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- Afternoon Tea
- America's Test Kitchen Cooking Classes
- Art and Craft Classes *
- Art Gallery *
- Basketball Court
- Beer Tasting *
- Cigars Under the Stars *
- Digital Workshop Computer Classes
- Explorations Central Port Lectures
- Fitness Center
- Fitness Classes *
- Happy Hour Drink Special *
- Hot Tubs (5)
- Hydrotherapy Pool *
- Martini Tasting *
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- The Greenhouse Spa & Salon *
- Volleyball Court
- Wine Tasting *
- Afternoon Musical Concerts
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- Feature Movie Matinees
- Lincoln Center Stage
- Live Nightly Music
- Queen's Lounge & Culinary Arts Center
- Screening Room
- The Mainstage
- Explorer's Bar *
- Dining Room - American
- Gallery Bar - Art Bar *
- Ocean Bar - Atrium Bar *
- Lido Market - Casual
- Explorations Café - Coffee Bar *
- Dive-In - Fast Food
- Crow's Nest - Forward Bar *
- Canaletto Restaurant - italian *
- Lido Bar - Pool Bar *
- Sea View Bar - Pool Bar *
- Pinnacle Grill - Steakhouse *
- Pinnacle Bar - Steakhouse Bar *
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Zuiderdam Overview
Put on your dancing shoes, because Holland America’s ms Zuiderdam provides a complete Dancing with the Stars experience. With dance lessons, competitions and meet-and-greets with the shows professional dancers and stars, you’ll be mad about ballroom. Dancing can work up an appetite, but there’s no need to fear, the ship has some of the best dining options at sea. Holland America works with a team of acclaimed chefs to come up with intricate and flavorful menus at restaurants like the Pinnacle Grill, which turns into Le Cirque for one night during your sailing. And don’t forget that you can soothe your dancing feet with a massage at the ms Zuiderdam’s Greenhouse Spa & Salon.
- Passenger Capacity: 1,964 (double occupancy)
- Year Built: 2002
- Last Refurbished: 2017
Zuiderdam Cruise Destinations
Holland America Line prides itself on offering a superb variety of destinations. This cruise line visits 7 continents and over 320 ports worldwide while embarking from all types of ports, from convenient close-to-home ports to far-away exotic departure ports. You can plan a special romantic cruise to the Greek Isles or an enriching vacation in Asia. In addition, Holland America's connections with Alaskan hotels and their ownership of Half Moon Cay (their private Caribbean island) have differentiated them in Alaska and the Caribbean.
From the changing of the seasons to clam chowder that defies reason, cruising to Canada and New England is an unforgettable vacation experience.
It’s an investment in happiness and cultural enrichment when you choose to get tropical and take a Caribbean cruise.
Eastern Caribbean
Spend some time in the sunshine and fill your nights with tropical delights in the Eastern Caribbean.
Northern Europe
Inspire yourself with a Northern Europe cruise highlighted by Viking legends, grand, looming fjords, and a history of royalty.
Southern Caribbean
From snorkeling to smoothies, cultural treasures to creatures of the jungle—cruising to the Southern Caribbean is an incredible vacation option.
Transatlantic
Experience premium cruising at its best on a relaxing cruise across the Atlantic Ocean aboard one of Holland America’s elegant cruise ships.
From the Alaska to Australia, Bahamas to Burma, and everywhere in between—choose a Grand Voyage or World cruise and see it all.
Zuiderdam Departure Ports
Sail to the world’s hot spots with Holland America. This revered cruise line has sailings from cities around the world like Ft. Lauderdale, Valparaiso, Barcelona, Sydney and Montreal. All of their departure ports are convenient to get to with major airports and public transportation. Get ready for an amazing cruise vacation with Holland America, your first step is to call us at The Cruise Web to speak with a consultant and find your perfect itinerary.
Cape Town, South Africa
See the beautiful sights of Cape Town, South Africa’s most visited city, which offers cruisers natural beauty, plentiful wine, historical significance and a sense of peace.
The near perfect days, beautiful scenery, pristine beaches and sparkling water offer the perfect backdrop for any dream adventure in Sydney, Australia.
Singapore, Singapore
Southeast Asia’s most modern city, Singapore, also contains a lot of history and treasures from the past, along with a perfect tropical climate – all making Singapore a wonderful destination year round.
Learn about the Greek gods and the early philosophy of Socrates when you visit the incredible ruins left in Athens, Greece. At night, go out and take in the culture with the modern Athenians.
Boston is home to great sports, great food and loads of history with the Freedom Trail and Harvard.
With incredible weather, delicious fare and some stupendous attractions, you will find that Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades is one of the most attractive ports in the entire US.
Quebec City, Quebec
It’s easy to be wowed by Quebec City as Old World Europe is mixed with North American cultures alongside breathtaking landscapes and the flowing Saint Lawrence River.
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
With modern buildings and a bustling population, Rotterdam offers an interesting contrast to the more laid back feel of city’s like Amsterdam.
Victoria, Seychelles
Ijmuiden, Netherlands
Ijmuiden offers cruisers a great spot from which to travel all over the northern part of The Netherlands, making it a popular port for cruisers seeking a more in-depth Northern European experience.
Zuiderdam Deck Plans
Lower promenade deck, promenade deck, upper promenade, verandah deck, upper verandah deck, rotterdam deck, navigation deck, observation deck, sports deck, zuiderdam staterooms.
Balcony (VC)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Balcony (VD)
Balcony (ve), balcony (vf), balcony (vh), balcony (va).
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. (Ambulatory accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
Balcony (VB)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. (Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower.
Inside (MM)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. (Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
Oceanview (G)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All G-category staterooms have partial sea views.
Oceanview (HH)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All G-category staterooms have partial sea views. All HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.
Oceanview (H)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All H-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. (Ambulatory accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
Oceanview (DD)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower.
Oceanview (E)
Oceanview (c).
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. (Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
Oceanview (D)
Oceanview (f).
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. (Ambulatory accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows.
