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Koningsdam Overview

Holland America’s ms Koningsdam ushers in a new class of ships for the premium line. The first of the new Pinnacle-class fleet, ms Koningsdam will boast room for 2,650 guests with plenty of light-filled public spaces characterized by elegant sophistication and creative designs. The ms Koningsdam cruise ship will feature amazing signature spaces that Holland America’s guests have grown to know and love – like the Queen’s Lounge, fitness center, duty-free shops, teak Promenade deck, Explorer’s Lounge and casino – as well as a few new additions. The onboard Explorations Café takes advantage of Holland America’s partnership with the New York Times to provide daily crossword puzzles, books, pastries and espresso beverages. When sailing aboard the ms Koningsdam , guests have their choice of a variety of elegant staterooms, including the Neptune Suite, Signature Suite, Vista Suite, Spa Verandah and more.

• Passenger Capacity: 2,650 (double occupancy)
• Year To Be Built: 2016
• Last Refurbished: N/A

• Family Staterooms The Koningsdam features Holland America's first series of staterooms built specifically for families. Along with a wider array of size and layout configurations for the popular Neptune, Signature and Vista Suites, the Koningsdam will include 32 new ocean-view staterooms with extra amenities to accommodate up to 5 guests, including two bathrooms. These new Family staterooms show Holland America's dedication to family cruising.  

• Culinary Arts Center The interactive Culinary Arts Center makes you the ultimate chef with fun and informative hands-on cooking workshops. You could learn to make regional specialties from around the world, master the art of wine pairing or test your skills in a bartender mixology class. No matter which workshop you choose, you’ll have some of the best chefs in the world teaching you a new appreciation for (and mastery of) the culinary arts.  

• Explorations Cafe Holland America’s revamped Explorations Café is “powered by the New York Times ” to deliver the ultimate spot to relax with a good book and hot espresso. Holland America provides daily crossword puzzles, featured books, travel guides and more – all of which can be enjoyed with a fresh pastry or specialty coffee.  

• Greenhouse Spa & Salon The Greenhouse Spa and Salon provides the ultimate escape from worries of any kind. This modern spa center offers a variety of treatments and beauty salon options for an unforgettable pampering. Guests can also take advantage of Holland America’s new thermal pools, heated lounges and unique treatment rooms with outstanding oceanviews.  

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Koningsdam Cruise Destinations

Holland America Line prides itself on offering a superb variety of destinations. This cruise line visits 7 continents and over 320 ports worldwide while embarking from all types of ports, from convenient close-to-home ports to far-away exotic departure ports. You can plan a special romantic cruise to the Greek Isles or an enriching vacation in Asia. In addition, Holland America's connections with Alaskan hotels and their ownership of Half Moon Cay (their private Caribbean island) have differentiated them in Alaska and the Caribbean. 

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Diverse cultures, sunny days by the sparkling water, and thrilling excursions await you on a Western Caribbean cruise.

Koningsdam Departure Ports

Sail to the world’s hot spots with Holland America. This revered cruise line has sailings from cities around the world like Ft. Lauderdale, Valparaiso, Barcelona, Sydney and Montreal.  All of their departure ports are convenient to get to with major airports and public transportation. Get ready for an amazing cruise vacation with Holland America, your first step is to call us at The Cruise Web to speak with a consultant and find your perfect itinerary. 

Skagway, Alaska

Have a golden experience in Skagway, an Alaskan city known as one of the best starting points for the Yukon Gold Rush.

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Discover something new while exploring Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. The city is surrounded by natural beauty ripe for sight-seeing.

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Known as The Emerald City, Seattle is a beautiful, luscious city with incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and Elliott Bay. The city is full of activities for both water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Whether it’s your cruise destination or a launching point, Vancouver is a beautiful destination in itself with a sophisticated downtown and lots of natural elements to explore.

Koningsdam Deck Plans

Promenade deck, beethoven deck, gershwin deck, mozart deck, schubert deck, navigation deck, panorama deck, observation deck, koningsdam staterooms.

Balcony (VB)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

Balcony (VC)

Balcony (vd), balcony (ve), balcony (vf).

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

Balcony (VH)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. All VH-category staterooms have partially obstructed views. 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. All VH-category staterooms have partially obstructed views. Accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.

Balcony (VA)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. All VH-category staterooms have partially obstructed views. Accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.

Balcony (V)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. All VH-category staterooms have partially obstructed views. Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

Balcony (VS)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- sizelower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Amenities: Mariner's Dream bed, finely woven cotton linens, bathrobes for use, Egyptian cotton towels, massage showerhead, 5X make-up mirror, salon quality hair dryer, safe, mini fridge, Elemis tolietries, complimentary fruit on request, flat-panel TV with video-on-demand, shoeshine and nightly turndown service, corner bar unit, bedside USB ports.

Balcony (VQ)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

Inside (IQ)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Accessible rooms include roll-in shower only.

lower beds convertible to 1 queen- size bed, shower. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

Oceanview (OO)

1 lower bed, shower.

Oceanview (E)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

Oceanview (FA)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons & 1 upper bed. 2 bathrooms - one with bathtub, shower, sink & toilet; one with shower & sink.

Oceanview (FB)

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons & 1 upper bed. 2 bathrooms - one with bathtub, shower, sink & toilet; one with shower & sink. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

Oceanview (CQ)

Oceanview (d), oceanview (f), oceanview (c).

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, 1 Murphy bed for 1 person, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Ambulatory accessible rooms have shower only with small step, step into bathroom, standard interior and exterior door size.

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Fully accesible rooms have roll-in shower only.

Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Learn about cruising with children aboard Holland America. Youth programs provide supervision and activities for children ages 3-17, along with babysitting programs.

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About Koningsdam

Holland America Line's first Pinnacle Class ship, the 2,650-guest Koningsdam, made her debut in May 2016 and at 99,500 tons, is the largest in the fleet as well as the most luxurious. She boasts a stunning light-filled sleek modern interior by famed hospitality interior designer Adam D. Tihany. Exciting new features range from purpose-built staterooms for families and solo travelers, to a state-of-the-art circular theater. Wine enthusiasts may mix and taste their own creations at a special bar and art-lovers have the unique opportunity to visit an onboard museum.

Amenities include an adults-only area that is an oasis of relaxation and plenty of comfortable lounges and swanky bars. Foodies and those who want to learn about the culinary arts will flock to the state-of-the-art show kitchen, which also offers specially designed programs for kids, tweens and teens. The main pool area encompasses a spectacular double-deck space with eateries, bars and a retractable glass roof. Exclusive to adults, the aft pool offers a peaceful retreat and the area also boasts two hot tubs as well as great views.

Pampering treatments will make you feel like new at the spa and salon or you can work-out on state-of-the-art equipment at the fitness center. Find that perfect item at elegant shops. The family-friendly ship also welcomes younger cruisers offering an acclaimed youth program that provides a vast selection of exciting activities for kids ages three to 17 that they are sure to enjoy.

