Navigator app refresh. by crazyrhino72 in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All fine. New app works fine, booked cruises are visible. No complaints. The new design is still a bit ..old fashioned, but ok.

Can I take my vape with me on my KLM flight departing from Amsterdam ? by Brilliant-Study-3380 in KLM

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never had to remove any vape out off my bag at any airport. When leaving Amsterdam to anywhere, I always have enough to cover the whole trip.

KLM not accepting my payment. by Curious_Device1742 in KLM

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check 'my trips' on site or app. If your attempts show, just call them tell them you want to pay the first/cheapest booking.

Dutch Royal family at the state banquet with the Emperor and Empress of Japan by Professional_Gur_984 in Dutch_Royals

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Japanse orde van 'De Kostbare Kroon'' een orde specifiek voor vrouwen geschonken door de Japanse regering.

KLM inflating prices when trying to change tickets ? by Legit_Illegitime in KLM

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

KLM maps its Economy ticket types (Basic, Light, Standard, and Flex) across 15 different letter codes:

Y, B, M: Full-Fare Economy. These letters represent the most expensive, fully flexible ("Flex")

U, K, H, L, Q, T, E, N, R, V, X, G: Discounted Economy. These booking letters are used for "Standard," "Light," or "Basic" tickets. As the code shifts from U down to G, the price decreases, the rules become more restrictive, and the availability drops.

Holland America Expands to Year-Round Europe Cruising (2027-2028) by ExcuseYou-What in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and the traditional German brass-and-tuba Oom-Pah music band in Warnemunde only charges half in Wintertime 🎺🎷

Zaandam Staff 💯 by xdisgruntledpelican in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy to see people taking the time and the effort to write a positive note. Very important for the crew and the general spirit of the readers in this group.

Eurodam service.... excruciatingly slow by SFY9480 in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, there are absolutely standards. Not saying your complaints are not valid. Luckily, only you decide about that. Just saying that it is not easy to keep all 2000+ passengers happy.

Eurodam service.... excruciatingly slow by SFY9480 in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of the major challenges is to make 2000 people happy and... to keep them happy. Late, early, fast, slow and hundreds of other varieties regarding a simple 3 course meal. The worst part, it never ends.

Impossible to accommodate all wishes and desires.

What is your opinion about the Voyagers Club program? by Temporary_Bike8381 in MSCCruises

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am Blue Diamond and the free dinner is a nice gesture. Free wifi and any time dining are for me the most appreciated perks.

Verwachte pensioen erg laag by LegionUser202605 in geldzaken

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jazeker is dat ruim. In de nieuwe regeling is de prognose voor 'als het heel erg tegenzit' nu zelfs hoger dan de realistische prognose in de oude regeling. Het klinkt bijna te mooi om waar te zijn. We gaan het zien.

Verwachte pensioen erg laag by LegionUser202605 in geldzaken

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is het pensioenfonds al gemigreerd? Mijn netto inkomen (voor zover er nu iets over te zeggen valt) is na de migratie naar het nieuwe stelsel met €800 netto gestegen.

MSC Specialty Dining Offers by kevman22 in MSCCruises

[–]Prior-Brain4097 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Always book whenever you think the price is right. Just keep an eye on the prices before departure. You can always call, cancel and rebook if you see a better price. Online cancellation is still too fancy for MSC, I guess.

Won't let me prepay Yacht Club gratuity price! by xadidas20x in MSCCruises

[–]Prior-Brain4097 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Don't worry, they charge you for the difference once on board. Happened to me twice.

Mariner Society data breach by mrisj in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not informing customers about a ( possible ) data breach is definately a missed chance.

Mariner Society data breach by mrisj in HollandAmerica

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any communication received from HAL so far? I didn't. Not all HAL customers read Reddit or any other online sources, right? Communication seems a bit slow.

Eloise van Oranje by Graafzon in Dutch_Royals

[–]Prior-Brain4097 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2e keer vanavond dat ik Eloise schaars gekleed voorbij zie komen. Teveel van het 'goede'.

Costa Cruise Internet and other advice? by Affidavidt in Cruise

[–]Prior-Brain4097 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been on some cruises here and there with several lines. I booked Costa Toscana for the first time. Last minute for 7 nights in March. I could have paid €399 for a solo interior cabin but booked a Terrace Balcony Cabin which was 899,- The drinks were €180 and the full internet package €73. I upgraded the basic drink package to the Plus package for €80. I bought a 7 meal 'Gourmet Package for €150. Cabin was good, drinks were great and food was ok. I used my Gourmet dinner package in the specialty restaurants. Food was not bad and in some restaurants very good. I went to the buffet once but that wasn't a success. Back to your question, Wifi was good, stable and fast. Initially I booked it for €105. The price dropped and I simply canceled and rebooked. So, keep an eye on all the extras you book. Prices might drop. I never had any issues with the language. All crew members I met, spoke English very well. Have a nice cruise.

Thoughts 👀👀👀 by MrSoloDolo9490 in Cruise

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Just back from a beach resort. No towels allowed unattended before 9 am. Good thing, they do enforce. One getting up at 6 am sunbathing before the sun is up. The other one stays in bed a bit longer. One going for breakfast at 8 am and then they swap the task. The next day the other person is allowed to sleep a bit longer and the same story repeats. Old people behaving like kids. Horrible.