I've been on plenty of cruises. Costa, Princess, Oceania, Crystal, and most recently Holland America. They've varied in luxury from average to sensational. You probably know where these cruises rated in my opinion. I just returned from a seven-day cruise on Holland America's, 2600 passenger, Koningsdam ship. It was built in 2016. It is beautiful. All the common areas are gorgeous, and the staterooms are comfortable and well thought out. I shared a room with Barbara, and we had plenty of space for all our stuff.
Regina had organized a fund raising cruise for City of Hope. About 10 us of went, and we had a ball. We all did our own thing during the day, but got together for several evening dinners. There was organized mah jongg available for the group, and lessons and duplicate bridge games every afternoon for the bridge players. Everyone found something to do.
Dinner at the specialty restaurants, Pinnacle and Rudi's, were really special. I think the dinner at Rudi's was memorable! Beef tartare to start, dover sole as an entree, and salzburg nacharal for dessert. I was stuffed, but happy! Pinnacle was steaks and seafood with all the trimmings, and again delicious, but not memorable.
Sure, there were a few things that I didn't like about the cruise ship, but when you get down to it, it's the people you travel with that make the trip. We had a great group. Regina is a great leader. The great showers and the great french toast for breakfast were always top of mind when something went wrong, like the TV not working on Election Night.
So, yes, I've been on ships with better food, better entertainment, and better organization, but it's all about the people. We were with a great group, and had a great time.
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