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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12 users found this review helpful.
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
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18 users found this review helpful.
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
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2 users found this review helpful.
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
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8 users found this review helpful.
The Oosterdam is a beautiful ship kept in immaculate shape. Not a thing was out of place. Our room (5058)was for our family of four - two teenagers!! It was cozy but it accomodated us and...read more
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4 users found this review helpful.
Overall we were very impressed with the quality of the staterooms and service on board the Oosterdam. The staterooms were elegant and the bed mattresses were superb. Our stateroom attendant...read more
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16 users found this review helpful.
After 20+ cruises this one ranked very close to the top, though the weather could have been warmer with the first two and last two days temperature in the mid 60's, the three port days in...read more
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9 users found this review helpful.
This was our second cruise. We first took the Oosterdam to the Western Caribbean in January 2004 and now the same ship to the Mexican Riviera in January 2005. Doing the same ship 2 years in...read more
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2 users found this review helpful.
What a ship! Holland America has got it right. From Imbang, our cabin steward, to Capt. Mercer, all staff (except for two) were extremely helpful, friendly, and a joy to be around. Steve at...read more
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5 users found this review helpful.
A very enjoyable cruise, in spite of the first two days spent in high seas, which today’s flat-bottomed cruise ships can’t handle. Very happy with the staff and crew of the Oosterdam....read more
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5 users found this review helpful.
Let me start out by saying this was our ninth cruise...first time on Holland America, and will be our last time on Holland America. We took the bus from Cruise Connections from Jacksonville...read more