I Finally Tried Holland America... Here's the Unexpected Truth

I had no idea what to expect the first time I stepped onboard a Holland America ship, but it didn’t take long before a few things started to stand out. Some were subtle, some were impossible to miss, and all of them shaped how this cruise unfolded for us.

In this review of our HAL Koningsdam review, I share the moments that defined our week onboard and the details that actually matter if you’re trying to figure out whether the Koningsdam fits your style.

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00:00 Intro
01:02 Pricing
02:40 First Impressions
03:57 Cabin Experience
05:17 Around the Ship
07:52 The Alaska Experience
10:25 The Shift
11:31 Food & Dining
13:51 Entertainment
16:28 Service & Atmosphere
18:38 Next Time, I'll Know

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