It's cruise day on the Holland America Koningsdam. What a luxury to be able to sleep in my own bed last night and have breakfast at home before going to the ship. My brother, E, had arrived last night around 5:30 pm which was 7 hours later than originally scheduled. We had a … [Read more...] about Koningsdam: Embarkation
Koningsdam: Next Vacation
A couple of weeks after our siblings cruise my brother called and asked if I would like to join him on a Holland America cruise leaving right from my home town. The ship was the Koningsdam and we just had to pay $200 each plus taxes and port fees for an ocean view cabin. The … [Read more...] about Koningsdam: Next Vacation
Oasis of the Seas: Final Thoughts and Ship Pics
My first Oasis class cruise was relaxing and I plan to take more in the future. Ship The neighborhood concept was innovative when Oasis of the Seas debuted and I liked how it spread out the passengers. Central Park My favorite area turned out to be Central Park. It truly … [Read more...] about Oasis of the Seas: Final Thoughts and Ship Pics
Oasis of the Seas: Debarkation
Today I had to leave Oasis of the Seas. Debarkation Morning I slept pretty good although I woke a couple of times and got up for good at 5 am. We were already pulling into Miami. The terminals are so pretty lit up and I appreciate Royal Caribbean having seasonal … [Read more...] about Oasis of the Seas: Debarkation
Oasis of the Seas: Sea Day 3
It's the final full day onboard and there's the usual air of sadness the trip is ending. I'm going to spend this sea day enjoying the pool and sun, packing and some more relaxing. Sea Day Morning I was up at my usual time (6 am) I went for coffee at promenade cafe. It was not … [Read more...] about Oasis of the Seas: Sea Day 3