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King Seaways
Operated by DFDS Seaways on the Newcastle Amsterdam route
With room for over 1,500 passengers and 600 cars, the King Seaways comprises a wide range of quality onboard facilities including comfortable cabins, bars, restaurants, cinemas, shopping and much more.
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King Seaways
"King ferry"
Reviewed 03 April 2012 by Adam Everest
I travelled on the Newcastle Amsterdam King ferry with my wife in September. We booked the commodore de luxe cabin as got a deal and also because its a long journey! The room service was a bonus and the cabin itself was like a high class hotel room! There was a huge selection of tasty food in the 7 seas buffet and a visit is highly recommended. There were other places to eat but we didn't try. There were a few bars to choose from but we spent most of our time in the Compass lounge. Shopping was pretty good, but fortunately for me not too good! Only down side is that its a pretty expensive route to travel on, even without a top class cabin.
King Seaways
"Good ship but cabin not up to standard!"
Reviewed 11 April 2012 by Steve J
Went on trip to Amsterdam last year on this boat. Onboard experience was pretty good albeit at a price and there was enough to do with cinema, few bars and restaurants etc. Only gripe was the cabin. We booked an inside cabin for 2 (bunk beds) which weren't uncomfortable but for the price of the ticket i expected a bit more. The 'wardrobe' was effectively a few hangers and the en suite was more like a cupboard than a bathroom. If you want to spend time in the cabin other than sleeping then best not to book a basic one like i did.
King Seaways
"Amsterdam to Newcastle"
Reviewed 30 April 2012 by Anonymous
I booked a trip for my family - 2 adults + 1 infant, in mid-April 2012. The check-in process at Amsterdam was quite smooth and fast and we boarded at 16:00. The ship departed on the dot and was a smooth sailing all along. Booked an outside cabin with bunk beds, reasonable space for a small family. Cabin was basic with minimum furnishing and toilets were in good condition. Would recommend the ship and route.
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Onboard Cabins / Reserved Seating
Onboard you’ll find comfortable cabins to suit every taste. Whether you’re looking for a value for money cabin or something extra special, you’ll awake refreshed after a great night's sleep. All cabins feature comfortable beds, en suite showers, bedding, towels and wardrobe space.
Onboard Food and Drink
Enjoy a delicious meal and delightful company onboard the King Seaways. With a number of restaurants to choose from there's something to suit every taste. The 7 Seas Buffet serves over 80 dishes each night while the Blue Riband restaurant offers delicious à la carte dining options in a relaxed and contemporary atmosphere. A trip to the Explorer's Steakhouse for a steak cooked just how you like it by the expert chefs.
Enjoy a coffee or freshly baked delicacy in the relaxed, modern surroundings of the Bake n’ Coffee Café and the Latitude Café. The relaxed atmosphere of the Cafés is perfect in which to enjoy your favourite hot drink or a light meal.
If you fancy a drink onboard then you’ll be pleased to know that there are numerous venues to choose from. If it’s a comfortable setting and pleasant atmosphere that you’re after then head to the Navigators Bar which serves an excellent selection of drinks and quality beers with live music in the evening.
The Compass Bar located close to the restaurants is a lounge bar that’s ideal place if you want to relax and enjoy yourself in comfortable surroundings. Pleasant background music is played, and the bar serves an excellent range of wine, beer, cocktails and spirits.
If you like music, sports, a few drinks and a friendly atmosphere, the Sports Bar is the place to be or for great views, the top-deck Neptune Sky Bar is a superb place to begin your journey with friends or family, as your ship sails out of port. Enjoy the maritime atmosphere with a beer or long drink in your hand.
Onboard Shopping
Shopping at sea is one of the great pleasures of travelling onboard the King Seaways. The Sea Shop features a range of alcohol, chocolate, perfume, cosmetics, toys and fashion wear.
Additional Onboard Facilities
Watch the latest blockbusters in the onboard cinema, enjoy a flutter or two in the casino and try your luck at blackjack or on theroulette wheel. There’s also a Wildlife Watching Experience where you can learn about the wildlife of the North Sea as you sail across it. Led by the leading wildlife charity ORCA, the wildlife experience is fun for both kids and adults.
Travelling with children
The ‘Kidz' Club is a safe and enjoyable play area for children. With a range of activities available, children will be entertained for hours when sailing on the King Seaways.
For older children there's a games room with video games, and a cinema too.
Accessibility
The King Seaways is wheel chair friendly with lifts to all decks (except deck 5). There's also a choice of specially adapted disabled cabins including 4 Outside (sea view) and 2 inside. Special arrangements cannot be made on the day you travel for requirements that are not requested beforehand so if you have have any special requests then please notify us before booking.
Please note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our King Seaways guide as accurate as possible, onboard facilities, services and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year that you travel, facilities mentioned may change without notification and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those mentioned at time of booking without prior notification.
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