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Storyline Travel LLC helps couples plan premium cruise vacations. We are Travel Specialists creating stories through travel adventures. We focus on helping clients design their next journey full of memorable experiences to enjoy and share for a lifetime.
Progreso Mexico Excursion: White and Golden Cities of Yucatan
While the port of Progreso Mexico is less visited on Western Caribbean cruises, you may find yourself on an itinerary with this port stop. We stopped in Progreso and enjoyed the White and Golden Cities of Yucatan tour. Our excursion visited 2 cities and lunch was included. Watch the full video to see what we thought of this less visited cruise destination.
Time Codes:
00:00 Welcome to Progreso!
00:46 The White City
01:46 The Golden City
03:06 Carriage Ride
04:09 Local Lunch!
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Time Codes:
00:00 Welcome to Progreso!
00:46 The White City
01:46 The Golden City
03:06 Carriage Ride
04:09 Local Lunch!
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Search for amazing cruise experiences and book an excursion for your next cruise with our Shore Excursions link!
Click here: www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?source=po...
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Roatan Honduras: Zip line and Animal encounter excursion
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Welcome to Roatan, Honduras! Take a peek at this fun excursion filled with exciting zip lines and engaging animals. First, we zipped through the foliage from high above the cruise pier. After that, we enjoyed interacting with exotic animals. Time Codes: 00:00 Roatan, Honduras 00:45 Jungle Top Zipline 02:38 The Animal Park 04:18 Wrap up Search for amazing cruise experiences and book an excursion...
Amsterdam Schiphol: Sheraton Hotel and Room Tour
Просмотров 3414 дней назад
Schiphol airport is a transportation hub for Holland and Northern Europe. For many travelers, starting a trip in Amsterdam or having an overnight layover requires a quality place to stay. The Sheraton Amsterdam Schiphol Airport provides a quality, luxurious retreat just steps from the airport's terminals. This video provides and overview of the hotel's benefits, as well as room tours. Include t...
What is a guaranteed stateroom?
Просмотров 1821 день назад
When booking your next cruise, it can be tempting to save a few dollars and book a guaranteed stateroom. Here are a few downsides to consider and why Storyline Travel does NOT recommend guaranteed staterooms for our clients. Do you have a travel question? Send us your questions! Travel@StorylineTravel.com Search for amazing cruise experiences and book an excursion for your next cruise with our ...
Rhine River Lock
Просмотров 23Месяц назад
We are sailing a river cruise up the Rhine river. One aspect of river cruising is going through a river cruise lock to allow smooth sailing. For our cruise, we needed to raise the boat 5 meters to allow us to continue sailing upstream from Amsterdam to Germany. Watch this Timelapse of a river lock in action. #rivercruise #rhineriver #rivertravel Search for amazing cruise experiences and book an...
Matild Palace Hotel: Budapest
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Budapest anchors many Danube river cruises. Whether you are starting your river cruise or ending in Budapest, adding a day or two allows you to make the most of your vacation. The Matild Palace, a Marriott luxury property, gives you a luxurious, historic hotel to add elegance to your river cruise. Let the experts of Storyline Travel help you plan you trip to Budapest: www.StorylineTravel.com/sc...
River Cruise ship tour: Avalon Passion
Просмотров 155Месяц назад
During a recent river cruise departing from Amsterdam, we toured the beautiful Avalon Passion. Step aboard with us as we show you lounges, suites and the dining room. Ready to plan your river cruise, schedule a FREE planning session: www.StorylineTravel.com/schedule Time Codes 00:00 Welcome Aboard! 00:24 Panorama Lounge 01:20 Dining Room 01:49 Deck 1 02:59 Deck 2 03:41 Deck 3 05:39 Deck 4 - Sun...
Will My Cruise Be Canceled?
Просмотров 43Месяц назад
Hurricanes, Tropical Storms and bad weather can be common in the Caribbean during the summer months. We answer the question about cruise cancelations when a storm is brewing. #caribbeancruise #cruisetips #cruise Search for amazing cruise experiences and book an excursion for your next cruise with our Shore Excursions link! Click here: www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?source=portal&id=1136283&data=...
