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Nieuw Statendam Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

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Overall rating:

4.5 out of 5
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Nieuw Statendam

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 07, 2024

Ship: Nieuw Statendam

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 7144

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 4 months ago

Review summary

We has a wonderful time on the cruise. But compared to other Holland ships I felt the management was lacking. We rarely saw the cruise director. The friendliness of the bartenders and the cleaning of the common areas. I would certainly board this ship again however the attitude of the staff starts at the top.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Was thrilled to be allowed on the ship as soon as we arrived

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
Food was excellent. The bars were lacking. Service was very slow at all bars. The bartenders were not friendly. The drinks were not garnished. Very disappointing when on vacation

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
Pool was standard. There is a second level of lounger chairs and they need to put a shower on them. Also a station for discarding towels and drink glasses

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Loved the comedian

Service and Staff

4 out of 5
Room stewards were wonderful. I felt the bartenders were not particularly friendly. They did not make you feel special as other Holland America ships. Wait staff was very good

Ship Quality

4 out of 5
Loved the layout and design. I was surprised to not see common areas being wiped down and continuously cleaned especially in todays world

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
The most comfortable bed. The room was kept clean and the Stewart’s were very happy to help with any needs

Ship tip

Sign up for the early or late dining. Anytime dining doesn’t allow you to get to know your waiter and for him to know you preferences

Ports of call

Ft. Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

5 out of 5

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

5 out of 5
We did the tour where you learned the merengue and had an island stew and tasted rum. It was so much fun and everyone on the island was so nice

San Juan, Puerto Rico

5 out of 5
Although we got in later in the day we saw the flamingo guitarist and dancers. It was the BEST excursion I’ve ever been on.

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

5 out of 5
Best shopping in the Caribbean. Downtown was better than the ports

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island)

4 out of 5
Always a beautiful day however with two ships in port it was rather difficult to get a beach chair. Also we didn’t stay long enough

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Easy and plenty of common areas to wait
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