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Oosterdam

Sail Date: 5/9/2010

Length: 7 Nights

Ship: Oosterdam

Price: From $699.00

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Itinerary

Destination Arrival Departure
SeattleWcities destination guide and download available5/9/2010 -- 5/9/2010 4:00 PM
At Sea5/10/2010 -- 5/10/2010 --
Glacier Bay5/11/2010 10:00 AM5/11/2010 7:00 PM
Juneau5/12/2010 7:00 AM5/12/2010 8:00 PM
Sitka5/13/2010 8:00 AM5/13/2010 5:00 PM
Ketchikan5/14/2010 7:00 AM5/14/2010 1:00 PM
Victoria, B.C.5/15/2010 6:00 PM5/15/2010 11:59 PM
SeattleWcities destination guide and download available5/16/2010 7:00 AM5/16/2010 --
Rates are cruise only, per person, based on double occupancy. Government fees/taxes additional for all guests. Fuel surcharges may apply. Please ask your travel counselor for details. Rates are subject to availability and may change without notice. Restrictions may apply.

HH - Large Outside Stateroom

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2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

MM - Large or Standard Inside Stateroom

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2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approx. 183-207 sq. ft.

M - Large or Standard Inside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approx. 183-207 sq. ft.

L - Large or Standard Inside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approx. 183-207 sq. ft.

K - Large or Standard Inside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approx. 183-207 sq. ft.

J - Large or Standard Inside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approx. 183-207 sq. ft.

H - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

GG - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

G - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

F - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

E - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

DD - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

VF - Deluxe Verandah Outside Stateroom

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2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 249 sq. ft.

C - Large Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approx. 185 sq. ft. All G-category staterooms have a partial sea view. All GG-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. All H- & HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views.

VE - Deluxe Verandah Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 249 sq. ft.

VD - Deluxe Verandah Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 249 sq. ft.

VC - Deluxe Verandah Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 249 sq. ft.

VB - Deluxe Verandah Outside Stateroom

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 249 sq. ft.

SY - Superior Verandah Suite

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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, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 389 sq. ft. with verandah.

SS - Superior Verandah Suite

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
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, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 389 sq. ft. with verandah.

SC - Deluxe Verandah Suite

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
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. Approx. 510 sq. ft. with verandah.

SB - Deluxe Verandah Suite

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
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. Approx. 510 sq. ft. with verandah.

SA - Deluxe Verandah Suite

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Stateroom DiagramStateroom
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. Approx. 510 sq. ft. with verandah.

PS - Penthouse Verandah Suite

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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. Approx. 1318 sq. ft. with verandah.
7-night cruise, meals and entertainment.

Ship Overview

Oosterdam Introducing the ms Oosterdam (pronounced OH-ster-dam), second member of the grand Vista-class ships defining the future of cruising. Oosterdam dazzles guests with more of everything they desire in a cruise vacation: More staterooms with verandahs for private sunning, dining and relaxing. More dining choices including an intimate reservations-only restaurant. More ways to relax in The Greenhouse Spa and Salon, largest and most luxurious spa in the Holland America fleet.

Tour the Ship

Dramatic Oosterdam exhilirates guests with an unforgettable cruising experience.

Vista Lounge

This elegant two-story dining room is Holland America's signature restaurant, with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides of the room. New are two grand staircases on either side of the atrium.

Pinnacle Grill

Guests who dine at the intimate, reservations-only Pinnacle Grill enjoy a dining experience themed to reflect the Pacific Northwest. Candlelight and fine décor create a romantic ambiance that sets the stage for fresh Northwest dishes and select wines.

Piano Bar

The sleek and futuristic Piano Bar is a study of form and function, texture and taste. Soak it all in as a talented musican nimbly tickles the ivories.

Ocean Bar

Stylish, jaunty tones and maritime motifs bring seasoned seafarers to the Ocean Bar. Rub shoulders with other "old salts" as you swap tales of journeys past.

Neptune Lounge

At your service is the Neptune Lounge's Concierge, exclusively available to Penthouse and Deluxe Verandah Suite guests. Relax here over breakfast pastries with your favorite newspaper, or gather for evening hors d'oeuvres and cocktails in this timeless, genteel setting.

Lido Pool

Warm days with light, salty breezes are made for lounging poolside with an icy beverage in one hand and an epic novel in the other. Does this count as doing something or doing nothing? You'll soon know...

Erasmus Library

Some of your best friends may be found in the Erasmus Library-Hemingway, Kipling, Thoreau. Settle into a plush chair to revel in two of life's finest luxuries: a great book, and time to read it.

Gym Room

Work out on the high seas in a state-of-the-art gym complete with machines, free weights, cardio equipment and a personal training consultant. Afterwards, re-hydrate yourself at the juice bar. On offer are carrot, apple, pineapple or vegetable blends -- good-for-you nectar of the gods!

Explorer's Lounge

Contemporary furnishings and a relaxed atmosphere -- these are the essential ingredients for the understated elegance of the Explorer's Lounge. This meeting place for friends old and new offers intimate seating for small gatherings.