Keukenhof Gardens, Tour the Tulips in Amsterdam
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Spring in The Netherlands is highlighted by Tulips! While on a recent river cruise in late March, we visited Keukenhof Gardens during the 75th annual celebration. Let Storyline Travel help you plan a visit to Amsterdam for a Tulip themed river cruise. Time Codes: 00:00 Welcome to the Garden 01:37 Map of the Garden 02:31 Hedge Maze 04:44 Beautiful Picture Spot #Keukenhof #keukenhofgardens #amste...
Disney's Polynesian Over Water Bungalows Tour
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When sailing from Port Canaveral, the Polynesian Resort is a fun place to add a pre-cruise night. With multigenerational families, the Polynesian Bungalows provide enough room from families up to 8 members. Enjoy the tour which will give you an idea of how your family can wrap a relaxing stay around your next cruise from Port Canaveral. TIMECODE 00:53 Enter the Bungalow 01:33 Main Bedroom 04:10...
Celebrity Cruise Line: The Retreat
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Come along as we set sail aboard the Celebrity Beyond, in The Retreat. We splurged for a Sky Suite and will share our experience from a suite tour, to VIP treatment and exclusive access to The Retreat areas. When you are ready to set sail, let Storyline Travel plan your suite experience. Start Planning: www.StorylineTravel.com/schedule/ Timecodes 00:00 Welcome to The Retreat 00:12 Priority Boar...
La Petite Chef: A Celebrity Cruises Specialty Dining Experience
Просмотров 272 месяца назад
Speciality dining can enhance your cruise experience. Enjoying delicious cuisine created especially for you. On Celebrity Cruises, they take speciality to a different level by adding an entertaining show to your meal. Journey with us as the smallest chef at sea prepares a 4-course meal. Then, give us a call to book your Celebrity Cruise so we can add this restaurant to your vacation! #storyline...
Cruising Tips: Ocean or River Cruising?
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Cruising Tips: Ocean or River Cruising?
Cruise Tips: 5 Differences between Ocean and River Cruise Ships
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Cruise Tips: 5 Differences between Ocean and River Cruise Ships
Tauck River Cruise Ship Tour: MS Joy
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Tauck River Cruise Ship Tour: MS Joy
Amadeus Cara: River Cruise Ship Tour
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Amadeus Cara: River Cruise Ship Tour
Sailing on the Disney Dream with Adult Kids!
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Sailing on the Disney Dream with Adult Kids!
Our Sanctuary Experience on Regal Princess!
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Our Sanctuary Experience on Regal Princess!
Should you add Princess Plus to your next cruise?
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Should you add Princess Plus to your next cruise?
Regal Princess - Outdoor Activity Tour
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Regal Princess - Outdoor Activity Tour
Icon of the Seas: Spectacular Entertainment
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Icon of the Seas: Spectacular Entertainment
Icon of the Seas: Balcony Staterooms
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Icon of the Seas: Balcony Staterooms
Icon of the Seas Interior & Porthole Staterooms
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Icon of the Seas Interior & Porthole Staterooms
the lunch looks delicious 😊
Can’t wait to visit!
Thanks for the comment. I hope you enjoy this beautiful property.
So if you take out the card key to shut off the lights at bed time, the power goes off in the room? What if I want to charge my phone overnight? That won't work?
Thank you for the question. A card must remain in the slot while in the room to provide power, but you have light switches to allow for the lights to be turned off. Therefore, you can charge phones or have alarm clocks. We only removed the key cards when we left the room.
@@storylinetravel Good to know. Thanks
When dropping-off luggage at port, is there a 'special' porter for suite guests? Or do you simply hand your luggage to any of the porters there and then access the RETREAT line for security & check-in.
Thanks for the question. Luggage drop off was not separate, any porter would take your luggage. The Retreat separately designated area began as you entered the terminal.
Great video! Can you share what dish and restaurant that was from the intro in your video before you talk about the american diner?
Thanks for the question! We are dining at Le Bistro and the dish is Coq au Vin.
@@storylinetravelThank you so much!
Great video! Can you tell me what dish that was and the restaurant from the intro of your video in the silver dish with silver lids?
Thank you! This meal was in Le Bistro. The dish with the covered lid was the Mediterranean Sea bass (Filet de Loup de Mer). Most entrees are served this way with a ‘revealing’ once all dishes are on the table. The Coq Au Vin does not have the lid since it is served in a different style dish.
I didn't realize that we are assigned a table and servers, both of us cannot sit in booths are we able to request a table/chairs?
