What a Sea Day is REALLY Like on Holland America Volendam (Cruise Review)
Canada CountryHolland America Line Cruise LineHolland America Group Cruise CompanyVolendam Cruise Ship
What is a sea day really like on Holland America Volendam? 🚢 On our very port-intensive Canada and New England cruise, we had only one official sea day, so we used it to really experience what Volendam offers when everyone stays onboard. In this Holland America Volendam sea day guide, we take you through a full day onboard—from breakfast and relaxing around the ship to afternoon tea, enrichment activities, dining, and evening entertainment. If you’re cruising after 50, planning your first Holland America cruise, or wondering whether Volendam’s quieter, traditional style of cruising is right for you, this video will show you what to expect. ☕ MORNING & BREAKFAST We cover the Lido Market, Dining Room, room service, and the sit-down Pinnacle Grill breakfast available to Neptune Suite guests. 📚 SEA DAY ACTIVITIES & RELAXATION Explore the Crow’s Nest, Library Café, Greenhouse Spa & Salon, Art Studio, trivia, pickleball, fitness center, casino, movies, and plenty of places to simply relax. 🫖 AFTERNOON TEA & SHIP HISTORY We attended Holland America’s popular Afternoon Tea—where a line formed before it started—and an interesting World Stage presentation about the history of Holland America Line. 🍽️ DINING & EVENING ENTERTAINMENT We also cover lunch, specialty dining, lounges, live music, the casino, and Breton Thunder Heritage on the World Stage. ❓ IS VOLENDAM TOO QUIET? We share who we think will enjoy this style of sea day and who may prefer a ship with more high-energy attractions. 💬 What’s your favorite way to spend a sea day? Do you fill your schedule with activities, or would you rather find a comfortable spot and watch the ocean? Let us know in the comments! ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 What a Sea Day is REALLY Like on Holland America Volendam Introduction 00:44 The Morning Feels Different on a Sea Day 02:24 What’s Actually Happening Around the Ship? 03:31 The Crow’s Nest Is Made for a Sea Day 03:54 Reading, Games and Doing Absolutely Nothing 05:10 If You Want to Be Active, You Can 05:49 Sea Day Lunch 06:36 An Afternoon Can Go in Several Directions 08:05 Late Afternoon on Volendam 08:47 Dinner on a Sea Day 09:06 What Happens After Dinner? 09:52 Is Volendam Too Quiet? 10:37 Our Final Thoughts 📺 WATCH NEXT 🛳️ Holland America Volendam Cruise Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEIg8s4ilIeo 🌊 SUBSCRIBE TO CALM SEA CRUISE Join Pat and Kathy for real cruise experiences to help you cruise smarter 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@CalmSeaCruise 🍪 LOVE CRUISE FOOD Watch Calm Sea Cooks 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@CalmSeaCooks 🧳 CRUISE ESSENTIALS & PACKING LISTS Shop the gear we actually use for packing, filming, and living life at sea. 🛍️ Start here 👉 https://www.amazon.com/shop/calmseacruise 🎒 Packing & Travel Gear 👉 https://amzn.to/4p9JbCv 🪶 Cruise Essentials 👉 https://amzn.to/45QcTVA As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. 📄 FREE CRUISE PACKING CHECKLIST 👉 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_A7u6wHQMUnO_zLO2ZLSUKWxcoRD0ScZ/view 💳✨ American Express Platinum Card We use the American Express Platinum Card for many of our travel benefits. ✈️🚢🏨 If you’re interested in an American Express Card, you can check out the current offers and Card benefits using our referral link: 👉 https://americanexpress.com/en-us/referral/platinum-card?ref=PATRIL9MRH&xl=cp01 🎁 We may earn Membership Rewards points if you apply through our referral link and are approved for a Card. You may also be eligible for a referral offer. Terms apply. 💬 STAY CONNECTED 📸Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/calmseacruise 📱TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@calmseacruise 🎓 CREATOR & RETIREMENT RESOURCES Thinking about sharing your own travel experiences or planning your next chapter? These are the resources we’ve personally used: ▶️ YouTube After 40 Build Your Channel 👉 https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/youtube-after-40?ref=8ea664 ▶️ Retirement Travel Jumpstart 👉 https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/retirement-travel-jumpstart?ref=8ea664 #HollandAmerica #HollandAmericaVolendam #Volendam #SeaDay #CruisingAfter50