Designed to be more spacious than most medium-sized cruise ships, Zaandam offers maximum comfort for fewer guests. Although aiming to attract a younger crowd than typical HAL cruise ships, Zaandam still boasts the familiar features older fans enjoy such as the art auctions, spa treatments, bingo, variety shows, chef’s demonstrations and shore excursions.
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Kids can take to the seas in their own style thanks to the kids clubs that allow them to make new friends and get stuck into fun games and activities, giving both parents and kids a break.
You’ll be able to let the days float on by with the amazing outdoor pools that give you the perfect view of the ocean scenes from MS Zaandam. You can also lounge next to the pool with a cocktail when you aren't swimming.
You’ll have plenty of choice when it comes to dining onboard Zaandam. Enjoy mouthwatering Asian cuisine, homely teas and coffees, tasty tacos and hearty Italian dishes.
You’ll be able to see live music and other breathtaking performances onboard Zaandam, including shows in the World Stage!
In the Atrium a string quartet plays light classical tunes, setting your pre-dinner mood onboard MS Zaandam. After dinner, take in a show such as the dance trio in the colourful Ocean Bar. Finally, wind down in one of the bars or lounges enjoying the various acts.
We had been encouraged to take a cruise through the Panama Canal and we were happy that we did. We made the most of the two days prior to and after the cruise. Seeing much of Miami Beach, Little Havana and the Everglades Park, And then, in San Diego, we visited Coronado, Balboa Park and its museums, Old San Diego, the USS Midway and the Gaslamp Quarter. A good experience on board the Zaandam with plenty to do to occupy us on the several sea days. We enjoyed some interesting wildlife, cultural and historical excursions in Costa Rica, Guatemala and Mexico. Sadly, we did not have sufficient time to fully appreciate Cartagena as the quay is a little from the old city. However, the transition through the Panama was wonderful and quite different to other sea and major river locks we have encountered.
Overall great trip. Interesting places with 3 sea days. Although older ship still looking good. Fast lifts. Just about everything done through Navigator App. Dining experience spoiled with early Dinner time of 5pm too early and 7.30pm too late or Dynamic dinning with long queues. AC on ship very cold especially in theatre. Staff excellent on whole but slightly understaffed. If you stay in Boston watch out for unexpected additional tourist tax of 25$ per night + local tax on top.
Had an excellent time. Ship well maintained for being an older ship. Crew amazing. Itinerary was amazing. Canada and New England.
Good cruise, nice ship, crew really friendly.
