Alaska 2023 with Holland America - Part 1: On Board the HAL Eurodam

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Alaska 2023 with Holland America - Part 1: On Board the HAL Eurodam

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Part 1 of a review of the Holland America Eurodam Alaska Inside Passage cruise. Part 1 covers the cruising experience on the HAL Eurodam - look for part 2 (Alaska Itinerary) and part 3 (Detailed Suite Review)
Keywords:
Holland America Line, Eurodam, Alaska Cruise
Chapters:
00:00 - 02:20 Introduction
02:20 - 04:50 Embarkation
04:50 - 09:00 Accommodation
09:00 - 17:10 Eurodam Ship Tour
17:10 - 24:00 Dining Options
24:00 - 25:55 Entertainment/Activities
25:55 - 26:40 Service
26:40 - 10:10 Conclusions/Wrap-up
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@loudelk99 4 күн бұрын

Took this ship last october to Alaska. I was on a budget so I had an interior cabin (no window, no balcony.) But the bed was comfortable, the food was outstanding, shipboard activities were great. All in all it was the best vacation i have had in years.

@gwebster65 4 күн бұрын

That’s awesome. Thanks for sharing.

@kellyb6738 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for all the much needed information you included here! Great video!

@gwebster65 12 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@leenoble796 Жыл бұрын

You chose the best line and the best ship. We are s he scheduled on European December 9 - 20 weeks in the Caribbean in a Neptune. We always sail HAL and will never jump ship to another line. HOOKED

@JLG118 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! Very well organized and most helpful video.

@user-oo3uj5ku9r Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you so much. It's been awhile since I've been on HAL!

@robinluby Жыл бұрын

I’m leaving from Seattle on this ship June 17th and I’m so excited.

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

You will have a blast!

@jhollie8196 Жыл бұрын

Sailed on her in Sept 2022 and loved the ship, entertainment and food. Wish I could say the same with cruises on other ships in HAL fleet. Since our first experience with the Neptune suites, we now pick our sailings based on Neptune suite availability. Pinnacle Suite is on bucket list. Doing Aft Neptune suite on Koingsdam in April 2024. Looking forward to it Neptune Lounge also great. Safe sailings and thanks for sharing

@gadgilanurag Жыл бұрын

Hi, thank you for sharing. My wife and I are first-time cruisers having booked 7-day cruise on Eurodam this September. Could you please let me know how crowded was the ship? Considering it is a shoulder season I expect it to be not too busy. Also, we are also worried about being seasick. Thank you for your help.

@vanl5185 6 ай бұрын

Very thorough! Thank you

@gwebster65 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@lynnewolters8411 Жыл бұрын

I embark on this ship for the same cruise in 8 days. This video stoked my enthusiasm and anticipation. Thanks!

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

You will have a great time. I am currently putting together part 2 (Alaska focus) - should be posted by the weekend.

@lisagibson3794 Жыл бұрын

My son and I were on this boat May 20-27th 2023 for a trip to Alaska. Had a blast.

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

Glad you had a good time and thanks for watching.

@danielrose7872 11 ай бұрын

Excellent review. Very informative. Thanks

@gwebster65 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@catherinethecarnivorern8333 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome! Going next week and have a Neptune suite on deck 7, can’t wait to see the rest of your videos!!

@alisayoung Жыл бұрын

You should be back by now... How was it?

@catherinethecarnivorern8333 Жыл бұрын

It was the best vacation ever! Neptune suite and the perks really added to the whole experience!

@alisayoung Жыл бұрын

@@catherinethecarnivorern8333 I just booked Neptune suite for may 2024. Which excursions should I get. Anything I need to keep in mind. Any things I should bring besides the normal stuff?

@catherinethecarnivorern8333 Жыл бұрын

@@alisayoung awesome!!! We did the sea plane out of Juneau to Taku lodge, not good if afraid of heights or flying but if you’re not it was amazing! We also did an ATV trail in Ketchikan that I don’t recommend, took the whole time there and the ATV’s kept breaking down. Bring layers, long light raincoat that can go over layers. Hat, gloves, scarf. We were lucky and really had no rain but that is not the norm!

@westhavenor9513 Жыл бұрын

Charging for soda in the mini frig when you purchased a drink package is pretty chintzy

@essferg85 9 ай бұрын

Great video with lots of good info! One bit of feedback: sometimes it was hard to hear you talking over the music.

@gwebster65 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip and for watching.

@matthowe5193 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the details. This was very well done. Am considering whether to depart from Seattle or Vancouver!

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

no experience with the Vancouver version, but if I’m sure it’s great also.

@ricardogarciajr9366 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for such a fine and detailed review. I have a question. What were the showtimes when you were on board?

@gwebster65 2 ай бұрын

For the World Stage evening shows, mostly 7:30 and 9:30, but there are various other music, comedy and other acts going on at different times also.

@trainsplanesandotherthings5187 Жыл бұрын

Nicely done video.

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

Thanks - glad you enjoyed it.

@luiswollenweber931 Жыл бұрын

We cruise same week. Our Neptune suite was big than your. Maybe because you have corner suite.

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

Yes, apparently if you want the corner balcony, you have to settle for a smaller suite.

@purplgrits7916 Жыл бұрын

Nice video, I was on Eurodam 2 weeks ago but got COVID and isolated for 5 days. I hardly got to see anything. 😞

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that, but glad you enjoyed the video.

@joshuasalter1 6 ай бұрын

Excellent presentation. Just booked the same cruise for Aug 24 as part of our honeymoon so thank you for the insight. Also, may I ask where your accent is from?

@gwebster65 6 ай бұрын

Many thanks. Hope you have a great time. The accent is a Brit who's been living in the US for a few years.

@dogthewalker8071 2 ай бұрын

8:37 Did you find that the dark tinted glass was a distraction on the balcony?

@gwebster65 2 ай бұрын

Not at all.

@cherylpacholek2391 Жыл бұрын

Loved your video about Eurodam. We have just completed 22 days on Niew Statendam(bigger than Eurodam) in Europe and Norway. We loved our trip- but at times the public areas on the ship felt very crowded- could you please tell me if that was the case on a smaller ship?

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

The only place that sometimes got a bit crowded was the Lido buffet, but never really bad. We never really felt crowded.

@jasperandgracetan6532 3 ай бұрын

Did you purchase internet package ? Does the US phone provider have signal on the ship?

@gwebster65 3 ай бұрын

Yes. One piece of advice...PUT YOUR PHONE IN AIRPLANE MODE AND JUST USE WIFI. Whenever you are outside standard carrier coverage, your phone will connect to the ship's own cellphone network and the usage charges are horrendous!

@ambertownsend5573 Жыл бұрын

When is part 3 coming? We are taking this cruise in August and have a Neptune Suite.

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

Just completing part 2 (Alaska focus). Will be working on the Neptune suite review next - probably 2-3 days.

@user-fi3pz3ij9u Жыл бұрын

QUESTION: Does the Eurodam have a Music Walk?

@gwebster65 Жыл бұрын

Not sure what qualifies as the official "music walk", but Eurodam has BB Kings, Billboard Onboard and the world stage all in close proximity and there's usually something happening at all 3 in the evening. Hope that helps.