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. fully accessible rooms have bathtub and roll-in shower. (Fully accessible rooms have bathtub and roll-in shower.)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. (Fully accessible rooms have roll-in shower only.)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. (Fully accessible rooms have single side approach to the bed, bathtub and roll-in shower.)
Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Top 10 Zuiderdam Cruises
- Zuiderdam 49-day Grand World Voyage Departing From Singapore, Singapore (Mar 2024 - Mar 2025)
- Zuiderdam 36-day Grand World Voyage Departing From Victoria, Seychelles (Apr 2024)
- Zuiderdam 28-day Passage To Normandy & Baltic Jewels Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (May 2024)
- Zuiderdam 14-day Passage To Normandy Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (May 2024)
- Zuiderdam 14-day Jewels Of The Baltic Departing From Ijmuiden, Netherlands (May 2024)
- Zuiderdam 35-day Jewels Of The Baltic & Ultimate Viking Explorer Departing From Ijmuiden, Netherlands (May 2024)
- Zuiderdam 42-day Ultimate Viking Explorer & Passage Departing From Ijmuiden, Netherlands (Jun 2024)
- Zuiderdam 21-day Ultimate Viking Explorer Departing From Ijmuiden, Netherlands (Jun 2024)
- Zuiderdam 21-day Viking Passage Departing From Ijmuiden, Netherlands (Jun 2024)
- Zuiderdam 17-day Voyage Of The Vikings Departing From Boston, Massachusetts (Jul 2024 - Jul 2025)
Learn More About Holland America Line
Accessibility
Learn about Holland America's handicap accessible cruises and accommodations for guests with special needs or disabilities, including hearing impairment, service animals and oxygen needs.
Savor dining aboard Holland America, including the Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto, Tamarind, Lido Restaurant, Master Chef's Room, main dining room, room service and more.
Entertainment
Enjoy Holland America's onboard entertainment, including BB King's Blues Club, an onboard theater, casino, indoor and outdoor movie screens, bars and lounges.
Onboard Activities
Engage in Holland America's onboard activities, including culinary classes, digital workshops, regional experiences, art galleries, pools, sports courts, duty-free shopping and more.
Service & Awards
Learn how Holland America's friendly staff take care of your every need with an extensive list of onboard services. Plus, view Holland America's cruising awards.
Spa & Fitness
Relax in Holland America's greenhouse spa, salon, fitness center and fitness classes. There are also Hydrotherapy pools on some Holland America ships.
Special Events
Make the most of your Holland America Line cruise with exclusive special events and signature experiences in select cities.
Explore Holland America's deluxe cruise staterooms, including Pinnacle, Neptune, Signature and Vista Suites, along with balcony, ocean-view and inside staterooms.
Youth Programs
Learn about cruising with children aboard Holland America. Youth programs provide supervision and activities for children ages 3-17, along with babysitting programs.
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The current position of ZUIDERDAM is at East Asia reported 42 hours ago by AIS. The vessel is en route to the port of Shanghai, China , sailing at a speed of 13.3 knots and expected to arrive there on Mar 6, 17:30 . The vessel ZUIDERDAM (IMO 9221279, MMSI 245304000) is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 2002 (22 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Netherlands .
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Ms zuiderdam itineraries, 128 night grand world voyage, 43 night grand world voyage, 37 night grand world voyage, 24 night grand world voyage, 49 night grand world voyage, 36 night grand world voyage, 14 night bermuda and normandy explorer, 28 night bermuda, normandy & baltic jewels, 35 night jewels of the baltic & ultimate viking explorer, 14 night jewels of the baltic, 21 night ultimate viking explorer, 42 night ultimate viking explorer & passage, 21 night viking passage, 35 night voyage of the vikings, 17 night voyage of the vikings, 18 night voyage of the vikings, 7 night canada & new england discovery, 21 night perfect caribbean escape, 35 night perfect caribbean escape & southern caribbean, 25 night southern caribbean / eastern caribbean wayfarer, 14 night southern caribbean, 11 night eastern caribbean wayfarer, 21 night eastern caribbean wayfarer / southern seafarer, holland america line fleet.
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About Zuiderdam
Luxuriate on the spacious Zuiderdam and know why this Holland America Vista-class ship is so popular. Featuring spectacular staterooms, many with verandahs; fun activities for all age groups, fabulous casual and elegant dining options, plus a fantastic spa and fitness center, makes this comfortable ship perfect for the first-time cruiser and the most discerning traveler. Discover the many pleasures of a mid-sized cruise ship, with personalized attention and an intimate ambiance.
Enjoy a host of exciting amenities on the spectacular Zuiderdam, including fabulous restaurants, bars, nightclubs, lounges, a casino, Las Vegas-style shows, 2 swimming pools, duty-free shops and the luxury Merabella jewelry store. Watch your favorite movie and enjoy complimentary popcorn at the Movie Theatre or choose from over 1,000 DVD titles that will be delivered to your stateroom to view.
Chic specialty bars and lounges, including the signature Crow's Nest, known for its incredible views, provide the perfect spot for a drink, conversation and meeting new friends. Sharpen your computer skills at the complimentary Digital Workshop and play some basketball and volleyball at the sports deck. Kids will love the fun activities at Club HAL and teens will head to an area just for them, The Loft and The Oasis.
Melt your cares away and indulge in the many fantastic beauty and wellness treatments offered at the serene Greenhouse Spa & Salon, sure to leave you rejuvenated. Take a Pilates class at the state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Greet the day on deck with a fresh sea breeze each morning with tai chi, take a jog or stroll on the Promenade's wraparound deck or simply enjoy the view from the padded deck chairs. Sip on your morning coffee and read the papers at the relaxing Explorations Café. The day is yours on the lovely Zuiderdam.
Featuring a myriad of fabulous dining options, from casual outdoor eateries to elegant dining, Oosterdam has something to please everyone. Delicious cuisine is served at the stunning two-level Vista Dining Room with delicious multi-course dinners, including vegetarian and vegan selections from an exclusive menu. Superb cuisine awaits at the elegant Pinnacle Grill, with luxurious appointments, including Bvlgari china, Frette linens and Riedel stemware. Delicious regional Italian dishes are featured at the family-style Canaletto and a variety of made-to-order choices are offered at The Lido Restaurant, a casual eatery. Families will love the Terrace Grill, located poolside, perfect for a casual lunch of grilled favorites. Complimentary room service is offered 24/7.
