Wonderful Way to get to See Scandinavia
Rotterdam Cruise Review to Europe - Northern Europe
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Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 4
Review summary
We enjoyed the Boat and the Ports. It was a wonderful vacation and great way to see this part of the world.Embarkation
We bought the air and hotel package. This was a great way to go since everything was included arranged for us. We were given are embarkation time at the hotel and met the representative in the hotel lobby for our shuttle the next morning
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
We really enjoyed the food on the Rotterdam. The main dining room design and decor are very nice as well as the staff. The menu offered something for everyone and was delicious. The portions are average sized. We went to The Pinnacle Grill one night for dinner and that was a wonderful experience. We loved our waiter and the food was delicious.
Onboard Activities
We used the fitness center a lot and enjoyed their facilities. All new equipment and it was clean. The only issue I had was finding space to use a mat for Yoga.
Entertainment
We LOVED the BB King and Rolling Stone Lounges as well and the Billboard Room. Great musician's and variety of music. We did not get a chance to see a show in the World Stage as our dinner time and show times didn't work out.
Service and Staff
Everyone was is so very polite and helpful and I mean EVERYONE. Great Staff and Service.
Ship Quality
Ships layout was easy to navigate and figure out. The ship was kept very clean.
Cabin / Stateroom
The cabin was very spacious and clean. Large Screen TV, a small couch, the bathroom was spacious and the show had awesome water pressure. It was also quite.
Ship tip
There were delays getting off ship in two ports because of bus transport and tinder's. Leave yourself enough time to disembark if you have an excursion that was booked off ship
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Ports of call
Loved Oslo. We did a bike tour excursion from the cruise line. It was wonderful. Informative and beautiful
Deceitful because you don't actually go to Kristiansand, they tinder you into a town called Mandal. They have shops when you get to port. We decided to find a bike rental company and explore on our own. That was a great decision! Great park to ride bikes in on the coast.
Disembarkation
We paid for airports transport from the cruise line. We were given time to disembark and everything went well. They took our luggage the night before. You have to get your luggage once off the ship and before getting on the bus. Once at the airport you are on your own to find your way.