Kim Elhatton
Age: 44
Occupation:Manager
Number of Cruises: 4
Cruise Line: Holland America
Ship: Ryndam
Sailing Date: May 14th, 2006
Itinerary: Alaska
Warning. We just disembarked the
Ryndam and there is a serious health threat due to Norwalk disease. Many
passengers were ill. Almost all amenities were closed after day 1 for the
duration of the voyage: thermal suite, children's play areas, library, and
saunas. There were toilet floods on our floor which may have caused the
outbreak. We were reminded constantly to wash our hands and were given Purell
hand cleaner before every meal. Many of the crew wore gloves and face masks
continually. I would caution anyone to think twice before boarding this ship at
this time. An interesting note - the casino remained opened and there were no
hand sanitization stands anywhere near the vicinity.