Exceptional dining options includes the new restaurant serving exquisite French seafood in a classic brasserie setting. Enjoy international cuisine and multi-course dinners at the lavish two-deck dining room with a comfortable Scandinavian ambiance and a huge two-story wine tower. Savor the world at a variety of restaurants, where your taste buds will be treated to such delicious fare as grilled seafood, Pan-Asian, Italian and a myriad of made-to-order selections at five theme stations at the new Lido Market, which along with the main dining room, has a menu for kids with all their favorites, including pizza, hot dogs, sandwiches, burgers, spaghetti and more. Complimentary and convenient 24-hour in-room dining is also available.

Spacious, well-appointed staterooms range from comfortable inside cabins to an exquisite grand suite. Solo Staterooms are ideal for those traveling alone. Debuting on the ship, Family Ocean View Staterooms that can accommodate up to five guests and have two separate bathrooms. Several interconnecting cabins are ideal for multi-generational groups. Feel like royalty at the ultra-elegant Neptune Suite — a private haven with luxury appointments that also offers its guests exclusive use of the Neptune Lounge and other amenities.

Thrilling entertainment choices include the debut of a 270-degree wraparound screen at the two-deck main theater with magic show, bands, music and dance revues. An open-air cinema on the Lido Deck is a favorite place for families to enjoy on movie night. Try your luck at the exciting casino with lots of slot machines, blackjack tables and the latest sophisticated gaming and learn new skills taught by trained professionals.

Experience all this and more, along with outstanding service, on the resplendent Koningsdam.

Cruise on the Koningsdam to worldwide destinations.

Pinnacle Suite

Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows.

Neptune Spa Suite

2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

Neptune Suite

Signature Suite

2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, 1 murphy bed for 1 person, bathroom with dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

Vista Suite

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah,refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows.

Verandah Spa

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.

Daily housekeeping ,Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo ,Luxurious bathrobes ,Hair dryers, makeup mirrors ,Fresh fruit upon request ,Safe ,Ice service ,Shoeshine ,TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Verandah (partial view)

Family Ocean-view

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons & 1 upper bed. 2 bathrooms — one with bathtub, shower, sink & toilet, one with shower & sink.

Large Ocean-view Spa

2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower.

Large Ocean-view

Single Ocean-view

1 lower bed, shower.

Large Interior Spa

Large or Standard Interior

Standard Interior

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Deck: 9 - Lido

In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. This is the inspiration for our onboard Italian restaurant, Canaletto. Enjoy amazing Italian classics like braised chicken cacciatore al forno, branzino ai ferri or garlic shrimp ravioli. And for dessert: tiramisù, cannoli alla Siciliana, gelato, and more

Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted brioche with our own trade-marked secret sauce. Savor a succulent Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog with golden French fries. Or choose a grilled chicken breast sandwich or juicy portabella mushroom stack. Dive-In is the perfect spot to dine poolside on the best burgers at sea.

Grand Dutch Cafe

Deck: 3 - Promenade

New York Deli & Pizza

Deck: 10 - Panorama

At New York Pizza, choose from a variety of scrumptious, 9-inch, thin-crust pies. Named for New York’s famed five boroughs, our signature pizzas are made to order and topped with only the finest ingredients. Culinary Council member Ethan Stowell has also contributed signature pizza recipes to the menu. Enjoy your pizza by day while overlooking the Lido pool, and into the night. This venue is New York Deli & Pizza on Koningsdam and Nieuw Statendam.

Pinnacle Grill

Deck: 2 - Plaza

Pinnacle Grill is the ultimate steakhouse at sea, where an exceptional menu and impeccable service make for one of finest meals you’ll ever have.Every dish is exquisitely prepared, beautifully plated and complemented by a vast collection of award-winning wines. Here, your meal is an event unto itself, a celebration of fine dining and a triumph of flavor.

The sensuous flavors of the Far East await at Tamarind. In this serenely elegant setting, dine on such exotic fare as wok-seared lobster and sushi created from the highest-quality seafood

Dining Room

Decks: 3 - Promenade 2 - Plaza

Dining Room.

Rudi's Sel De Mer

Named for Master Chef Rudi Sodamin, Rudi’s Sel de Mer is an intimate brasserie featuring classic French dishes reimagined with contemporary flair. Menu selections include whole Dover sole meunière with shaved pink Himalayan sea salt, oysters on the half shell, fruits de mer, and salt-crust baked branzino, as well as favorites such as steak frites, duck cassoulet and coq au vin. Conclude your dinner with a classic dessert and fine French cheeses.

Club Orange Dinning Room

Club Orange Dinning Room.

Nami Sushi offers a tempting array of the sushi rolls he’s created. Choose from such delectable selections as Tempura Lobster Roll with soft shell crab tempura; Dragon Roll with tempura shrimp, unagi sauce and avocado; Tsutsumi Roll with snapper, green olive, caper and avocado; Futomoki Roll with crab, yamagobo, avocado and cucumber; Volcano Roll with sesame-marinated salmon

Lido Market

Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selection of delicious options that you can grab on the go or have made to order: Breadboard, with freshly baked breads and pastries; Wild Harvest, offering a bountiful selection of hearty salads; Homestead,

Sea View Pool

Art Gallery

Deck: 1 - Main

Stuyvesant.

Half Moon 11

Half Moon 11.

Half Moon 1

Half Moon 1.

Decks: 2 - Plaza 3 - Promenade

Guest Services

Guest Services.

Sliding Dome Cover

Deck: 11 - Sun

Sliding Dome Cover.

Shore Excursions

Shore Excursions.

Future Cruises

Future Cruises.

Photo shop.

Tamarind Bar

Tamarind Bar.

Hydro pool.

Rolling Stone Lounge

Rolling Stone Lounge.

For aficionados, this is truly your whiskey wonderland. At NOTES, a dedicated whiskey bar guests can gaze in awe at the more than 120 labels on display — and some of the rarest whiskey selections in the world.

Effy Jewelry

Effy Jewelry.

Movies ByThe Pool

Movies ByThe Pool.

Holland America Line's youth activities program, Kids Club, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties.

Deck: 12 - Observation

Art Studio.

Fitness Center

Fitness Center.

Spa and Salon

Decks: 10 - Panorama 9 - Lido

During a leisurely day at sea, few places help you refresh, relax and rejuvenate like the Spa & Salon. This heavenly retreat nurtures every aspect of your well-being with renowned spa rituals and healing touches. In the spa, pamper your skin with facial treatments featuring premium, naturally sourced ingredients.

World Stage

World Stage, the largest theater on board is home to a variety of performances day and night. Our exclusive Talk lecture series features captivating regional stories told by local experts and narrated by your Cruise & Travel Director.

Panorama Bar

Sea View Bar

Neptune Lounge

Deck: 7 - Schubert

Neptune Lounge.

This popular bar is at the top of the atrium and is the perfect locale for cocktails and dancing.