Thanks for the question! You will be assigned an area with different table options and the same server team. The crew were great at addressing our requests.
We will be on the Ruby next June, 2025 on a 22 day cruise to Alaska. We have a balcony cabin now but may upgrade to a mini suite later on if available.
Thanks for the comment. For that length of cruise, it’s wise to consider the Mini-suite. Enjoy your cruise
we only travel on Holland America, we are older and don't need all the gimics that other lines have, we book an inside cabin as we are rarely in the room during the day, id like to find the inside one that has a sofa
Thanks for the comment. Holland America is a great partner. Feel free to schedule some time and we can help you find that perfect stateroom. www.StorylineTravel.com/schedule
We enjoyed a wonderful cruise last year on Koningsdam. Highly recommended.
Thanks for the comment. I do enjoy cruising on Koningsdam.
Great Video! I appreciate all the details you provided in the room tour! This layout is a great amount of space for my upcoming 12 day transatlantic cruise, thank you!
Thanks for the comment. I hope you love the transatlantic, enjoy your cruise!
Did you have a dedicated butler for your retreat suite stateroom?
Thanks for the question, it's a great one. Recently, Celebrity Cruises changed to a butler team approach. For our experience, we had a "primary" butler with support from his team. However, the number to call was a team number and any of 4 butlers could have responded.
@@storylinetravel that kind of sucks. That was one of the selling point for getting the retreat suite. I have one coming up. Guess how are we going to tip if it’s a team vs a dedicated butler
@@HanhNS I understand, we took care of our butler directly. Enjoy your cruise!
Wow?! Are you guys obese or what?
Paying separately on our next 10-day cruise is better for us. It comes to a little under $600 separately but it would be $1,200 if we did Princess plus. It's a no-brainer not to do it.
Thanks for the comment. You are smart to compare, that is something we regularly do with our clients. Enjoy your cruise!
I'll be taking my first cruise with NCL Encore later this year. I appreciated the video about NCL Encore's complimentary dining. I've pre-paid the gratuities for the duration of the cruise. Do these gratuities go to both the room attendant and the restaurant servers? The foods at these restaurants are compliment, do we need to give a tip to the server every time we eat there? Are the gratuities automatically billed to our room?
Thanks for the question. Your pre-paid gratuity takes care of your room steward and the dining team in the main dining room. If you enjoy a specialty drink or specialty dining, an additional gratuity would be added. Enjoy your cruise!
@@storylinetravel Thank you for your prompt response!
Well done and authentic - we're heading to Norway and this was helpful!
Thank you for the kind comment. Enjoy Norway and your time aboard.
I took my very first cruise on the Koningsdam to retrace the experience my father had destination wise years prior. I was on the second out of Vancouver after Covid Cruise. It was a wonderful experience and one I would like to repeat soon. Sadly I find the changes/elimination of things like the music walk selection which made the Koningsdam appealing to me in the first place have changed or been eliminated in so short a time. I was always dismayed that the "Party was over before it began" so to speak with the curfew mentality which ended nightlife hours long before life ashore experiences.
Thank you for the comment. As you point out, lots of changes in the last few years. Some good, some not preferred.
You said at the end that you can add the princess plus option to the other travelers in your room. Do you happen to know how much each additional person is?
Thanks for the question. The Third and Forth passengers will a daily rate. Currently, the rate is $60 per person per day for Princess Plus or $80 per person per day for Princess Premier.
Wasn’t there a time where they had a half curtain pulled back from the couch area and the sleeping part, maybe this is a newer room, the balcony is incredibly tiny,
The current set-up on the Koningsdam doesn’t have the curtain.
Using a scapula makes so much more sense than using an actual antler. A single moose antler can easily weigh 40 lbs. Imagine trying to scrape a tree with that. Love the shade she threw at Texas. That was funny. Capitalism is built on the idea that treasure is in the eye of the beholder. It's not hard to imagine how that trade relationship was formed: "You want the stinky water weasel that my dogs insist on getting sprayed by at least once a week?" "Yes! Their pelts are worth so much money back home!" "...Okay, I can get it for you, I guess. But it'll cost you." "Name your price." "Those beautiful glass beads." "...These cheap little things that we have to pay people to take off our hands?" "Yes! Just imagine the beadwork we could do with them! Minks for beads. Deal?" "...You and I are gonna get along just fine."
