Our Bucket List Cruise Wasn't What We Expected. Here's Why

We spent 12 days onboard Holland America's newest cruise ship, Rotterdam. Although we booked our Panama Canal cruise months ahead of time, due to several changes (both good & bad), we weren't sure what to expect onboard this cruise ship & in the ports of call. Would this be the best cruise ever or would we be dissapointed?

In this video I share a Holland America Rotterdam cruise ship review. We look at the ship's entertainment, dining, cabins, cruise ports of call & more! In this cruise vlog I also share what we did in the cruise ports of call during our Caribbean & Panama Canal cruise.

We were upgraded from a balcony cabin (veranda) to a Vista Suite. We also booked Holland America's Club Orange. In this cruise vlog, I share a Rotterdam cruise ship tour & review, along with HAL cruise tips you'll want to know.

These cruise travel tips will help as you plan a Panama Canal cruise or any HAL cruise vacation.

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ABOUT ME
Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams!

Please note that I do not sell cruises on Life Well Cruised. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. I share my own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travellers, which I hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.

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