The Retreat

Jogging Track

Sport Court

Decks: 3 - Promenade 2 - Plaza 1 - Main

Billboard Onboard

Between nightly sets, guests are part of the show as they sing and play along with trivia questions presented on screens throughout the room.

B.B King's Blues Club

B.B King's Blues Club.

Crow's Nest

Crow's Nest.

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Cruise Ship   ms Koningsdam

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ms Koningsdam

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ms Koningsdam current position

ms Koningsdam current location is at North America West Coast (coordinates 49.28983 N / -123.11005 W) cruising en route to CAVAN > USJNU. The AIS position was reported 6 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of ms Koningsdam

ms Koningsdam current cruise is 7 days, round-trip Alaska Inside Passage . Prices start from USD 1119 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 06 Jul, 2024 and ends on 13 Jul, 2024 .

Specifications of ms Koningsdam

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ms Koningsdam Itineraries

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The 2016-built MS Koningsdam cruise ship is the first Holland America Pinnacle-Class liner, with sisterships the fleetmates Nieuw Statendam (2018) and Nieuw Rotterdam (2021) and also Cunard's Queen Anne . These are HAL fleet's newest and largest boats.

The vessel (IMO number 9692557) is currently Netherlands- flagged (MMSI 244830547) and registered in Rotterdam .

History - construction and ownership

Holland America Line (HAL) is a Seattle -based cruise company owned by Carnival Corporation (shipowner). Between 1873-1989, HAL was a Dutch cargo and passenger shipping company operating regular Transatlantic crossings between Holland and the Americas. HAL was founded in 1873 as "Dutch-American Steamship Company" headquartered in Rotterdam Netherlands . In 1989, HAL was acquired by Carnival Corporation for around EUR 530 million. Among the company's assets are the Westmark hotel chain (Alaska-Yukon), Worldwide Shore Services (warehouses-logistics) and Half Moon Cay (Caribbean private island).

The 2700-passenger ship Koningsdam added a number of fleet-firsts, including two swimming pools and family oceanview cabins. Koningsdam's interiors reflect the work of designers Adam D. Tihany and Bjorn Storbraaten, who drew inspiration for the new ship from music. An example is the 3-deck, skylight-capped atrium featuring a stainless steel sculpture reminding a string quartet. Koningsdam represents the new Pinnacle Class for Holland America Line. The ship debuts several innovative concepts, new public spaces and venues while featuring popular amenities cruisers associate with the line. Guests enjoy HAL's first purpose-built single staterooms and staterooms for families, as well as fine dining in several alternative restaurants. The vessel's godmother Queen Maxima of The Netherlands performed the traditional dedication and naming at Port Rotterdam on May 20, 2016.

Decks and Cabins

MS Koningsdam staterooms (1331 total, in 35 grades) include 164 Suites, 748 Balcony, 142 Oceanviews (including 32x Family Oceanview and 12x Studios/single cabins), 277 Inside. Most cabins as sized ~180 m2 (17 m2). Most cabin balconies are sized 50 ft2 / 5 m2. Nearly 70% of the ship's passenger accommodations have private step-out balconies. Wheelchair-accessible cabins are 27. The largest accommodation is the Penthouse/Pinnacle Suite (970 ft2 / 90 m2, with terrace sized 320 ft2 / 30 m2 and fitted with an outdoor Jacuzzi).

The boat has 13 passenger decks , of which 8 are with cabins.

Club Orange is an exclusive (Suite-only) venue integrated into HAL's "Club Orange" program providing exclusive amenities to passengers booked in the Suite categories Neptune and Pinnacle. Bonus perks by the Club Orange program include:

• priority services (check-in, disembarkation, tendering, dining reservations)
• 24-hour concierge service (assistance, information, reservations)
• exclusive dining venue (Club Orange Restaurant/deck 2) serving complimentary Pinnacle Grill breakfast and Dining Room dinner, plus exclusive dishes
• dedicated Concierge Desk (Guest Services and Tours)
• room service (a la carte breakfast menu with complimentary gourmet dishes - including smoked salmon, steak and eggs)
• sparkling wine (embarkation day), Club Orange tote bag, premium bathrobes (cabin use, available for monogramming and purchasing)

Club Orange Restaurant occupies the area of the former "Culinary Arts Center". Culinary Arts Center was a premium dinner-only restaurant (cover charge $39 pp, unlimited wine included) via partnership with the “Food & Wine Magazine”. This open-kitchen/show-kitchen venue was used daily for professional cooking shows, culinary classes and workshops (cooking and cocktail) presented in demonstration kitchens. In the evenings, the venue transformed into “Dinner at the Culinary Arts Center”. This specialty dining concept ("America's Test Kitchen") provided a top-quality gourmet experience - the ship’s chefs prepared dishes in the demonstration kitchen while the guests enjoyed each course with wine pairing. At the entry, there were 9 interactive TV displays allowing guests to explore personal lives, special recipes, cooking secrets and tips from famous food and wine industry celebrities. By Holland America Line’s partnership with Koppert Cress (microgreen specialist), the Culinary Arts Center had a live garden to grow fresh ingredients. This enabled the guests to enjoy farm-to-table items from the dinner menu (veggie fare, 5 choices, dessert, cheese plate). The ingredients were displayed in a glass-enclosed garden area and harvested just before being served. Once sown, the seedlings grew for up to 2 weeks. The list of microgreens integrated in the recipes included garlic, mustard, licorice.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

Ship's 2-level main restaurant venue serves open-seating breakfast and lunch, as well as a blend of flexible and set-seating restaurant-style meals at dinner. Breakfast hours in the MDR vary but start as early as 7 am on port days and 8 am on sea days, wrapping up by 9:30 am. Breakfast fare includes bread, cereals, French toast, blueberry pancakes, corned beef hash, egg dishes and yogurt parfaits. Portions are on the smaller side, so better opt for a second pastry. Lunch in the MDR is typically limited to an hour per day (from noon to 1 pm on sea days; closed when the ship is in port for an entire day). If you see a line of guests waiting to be seated, do not be deterred as the line moves fast and the tables are plenty. Lunch fare includes sandwiches, soups, light salads, fish and heartier entrees.

Holland America is famous for its exceptional dining experiences on every voyage, but the fleet's newest ship ms Koningsdam boasts even more culinary options. The Dining Room is where passengers dine in a more formal setting. The two-story restaurant features an airy and sophisticated ambiance, with several new characteristics for a HAL ship. The bright design creates a unique venue while reflecting the overall design theme of the ship, inspired by the architecture of music.

This sunny, yellow room has expansive windows allowing for maximum daylight and sea views. In the evening its color turns to a darker shade of amber, thus setting the tone for an elegant evening dining atmosphere. Structural ribs inspired by the classical harp's strings connect the first floor to the second-floor ceiling creating the sense of a more curvilinear space. A grand staircase connects the two levels.