Thanks for the comment. I love that travel gives us the opportunity to explore cultures and learning.
@@christinekennett8170 So we hunters are supposed to hate every second of feeding our families and keeping our herds healthy?
Informative tour of a beautiful bungalow!
Thank you for the comment. We enjoyed the bungalow and had a great family experience.
Just went on an Alaskan cruise on there in May this year. The food was atrocious and so was the service. Our room steward was great. They literally couldn't even boil hot water to serve me a hot cup of tea. It came out lukewarm, so after two times I gave up. Pinnacle Grill served great steak, but the sides were lukewarm. Luckily it was a free meal that we got as a bonus with our cruise. The lido buffet is a terrible setup. You can't get your own food and it's set up like a galley style, so it's super crowded and very difficult to move. That food was much worse than the dining room. You can't even get your own drinks and you have to chase down a waiter for one. The entertainment was pretty bad, except for BB Kings. Rolling Stone was horrible. They were so out of sync and when they let the older lead guitar player sing it was disastrous. I hear these bands are thrown together for a short time and are expected to get their act together quickly. The band in BB King seemed very tight and that club was packed every night. They had the orange party there as well which says something for their ability. They had the dance floor full. Shops are sorely lacking. I waited until the last day when the prices were discounted and used my ship credit. Casino is tiny and wreaked of smoke, and had weird slot machines. It was my 14th cruise and my first and last on Holland.
Thanks for the comments and sharing your experience. It is disappointing when a cruise line does not meet expectations. I hope you enjoyed Alaska.
I appreciate your video, it was very helpful!! Did you ask for/receive a third chair for the balcony? Also, was the room comfortable for the three of you?
Hi and thank you for the question. We did not ask for a third. If one is available, the room steward will bring one. Unfortunately, they can’t guarantee one for. However, I would absolutely ask. We were comfortable with 3. We did ask for the sofa to be returned when we expected to spend more time in the room.
Thank you!
Should I bring a voltage adapter? We plan to cruise on the Cara next spring.
Thanks for the question. I would recommend adding an adapter to your packing list. There are outlets near the headboard that can be used for charging your phone.
Board game area reminds me of senior center.
Thanks for the comment. Yes! I agree with you.
Not very impressive hotels
Thank you for the comment. Most Alaska hotels and "resorts" are very rustic.
Someone on another commentary said that the soft ice cream machine was replaced by hand scooped ice cream. Is this true?
From what I remember, that is correct. While still included in the buffet, the server in the dessert area scooped ice cream and handed you a bowl.
@@storylinetravel Thanks for your reply. My wife and I always enjoy the ice cream machine. Oh well. . .
The theater shows need to be updated most of the shows are 3 to 5 years old
We had the opportunity to talk with a few of the performers and new performances are on the way. If not already live, they should introduce the new shows this summer.
@@storylinetravel thanks for that info we’re on her March 25
Would you recommend the Sanctuary on a British Ise Cruise? The temperature will be in the upper 50’s and possibly windy.
Great question! Based on my experience on the Regal Princess , wind was not a big issue. There are plenty of wind breaks and if you get the cabana, you have even more wind protection. The question would be ‘how likely are you to hang out on deck with weather in the upper 50’s?’ Alex and I are both cold natured, so we would not pay to lounge around outside in the 50’s. However, we have friends who find that temperature just right!
to bad about the crows nest it used to be chic and inviting.. don't really care for the look now.. will see if i like in person. but looks like a cheap cafeteria now..
Thanks for the comment. I hope you enjoy your cruise. If you get to the crow's nest early, you might get a comfy chair.
Is it non smoking no vaping?
My experience was no smoking or vaping inside the sanctuary area and I did not notice any around the adult pool either. There was an outdoor smoking area by the Terrace pool (deck 17 aft).
Thanks for this post. I worked there 20 years ago and this really is a blast from the past. It's interesting to see how much it has changed in two decades.
Thanks for the comment. I’m sure working there was fun and interesting.
Thank you very much! Great dining info for our July Alaska Cruise with this ship!
Thank you for the comment. We hope you have a fantastic cruise!
Why did he call it the “carnival entertainment team”?
Thanks for the comment. It’s a blooper! Carnival Corp owns Princess Cruises at the time of recording and our research inadvertently caused a slip up.
