Rhea58

I neglected to mention that I am also a happy HAL customer (no where near 50 cruises tho) and agree w/ what traveller69
wrote.

Your aunt would not only have a most pleasant experience aboard a HAL ship BUT would also find many in her age group w/alot of the same interests.

traveller69

kja - I am sure Rhea would agree with me on this - HAL has mainly Filipino and Indonesian crew. They are especially good with children and seniors and that comes from a genuine respect for them. They have a wonderful sense of humour and really make a fuss over everyone and in most cases passengers report that it was the staff that really made the cruise special. I have been on several other lines and they all have their good qualities but overall HAL does a better job in that regard.

Woody

Earlier this year we were on a HAL ship for an extended cruise of 70-nights and loved it -- even though my wife's and my ages are only about half of the typical HAL guest. Let's just say the cruise made us feel young. We chose the cruise because of the itinerary.

We saw many guests using walkers and wheelchairs. The crew (primarily Indonesian and Filipino) were very patient with and helpful to the elderly guests.

It sounds like your aunt would enjoy an extended cruise.

If she hasn't cruised before, my only suggestion would be for her to try a shorter cruise to see how she likes being at sea.

Woody

kja

My thanks to all of you - your comments and insights are much appreciated!