The centerpiece of Koningsdam's Dining Room is a sculptural champagne gold wine tower planned to appear fluid and folded. Flowing over the dining room are attractive chandeliers made from strings of hand-blown, tri-color glass bulbs.

On the menu are HAL's classic selections, signature dishes, regionally inspired cuisine, Culinary Council recipes from the world-renowned chefs who compose the group, including Master Chef & Council Chairman Rudi Sodamin and international chefs David Burke, Elizabeth Falkner, Jacques Torres, Jonnie Boer and Mark Best.

In addition to The Dining Room, Koningsdam guests enjoy fine dining in alternative restaurants including redesigned Lido Market (with themed food stations), the French seafood brasserie "Rudi's Sel de Mer", new farm-to-table concept dinner experience (in Culinary Arts Center, via partnership with Food & Wine magazine), Club Orange Restaurant (suite-exclusive dining experience), Canaletto (Italian restaurant), Tamarind (pan-Asian restaurant/seafood bar), Pinnacle Grill (steakhouse/seafood restaurant).

BLEND is a glass-enclosed winery room (capacity 10 seats) where are hosted daily wine blending sessions. These are reservations-only events (90 min sessions, $129 cover charge) with sommelier service. The BLEND venue is via partnership with the winemaker Chateau Ste Michelle Winery (Woodinville Washington). Wine-tasting events are seminar-like (led by a wine expert). Each session includes a sampling of 5 red wines (single-vineyard) later combined with different vintages into a personal blend. After the event, you can bottle and take your newly created wine and consume it at the ship’s restaurants or in the stateroom. At the BLEND room all guests are allowed to see the wines offered in the Pinnacle Grill and Sel de Mer, and also to choose their vintage from the impressive selection of premium wines.

Follows the complete list of ms Koningsdam restaurants and food bars.

• Pinnacle Grill (reservations-only seafood/steakhouse restaurant with fine wines selection; free for passengers under 12 yo). The venue transforms into "An Evening at le Cirque" once per cruise via a partnership with NYC "Le Cirque" French restaurant.
• Rudi's Sel De Mer is a dinner-only specialty restaurant serving French seafood. During drydock 2018, the restaurant was redesigned and expanded (to 54 seats). The venue features a curving shape and walnut wood-made, accordion-like column structure. The back wall is decorated with porcelain plates, all of which are decorated with Chef Rudi's Food Faces culinary pop art (via a partnership with Bernardaud - French porcelain masters). The food plates are arranged from classic ingredients (caviar, fruits, root vegetables, peppers, etc). In January 2018, HAL released the coffee table book "Food Faces" - available for purchase on the ship. Signature dishes in the a la carte menu include Rudi's Seafood Tower, Fruits de Mer, Broiled Lobster Tail, Whole Dover Sole Meuniere, Clams au Beurre, Duck Cassoulet, Steak Tartare, Steak Frites, Souffle au Fromage, Salt Crust Baked Branzino. Signature desserts include Rudi's Face to Face Chocolate, Rudi's Souffle, Crepes Suzette, Profiteroles with Hot Chocolate Sauce, Apple Tarte Tatin, Artisanal French Cheese Plate.
• The Dining Room (aft Dining Room; features open seating Breakfast and Lunch, two Dinner options - 2 fixed seatings or Any Time Dining between 5:15-9 pm)
• Canaletto Restaurant (Lido Restaurant annex; operates as an Italian restaurant for Dinner, reservations required)
• Dive-In (complimentary fast-food bar)
• New York Deli (fast-food bar)
• Gelato (ice cream parlor)

Lido Market (capacity 386 seats) is the ship’s self-service buffet restaurant open for Breakfast (6-11 am), Lunch (11:30-2 pm), Afternoon Tea (3-4 pm) and Dinner (5:30-8 pm). Food is complimentary and displayed at 5 themed stations. The Lido Buffet is designed as a modern marketplace, with numerous on-the-go or made-to-order food choices. Differently themed food stations (walk-up service) offer fresh-made sandwiches, grilled food, International fare, salads, fruits, desserts, daily specials. The food stations are named Breadboard (fresh-baked bread, pastries, sandwiches), Wild Harvest (salads, fruits, healthy food bites), Homestead (comfort food, including egg dishes and grilled meats), Distant Lands (themed cuisine specialties, including from the current cruise itinerary’s regions), Sweet Spot (desserts).

Tamarind (aft on Deck 10) is a reservations-only Asian restaurant open for complimentary lunch and at-fee dinner (at surcharge per person). Tamarind Bar serves the restaurant with cocktails and other beverages. Part of the Tamarind is the Japanese food bar Nami Sushi (capacity 7 seats only, also serving popular Asian spirits). Nami Sushi is open for lunch and dinner but both are at surcharge PP. Tamarind's sushi menu is created by chef Andy Matsuda and additionally includes 4 of his signature rolls.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

The World Stage is the ship's theatre (main show lounge) featuring 270-degree LED screens for multiple stage configurations. The Lido Pool (one of the ship's 2 swimming pools), has an outdoor movie screen, 3 whirlpools and a 2-tiered sunbathing area with cushioned lounge chairs.

Onboard live musical entertainment is concentrated in the Music Walk area (forward-midship on Plaza Deck 2) housing the music-themed venues Lincoln Center Stage & B.B. King's Blues Club, Rolling Stone Rock Room, and Billboard Onboard.

The 2-tiered Lincoln Center Stage & B.B. King's Blues Club (fka Queen's Lounge/decks 2-3) is a grand ballroom/concert hall/nightclub with two grand pianos (on floor 1), HAL fleet's biggest dance floor (floor 1), its own bar (floor 1), balcony seating (floor 2) and has a resident 8-man band (2 vocalists, 1 drummer, 1 pianist/organist, 1 bassist, 1 guitarist, 1 saxophonist, 1 trumpeter). The lounge hosts live musical performances (concerts, classical pieces, blues, popular hits from the 60s, sing-alongs) as well as a daily enrichment program (guest speakers, seminars, special events). Lincoln Center Stage is a collaboration with "Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts" (NYC) featuring classical/chamber music with a quintet combining piano and strings.

Rolling Stone Rock Room is a classic rock club (via partnership with Rolling Stone Magazine) where are offered live 5-piece band performances.

Billboard Onboard is a signature sing-along bar with live performances (pianists, guitarists, DJ) in a variety of genres (including pop, rock, classic, country). There are 3 programs per night (each lasts 45 to 60 min). The music bar hosts dynamic evening shows, has a central stage (with two grand pianos), wood-paneled walls, three large-size TVs, comfortable seating (plush sofas and chairs, round tables).

Other amenities include: complimentary 24-Hour Room-Service, supervised Kids Program ("Club Hal"), cruise ship weddings, Internet/WiFi access, Laundry Rooms (Laundromats). Ship's laundry rooms are not self-service (no passenger-use laundrettes). Laundry services are offered via hotel staff and at an additional charge.

Follows the complete list of ms Koningsdam lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens and adults.