How much was the Sanctuary for the half day lounger and for the poolside cabana?
For our sailing, the single loungers were $20 for a half day, the cabanas were $140 for half day, and the poolside cabanas were $50 for a half day. Full day for single loungers is $40 and cabanas were $220. I actually don’t know the full day price for the poolside cabanas!
Thanks for the content. What dinner time did you have?
We appreciate your comment! We had the early dining.
@storylinetravel I have an upcoming cruise on the Magic, and I have the second seating and was looking for a reason to keep that seating or move it to first seating.
We usually try for early seating because it fits our normal eating schedule at home. We sailed on the Disney Dream in January and we had late dining because early dining was all booked up. It was still enjoyable! In fact, you may find fewer young kids at the late dining time. (If that matters to you). It also felt less crowded. There were several empty tables around us. The wait staff were just as interactive and entertaining!
We don't drink and probably wouldn't do the classes or some other perks so we would need to try really hard to break even. If you drink much, it is probably a great deal. The unfortunate policy of allowing two specialty meals per sailing -no matter how long the sailing- is ridiculous and unfair. If I was taking a three-day cruise, I might consider the Package but on a longer sailing, why would you pay the same for a lot less.
You make great points. It is one of the primary reasons we partner with our clients and learn about their trip before offering an itinerary and options.
It includes more for $60/ day than what royal or carnival include even before drinks are added
We like the Princess Plus!
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Awesome! Thank you!
Fabulous images, and some great historical details that would really help anyone appreciate their time in this city. Great video and travel guide 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
We are curious about Holland America, not having sailed with them before, and would most likely make them our choice for cruises in North America, Canada, Alaska etc, so this was interesting to see.
We really enjoy the mid-sized ships. I hope you get to enjoy Alaska soon. It’s breathtaking.
A great discussion and insight. We have still to take a river cruise, but living on the edge of Europe, the options are quite considerable. For you guys in North America particularly, these voyages and this travel option is a perfect way to immerse yourself into centuries of history AND just chill while some amazing natural beauty floats by.
Thanks for the comment and appreciate your insight.
Thanks ❤
You're welcome 😊
So what do you suggest if we have rechargeable nightlights and a rechargeable fan that all need recharged during the day to use them at night?
Thanks for the question. If you can use USB to recharge, that’s the easiest to use a charging block with multiple USB ports.
I guess what I meant was how to charge these items during the day if they expect you to have the room power off using the switch near the door or the room steward unplugs everything.
@@sarahdresler9776I found we would charge those devices when we were taking showers or lounging in the room. Not ideal, but it worked out for us.
@@storylinetravel So if you bring an alarm clock, that won't work at night?
Sailing on her March 2024 in Neptune suite, aft balcony which we always enjoy. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for the comment. Have fun on your cruise!
very cool video! how much was the chair lift if you remember?
Sailing on her in March 2024. Can’t wait. We love the Eurodam and sailing on the Nieuw Amsterdam in Aug 2024 and 2025. Thanks for sharing.
We cruise on Koningsdam to Alaska July 2023 and will likely never choose Holland America again. We have cruised RCC and NCL finding either choice would be much better than HAL. The entertainment on Koningsdam was subpar at best. The live big venue shows in their auditorium was just lacking any good talent compared to what we have seen on NCL ships. Lincoln center stage is gone and the other small music venus were alway too crowded and got started later in the night. The crows nest was always way too crowded and other pasengers would place personal items on chairs very early in the morning such as books and pieces of clothing to claim them. It was pretty much impossible to get seating there at any time during the day. The buffet at HAL is primarily served by the crew and they would very oftern close half of the buffet counters. The other huge factor is the crew on Koningsdam which we found not as friendly and happy as other ships. We often walked past or encountered management crew who never acknowledged us or provided any common greeting. They alway seemed overwhelmed with their tasks at hand and looked away. Just not a good happy environment for such a fun time for passengers.
Thank you for the comment. You point out why we have planning sessions with our clients, to match what you like with the cruise line.
Your right about the entertainment not to good,They make it with other ways like there food
Just had the same exact experience in May 2024. First and last time on Holland.
Is all of this wheelchair accessible? I assume but it is not mentioned.
The common areas have both ramps and elevators that make the areas wheelchair accessible.