Holland America Nieuw Statendam Ship Tour and Helpful Hints

A full, whirlwind tour of the Nieuw Statendam including some hints about booking certain cabin locations. I show you the various venues onboard and what activities occur in those venues as well as a look at the kids' club and more!

[@lynnblankenship4311]

I have watched A LOT of videos featuring this ship (we have an upcoming cruise in Feb 2025), but this is the first time anyone has demonstrated how to actually enter the sports court. It might seem silly to some, but I found it refreshingly helpful. Also love that you pointed out the shuffleboard equipment and showed the pickleball equipment - both examples of things other videos are simply missing. Thank you!

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks for the comment. I really appreciate the kind feedback. I just posted a new one that discusses some of the differences for Holland America. You may already know this if you have sailed a pinnacle class ship before, but it might be helpful: th-cam.com/video/6nVJbi3PXLs/w-d-xo.html

[@lmf8503]

Thanks for the tip about the Dutch Cafe. Did not know the food there was complimentary.

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks for the comment. I really appreciate the kind feedback. I just posted a new one that discusses some of the differences for Holland America. You may already know this if you have sailed a pinnacle class ship before, but you might find it helpful: th-cam.com/video/6nVJbi3PXLs/w-d-xo.html

[@iarpak]

Great, informative video. Excellent resource for someone planning to go in that ship. Your style is also very friendly and genuine. Much appreciated.

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks for the kind comments.

[@martyptx]

We are going on the Nieuw Statendam next month going to Norway, Iceland, and Scotland, round trip from Amsterdam. This was a great introduction video, providing a lot a good information and tips. I really like your style. Happy to have found your channel. Thanks. -Marty

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Welcome to the channel. Thanks for subscribing. We went to Norway last year in June and they were having a heat wave. We packed mostly all long sleeves, and were unprepared for the warm temperatures. We booked the Royal Caribbean Jewel of the Seas as it had the itinerary and dates we wanted. I have some posts of our ports in Norway (Gerainger, Honingsvaag, Alesund, Flam) and also what we did in Amsterdam pre-cruise if you are interested.

[@jeremysherylcruiseadventures]

Thank you for sharing! We're going on HAL for the first time on Nieuw Statendam next year. New sub here.

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks so much for subscribing. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

[@VickiBlack-ue1yq]

Terrific job, Shirley. I can't wait for my upcoming cruise on the Nieuw Statendam!

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks for the comment. I really appreciate the kind feedback. I just posted a new one that discusses some of the differences for Holland America. You may already know this if you have sailed a pinnacle class ship before, but you might find some helpful info: th-cam.com/video/6nVJbi3PXLs/w-d-xo.html

[@pinksix5888]

Nice job Shirley! I enjoyed your video presentation!

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks!

[@LeeanneQuinlivan]

Thank you Shirley. We are on the ship in a few weeks and this was very helpful :)

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thanks for the comment. I really appreciate the kind feedback. I just posted a new one that discusses some of the differences for Holland America. You may already know this if you have sailed a pinnacle class ship before, but it might be helpful: th-cam.com/video/6nVJbi3PXLs/w-d-xo.html

[@pamelabarber1033]

Thanks beautiful ship I’ll be on this ship 2025

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Hope you love it like I did!

[@kellykellykelly8744]

Hey Shirley. Great video. Did you see any cabin doors decorated on the outside? Was hoping we could decorate ours. 🚢⚓

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

I’m sorry, I don’t remember. I think there were some.

[@wfodavid]

I think you have a wonderful channel and you highlight things no one else has, but your audio isn't where it should be. Look forward to more videos!

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Thank you for the kind comments and helpful critique. I need to research best microphones to use with iPhone and with iMac. It may be a couple of months before you see an improvement since I have several in process, but I will definitely work to implement better audio in the future.

[@dannypaquot8650]

Hello Shirley, I have booked a cruise on this ship, for the first time with Holland America. Can you tell me, if it will be possible to obtain a table, only for two people in the main dining room ?

[@shirleysjourneys9505]

Ask your travel agent to select your dining time and table for two. If for some reason you don’t get it, see the Matre’d on day one to ask to be changed. If you have open seating instead of a fixed time, just ask for a table for two. If there is not one available, they can give you a pager.

[@dannypaquot8650]

@@shirleysjourneys9505 thank you very much for your answer, have a great afternoon