• Atrium (3-deck high midship open-floor area with live performances)
• Stuyvesant Room (multi-purpose, used for cards playing, group meetings, presentations, “Club HAL” kids program)
• World Stage (theatre/main show lounge; also serves Holland America’s enrichment program (via a partnership with BBC Earth)
• Lincoln Center Stage & B.B. King's Blues Club (fka Queen's Lounge) is a 2-deck grand ballroom/concert hall (with two grand pianos and a large dance floor) hosting live musical performances (classical/chamber music, blues).
• Digital Workshop/Microsoft Studio (powered by MS Windows)
• Photo Gallery & Shop; Art Gallery
• Shore Excursions Desk; 4 Meeting Rooms
• Signature Shops (boutiques for duty-free tobaccos and liquor, perfumes, watches, clothing, HAL logo merchandise, souvenirs); Marabella Luxury Shop; Dive-in (scuba and diving equipment)
• Club Orange (suite-only restaurant)
• Ocean Bar (fka Explorer's Lounge & Bar) is an Atrium bar lounge with dance floor, stage (for live performances), wine tastings.
• Billboard Onboard (sing-along bar with live music performances)
• BLEND (glass-enclosed winery room)
• Grand Dutch Cafe is a Holland-themed a-la-carte-priced patisserie bar for traditional Dutch snacks/sweets and beverages (including coffees and Heineken draft beer) as well as premium European beers.
• Neptune Lounge (club venue for Deluxe Suite and Pinnacle guests only)
• Sport Court (basketball, volleyball, soccer); Sun Deck; Promenade Deck, Walking/Jogging Track
• Club HAL (kids lounge, complimentary youth programming)
• The Loft (teens club lounge area, with Video Games Arcade, computers, PlayStations; teen disco)

The wellness complex (forward on decks 9-10) consists of Fitness Center (gymnasium with a separate Aerobics Room for classes) and Greenhouse Spa & Salon (Therapy Rooms, Treatment Rooms (for massages), Hydrotherapy Pool with heated seawater, Thermal Suites, Relax Lounge with heated ceramic loungers, Sauna Room, Aroma Steam Room, Relaxation Area, Beauty Salon/manicure-pedicure, barber services).

Spacious sundecks spread over 3 floors (decks 9-10 midship and aft, deck 11 aft) and are fitted with 2 swimming pools and 5 outdoor Jacuzzies (deck 9). The Lido Pool area (midship) is served by Lido Bar (beverages), Gelato (ice cream bar), Dive-In (fka Terrace Grill), New York Delly & Pizza (fast food) and Panorama Bar (beverages). The Sea View Pool area (aft) is served by Sea View Bar.

“Movies by the Pool Deck” is a 2-deck outdoor Cinema served by the New York Delly & Pizza (deck 10) with light snacks (including popcorn, sandwiches, pizza, fresh chips, nachos). During movie nights, loungers and blankets are provided, as well as chair-side waiter service from the food bars (Gelato, NY Deli & Pizza, Dive-In/Terrace Grill) and waiter service for drinks at the Lido Bar.

The Retreat (deck 12) is an adults-only sundeck/relaxation zone with private cabanas available for rent. Daily rent prices are inclusive of a massage tent, lunch, concierge service.

Explorations Central & Cafe (fka Crow’s Nest & Explorations Cafe/forward on deck 11) is an indoor observation lounge with panoramic windows (270-degree views), its own Bar (beverages), Cafe (patisserie, specialty coffees/teas), and a large dance floor. The lounge is also used for pre-scheduled events by HAL's enrichment program (daily dance classes, trivia games, card playing, karaoke, live grand piano and HAL Cats performances/8-piece party band in the afternoons and evenings). Explorations Central doubles as a disco/nightclub (with live DJ music, dancing contests) and a Library (1000+ volumes, resident librarians). Here are additionally offered multimedia series of interactive videos and guides related to the current itinerary's destinations. Explorations Central also provides digital media (videos, ebooks, maps) accessed via Wi-Fi (during the voyage) and also online (before and after the voyage). At Explorations Central, there are also paperback books and paper maps for the visited regions/destinations and ports of call.

The Casino is a large gaming lounge fitted with gambling tables, 140 slots and video poker machines, a PokerPro digital touchscreen table). It is served by Casino Bar and has a separate non-smoking area. In 2023, HAL conducted 5 wet-dock refurbishments to expand the casino space on its vessels in the Pinnacle-class (Nieuw Rotterdam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam) and Signature-class (Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam).

Since 2023, all HAL ships have pickleball courts (installed on the top deck) operated via an exclusive partnership with PPA-Professional Pickleball Association. HAL also offers complimentary beginner lessons (led by onboard instructors), sells branded pickleball starter kits (at the ship's retail shops) and Play Pickleball tutorial videos are included in the cabin TV programming.

Itineraries

MS Koningsdam itinerary program started with the inaugural season in Europe, and the Maiden Voyage (April 8, 2016) from Civitavecchia-Rome . The European deployment included itineraries in the Mediterranean and Baltic seas, British Isles and Northern Europe (out of Amsterdam ). Folloed the Transatlantic repositioning crossing to homeport Fort Lauderdale Florida USA (November 2016) for roundtrips to Caribbean and Bahamas. The itineraries (7-10-11-day) visited popular island destinations like Jamaica, Barbados, Bahamas ( Half Moon Cay ), Mexico (Cozumel), Aruba, Grand Cayman, Grand Turk, Key West FL .

Due to the Coronavirus crisis, Holland America paused Koningsdam for 19 months (March 2020 thru October 2021). The ship restarted (on Oct 10th) with California Coastal and Mexican Riviera voyages out of homeport San Diego . For summer 2022 was scheduled an Alaskan season with homeporting in Vancouver BC Canada .

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The Koningsdam ship was named after HM Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands (Holland's current king). The ship’s name means "Koning" (king, in Dutch), and "dam" is traditional for the HAL ships suffix. The vessel (Fincantieri Marghera Yard number 6241) is powered by four MAK marine diesel engines (model 12V43C) with combined power output 50,4 MW. The propulsion system is based on two ABB Azipods (azimuth thrusters) with combined output 28 MW.

On February 26, 2015, was held the keel-laying / coin ceremony at the Fincantieri Marghera Shipyard (near Venice ). On March 31, 2016, the vessel was launched (floated out from drydock) and officially delivered to Holland America Line on April 1 (a week ahead of schedule).

On April 18 was officially announced the name of Koningsdam's Godmother - Queen Máxima of the Netherlands. Holland America has 11 of its ships christened by Dutch Royal Family members. In 2010 Máxima (then only Princess) named the Nieuw Amsterdam ship. Holland's previous Queen (Beatrix) named Eurodam in 2008.

On May 20, 2016, in Port Rotterdam (Holland) was held ship's naming ceremony. On May 23, 2016, HAL officially announced the name for its second Pinnacle-class vessel ((Koningsdam's sistership) - Nieuw Statendam  (launched in 2018).

