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There is a greater emphasis on learning something new with an interesting guest speaker programme. There have been some recent enhancement under the name Signature of Excellence, which includes fully-stocked mini bars, more flexible dining options and fruit in cabins.
The cruise line runs its own training school in Indonesia and while the staff are friendly and keen to please, service is not as slick as on other lines. However, this is being addressed with the recent introduction of HAL’s Signature of Excellence programme, which promises a greater attention to service.SuitabilityWould suit anyone who wants a traditional and stylish cruise experience that is nevertheless quite Americanised.
Family options on this ship have been enhanced recently, so it is worth considering for different generations of families who want to holiday together. However, for young families travelling alone, there are much better equipped ships on other lines.
For older women travelling alone, there are the traditional gentlemen host dance partners on board.Hints & Tips15% gratuity is automatically charged to drinks bills.
Tips are at the discretion of passengers and not added automatically.
Free popcorn in the cinema.
Coffee, ice cream and bar snacks are free.
Reservations are required for the alternative dining room.
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Ship Info Year Entered Service: 1997 Onboard Currency: USD Nationality of Crew: Dutch officers; Indonesian crew; Indonesian/Filipino staff No. of Crew: 644 No. of Passengers: 1316 Tonnage: 62000 Passenger/crew ratio: 2.0 Passenger/space ratio: 47.1 Cruise Line's Website:
www.hollandamerica.com
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