The cosmopolitan cities and rich traditions of the Far East unfold for guests on Holland America Line’s Westerdam when the ship embarks on its 2019-20 season in Asia. From September 2019 through April 2020, Westerdam extensively explores Cambodia, China, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam on cruises ranging from 13 to… read more of “Holland America…”
Below are some pictures from Manila on March 9 with all the families coming on board to visit Amsterdam during our call. As you can see, with over 1,500 visitors expected it was a busy but fantastic day for our crew. At the end of the day we were treated to a fireworks display, which… read more of “Busy Day at Manila,…”
We entered Manila Bay at 0230 in the morning, passing dark and looming Corregidor on our starboard side and Bataan on our port. Both names resurrecting painful memories for many. Three-and-a-half hours later, having weaved our way through innumerable fishing boats, and anchored ships, we arrive at the pilot station, which is a short distance… read more of “Captain’s…”
If you are ever in the Philippines during the hot air balloon festival at Clark Airport, be sure to go and see the annual event. The different balloons are incredible and it’s the ideal place to take some wonderful photos. Csaba Desvari Culinary Operations Manager ms Oosterdam
The first day in Manila went rather well. The official welcome, seen in the images below, was well done and music played all morning until about noon. The crew visitor overflow tent area was really well done in preparation for the following day that included about 1,400 scheduled visitors. While in Manila a request came… read more of “Amsterdam’s…”
As we go around the world this year, we visited Manila, the Philippines, for 2 days (extended extra day), which is home for many of our crew members. All crew enjoyed their families and showing their love ones around the ship they are so proud to be working on. The guests also enjoyed the welcoming… read more of “Many Crew Get to…”
