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 Oosterdam

The Oosterdam is the first of 2nd "Vista Class" ships being introduced by Holland America. She is a break from the traditional design and format for Holland America ships and is designed to be more attractive to a wider demographic than former Holland America ships.

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 User Reviews

  • Name Age # of Cruises Desitination
  • Raymond Hall  63 4 Mexican Riviera

    The overall experience was far below expectatation. Our cabin contained a table but no chairs when we deployed. The ice machines constantly ran out of ice and the wait staff appeared to care less....read more

    30 users found this review helpful.
  • Dan

     
    50 3 Mexico

    10 Tips You Need to Know About the Oosterdam Mexican Riviera Cruise Overall.  For us, any cruise is a spectacular and wonderful experience.  We really enjoyed the food, service,...read more

    73 users found this review helpful.
  • Edwin Freeman

     
    43 7 Alaska

    This was our third cruise to Alaska, each time with Holland America. We’ve also traveled with both Princess and NCL, but have previously been so happy with HAL’s cruises to Alaska (on...read more

    14 users found this review helpful.
  • Patrick and Harriett Regan

     
    n/a 15 Mexican Riviera

    CRUISE VALUE The Internet is full of cruise value lately just a few weeks from sailing dates, and we grabbed this cruise with a category SY suite guarantee. This was the first time we have...read more

    24 users found this review helpful.
  • Marilyn Carter

     
    42 2 Mexican Riviera

    August 26, 2006 we started our week of fun and adventure. Upon arrival in Seattle, we found that because we registered on-line, that our processing time was cut in half. My 80 yr old mother,...read more

    2 users found this review helpful.
  • Tony Scott

     
    57 1 Mexican Riviera

    First cruise for my wife and I. Ms Oosterdam was a great introduction to cruising and the standard would be hard to match. The service and food were fantastic. The Filipino and Indonesian...read more

    6 users found this review helpful.
  • Jerod Harris

     
    25 1 Mexican Riviera

    The embarkation process was very smooth and we were on the ship in a matter of minutes. This being my first time on a cruise, I was in awe from the second we boarded. The ship was appointed...read more

    9 users found this review helpful.
  • Dwight Alexander

     
    59 2 Mexican Riviera

    We were once again VERY impressed by Holland America; and anything we didn't like on a previous Maasdam Cruise seem to be addressed!! The new ''automatic $10'' a day tip on your bill charge...read more

    3 users found this review helpful.
  • Darrell W

     
    43 6 Mexican Riviera

    After several cruises (all with Holland America) we decided to try a shorter cruise as a mid winter get-away. San Diego was nice on arrival (we came two days early to play in town). ...read more

    3 users found this review helpful.
  • JB McWilliams

     
    38 1 Mexican Riviera

    What a wonderful time!! Yes, I am now a former "first time cruiser". My family and I enjoyed everything from the the personal service of the cabin stewards to the seamless relationships we...read more

    1 users found this review helpful.
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Ship Summary
  • Operator:Holland America Line
  • Capacity (double occupancy):1848
  • Builder:Fincantieri
  • Full Capacity:0
  • Inaugurated:200
  • Space Ratio:
  • Gross Tonnage:85,000
  • Crew:800
  • Length:951