Choose from a variety of staterooms, from large interior and ocean-view to luxurious Penthouse Suites. Relax in your elegantly appointed "home at sea" with comfortable furnishings, sure to please the most discerning traveler. Connecting staterooms are perfect for families. There is also an all-suite concierge deck with the private Neptune Lounge for the exclusive use of Deluxe Verandah Suite and Penthouse Verandah Suite guests.
Exciting entertainment includes Las-Vegas style performances at the Vista Show Lounge, sing-alongs at the fun Piano Bar, dancing late into the night at Northern Lights and try your luck at the fully-equipped Casino. All this and more awaits you on the incredible Zuiderdam.
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Pinnacle Suites (Penthouse Verandah Suites)
Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Neptune Suites (Deluxe Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Signature Suites (Superior Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Large Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower.
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower
Large Ocean-view Staterooms (Partial View)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All G-category staterooms have partial sea views
Large Ocean-view Staterooms (Obstructed View)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower.All G-category staterooms have partial sea views All HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.
Large or Standard Interior Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower.
Large Interior Staterooms
Large or Standard Inside Staterooms
Standard Inside Staterooms
Standard Inside Stateroom
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Deck: 9 - Lido
In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. This is the inspiration for our onboard Italian restaurant, Canaletto. Enjoy amazing Italian classics like braised chicken cacciatore al forno, branzino ai ferri or garlic shrimp ravioli. And for dessert: tiramisù, cannoli alla Siciliana, gelato, and more. Including pasta made fresh daily. Buon Appetito!
Pinnacle Grill
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
His intimate reservations-only venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience. Featuring premium Sterling Silver beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator - as well as distinctive Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens.
Dining Room
Decks: 2 - Lower Promenade 3 - Promenade
For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. Behind the scenes, our talented executive chefs have worked to bring each dish to perfection. For dinner, choose from comfort classics such as Rosemary Roasted Chicken, as well as regionally inspired cuisine and artfully prepared vegetarian fare.
Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted brioche with our own trade-marked secret sauce. Savor a succulent Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog with golden French fries. Or choose a grilled chicken breast sandwich or juicy portabella mushroom stack. Dive-In is the perfect spot to dine poolside on the best burgers at sea.
Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack or poker, our dealers and staff are available to provide complimentary instruction — and we offer many engaging tournament options. The Casino is only open at sea.
Tasman Room
Deck: 3 - Promenade
Tasman Room.
Half Moon/Hudson/Stuyvesant Rooms
Half Moon/Hudson/Stuyvesant Rooms.
Explorations Café
Deck: 10 - Observation
Explorations Café.
Sea View Pool and Bar
Sea View Pool and Bar.
Photo Shop.
Sliding Dome Cover
Sliding Dome Cover.
Lido Market
Lido Market.
Fitness Center
Fitness Center.
The Greenhouse Spa & Salon
During a leisurely day at sea, few places help you refresh, relax and rejuvenate like the Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. This heavenly retreat nurtures every aspect of your well-being with renowned spa rituals and healing touches. In the spa, pamper your skin with facial treatments featuring premium, naturally sourced ingredients. Nurture your body, too, with massage treatments employing time-honored, hands-on massage techniques gleaned from around the world.
Art Gallery
Art Gallery.
Microsoft Studio
Learn how technology can make your voyage more meaningful and memorable with our complimentary small-group courses at the new Microsoft Studio. Designed for all abilities using the latest Surface Laptop 2 devices, our Microsoft-trained hosts will show you everything from creating photo albums and movies to using 3D effects and staying safe online. Drop in during scheduled times for courses or join our Creative Studio Time every day to work on your projects.
Guest Services
Deck: 1 - Main
Guest Services.
Pinnacle Bar
Pinnacle Bar.
Crow's Nest
Crow's Nest.
Explorers Lounge
Explorers Lounge.
Neptune Lounge
Deck: 7 - Rotterdam
Neptune Lounge.
B.B King's Blues Club
Direct from Beale Street, B.B. King's All Stars bring the best of Memphis music to sea. From funky and fast to soulful and smooth, enjoy dancing and try specialty cocktails like the Lucille and Rock Me Baby.
World Stage
Decks: 1 - Main 2 - Lower Promenade 3 - Promenade
Showcasing music, song, dance, comedy and more, the World Stage presents a myriad of performances and presentations to entertain and inform throughout your voyage.
Biliboard Onboard
Fifty years of chart-topping hits rock the house as two pianists play music that you know and love. It’s all part of Billboard Onboard, an interactive experience made possible by a partnership with Billboard, the leading global destination for charts, news, trends and innovation in music.
Gallery Bar
Gallery Bar.
Lincoln Center Stage
In an exclusive partnership with the world’s leading center for the performing arts, we proudly present Lincoln Center Stage, showcasing outstanding musicians performing multiple programs of chamber music most evenings, as well as afternoon recitals during leisurely days at sea. Price included.
The Retreat
Deck: 11 - Sports
The Retreat.
Sports courts
Sports courts.
Future Cruises
Future Cruises.
Observation Deck
Observation Deck.
Explorations Central
Explorations Central.
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A Review of Holland America’s ms Zuiderdam
by Prof. Cruise · Published January 26, 2022 · Updated January 27, 2022
Have you ever slept with someone for 10 nights, but you still aren’t sure how to pronounce their name? Zoy-der-dam? Zoo-der-dam? Zwee-der-dam?
(I should clarify that I’m a happily married woman, but who wouldn’t get seduced by a suitor willing to cook you 12 meals a day, clean your bathroom, and smile politely as you enthusiastically sing, overly loud and off-key, Whitney at the piano bar?)
