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Koningsdam Cruise Review

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 8

Overall rating:

4.9 out of 5
Koningsdam

7 Night Mexican Riviera (San Diego Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 22, 2022

Ship: Koningsdam

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 5041

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

Overall, a great cruise to relax and participate in a few low-key activities if that’s what you’re looking for (like we were). The staff is great and always available.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
We showed up an hour before our embarkation time and were surprised they told us to head on in to check-in. The whole process was smooth with no issues.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
The food was great and drinks were plentiful.

Lido Market

4 out of 5

Lots of options at the Lido Market. It’s not a five-star eatery. But there’s something for everyone. Towards the end of service, you might grab food that’s been sitting out awhile. Some sandwiches may have bread that has started to dry out, for example.

Pinnacle Grill

5 out of 5

Quality food. You won’t be disappointed.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
We weren’t looking for a cruise full of activities. We just wanted to relax. So that’s what we did.

Rolling Stone Rock Room

5 out of 5

The band was really good. Awesome musicians. People showed up an hour early to get a good seat.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Children's Programs

5 out of 5
Our six-year-old had a good time at Club HAL and made some friends. But it was Christmas. So there were lots of kids. Any other time of year with less kids, maybe our review would be different.

Club HAL

5 out of 5

Kept the kids busy with activities all day long and even into the night.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Super friendly and helpful. We didn’t see any signs of it being understaffed, as some have pointed out in previous reviews.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
The room attendants were great. Even took the time to line up our kid’s toys on the shelf. Room was cleaned twice a day.

Ship tip

Choose it if you’re looking for a nice, fairly quiet, relaxing time.

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Ports of call

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

5 out of 5
We did the beach resort excursion. The beach and resort were nice. I was offered coke three times by three different locals in 20 minutes. Unfortunately, it was not the beverage they were offering.
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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

5 out of 5
Easy walk from the ship to the beach.
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San Diego, California

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
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3 Comments

Gwbigdog    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise with us
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willwork4cruz    1 year ago

Thanks for the review. I always try to get to the port early. Even the lines who police the check in timed like Carnival and Disney often let you go in early if things are moving quick that morning.
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javawoody    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing
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