Our Panama Canal Cruise Wasn't What We Expected. Here's Why [Holland America Rotterdam review]

We spent 12 days onboard Holland America's newest cruise ship, Rotterdam. Although we booked our Panama Canal cruise months ahead of time, due to several changes (both good & bad), we weren't sure what to expect onboard this cruise ship & in the ports of call. Would this be the best cruise ever or would we be dissapointed? In this video I share a Holland America Rotterdam cruise ship review. We look at the ship's entertainment, dining, cabins, cruise ports of call & more! In this cruise vlog I also share what we did in the cruise ports of call during our Caribbean & Panama Canal cruise. We were upgraded from a balcony cabin (veranda) to a Vista Suite. We also booked Holland America's Club Orange. In this cruise vlog, I share a Rotterdam cruise ship tour & review, along with HAL cruise tips you'll want to know. These cruise travel tips will help as you plan a Panama Canal cruise or any HAL cruise vacation. RESOURCES I RECOMMEND 🛳 THE ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER 🛳 Get the Life Well Cruised ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER ($10 off for a limited time). The printable planner includes 47 pages of checklists, packing lists, shore excursion forms & more! here: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... ______ The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. As Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. CRUISE ESSENTIALS LEVEL 8 Carry on luggage: https://amzn.to/47dDzhd Checked luggage 24": https://amzn.to/49vPjNw Passport wallet: https://amzn.to/3f6VqNW Packing cubes: https://amzn.to/3wF1syG Compression cubes: https://amzn.to/497vGeL Travel shoe bags: https://amzn.to/4940GMw Travel backpack carry-on: https://amzn.to/46FbHlX AirTags: https://amzn.to/3tIOttp Air tag holders (for Medallion too): https://amzn.to/3Q5fjqo Tile tracker: https://amzn.to/3FoMgcp Pop up hamper: https://amzn.to/408lBtL Bonine: https://amzn.to/3NE87zo Seabands: https://amzn.to/3LxvLvt Ginger candies: https://amzn.to/370LBzP Reef safe sunscreen: https://amzn.to/3QstR4C Lanyards: https://amzn.to/3uNZBFb Cruise card holder: https://amzn.to/3EWtRUL Night light: https://amzn.to/33eMEqP Beachy bag: https://amzn.to/47Hw2qW Collapsible bottle: https://amzn.to/3tXCtVw Water bottle: https://amzn.to/46FLN1q Over the door organizer: https://amzn.to/3Dx2m1N Toiletry containers: https://amzn.to/405h1MS Travel hairdryer: https://amzn.to/3xOxndy Travel cabin fan: https://amzn.to/3uMc24t Travel alarm clock: https://amzn.to/3iYuYXN Magnet hooks: https://amzn.to/3wZgj77 Magnet clips: https://amzn.to/37bNh9W Towel clips: https://amzn.to/3b4cj9V Towel band with clips: https://amzn.to/3XrB1aR Hanging toiletry bag: https://amzn.to/3Nb8fFY No surge power bar: https://amzn.to/3NCRu7d Universal adapter: https://amzn.to/494sSPg Nautical carry on bag: https://amzn.to/2TH7L3T Weekender carry-on bag: https://amzn.to/3ZYk8Gp Poo-Pourri: https://amzn.to/3vJCaM8 Waterproof phone cases on lanyards: https://amzn.to/3iXCuT6 Travel luggage scale: https://amzn.to/3tIbzAX Lightweight foldable backpack: https://amzn.to/49egVqp Luggage tag holder: *Royal Caribbean: https://amzn.to/3tvNzB5 *Celebrity: https://amzn.to/3JB36Fk *Norwegian: https://amzn.to/3JzGiFP *Princess: https://amzn.to/3wvgW8t *Carnival: https://amzn.to/3uhaUFM *HAL: https://amzn.to/3tz7tLs Level 8 Luggage (code LIFEWELLCRUISED for 10% off): https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-1009942... ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... More Items we LOVE @ Life Well Cruised Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3QaoV29 _______ FTC LEGAL DISCLOSURE - Some links found in the description box of my videos are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products and services that I personally like and trust. _______ *Business inquiries & media: please contact Ilana at lifewellcruised@gmail.com Please note that I am unable to give personal cruise and travel advice. If you leave a comment I try my best to answer. ABOUT ME Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams! Please note that I do not sell cruises on Life Well Cruised. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. I share my own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travellers, which I hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking. Some of the B-Roll Footage courtesy of HAL ______________________________________________________ Music Credit: Surf Time by Lux-InspiraMusicMusic