Not what we expected

Item: Nieuw Amsterdam
Rating: 3.9
Author: jeremymorales97

Nieuw Amsterdam Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

jeremymorales97

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 25

Overall rating:

3.9 out of 5

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7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 11, 2021

Ship: Nieuw Amsterdam

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 8133

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

Had we known this ship was for an older retired demographic we would not have booked it. It was only our second cruise and we did not expect this. However it was nice to be on a cruise with zero kids on board. So if that’s something you are looking for than this is the cruise for you.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

We had an awful experience at one of the paid restaurants.

Onboard Activities

2 out of 5

Not many activities at all.

Entertainment

1 out of 5

The only thing we found entertaining was only one of the two comedians.

Children's Programs

We did not bring any children. If we did there would have been nothing for the As the ship catered to a much older demographic

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5

Cleanliness was great. Cabin was a little on the small side for have a room with a balcony.

Ship tip

Unless you are fully retired and older than 65 do not go as this ship is tailored to an older demographic.

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Ports of call

Ft. Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

5 out of 5

Grand Turk Island

4 out of 5

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

4 out of 5

San Juan, Puerto Rico

5 out of 5

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island)

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

10 Comments

Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise.

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Lazyboy 2 years ago

Wonder if this is via the World Travel Holdings online booking companies (like CruisesOnly or Marriott)? Which would explain why she had a "bad" experience. And one bad experience in a specialty restaurant out of 21 possible meals (not counting snacks and in-between meals) means the whole dining is ho-hum?

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javawoody 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing

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Christy877 2 years ago

We love HAL and cruise them when we can. Time and research goes a long way when finding the right line for you!

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Curt34 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your experience and perspective.

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willwork4cruz 2 years ago

Saying I did not expect seniors on Holland is like saying I went to McDonald's and was surprised to see hamburgers on the menu... Fortunately, I like seniors and plan to be one some day.

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almtsbb 2 years ago

If you like cruises without children but younger demographics, try Virgin Cruise Line. No one under 18 allowed on their ships.

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AuntPinkie 2 years ago

Appreciate your feedback.

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CruzeFan 2 years ago

Thanks for the review. It’s always important to research the cruise line / ship you are considering. Holland America, Princess & Celebrity generally have older passengers. Try Carnival for a younger crowd and more of a party atmosphere or Royal Caribbean / NCL for activities related more towards families / a variety of ages.

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cruising2004 2 years ago

Thank you for sharing your experience.

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