We Sailed HOLLAND AMERICA to ALASKA Again and Can't Stop Talking About It

After sailing Princess, Celebrity, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, and Virgin Voyages, we came back to where our cruising journey began: Holland America’s Koningsdam in Alaska. But after experiencing other cruise lines, would Holland America still feel special? Is Koningsdam still a great choice for Alaska? And what does Holland America do really well compared to other cruise lines? In this video, we answer the questions cruisers ask most about sailing Holland America to Alaska, including embarkation, included food, the Main Dining Room, entertainment, cabins, Alaska enrichment, Glacier Bay, and whether you can enjoy the ports without booking excursions in every stop. We also share what felt different this time, what we appreciated more after sailing other cruise lines, and why Holland America may be a great fit if you want a relaxed, destination-focused Alaska cruise. CHAPTERS 00:00 Embarkation and first impressions 02:49 Included food on Koningsdam 10:59 Is Holland America boring? 15:00 Inside cabin on Koningsdam 19:50 Alaska enrichment 21:46 Glacier Bay day 27:06 Alaska ports and itinerary WATCH NEXT Planning what to do in Alaska ports? Watch our Alaska port guide playlist next for Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXn53w4tmF-4mmCkiv2rmYEvT0Db1YJS LINKS MENTIONED Printable cabin steward request list: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UW8qY1ohKePn9Z4WXbmKAghaV1Te-sxA5YKG8MKRTyk/edit?usp=sharing Orange dress: https://amzn.to/4z5Hb35 Holland America Alaska 2026 itinerary comparison: https://youtu.be/xkOr3-1AXOc Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting our channel! Items to pack for your Alaskan Cruise: Vortex Optics Diamondback HD 8x42 Binoculars https://amzn.to/4a3KtsV Winter Scarf/Wrap: https://amzn.to/3ynOetc Anker Portable Charger https://amzn.to/3PT4qfb Waterproof Phone Pouch https://amzn.to/3QbFz2X Lightweight Foldable Waterproof Backpack. https://amzn.to/3w7lwMn Beanie. https://amzn.to/3U3DSpz Gloves https://amzn.to/4d3GJre Rain Jacket https://amzn.to/4d89mU3 Foldable Hat https://amzn.to/49PRNVT Fleece. https://amzn.to/4d2WdvE Women's Warm Jacket https://amzn.to/3wal5AR Men's Warm Jacket https://amzn.to/3wal5AR Umbrella https://amzn.to/4ubiC0X Lightweight Waterproof Poncho https://amzn.to/41PhVhP Waterproof Rain Pants Women https://amzn.to/4hzOZ3f Waterproof Rain Pants Men https://amzn.to/4c6Qsgx Merino Wool Waterproof Brim Beanie Hat (The Large is plenty big) https://amzn.to/4bR7jUj Isotoner Womens Recycled Microsuede Water Repellent Cold Weather Gloves with Sherpasoft Lining https://amzn.to/4iI4lnT Isotoner Men's Recycled Microsuede and Berber Glove NORTIV 8 Men's Waterproof Hiking Shoes https://amzn.to/4xfpXj5 NORTIV 8 Women's Waterproof Hiking Shoes https://amzn.to/43GgdAS Alpaca Wool Heavyweight Crew Socks https://amzn.to/4oymIyY Cruise Essentials 1. Magnet hooks and Strong Magnets https://amzn.to/3OngyQP and https://amzn.to/47ZZUQn 2. Hanging toiletry bags https://amzn.to/4kxxGSu 3. Travel sized containers for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, etc. https://amzn.to/4k4HWS4 4. Elastic Sleeves for leak proofing https://amzn.to/3rUKEn6 5. Foldable mesh hampers https://amzn.to/45d224R 6. Non surge protected power bars https://amzn.to/3rWPIrd 7. Mini fan https://amzn.to/43UDnkC 8. Motion detector night light https://amzn.to/43XLX1U 9. Poo-Pouri Toilet Spray https://amzn.to/3s0xVPD 10. Bonine Non-Drowsy Motion Sickness Medicine https://amzn.to/4xfpXj5 11. Luggage Tags https://amzn.to/3OF2LpV 12. Downey Wrinkle Release https://amzn.to/3Ks6nsV 13. Packing Cubes (LOVE!) https://amzn.to/3Kps2Sw 14. Compression Packing Cubes https://amzn.to/4uRKgkY 15. USB C Charger Block (LOVE) https://amzn.to/4ctb15m Space Saver Bags https://amzn.to/3HzWryT Belkin BoostCharge Pro Flex Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (3M/10FT) (Make sure that you have plugs for USB-C if you are purchasing this cable) https://amzn.to/4c7uHwk Luggage Scale https://amzn.to/48Jpo3e Travel Toothbrush Head Covers with Suction Cup https://amzn.to/49WzuyM Travel Toothbrush Head Cover for Oral B Electric or Regular Toothbrush https://amzn.to/4389ApN Steripod Razor-Clip-On Razor Protector https://amzn.to/3IqA38p Great Sunscreen for Face https://amzn.to/4dro4Gs

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