The Koningsdam ship design is created by both "Tihany Design” (New York, USA) and "Yran & Storbraaten Architects AS” (Oslo, Norway). The vessel boasts 2-level theatre (named "World Stage"), 3-decks high Atrium, powered by Microsoft "Digital Workshop", numerous (including new for HAL) dining options, bars and lounges, expanded kids and teens clubs, the huge "Greenhouse Spa", the "Sea View" adults-only retreat.

Inaugural itineraries 2016

Following the repositioning from builder's shipyards (in Marghera/Venice to Civitavecchia-Rome) started Koningsdam's Inaugural cruise season in the Mediterranean Sea. It started with 7-day "Premiere Voyage" (roundtrip from Rome) followed by a series of 12-day "Premiere Sailing" itineraries (April-May 2016).

(Itinerary 2016 / April 8 to 15) Koningsdam's "Inaugural Cruise" was a 7-day roundtrip from Civitavecchia-Rome visiting Croatia (Dubrovnik), Greece (Corfu), Albania (Sarande), Greece (Katakolon-Olympia) and Italy (Naples).

In November 2016, Koningsdam started its Caribbean cruise itinerary program leaving from homeport Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale) Florida . Caribbean itineraries offered roundtrips from the USA to ports in the Bahamas, Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean.

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Cruise review: Holland America Koningsdam Norse Legends, a cruise for young and old

By Dilvin Yasa | 4 years ago

I hate cruising. I mean, I've never actually been, but I'm fairly certain I will hate the idea of being trapped on what appears to be a floating RSL for days at a time with no end in sight.

It was with this thought pattern racing around my mind that I boarded a Holland America Line ship for a media day lunch… and promptly changed my thinking once and for all. Instead of wall-to-wall poker machines, psychedelic carpet patterns and broom closets rebranded as 'state rooms', I was delighted (and let's face it, shocked) to discover chic restaurants, spacious rooms filled with crisp white linen and clean navy lines, and friendly, aesthetically pleasing common spaces I would want to hang out in. Add to that a kids club and I was sold. We booked the Holland America Line Koningsdam Norse Legends cruise, a seven-day adventure around Norway's fjords, to celebrate my 40th birthday. 

Boarding the gargantuan ship (capacity: 2,650 passengers) in Amsterdam, I'm excited yet a little nervous about what's in store. Unlike Royal Caribbean or Princess, Holland America Line isn't exactly known for any kind of focus on young families – but this is precisely the reason I chose it (that and the food, which I'll get to).

Everywhere around us, baby boomers are clutching activity sheets and fussing about Digital Workshops (you can learn how to use Windows 10, I'm told) to Become Your Own Winemaker lessons and I immediately relax, content in the knowledge that the worst thing that can happen on this cruise is an errant elbow on the dance floor when too much enthusiasm is displayed during a Rolling Stones hit. What could be better for the kids? 

My first eureka moment occurs the minute the door to our state room is swung open and I find a generous layout, heavy on crisp white linen and a decent-sized window taking in the scenery outside. There's a queen bed for my husband and I, a sofa bed which folds out of a night time to become a double bed, a secret bunk bed which drops down from the ceiling when you need it so there's plenty of space for us both to hang out during the day, but also sleep at night. Add to that not one, but two bathrooms (one with tub), large wardrobe compartments, a flat screen with a solid selection of in-house movies (not sure about it screening Norwegian disaster movie The Wave , a chill-you-to-the-bone flick about a tsunami that wipes out the destination our cruise is headed to), and a steady supply of fruit and flowers.

The second moment comes when we head upstairs to Lido Market, the ship's buffet-style dining room where all manner of cuisine is served.

Mountains of lobster and rib-eye (served by staff) vie for our attention with boards of sushi, carvery feasts, Indian Nirvana and desserts as far as the eye can see. The problem? Each dish we taste is fantastic without exception and included in the cost of the cruise so that if you don't want to pay the supplementary charges (minimal) to dine at any of HAL's diners you don't have to.

To miss them would be a mistake however; over the course of our week, we book in for meals at each of the following: Pinnacle Grill where are dine on King Salmon from Alaska and beef from Washington State; Canaletto, which is an authentic, family-friendly Italian restaurant located right next to Lido Market; Culinary Arts Center which features all-American favourites such as lobster mac n' cheese and fried chicken; and Sel de Mer – a seafood brasserie filled with French classics.

We don't get a chance to venture to the Dining Room, but we enjoy Tamarind, a chic, southeast Asian restaurant with sweeping views, so much that we eat there several times. The meal options don't end there of course; if you're still feeling peckish (You should really look into that), you can enjoy a little something extra poolside at New York Deli and Pizza, Grand Dutch Café or by calling in for some in-room dining. 

Entertainment

To burn off all of that food, there must be activity and fortunately, a lengthy menu outlining activities and attractions across the ship is delivered to our door daily. I should note that this particular cruise only has two days at sea – first on its way across to Norway and the other on the way back – but it would appear that even if you were at sea day after day, one would never get bored.

Performing nightly are B.B King's Blues Club (home of the errant baby-boomer elbow), billboard onboard, Lincoln Center Stage – each set enough to get you into such a tizz that you gush over the performers when they make the mistake of sitting down next to you at dinner the following evening.

Not into music? Perhaps you'd prefer poolside movies, an LGBT meet-up, or joining O's Reading Room, Oprah's book club (they're currently reading and discussing one of Winfrey's 2018 Book Club selections: An American Marriage). 

We work our way through the list, and after having vetoed 'Relieve pain and aid digestion with Chinese herbs' classes and 'Embellished t-shirt collection' showcases, we discover a few activities which come out on top: Scotch tasting evenings, BBC Earth Experiences which pairs BBC's sublime nature documentaries with a live orchestra, information sessions about Norway, and enjoying cocktails at Crow's Nest, a scenic upper deck bar and lounge. 

So what then of the kids? Happily they too are having a whale of a time ensconced in Club HAL, the ship's kids club. Open until 11pm (hooray!), the kids are not only taken to the occasional performance such as BBC Earth Experience, but they spend their time making artwork, enjoying karaoke and playing with the other kids.

Although the ship doesn't have a wealth of child-friendly activities – no waterslides, ice-skating rinks or rock-climbing walls to speak of, they're more than happy with the odd post-lunch dip in the Lido Pool and accompanying Jacuzzi, which are housed under a glass dome so they can be used rain, hail or shine. The Seaview pool, up on the deck, is restricted to adults only, but it's so cold and windy while we're on the ship that I don't see a single person use it all week. 

The itinerary

Day after day, we dock in the prettiest of fjord towns, taking in Eidfjord, Alesund, Geiranger and Bergen – a multitude of Journeys Ashore offered, from kayaking tours of the fjords and hiking trips to walking tours and farm visits.