Cigar Room

Reminiscent of a Victorian society club, the Cigar Room is where a post-prandial Macanudo or Arturo cigar and a fine cognac are vices not only permitted, but encouraged. A humidor keeps the former in perfect condition, while the latter is hand-selected by the on-board sommelier and ranges from VS to XO.

Atrium

Fresh and crisp retro décor is the hallmark of the ms Oosterdam's atrium. Inspect the signature Svarouski Crystal seahorse sculpture that hangs from the ceiling, then work your way down the three-story deco staircase to perch on a stool at the bar and order a tall glass of time out.

Reviewer Ratings

5/5

Reviewer Scorecard

Staff Dining Entertainment Activities Cabins/Staterooms Itinerary/Ports Value

The beautiful Amsterdam

Alaska - 7/2009

After hosting a Personal Enrichment Series Food & Wine group for Signature onboard the Amsterdam, I have nothing but good things to say about the ship.

She is beautiful and with less than 1400 passengers there was never a space issue.

The ship was very clean and no matter where you looked someone was cleaning something.

I did have a talk with the Hotel Manager and he mentioned that the crew is a very cohesive group and people love to work onboard the ship. I spoke with one waiter who actually is extending his contract. I have never heard that one before. The crew was happy and it really showed when they interacted with the passengers.

I did get an outside cabin. Very spacious and very well taken care of. I was not looking forward to having a connecting door to the neighbors because of the noise. I must say that we never even heard them and they were three teenagers! Sound control is great on the ship.

Beds were phenomenal. Never slept so well on a cruise!! They use pillow top Sealy mattresses.

In the whole week I saw my cabin steward twice, but yet our stateroom was always clean! They do not use any of those housekeeping carts anymore. On other cruises they stand around the hallways at their carts waiting for passengers to leave their staterooms. Not on HAL. I do not know where they hide, but it was a pleasure to walk in the hallways without it being an obstacle course.  

The food was very good at the buffet, the restaurant and of course at the Pinnacle Grill. What I liked about the buffet is that it was not self-serve. There were cooks behind the counter serving the food to you. That kept the place much cleaner then when passengers get their own food.

And guess what, the crew actually helped people to their tables if they noticed that the passenger needed help with their plates (unlike some other cruises I have done this year). 

I saw no signs of the cruise line trying to save money! HAL is as good as they have always been. And if they are saving money this year it happens behind the screens and does not affect the passengers!

Overall this experience reminded me again why HAL is still my favorite (mass?) premium cruise line!!! The service can't be beat and the whole atmosphere still reminds you that you are cruising and not that you in a big floating hotel.

Oh, and the average age was a lot lower then what most people think it is!!!!

 

Pros: Crew and atmosphere

Cons: It was only a 7-night cruise

Reviewer Recommended? y

Reviewer Ratings

4/5

Reviewer Scorecard

Staff Dining Entertainment Activities Cabins/Staterooms Itinerary/Ports Value

Transatlantic cruising

Venice to New York - 4/2008

Excellent food - Happy staff!

Ship was very well maintained.  The crew goes out of their way to assist you in all areas of  the ship.  Very extensive library and wifi in many areas of the ship, however, a little slow and expensive.  Outside deluxe stateroom was comfortable and we made more room to move about by turning the queen bed in to twins.

Pros: Food, Staff, Library, Spa

Cons: No cons

Reviewer Recommended? y

Reviewer Ratings

5/5

Reviewer Scorecard

Staff Dining Entertainment Activities Cabins/Staterooms Itinerary/Ports Value

Never Disappoints

We use Holland America a lot, and the Oosterdam in particular. Even with some technical difficulties aboard, the staff more than compensates for this shortcoming with their willingness to accommodate each guest.

I have sailed on the Oosterdam 4 times in the last 18 months hosting groups. Like all ships, things go wrong from time to time, whether they be mechanical or schedule related. What sets Holland America apart, and the Oosterdam, is the willingness of the crew to step up and do what it takes to make things right.

I find the accommodations to be among the best around. The food has gotten increasingly better over the years, and the service is excellent. I am not an entertainment person, but can say with confidence that the dealers in the casino are very friendly.

We think HAL offers the best bang-for-the-buck in the cruise industry.

Pros: Holland America stands up for their product and do what it takes to make customers happy.

Cons: The ship is in somewhat rough shape, but is due to drydock in April and all of this should be repaired.

Reviewer Recommended? y

Available Addons: Optional roundtrip airfare from your city.
Optional shore excursions.
Pre and post cruise hotel stay.

Remarks: Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare, transfers, government fees and taxes additional. Information and pricing is subject to change without notice. While we do our very best to ensure that information and pricing appearing in this website is complete and accurate, we cannot be responsible for incomplete and inaccurate representations, which may or may not be under our control. In the event of a pricing error, misrepresentation or omission, we reserve the right to adjust the pricing or make any other corrections.