Maasdam Review
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MAASDAM – SOUTH PACIFIC CROSSING – 27 Sept to 21 Oct 2017
Embarkation and disembarkation:
We arrived at the dock at around 11.30 a.m. and we were in our cabin within 20 minutes which was just incredible. Everything was so smooth and organised thanks to completion of all documentation on line prior to the cruise. Service was smooth and efficient and we were not entitled to any priority boarding. Disembarkation was equally smooth – we expected a bun fight to get off the ship, but again this was extremely well organised and we were through customs and immigration and onto our coach to the Airport for transfers within 30 minutes. Could not fault any of it.
Cabin Review
Verandah Suite
We were in Stateroom 063 a vista suite on the Navigation deck. The cabin was clean and comfortable and had lots of storage in two double sized wardrobes with dozens of hangers, 13 good sized drawers (including two each side of the bed) and two shelves as well as a dressing table and fridge which was set up as a mini-bar. The balcony was a good size and the stateroom felt spacious and we did not feel crowded at any time. We do not usually have room service for breakfast or any other meals so cannot comment on that but our steward was one of the best we have ever had. We were just to the rear of the Aft elevators and we had no noise whatsoever from any quarter. The cabin was very convenient for the Seaview pool and deck and just one flight of stairs from the Lido deck so very close to most things. Our bathroom was cosy with just one vanity with two small shelves on the wall and a large shelf underneath that ran all the way along so plenty of space for all your toiletries. The bath was quite deep with a good shower overhead and there were plenty of grab rails and a non-slip mat for inside the bath so there is little chance of slipping if you take usual care. Toiletries were Elemis in dispenser bottles. Shampoo, Shower Gel and Condition in the bath area and body lotion and tissues on the vanity.
Port Reviews
San Diego
Really surprised at San Diego - expected a concrete jungle with sand but get out of the CBD and its beautiful and the people are so friendly they make all the difference. It was extremely easy to get around and very convenient for walking to most things from our hotel. We pre-booked the Midway Museum Tour ourselves prior to the cruise and really enjoyed it. Went to La Jolla as well and would have loved a couple more days to see Coronado Island and also the Zoo so next time will spend 5 days pre cruise instead of just three.
Dravuni Island
Beautiful coral bombies with lots of fish not too far off shore. Need to be a confident swimmer as the water is too deep to stand in around the coral outcrops.