Although Holland America Line will price-match any exact tour you find independently, we discover many of the activities we'd like to enjoy aren't really suitable for five-year-olds and so we go it alone. Scurrying off the ship at first light, we spend all day exploring new lands and making the most of Norway's culinary and cultural scene, before heading back to the ship in the evening to carry on to our next destination, deep in a level of comfort I'm happy to say we've quickly become accustomed to.

Would I take my young family on another Holland America Line cruise? Absolutely! Unlike many other cruises which are more about the kids, this was a holiday for each of us, with winning food, accommodation and activity options. In fact, we loved it so much, we're currently planning our next cruise to Alaska. Bring it on!

For further information about Holland America Line, its vessels and destinations, visit hollandamerica.com.au . 

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Koningsdam Review - Dec 15-22, 2019

By SumoCitrus , December 23, 2019 in Holland America Line

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Koningsam Review - Summary

Overall another enjoyable cruise with Holland America Line, but lessons were learned this time as detailed below. Some of the highlights: don't book an aft wrap , Club Orange is probably overrated , and the Neptune Lounge is a really great perk .

This was my third cruise overall and the second on Koningsdam. The first Koningdam cruise was to Norway in the Summer of 2018. This was my first time on K-Dam in the Carribbean. This is a beautiful ship as others have repeatedly stated. It's a nice size and while my favorite ship is Nieuw Amsterdam, I would gladly sail Koningsdam again.

Embarkation

Boarding at Port Everglades was a snap. We arrived around 11am and our names were checked off a paper list. We then went through security and entered the usual boarding queue. As Neptune Suite guests, we went to the front of the line. We had our key cards in less than 3 minutes and were directed to a separate waiting area. Boarding started at 11:30am and we were some of the first people on the ship.

We went immediately to our cabin 8195 which is an aft wrap Neptune Suite. I generally do not like the cabins on Koningsdam because I feel they are smaller. This cabin was no exception. Aside from the fact that it had a wrap balcony, there was nothing special about this cabin. It was like a BC or other vista suite category. The shower was tiny. My other time on Koningsdam we were in 6001 and this cabin felt similar.

As usual, our room stewards were amazing and always kept the cabin spotless and well stocked.

WARNING about this cabin : The aft location makes for some terrible shaking, pitching, and rocking in rough seas which we had. I barely slept a few nights. Also, there is substantial creaking in this cabin and vibration from the propulsion. On the plus side, the A/C kept the cabin freezing which I like. We did not smell cigarette smoke from the Lido deck but the sound of dragging chairs was noticeable and occasionally I could smell smoke from the engines while on the balcony. I would not book this cabin again and recommend you avoid it. It is also very far from the Neptune Lounge.

The bed was also firmer than I remember and there were no "deluxe bedding" or "premium chocolate turndown" as advertised (see photo). Just regular old sheets and the boring 1 inch chocolate squares.

Neptune Lounge

This is one of the better perks of being in a Neptune Suite. The concierge is great and can take care of pretty much anything on the ship from reservations to problems with your cabin. We were missing our Club Orange tote bags so I reported this to the concierge. They were immediately delivered to the room after the request. There is an honor bar, champagne on certain nights, and snacks. They also have a nice cappuccino/espresso machine that I used daily.

We didn't really get to attend sail away because it was delayed. I believe this was in part to accommodate passengers from NA that had the azipod issue. We didn't sail until a little after 6pm and by that time it was dark and trivia was starting. Before we left, Adventure of the Seas gave us a close shave and we had fun waving and shouting to the passengers on that ship. It was lots of fun.

Destinations

We sailed to Grand Turk, San Juan PR, St. Thomas, and Half Moon Cay. HMC was cancelled because of high winds and so the Captain just took us sailing around the Bahamian waters so that the casino could open. No free drinks that I was aware of. Kind of disappointing. Port fees were refunded.

Grand Turk was very fun. On the way in we parked next to Carnival Elation which should have been called Carnival Oxidation due to all the rust. Yuck. They need to take better care of their aging fleet. We went on a snorkeling excursion that was totally worth it and lots of fun.

San Juan was interesting. We walked to El Morro and visited the old town. There is an airport (TJIG) right by the port and I found it interesting that the departing ships attempted to stay north of the runway centerline to avoid landing aircraft. It was a very busy area.

St. Thomas was beautiful. We rented a jeep and drove around the island visiting several beaches. It was very relaxing. Driving on the left side of the road was fun. We saw a neat stingray in the waters behind the ship.

HMC didn't happen unfortunately. The winds were really howling and the sea was rough. The last two days were "sea days" spent eating, drinking, and doing trivia. Not what I wanted but these things happen I suppose.

Sunsets were beautiful from the aft balcony and I was reminded how serene and powerful the sea is. Some of the views on the water are incredible.

I thought the food was better this trip than any prior HAL cruise. Even the Lido food seemed improved overall. We ate at Pinnacle Grill and enjoyed the steak and clothes line bacon. I had my favorite dessert - baked alaska.

At the MDR we did the 8pm dining on Deck 3 and found that to be much better than the earlier dining. While I usually don't like to eat dinner so late, at that time you just walk right up to your table and the pace of the service is faster. Also, Deck 3 is cooler and quieter than Deck 2. The MDR food was consistently good.

No Yum Yum Man but they did have the cart out.

Club Orange

I am not sure what to make of this. I think HAL is still trying to figure it out as well. We ate at "Club Orange" for two dinners. Mostly when we wanted to have a quieter dinner. The food is the same as the MDR menu with one added item each night and the option of having macaroni and cheese. The portions are larger than MDR and they try to fancy it up. I also felt the single glass wine pour at CO was more significant. I really can't figure out why anyone would want to add this to their cruise for a  per day  charge. It might make sense to charge people $10 per meal here just for the break from the MDR, but otherwise I don't see the benefit. We didn't purchase it separately but it was included because we were in a Neptune Suite.

I did get to do the CO behind the scenes tour which was fun. It's a B-deck tour of the ship's stores and the prep areas. Our tour guide was the provision master and he was very informative. I learned a few interesting tidbits:

• There are "VVIPs" on board who get almost whatever they want. I saw weird requests written down like "deliver a snickers bar cut into 3 pieces every afternoon" and other eccentric nonsense. There were about a dozen VVIP cabins written down. Sadly, ours was not one.
• The crew demands a special kind of rice. They will not eat the rice we are used to. The crew rice is a "no go" item that must be kept in stock.
• All of the bread except sliced bread is made from scratch and baked on board.
• The ship spends about $15,000-$20,000 per month on medicine. When asked what kind of medicine, I was told "all kinds" and was told the medical center was very well stocked.
• Despite the rumor, someone doesn't die onboard each cruise. We did visit the morgue (empty at the time) and I was informed that in about 13 years with HAL, the provision master has heard of only a few deaths on board.
• The coffee is different on European cruises because they find that European passengers have different tastes.
• With the exception of very long cruises, all food stores are taken at cruise origination. Nothing is delivered in the foreign ports. This is mainly due to quality control and cost.

