Monthly Archives: January 2010

The next three posts

show what is very clearly a rarity in the world of cruising. SNOW! Sure, it can mess up flight plans to get you to the ship on time, but can it pile up on a cruise ship too? It sure … Continue reading

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More of the snow on Veendam

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The Veendam’s Retreat has a sunning pool

…or is that a snowing pool? I always forget…

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Tonight’s Veendam forecast…

…calls for snow. Lots and LOTS of snow!

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Vancouver, BC – 2 Weeks before the Olympics

Some AMAZING pictures from Vancouver, BC. Taken by Bert van Mackelenbergh, Hotel Manager, ms Statendam

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Happy Birthday today to the love of my life! You give my life so much meaning it may not otherwise have and I’m eternally grateful for everything you do!

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A Great Video from Australia

Guest Noel Bell who has submitted some great material to both the HAL Blog and my blog in the past is at it again with a GREAT new video from the Volendam this month! Check it out and you’ll get … Continue reading

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HOLLAND AMERICA LINE’S NEWEST SHIP ms NIEUW AMSTERDAM HIGHLIGHTS 2011 EUROPE SEASON

Seven ships to sail 100 departures to 162 ports of call Seattle, Wash., Jan. 25, 2010 — Holland America Line’s 2011 Europe season will feature the newest Signature-class ship, ms Nieuw Amsterdam, on popular Mediterranean sailings and more round-trip and … Continue reading

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Views of Rotterdam’s Retreat

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Nieuw Amsterdam Stateroom Update

Inside Stateroom, Likely Category J or K, Main Deck Unknown Area Verandah Stateroom Verandah Stateroom, same room but opposite angle

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