Why my Cruise on ms Zuiderdam was Significant
In addition to being the first cruise ship I’ve been unable to pronounce (just call me “Dr.,” preceded by “this is what 9+ years of post-high school education bought you”), my 10-night sailing onboard Holland America’s ms Zuiderdam was significant for many other reasons:
ms Zuiderdam Returns to Service!
This was ms Zuiderdam’s return to service sailing following the pandemic. Arriving at the terminal 3 hours before sunrise paid off in that we scored front row seats to the ribbon cutting ceremony and the crew cheered for us as we boarded:
For a minute there I thought maybe my blog had finally taken off – I felt like a celebrity! But it turns out they were cheering for everyone. Oh well, you’re here reading, and you’re the only one who really matters, right?
Mr. Cruise and H Return to Cruising
This was also my husband and son’s return to cruising. While I’d been on three post-pandemic cruises already (one of those with my mom who was also with us on the Zuiderdam), my son hadn’t been able to cruise until he was eligible to be vaccinated and my husband had to stay home so we wouldn’t get arrested for abandoning our son to cruise (which isn’t to say that it never crossed our minds during those long days of lockdowns and virtual school). So Mr. Cruise and H were excited to be cruising again and I was excited to be back together cruising as a family!
Mr. Cruise tries Holland America
This was Mr. Cruise’s first Holland America ship. My mom, son, and I have cruised HAL before and enjoyed rubbing in how great it was. I guess we’ll just have to try Disney (the only non-luxury line we haven’t sailed yet) and wear Mickey ears for like 6 months after to taunt him.
We celebrated two holidays (Christmas and New Year’s) and my son’s 9 th birthday onboard. I thought we should stay on to celebrate Valentine’s Day and Easter and Halloween and Thanksgiving, but was reminded by security that we’d only paid for 10 nights.
Speaking of security…
A Security Incident
Created by yours truly. This cruise marked the first time I had something confiscated by ship security. You can read all about it in my article: What Kind if Idiot Brings a Skateboard on a Cruise Ship? Here’s a clue:
A Rare Itinerary
Our 10-night Sea of Cortez itinerary is only offered by Holland America once a year and some of our specific ports even less often than that. I fear that, in those places we visited that are not used to cruise ship passengers, I may have created an unfavorable impression with my poor attempt to haggle in Spanish, “te doy 100 pesos por eso.” “Okay ma’am, but the list price is only 20 pesos.”
Low Occupancy
This sailing had the lowest occupancy of any post-pandemic cruise I’d taken so far. It felt like that time in high school I finally got invited to a party only to show up at the address to discover I was the only one there. Except for the person who answered the door. Who was my English teacher! She felt sorry for me and invited me in for a game of scrabble over some herbal tea. Which, let’s face it, was more my speed anyway.
An Unwelcome Stowaway
This was my first post-pandemic cruise with a noticeable Covid presence. That probably had something to do with the low occupancy I mentioned above (we were sailing just as the Omicron wave was getting bad). Midway through our sailing the captain came on the intercom to announce that we would not be allowed by local authorities to dock at our next scheduled port due to having too many positive Covid cases onboard among both crew and passengers. And shortly after that we saw three of our neighbors on deck 8 get whisked away by hazmat-suited crew members (presumably to quarantine), never to be seen by us again. Covid safety protocols were also the strictest they’d been on any of my post-pandemic sailings. Our cruise was 100% vaccinated, testing was required 48 hours or less prior to boarding, and masks were required at all times indoors unless eating or drinking (that was a new one for me).
During our sailing the CDC also released their new advisory on cruising – recommending against cruising, even for those fully vaccinated. “Too late,” I shrugged before belly flopping into the hot tub.
An Insignificant Medical Event
I characterize it as an “insignificant” medical event because that’s how mom wanted it characterized, but I’ll let you be the judge. She cracked several ribs as the result of being violently shoved into a poll on a bus in La Paz when I woman lost her footing and fell into her. She only bothered to tell me about it under blood oath with a promised penalty of death if I told Mr. Cruise or H or made even a small fuss. But she was clearly in a lot of pain for the remainder of our sailing. I think the lessons here are to pack lots of Tylenol, purchase travel insurance (because flukey, unexpected injuries can happen), and abandon stoicism in favor of sympathy desserts: “I’m in a lot of pain here, can you run up to the buffet and grab me a crepe and some ice cream?” Mom’s still working on that last one, but I mastered it years ago.
We’ll get back to the crepes in a second, when I talk about what I loved about ms Zuiderdam. But first, here’s some basic information about the ship:
ms Zuiderdam: The Facts
One of four Vista-class cruise ships, ms Zuiderdam’s maiden voyage was in December of 2002, making her nearly 20 years old. That’s like 100 in cruise ship years which, as it happens, was also the average age of passengers onboard our Sea of Cortez cruise (What? I’m just stating the facts!). She did receive a facelift and a new wardrobe from Chico’s in 2017 (called a “refurbishment” in cruise lingo), so she looks a lot younger from a distance. Over video chat. With a poor connection (same with me – that’s been one huge advantage of working from home during the pandemic).
ms Zuiderdam can welcome 2,272 passengers at maximum capacity (meaning we were about 2,000 passengers short on our sailing) and employs and houses 842 crew members (800 of whom were in quarantine on our sailing). She has 15 decks, 11 of which are available to guests, (and 7 of which are currently being used for quarantining positive Covid cases). I’m kidding about all commentary in parenthesis, of course – I’m just teasing ms Zuiderdam because I’m really nervous about asking her to be my Valentine’s date.
But perhaps a better approach would be to discuss what I love about her.
What I Loved about ms Zuiderdam
Wide, wraparound promenade deck.
This isn’t a popular opinion, but I’m not that impressed by the voluptuous, exposed, and glittered up asses, I mean afts, of some of those fancy new Royal Caribbean mega ships. Honesty, they make me a little uncomfortable and bring out the protective mom in me, “Cover up that aft! You’re not leaving this dock until the hem of your shorts makes contact with your knee and your homework is done, missy!”
Call me traditional, boring even, but I’m a promenade deck gal. I fell in love with Holland America several years ago on our first sunrise walk together. And the promenade deck on ms Zuiderdam reminded me, once again, of what I love most about cruising: feeling a deep sense of connection to the earth as I breathe out all the stresses of everyday life and breathe in the smells and sounds and sights of the sea. Plus my twice daily walks helped keep my brain sharp and my endurance up as completed two full laps at .5 MPH while listening to a Christmas-themed audio book: “ The Bull Rider’s Christmas Baby .”
P.S. I’m gauging interest in “Prof. Cruise’s Book Club.” Whaddya say?
Mexican Cultural Embassador
By now, you probably have the impression that I’m not real cultured. And you’re right – as my Ancestry.com report confirmed, I’m 100% American Apple Pie. I mean yes, that’s what I ate right before sending in my spit sample, but I don’t think brushing my teeth would have changed the result much: 99% American Apple Pie, 1% Colgate. And I guess that’s why I appreciate learning about other cultures so much and really enjoyed all the programming offered by our Mexican Cultural Embassador onboard ms Zuiderdam. My 9 year-old especially loved the Mexican paper flower class. He did a great job too. You can hardly tell the difference between his paper flowers and the fresh flowers on ms Zuiderdam:
Yes you can, but we’ll talk about that after he goes to bed. For now, let’s shift our focus to the gorgeous fresh flowers all over ms Zuiderdam.
Fresh Flowers
I’ll save you the trouble, they’re real! Still, you’ll find the fresh flowers all over ms Zuiderdam too perfect and spectacular and will doubt my credibility and grope them anyway: “OMG, they are real!” Say it extra loud to help out the crew member dusting nearby who can check off that square on his “weird and annoying things cruise passengers do” bingo card. And then apologize because now he has to sanitize that vase for the 100th time. And then apologize again after you head back over to smell them: “Oops, forgot to smell them. Sorry about that.”
But seriously, Holland America is known for having gorgeous fresh flowers onboard and you should DEFINITELY smell them, but not before popping one of these (live and learn and prevent others from a Covid scare that really was just allergies):
Royal Delft China
I love the blue and white Royal Delft china used in the dining rooms on HAL ships. There was even a table set up on ms Zuiderdam with information on how you could purchase some for your home. Note I said “you” could purchase not “we” could purchase. Because being hastily slammed head first onto a moving belt by stressed, overworked baggage handlers as they relocated from the Zuiderdam to Seattle would be the safest phase of their new life with us. Because as soon as they finally stopped longing for steak and lobster and accepted that every night they were going to be defaced by Kraft Mac ‘n Cheese, manhandled by a 9 year-old in desperate need of a good finishing school, and then licked by a geriatric shelter dog with advanced dental disease, they would die the way all beautiful china dies, tragically in a million pieces on the cold floor. Before relocating again to the city dump.
Maybe you live in a more civilized household though. Or just enjoy them while onboard the Zuiderdam like we did.
With Holland America’s signature Music Walk, multiple specialized music venues located in close proximity, ms Zuiderdam offers the BB King Blues Club, the Lincoln Center Stage for classical selections, and Billboard Onboard for contemporary hits. With musicians this talented, you’ll find yourself saying: “I never thought I liked classical music” or “I never thought I liked blues” or “I never thought I liked that awful screeching crap young people listen to through those alien looking plastic gadgets hanging out of their ears that cause premature hearing loss.” I can just picture my 9-year-old rolling his eyes at that last one. But I almost convinced him I was cool when I took him to the “club” with me on the Zuiderdam. Until I requested a Kenny Loggins song at the piano bar followed by 20 minutes of awkward silence as the two performers frantically searched for the sheet music before finally concluding: “I guess we all have our limits.”
Seriously though, the performers on the Zuiderdam brought the house down with every performance. Try every venue at least once even if you don’t think it’s going to be your jam.
BBC Earth’s “Planet Earth II in Concert”
A partnership with BBC Earth provides Holland America cruisers with theater screenings of BBC Earth programming as well as magnificent concert events that combine live orchestra music with dramatic footage from BBC Earth. On the Zuiderdam we were treated to “Planet Earth II in Concert,” featuring some of the most incredible wildlife footage I’ve ever seen along with live music performed by the “Lincoln Center Stage” performers.
While I may have peed myself a little and traumatized my 9 year-old during some of the “predator vs prey” scenes, I highly recommend you suit up in some Depends and get to this one early for a good seat. It was a highlight of our cruise.
Stop shouting, “have some humanity” at cable news and book yourself on the Zuiderdam where you might actually find some. Of course I’m talking about the Step One Dance Company’s interactive dance/video show. What did you think I meant? Don’t you know that cruise ship’s were notorious for brawls long before Covid outbreaks?
I’d seen Humanity shortly after it debuted on select Holland America ships a few years ago and remember loving it at the time. But since then NCL’s full length Broadway shows pretty much ruined the typical cruise ship production show for me. Not that the performers aren’t talented or that I don’t enjoy them – I just wouldn’t pay big bucks to see them at a theater on land like I would Kinky Boots or Jersey Boys. But after “Humanity,” I found myself thinking, “I might actually pay to see that on land.” But then I came to my senses and decided to just book another Holland America cruise to see it again. Don’t miss it if you’re booked on the Zuiderdam! And if you’re not booked on the Zuiderdam, for the love of Humanity, what are you waiting for?
Food Quality
Let me start with a story that has nothing directly to do with cruising, but should lend this section on food quality onboard the Zuiderdam some context and credibility. A few weeks back, Mr. Cruise, who does all our household grocery shopping (yes, he’s great, but I’d leave him in a second for a cruise ship captain and he knows it), came home from Trader Joe’s with this giant box of cherry cordials all excited like he’d discovered them on an archeological dig:
After teasing him relentlessly…
“Did they card you when you bought these…to make sure you were over 90?”
“I wondered where all the great-aunts of the world did their Christmas shopping.”
“Do you have a white elephant party coming up?”
…Mr. Cruise wondered why he had never been gifted a box of these by an elderly relative and concluded that they were gross. We tried to pawn them off on our son so we could hog the good desserts and also to get him a little drunk so he’d go to bed earlier, but he didn’t like them either. So they sat up in the cupboard for a week before I discovered them in the garbage can.
Outraged, I dug them out (it doesn’t count as dumpster diving if it’s within your own home, right?) and stuck them in the kitchen junk drawer intending to eventually eat them because: Bad chocolate is better than no chocolate! And you NEVER throw away food.
Here’s photo evidence should you think I’m making this story up:
Anyway, I tell you all this to illuminate the difference between Mr. Cruise and I when it comes to food and especially cruise ship food: I’m a quantity over quality gal and will eat just about anything and he’s a quality over quantity guy and regularly throws away candy. Men are from Mars, etc.
So while I love all cruise ship food and low key hate that the crew serves you in the buffet on Holland America because I prefer hearty portions (“fill my plate like you were in charge of carb loading an NFL team”), Mr. Cruise is picky, what millennials call a “foodie.” He once spit out a bite of fish into his napkin in front of his mother-in-law on a Carnival cruise.
But guess what? He LOVED the food, both on the buffet and in the dining rooms, on ms Zuiderdam. So much so that he came home and booked us on a bucket list 16 night Australia/New Zealand cruise on Holland America for this Christmas!
I loved it too, but I eat garbage can chocolate cordials, so take that for what it’s worth. Here are some food-related things we especially enjoyed:
Buffet Desserts
The buffet desserts on ms Zuiderdam were some of the best I’ve had at sea. If you like to limit your calories to one dessert per meal (why even bother to cruise!?!), skip the ones in the display case and ask for the “special” desserts behind the counter: Hard ice cream in a giant waffle cone with a bunch of toppings and bread pudding at lunch and crepes and whatever that day’s featured item is at dinner (On crème brulée night in the main dining room, they serve the exact same dish on the buffet – I tried them both to verify. For science!).
Dining Room Breakfast Menu
Holland America has the best and most extensive breakfast menu of any line I’ve sailed (and I’ve sailed them all, minus Disney and the luxury lines). You can preview the menu HERE . I especially loved the croissant and bread pudding (I ordered one every morning as an appetizer), the passion fruit yogurt, aloo masala (they have a great selection of international offerings) and the veggie sausage (pictured with the waffles above – I’ve never seen it on another line). Mom and Mr. Cruise liked the smoked salmon omelette and my son liked all the “griddle” selections.
Dive In on Holland America ships has long been my favorite burger joint at sea mostly because I feel like the name gives me permission to launch myself head first into my food without accounting for manners or decorum. But also because they have the best options for humans who think themselves rabbits. Vegetarians I mean, not anything creepy (although I’ll admit that some find vegetarians an odd breed). I was even more excited to try it again on ms Zuiderdam because I’d read that the vegetarian options at Dive In had expanded recently with the addition of the Beyond Meat patty available as a substitute for any burger option (in addition to the two veggie options already on the menu) and the Beyond Brat for any of the hot dogs. I was also excited to see what Mr. Cruise thought of Dive In so I could pass along his perspective to my non-veggie readers.
Now normally Mr. Cruise agrees with me on just about everything because, happy wife and all that. But I could tell he genuinely loved Dive In because I kept catching him pre-lunching (sneaking a secret first lunch before we met up as a family for real lunch). And the only reason I caught him was because I was doing the same!
Among the four of us, I think we ordered everything on the menu (available HERE ) at least six times and even tried a few off menu items: “3X3 animal style please!” (we had to explain what the heck that is, but once we did, they were happy to accommodate). And we loved it all! Definitely give it a try as a first lunch, second lunch, third lunch…just Dive In!
Room Service
With the exception of a few specialty items, room service is still complimentary on Holland America and there’s a great selection. You can view the menu HERE .
Guest Services
It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s…Yuan from the Guest Services desk here to save Christmas! If you read my article, “ What Kind of Idiot Brings a Skateboard on a Cruise Ship? ” (I totally understand if you didn’t read it because you’ve been following my blog for some time now and knew the answer right away), you already know the story. But I want to give an extra shout out to Guest Services, and especially Yuan, for working with ship security to make sure my son was able to open his skateboard (the only thing he asked Santa for) on Christmas morning and allowing us to check it out while in port so he could take it for a spin (or more accurately fall twice and then give up and make me carry it around all day).
If you’re booked on the Zuiderdam, be sure to say hello to Yuan from “skateboard mom.”
Friendly Crew
Yuan wasn’t the only hero crew member on the Zuiderdam. Our waiter noticed my son was in a bit of a funk one night and performed this trick for him…
He even taught him how to do it and gave him the prop. He’s still performing it for his friends and it makes them laugh every time! But while we’re on the topic of cranky kids…
Best Spots on the Zuiderdam to Hide from your Kid
What I meant to say was, “best spots on the Zuiderdam to curl up with a good book.”
The Crow’s nest is the perfect spot to read or not read because you’re too distracted looking out the large wraparound windows for the whales everyone sees but you. Speaking of not finding things, I loved the Crow’s Nest, but I have to admit that it took me 5 days of a 10 day cruise to find it.
If you can’t find it or if it’s too crowded (get there early or go at off times – it’s a popular spot among the higher IQ crowd), try the Gallery Bar as an alternative. It’s a cool spot and deserted during the day with no views to keep you from finding out if the rodeo cowboy who has lived twenty-seven carefree years as a bachelor is ready for a family .
Best Spots on the Zuiderdam to Send your Mom to Read with your Kid so you can Drink
The comfortable loungers on the Promenade deck are also a wonderful spot to read (or to send your mom to read with your kid so you can drink).
Loyalty Gift
We received these gorgeous Delft tile coasters in our cabin as a loyalty gift from the Mariner Society. I feel kind of bad that mine is currently hanging out in the kitchen junk drawer with the cherry cordials.
Three Things I Didn’t Love about the Zuiderdam
The first time I saw this ghostly woman knitting in the rafters of the main theater, I joked to my mom, “looks like some of the Halloween decorations got mixed in with the Christmas ones.” But I legit didn’t sleep for 10 nights.
Even though none of the other art on the ship prompted me to use my New Year’s horn as a ghost deterrent, scaring my fellow passengers as I blew it in advance of every blind corner, I wasn’t a fan of the Zuiderdam’s overall style and decor. While my mom would disagree, she found some of the artifacts fascinating, I found the ship drab and outdated. Did that affect my experience onboard or give me pause in sailing on the Zuiderdam again? Nope! With unlimited funds and no kid, I’d pop some Tylenol PM, retire my horn in favor of a garlic necklace, and stay onboard in perpetuity.
Cold Pools and Theater
This being my first warm-weather cruise since the pandemic (my prior three had all been to Alaska), I was looking forward to complaining about the heat and cursing my northern European skin as I lathered on 12 layers of sunscreen only to lather on 12 layers of Aloe Vera later that night despite my best efforts. I was also excited to hit the pool with my son who just learned how to swim. While the first part generally met my expectations, the pool was so. cold. It’s no coincidence that these polar bears are the only ones near it:
Instead of a spirited game of Marco Polo, we played “who can dip their toe in the furthest without freezing to death.”
The main theater, in addition to being haunted, was also so. cold. Was this an attempt at encouraging social distancing (freeze them out to avoid a super spreader event) or were the lighting and sound engineers up in the booth doing it for shits and giggles: “Check out this woman wearing socks as gloves.” (Yes, that was me.)
Pro Tip: Pack a wet suit and a wool sweater.
Overall Changes to HAL
These aren’t necessarily specific to the Zuiderdam (although some might be – I just don’t have enough recent cruises on HAL under my belt at this point to know…others please chime in in the comments), I noticed some unwelcome changes since my last cruise on Holland America. No more Opera’s Book Club (I mean, I’m ready to step up to fill this void, just say the word!), no more America’s Test Kitchen (replaced by “Port to Table” led by one of the ship’s chefs and the cruise director), and the EXC lectures were now presented by the cruise director instead of outside experts from various fields. These were some of the things I loved most about my first few cruises with HAL and I was sad to see them gone. Don’t worry though, I’ll live to cruise another day. Or days. Many, many days. And many of them still with HAL.
With an acknowledgement that change is inevitable and wanting to conclude on a positive note, I’ll leave you with this photo of my family, happily together cruising again, and a wish for a happy, healthy 2022 full of cruises!
And with that…
Class Dismissed.
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Boarding the Zuiderdam tomorrow; someone posted this in a Facebook group and I LOVE IT! I love your humor – thanks for taking the time to post. Cheers!ua
Oh my gosh, have the most amazing time on the Zuiderdam! I’m jealous!
I found Yuan and telling her Hello from you made her day – she was all smiles and told mer her end of the skateboard Christmas story – she asked me to say hello to you for her 😀
Oh my gosh, this is awesome! This made my day too! Thanks so much for telling her hello for me! These connections are one of my favorite part of cruising. I hope you had an amazing time on the Zuiderdam!
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Zuiderdam Makes Maiden Call to Kobe Port
- March 3, 2024
The Zuiderdam made its maiden call to Kobe Port on March 2, marking the beginning of the season for the port located between mountains and the sea. According to a spokesperson, the sunny skies made it seem like the entire city of Kobe was celebrating the occasion.
This year is the 150th anniversary of Holland America Line’s founding, and also the 150th anniversary of the founding of Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street near Kobe Port. The bond between Kobe Port and Holland America Line has further deepened, as Seattle, where Holland America Line’s head office is located, and Kobe City have a sister city and sister port relationship.
The Zuiderdam is the first international ship of the season to arrive in Kobe Port, and its arrival was met with excitement from locals and tourists alike. The port expects a 90-plus call season, said a spokesperson.
The Zuiderdam is set to embark on a 128-night Grand World Voyage in 2024, starting on January 3, 2024. The itinerary includes stops in 50 ports in 27 countries.
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Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2025-2026 Hawaii and Panama Canal Voyages
Holland America Line is setting sail for adventure with the opening of bookings for its 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises. With a focus on longer voyages and destination immersion, the premium cruise line is set to offer sailings out of five North American homeports on five separate ships for the 2025-2026 season.
For the specified season, Holland America Line is offering six different Panama Canal cruises. The upcoming season’s offering will feature several firsts, including the addition of the port of Acajutla, El Salvador on most Panama Canal itineraries and the inaugural transit of the canal by the Pinnacle-Class ship Koningsdam. For those looking to cross the canal aboard Zuiderdam, the 2025-2026 season will bring new departures from Miami .
These cruises, ranging from 15 to 22 days, provide guests with the opportunity to embark on shorter or more extended journeys, all while experiencing the wonders of the iconic Central America waterway.
"We know a Panama Canal transit is a once-in-a-lifetime experience many of our guests are seeking, and by adding Acajutla to select voyages, we're making it even more memorable. Guests can discover the 'Pompeii of the Americas' with a shore excursion to Joya de Cerén archaeological site, where they'll explore a Mayan farming village remarkably preserved under volcanic ash," said Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line's chief commercial officer. "With four different departure cities, there are so many different ways to experience the Panama Canal aboard one of our ships.
In addition to Panama Canal adventures, the 2025-2026 season marks the debut of Holland America Line's ship Nieuw Amsterdam in Hawaii. Sailing roundtrip itineraries from San Diego, California, Nieuw Amsterdam will be joined by Koningsdam and Zaandam in sailing island-hopping itineraries, almost all of which include an overnight in the Aloha State’s iconic capital city of Honolulu.
Holland America’s selection of Hawaii and Panama Canal cruises both range in duration from 15 to 22 days and are available from October 2025 through April 2026. Cruises to both of these colorful equatorial destinations showcase a blend of natural wonders and manmade marvels, from breathtaking cascading waterfalls and verdant tropical landscapes to ancient Mayan ruins and the world-famous locks of the Panama Canal.
Immersive shore excursions offer cultural insights into the destinations' rich heritage and natural beauty. Meanwhile, the diverse cuisine offered on board incorporates unique local flavors, including succulent Pacific mahi-mahi, sweet golden pineapple, fresh homemade salsa, and other regional specialties sourced directly from port to plate.
Highlights of the 2025-2026 Panama Canal Cruise Season:
- Panama Canal cruises are aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam and Zuiderdam.
- Cruises start or end in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Seattle, Washington; San Diego, California; or Miami or Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- Guests enjoy a daylight transit of the Panama Canal, with commentary on the open decks detailing the amazing feat of the man-made marvel.
- Itineraries range from 15 to 22 days and include a combination of calls in Aruba, California, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama and Turks and Caicos.
- Several cruises offer multiple embarkation or disembarkation options. For example, Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, Seattle or Vancouver.
- Select Panama Canal sailings include a call at Acajutla, a new port for Holland America Line, offering excursions to remarkably preserved Mayan ruins, volcanoes, and cacao plantations, while also providing a gateway to see more of El Salvador, including San Salvador and Nahuizalco.
- Many Panama Canal cruises include a call at Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line's award-winning private island in the Bahamas.
Highlights of the 2025-2026 Hawaii Cruise Season:
- Cruises to Hawaii are aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam and Zaandam. This will be Nieuw Amsterdam's first season in Hawaii.
- Itineraries are roundtrip from San Diego, roundtrip from Vancouver, or from Vancouver to San Diego.
- 17-day "Circle Hawaii" from Vancouver to San Diego visits Nawiliwili, Kahului, Hilo, Honolulu (overnight) and Kona. The 17-day roundtrip from San Diego features either an overnight or late departure from Honolulu, a call to Ensenada, Mexico, and more Hawaiian ports like Kona and Kahului.
- 18-day "Circle Hawaii" is roundtrip from San Diego or Vancouver and calls at Kahului, Hilo, Honolulu (overnight), Nawiliwili and Kona. Roundtrip San Diego adds a call at Ensenada and roundtrip Vancouver includes Victoria, Canada.
For a limited time, guests who choose to add the ‘Have It All’ premium package—the line’s standard package of amenities, such as shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package, Surf Wi-Fi and free prepaid Crew Appreciation—when booking select Panama Canal and Hawaii voyages will receive free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.
HAL-Holland America Line , renowned for its premium and destination-focused voyages, has commenced bookings for its 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises. These anticipated journeys will depart from 5 North American homeports, featuring sailings on 5 distinct ships.
The upcoming season introduces 6 diverse Panama Canal cruises, boasting several inaugural experiences. Notable additions include the inclusion of the port of Acajutla, El Salvador , on most Panama Canal sailings. Additionally, guests will have the opportunity to embark on the Pinnacle-Class ship Koningsdam for its maiden transit through the canal. Furthermore, Zuiderdam will offer new departures from Miami for those seeking to traverse the canal aboard this vessel. Spanning from 15 to 22 days, these voyages cater to travelers seeking varied vacation durations.
In Hawaii, the debut of Nieuw Amsterdam marks a significant addition, as it offers roundtrip itineraries from San Diego, California . Joining Nieuw Amsterdam are Koningsdam and Zaandam , embarking on island-hopping adventures that typically include an overnight stay in Honolulu , Hawaii's captivating capital. These Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises are available from October 2025 through April 2026, with durations ranging from 15 to 22 days.
Featuring a blend of natural wonders and cultural treasures, the itineraries highlight cascading waterfalls, ancient Mayan ruins, and the iconic locks of the Panama Canal. Shore excursions offer immersive experiences, showcasing the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of the destinations. Onboard dining experiences celebrate local flavors, with offerings such as golden pineapple, Pacific mahi-mahi, and regional specialties sourced directly from port to plate.
Highlights of the 2025-2026 Panama Canal Cruise Season:
- Cruises available aboard Eurodam , Koningsdam, and Zuiderdam.
- Departures from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada ; Seattle, Washington ; San Diego, California; or Miami or Fort Lauderdale, Florida .
- Daylight transit of the Panama Canal with informative commentary on open decks.
- Itineraries include calls in Aruba, California, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, and Turks and Caicos.
- Select sailings offer multiple embarkation or disembarkation options, such as Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, Seattle, or Vancouver.
- Select cruises include a call at Acajutla, a new port for HAL, offering excursions to well-preserved Mayan ruins, volcanoes, and cacao plantations, as well as opportunities to explore El Salvador further.
- Many itineraries feature a visit to Half Moon Cay , HAL's private island in the Bahamas.
Highlights of the 2025-2026 Hawaii Cruise Season:
- Cruises aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, and Zaandam, with Nieuw Amsterdam making its Hawaii debut.
- Guests sailing on Nieuw Amsterdam can indulge in the culinary delights of the ship's newest restaurant, Morimoto by Sea. Guests on Koningsdam or Zaandam can enjoy the restaurant menu during special pop-up dinners.
- Itineraries range from roundtrip voyages from San Diego to Vancouver, or from Vancouver to San Diego.
- The 17-day "Circle Hawaii" itinerary from Vancouver to San Diego visits Nawiliwili , Kahului , Hilo , Honolulu (overnight), and Kona . The roundtrip from San Diego includes an overnight or late departure from Honolulu, a call to Ensenada, Mexico , and additional Hawaiian ports.
- The 18-day "Circle Hawaii" itinerary, roundtrip from San Diego or Vancouver, includes stops at Kahului, Hilo, Honolulu (overnight), Nawiliwili, and Kona. The roundtrip from San Diego adds a call at Ensenada, while the roundtrip from Vancouver includes Victoria, Canada .
For a limited time, guests booking select 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises with the Have It All premium package will enjoy added benefits such as shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package, Surf Wi-Fi, free prepaid Crew Appreciation, and upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi. Cruise-only fares start from US$1,579 for Hawaii cruises and US$1,779 for Panama Canal cruises, per person, double occupancy, with taxes, fees, and port expenses additional. Terms and conditions apply.
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