By the way, the MDR salt and pepper shakers have a faint black and white ring at the top to denote salt or pepper. (see photo).

It wouldn't be a true review if I didn't complain a little. Here are my gripes:

• It feels like staffing has been cut back a little bit. I only ever saw one room steward at a time although supposedly there are two. There was also a decrease in Lido staff. I noticed many self serve stations in the Lido which was not what I am used to.
• The entertainment was terrible as usual. There was a dance show that was acceptable but the comedians were awful. HAL should not book comedians who bash the audience or spend 1/2 of their set talking about all of their accomplishments. Look, bud, if your Emmy nomination was worth anything, you wouldn't be performing on a cruise ship.
• I think only true Neptune Suites should be marketed as such. Make sure you check out photos of your cabin before selecting it. There are websites for this.
• The Lido pool was a mess with kids everywhere and wet floors. I suppose some of this cannot be avoided during the Christmas holiday.
• The winter train set was broken. The train just sat there. There is an entire compliment of engineers on board. You'd think they could fix it.
• The person doing trivia shouldn't make jokes at the expense of religious people. She regretted it immediately after saying it, but come on.
• The spa really messed up their schedule. It would be nice if pre-purchased spa treatments showed up on your itinerary. Mine did not.
• HAL is really going nuts with this "save the ocean" initiative. No more plastic straws, no more sugar packets, water in cans, and other silly things that just annoy passengers. There is even a video on your in-room TV where the CEO admits it is increasing costs for the company. As a stockholder, I do not appreciate this. I commend wanting to save the oceans, but the way to do it is to take better care of handling refuse and recycling. You can't tell me that a 1L glass water bottle is better for the environment than a plastic Evian bottle. Or that mining aluminum is better for the environment. Nonsense. And to use an appropriate pun, HAL has gone overboard with the feel good nonsense all while burning fuel oil like crazy.

I still really enjoy cruising HAL and I know I'll be back, but I think my next cruise will be on Celebrity just so I can make the comparison. We'll see.

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I also saw this hanging on one of the other cabin doors and thought it was adorable.

canadianbear

Great review and photos.  We’ve been on the Kongingsdam in total of over 40 days off and on and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again.  I agree with the majority of what you have said.  

We recently  spent 14 days on the Oosterdam in a Neptune and I also commented on my feelings about Club Orange.  However some really like it but others, like us, think it’s not only a money grab but kind of offensive to Neptune suite patrons and 4&5* Mariners.  

Thanks for your review.  

Gail & Marty sailing away

Thanks for the review.

Great review Sumo and photos. The salt and pepper shakers' differences are quite subtle, took me a minute to distinguish them. And the couple hanging that flag are far more wholesome and innocent than me. I noticed that the anchor should have been lower a bit to not cover a key part of the letter "E".

2 minutes ago, vicd1969 said: I noticed that the anchor should have been lower a bit to not cover a key part of the letter "E".

LOL thanks for pointing that out! Now I cannot unsee the "Nautical MILF"

Thank you for reviewing your cruise and sharing your photos.

To me, the biggest issue with this class ship is the lack of a real promenade deck.  I will give it a pass.

Not a promenade fan, so the Koningdam was perfect for us.

Thanks for your photos and review!

We will be on K'dam on the 2 January cuise, can i ask to the most expert one's h ow is common the cancellation of HMC? i've start to get into the idea that visit HMC in this period is almost impossible?

Thanks for the review. Going to Alaska on her next year.

Krazy Kruizers

Great review.

We also do not care for the aft wrap around suites.

Thank you for the pictures.

13 hours ago, vicd1969 said:  I noticed that the anchor should have been lower a bit to not cover a key part of the letter "E".

12 hours ago, SumoCitrus said:   LOL thanks for pointing that out! Now I cannot unsee the "Nautical MILF"

I can't unsee this now as well.  😮

Let's hope that they don't know what a MILF is and she is not "advertising". 

Thank you for your review, we will be on the Koningsdam soon and appreciate your insights.

Great report, thanks!

Great review and photos!

3rdGenCunarder

OP, I agree with your comments. I had a deck 7 aft wrap, and the motion, especially the "azipod shimmy" was annoying. The layout on deck 7 was different and much better/spacious than yours--I've never seen a Neptune aft wrap with the sofa, coffee table, and bed all squished together like that. (But I think deck 7 gets the prize for the tiniest shower.)  If there aren't pictures of your cabin, please post them on Halfacts so others can see how bad this one is.

Loved your comment on the comedian and his Emmy nomination. It's like Dancing with the Stars. If they really were "stars," would they have the time to spend weeks doing that show?

Lido deck main

Thank you for posting.  Good review and photos.

Kind of you to post your review. Wow ... dodged a bullet ... had an upgrade offer for you cabin but decided against it. Having had a Neptune on our last cruise in Australia and NZ, that would have been a disappointment to us. I agree with the Neptune Lounge being a great perk. We board the Koningsdam on Jan 2 so very much appreciated your review. We have only been on the Maasdam and Noordam so this will be quite different for us. The great service, however, will remain the same. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

DeeniEncinitas

Just finished your review this am over coffee! Thank you so much for your honesty. Our favorite HAL ship is The Nieuw and I so love the promenade decks!

Unfortunately for us the itinerary we want out of our home of San Diego RT Hawaii/Mexico is The Koningsdam! My objection is the lack of a wonderful promenade. But itinerary is what we want and so will be on her in a NS midship.

Not a fan for OC. Don’t care for the tote I will stick with the Neptune lounge and PG with Sel de Mar! My favorite photo?

The beautiful STING RAY 👍 👍 👍 👍

7 hours ago, dada.mv said: We will be on K'dam on the 2 January cuise, can i ask to the most expert one's h ow is common the cancellation of HMC? i've start to get into the idea that visit HMC in this period is almost impossible?

We have been lucky to never have had HMC cancelled.   No one can predict the weather so fingers crossed you’ll get there.  

BTW ... years ago on a Panama Canal cruise our first stop was HMC. It was in early February and we made it just fine. I was the Protestant chaplain on the ship that cruise and recall doing two renewal of vows ceremonies in the chapel on HMC. Sadly, my Protestant chaplain days are over as that was one of the cutbacks but that trip introduced us to HAL and we love the line.

Appreciated your review and photos as we sail on a 10-day Koningsdam cruise on Jan, 2nd. We had a discounted offer for Club Orange, but it just didn't see worth it. Couldn't find the value in it.

I agree you need to check out the Neptune Suites before booking them. After always having one on the same floor as the Neptune Lounge, we found ourselves (after having to book a NS guarantee in order to get a casino discount) with an aft one on the Oosterdam last Feb. and disliked it immensely. So far from everything and small.

12 hours ago, deck chair said: To me, the biggest issue with this class ship is the lack of a real promenade deck.  I will give it a pass. Deck Chair

We agree with that. We need a real promenade!!

Also the very poor entertainment!!

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