rokem

      Sorry to hear that, but glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @cherylpacholek2391
    @cherylpacholek2391 Před rokem

    Loved your video about Eurodam. We have just completed 22 days on Niew Statendam(bigger than Eurodam) in Europe and Norway. We loved our trip- but at times the public areas on the ship felt very crowded- could you please tell me if that was the case on a smaller ship?

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před rokem

      The only place that sometimes got a bit crowded was the Lido buffet, but never really bad. We never really felt crowded.

  • @luiswollenweber931
    @luiswollenweber931 Před rokem +1

    We cruise same week. Our Neptune suite was big than your. Maybe because you have corner suite.

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před rokem

      Yes, apparently if you want the corner balcony, you have to settle for a smaller suite.

  • @joshuasalter1
    @joshuasalter1 Před 4 měsíci

    Excellent presentation. Just booked the same cruise for Aug 24 as part of our honeymoon so thank you for the insight. Also, may I ask where your accent is from?

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před 4 měsíci

      Many thanks. Hope you have a great time. The accent is a Brit who's been living in the US for a few years.

  • @ambertownsend5573
    @ambertownsend5573 Před rokem

    When is part 3 coming? We are taking this cruise in August and have a Neptune Suite.

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před rokem +1

      Just completing part 2 (Alaska focus). Will be working on the Neptune suite review next - probably 2-3 days.

  • @user-fi3pz3ij9u
    @user-fi3pz3ij9u Před rokem

    QUESTION: Does the Eurodam have a Music Walk?

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před rokem

      Not sure what qualifies as the official "music walk", but Eurodam has BB Kings, Billboard Onboard and the world stage all in close proximity and there's usually something happening at all 3 in the evening. Hope that helps.

  • @essferg85
    @essferg85 Před 6 měsíci

    Great video with lots of good info! One bit of feedback: sometimes it was hard to hear you talking over the music.

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks for the tip and for watching.

  • @jasperandgracetan6532
    @jasperandgracetan6532 Před měsícem

    Did you purchase internet package ? Does the US phone provider have signal on the ship?

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před měsícem +1

      Yes. One piece of advice...PUT YOUR PHONE IN AIRPLANE MODE AND JUST USE WIFI. Whenever you are outside standard carrier coverage, your phone will connect to the ship's own cellphone network and the usage charges are horrendous!

  • @kimitorii2920
    @kimitorii2920 Před 6 měsíci

    This may seem like a silly question but my first time on a cruise coming up do you have to pay for the TV and movies?

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před 6 měsíci +1

      On our cruise, all TV and movies were included at no extra cost.

  • @terrybenton4553
    @terrybenton4553 Před 3 měsíci

    You need ro turn down the background music or eliminate it all together!

    • @gwebster65
      @gwebster65  Před 3 měsíci

      Appreciate the feedback - thanks.