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"Rosalie B." wrote in message
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> I don't understand why he said they couldn't wear shorts in the buffet,
> but
> he (the dentist) seemed to be a bit cranky. - didn't like the food,
> didn't
> like the shows. Although he did like Bermuda.
Well, I'm glad he liked SOMETHNG! LOL!
> I have been on the Nieuw Amsterdam, but it was a long time ago, in the
> days
> when there was a first class (first class pool, first class dining room),
> and tourist class (which we were). In the days when the bathtubs were in
> separate rooms and you had to make an appointment and the steward drew
> your
> bath. And you had reserved chairs, and played Bingo, and canasta, and
> they
> had horse racing (a dice game).
The HAL Ships have all been re-done (Maasdam on 2006) with what they call
*Signature of Excellence* They are not at all like what you posted above!
They are quite elegant in style but not pretentious so it makes one
uncomfortable. I'm quite sure you are going to like their ship!
I last stayed at the Hampton Inn in Chicago at the airport, but that was
quite a few years ago, so I can't comment on the duvets. But they are really
comfy and nice when the air is on at night. Your husband sounds a wee bit
fussy!! ;-) That comfortable mattress will win him over!
>>What is your itinerary?
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> From Norfolk to the Caribbean and then from Norfolk a repositioning cruise
> to Ft. Lauderdale.
Sounds wonderful! Is this the one where you leave Dec.22nd and return
Jan.4th? That is one great itinerary with lots of nice ports of call...The
ship should be really decorated for Christmas and I really envy you!!
> I'm hoping that I will be able to get my daily computer fix on board. If
> I
> can, I will be happy.
I don't know how expensive that may be onboard..You might try the island
internet places...I'm spoiled, as on Princess, one of the Platinum perks is
free intenet, so when I'm on other lines, I find cheap internet cafes in the
ports.
You are going to have a wonderful time!!! I can't wait to read your review
when you return.
--Jean
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