Rotterdam

Thanks to HAL guest Erwin Lubbers for sending in this serene photo from his recent Rotterdam cruise. This photo was taken aboard Rotterdam, while we were on the North Sea for our Jewels of the Baltic cruise.

Thanks to Human Resources Managers Julie and Annemarie for sending in photos of Veendam and Rotterdam’s 4th of July celebrations, respectively.

We would like to compliment this staff member who made our cruise last week to Norway with ms Rotterdam. The help from her and the other members of the front office was marvelous. Thank you all! — Family de Haan, Rotterdam

It was a bright sunny day when we boarded a motor coach from Flam, Norway. We embarked on an hour long, scenic journey through lush mountain valleys and past snowcapped peaks to the church at Borgund. While on the way, we passed through the longest road tunnel in the world, which is 15 miles long,…   read more of “Exploring the…”

It sounds far away, but in reality January 2014 is right around the corner. Well, it certainly is if you’re planning on booking our 51-day Spice Route to Singapore Collectors’ Voyage on ms Rotterdam! Imagine visiting ports in Portugal, Spain, Malta, Turkey, Greece, Egypt, Oman, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. Not to mention…   read more of “Spice Route to…”

Rotterdam‘s Hotel Director Jessica Schumann did well in her ultramarathon which was held last month. She finished the 45 mile (73KM) in 9:53:12 and ended as 27th in her age group. Here is a photo from Jessica during her brutal race – well done Jessica! As far as my race is concerned, that is scheduled…   read more of “Hotel Director…”

Here are some beautiful shots of Geiranger Fjord, Norway. These were taken at 6:00 am as Rotterdam sailed into port.