Exceeded my expectations on every level

Noordam Cruise Review to Europe - Mediterranean

Cruises: 2-3 cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 7

Overall rating:

5 out of 5
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Noordam

10 Night Roman Empire (Rome Roundtrip)

Sail date: July 10, 2006

Ship: Noordam

Cabin type: Oceanview

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 14 years ago

Review summary

We recently sailed on the Roman Empire Mediterranean cruise on Holland America and it exceeded my expectations on every level. The Noordham was our ship and it was fantastic. Every detail was accounted for. The room was spacious and beautiful. The staff was unbelievably friendly and accommodating. The pool area and views were spectacular. The food was fantastic. The ports were fascinating and gorgeous. It was the best vacation I ever had.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Entertainment

3 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Ports of call

Santorini, Greece

5 out of 5
Santorini is one of the most beautiful and picturesque places on earth. It also has a fascinating history and geography.
Don't Miss: Oia - beautiful vistas, nice artsy shops, gorgeous views of the caldera

Corfu, Greece

5 out of 5
the beach was absolutetly gorgeous - swimming in the Ionian sea was fantastic - the water was crystal clear and warm.
Don't Miss: see above

Messina, Sicily

3 out of 5
I did not find the city of Messina to be terribly interesting, but we drove out to Terramina and that was beautiful.
Don't Miss: Drive to Terramina - gorgeous view

Messina, Sicily

3 out of 5
I did not find the city of Messina to be terribly interesting, but we drove out to Terramina and that was beautiful.
Don't Miss: Drive to Terramina - gorgeous view

Malta

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: The armory and the church which houses the graves of the knights of the crusades

Dubrovnik, Croatia

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: Walking on the wall above the city of Dubrovnik - beautiful views

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: Guided tour of Olympia was fascinating. Our guide was very knowledgeable.

Malta

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: The armory and the church which houses the graves of the knights of the crusades

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: Guided tour of Olympia was fascinating. Our guide was very knowledgeable.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: Walking on the wall above the city of Dubrovnik - beautiful views

Corfu, Greece

5 out of 5
the beach was absolutetly gorgeous - swimming in the Ionian sea was fantastic - the water was crystal clear and warm.
Don't Miss: see above

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: Ephesus - absolutely fascinating archeological site

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

5 out of 5
Don't Miss: Ephesus - absolutely fascinating archeological site

Santorini, Greece

5 out of 5
Santorini is one of the most beautiful and picturesque places on earth. It also has a fascinating history and geography.
Don't Miss: Oia - beautiful vistas, nice artsy shops, gorgeous views of the caldera

Pros: The ship was beautiful. Every detail was taken care of. The food was wonderful. The service was impeccable. The rooms were spacious and beautiful. The staff was wonderfully accommodating. The pool area and the views were spectacular.

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1 Comment

Gwbigdog    2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise.