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HOLLAND AMERICA - OOSTERDAM: 16-Night "European Serenade" Barcelona to Ft. Lauderdale
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Long known for their no-nonsense approach to ship design, Holland America continues to retain their traditions of spacious staterooms, white-gloved service, museum quality artwork and fresh-cut flowers throughout all public spaces. With the introduction of their new "Vista class" ships - of which Oosterdam (pronounced, "OH-ster-dam") is a proud member, these traditions continue.

But Holland America isn't sitting on their laurels. Their recent "Signature of Excellence" initiative is proof positive that this line is successfully combining timeless traditions changing trends. Here are some of the highlights - both traditional and new - that Oosterdam delivers to her passengers.
  • More Balconies and More Ocean Views. Two of three staterooms feature a private balcony and 85% of all staterooms have ocean views.
  • Upgraded Stateroom Amenities. EVERY accommodation features luxury bedding, premium linens, fluffy Egyptian cotton towels, plush bathrobes, salon-quality hair dryers, and more. Suite accommodations offer additional luxury touches!
  • More Space – Fewer Passengers. Staterooms average 25% larger than the competition and Westerdam carries 25% fewer guests than comparably-sized ships.
  • Four Dining Choices. The main, two-tiered dining room (now with four dining times); a reservations-only alternative restaurant; and the always-casual Lido Restaurant. Plus, complimentary in-room dining!
  • Culinary Arts Center. A demonstration kitchen for gourmet food presentations, tasting events and cooking classes!
  • Greenhouse Spa and Salon! Expanded Kids & Teen Programs! Optional treatments include dry-float suite, couple’s massage rooms, thermal suites with hydrotherapy pools and more! Kids and teens have never had it better with their own space – even their own clubs!
  • The “extras.” Expanded enrichment programs, complimentary evening hors d’oeuvres, Royal Dutch High Tea, hand-dipped chocolates, ice cream specialties, and more!

.Recommended for:
.Not Recommended for:
  • A broader age demographic than any previous Holland America class of ships. The Westerdam marks a significant increase in onboard kids and teens facilities.
  • Upscale passengers looking for a relatively traditional cruise experience
  • Cruise passengers who don’t like being nickeled and dimed with extra-cost "add-ons."
  • Loyal Holland America passengers looking for brighter, more spacious-feeling ships
  • Young, active, energetic cruise passengers looking for nonstop onboard activities
  • Passengers tired of "traditional-style" cruising

ShipShopper Index™:
Year Built:
2003
Size Category:
Large (85,000 tons)
Passengers:
1,844
"Elbowroom" Factor:
Spacious
Outside Cabins:
86%
Balcony Cabins:
68%
Sister Ships:
Zuiderdam, Westerdam, Noordam
Length:
951 feet
Width:
106 feet
Crew:
1,000
Registration: Netherlands

Cruise Itinerary
 DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART
  DAY 1  BARCELONA (overnight)    
  DAY 2  Barcelona    05:00 PM
  DAY 3  Alicante  08:00 AM  04:00 PM
  DAY 4  Malaga  07:00 AM  05:00 PM
  DAY 5  Casablanca  07:00 AM  09:00 PM
  DAY 6  Cadiz/Seville  10:00 AM  07:00 PM
  DAY 7  Lisbon  10:00 AM  11:00 PM
  DAY 8  At sea    
  DAY 9  Madeira  08:00 AM  05:00 PM
  DAY 10  At sea    
  DAY 11  At sea    
  DAY 12  At sea    
  DAY 13  At sea    
  DAY 14  At sea    
  DAY 15  At sea    
  DAY 16  Half Moon Cay  08:00 AM  03:00 PM
  DAY 17  FT. LAUDERDALE  07:00 AM  

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