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Holland America Rotterdam Review: HALs Newest Cruise Ship

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Tamarind's sushi menu is created by chef Andy Matsuda and additionally includes 4 of his signature rolls. BLEND is a glass-enclosed winery room (capacity 10 seats) where are hosted daily wine blending sessions. These are reservations-only events (90 min sessions, $129 cover charge) with sommelier service. The BLEND venue is via partnership with the winemaker Chateau Ste Michelle Winery (Woodinville Washington). Each session includes a sampling of 5 red wines (single-vineyard) later combined with different vintages into a personal blend.

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The majority of HAL’s cheerful guest-facing crew is Indonesian (owing to that country’s historical relationship with Holland) and Philippine; officers hail from a variety of countries, but especially from Holland. English is a first or second language for all and all cruise announcements and scheduled are published in English. Some itineraries have additional requirements, including all Canada, Alaska and Australia cruises. Rotterdam has a staffed medical facility with a physician available for more serious issues; consultations will be charged to an on-board account.

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From rock and pop to country and beyond, we provide the perfect playlist live, each and every cruise. My sailing was a Northern European voyage, so most guests were from the Netherlands and Belgium. However, when Rotterdam sails from other parts of the World it is more common to find the majority of guest from the USA, UK and Canada. In addition, Rotterdam has a games room with chess, backgammon, Scrabble and other popular board games. Rotterdam has boutiques selling designer apparel and there is also a dedicated youth club for kids and teens.

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You can plan a special romantic cruise to the Greek Isles or an enriching vacation in Asia. In addition, Holland America's connections with Alaskan hotels and their ownership of Half Moon Cay (their private Caribbean island) have differentiated them in Alaska and the Caribbean. If you’re unsure about the value of booking a Spa stateroom or suite, especially if you anticipate spending most of your time elsewhere on the ship, it may not be worth paying the premium price. The cost difference between a spa stateroom and a standard room in the same category might not be significant, so evaluate whether the additional benefits justify an extra expense. Booking a Spa stateroom or suite on MS Rotterdam is a great option for those who are passionate about spa treatments and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The ingredients were displayed in a glass-enclosed garden area and harvested just before being served. The list of microgreens integrated in the recipes included garlic, mustard, licorice. MS Rotterdam cruise ship deck plan shows a total of 1340 staterooms for 2668 passengers (max capacity is 3218) served by 1025 crew-staff.

There are other activities too, like art studio classes, whiskey tasting at Notes (for a fee), dance classes and even flower arranging. Rotterdam has a range of fitness and recreation options including indoor and outdoor pools, an enormous gym, a basketball court and a jogging track. Also, there are wellness treatments in the luxurious Greenhouse Spa & Salon, for a fee.

There is Italian fare in Canaletto, though the menu is somewhat underwhelming. On the other hand, Nami Sushi has exceptional sashimi inspired by master chef Andy Matsuda. While Michilin starred chef Jonnie Boer brings culinary inspration to the menu of Taste of De Librije (European sailings only). It’s worth noting all these specialty restaurants charge dining supplements. Unlike other cruise lines that offer spa rooms, the “Spa” cabins do not include any access to the thermal suites.

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Its sisterships are the fleetmates Koningsdam (2016) and Nieuw Statendam (2018) and also Cunard's Queen Anne. Although the ship accommodates all ages, Rotterdam’s guests largely tend to be of the Baby Boomer and early Generation X age groups, averaging between 55 and 65 years. On our Amsterdam-based cruises, 65 to 70% of guests were from Holland and Belgium, although announcements remained in English first, then Dutch. The ship welcomes people from all walks of life and provides specific gatherings for LGBTQ, Single and AA guests. The ship’s public areas are infused with abundant light through full length windows and boast quality furnishings and fittings that are inviting, practical and comfortable, without being overtly edgy or pretentious. Fresh flowers and a $4.1 million art collection that is a festive and eclectic combination of musical, natural and architectural elements add warmth and color to the ship’s soothing, mid-toned backdrops.

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The music theme is continued in the Rotterdam’s contemporary art collection. Last but not least, there’s the main show lounge, called the World Stage. Most are from the United States, but some are from Hong Kong, Europe and other places around the world, with varying musical backgrounds, including Masters of Music degrees. HAL has partnered with NYC’s Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts to feature music virtuosos perform in a series of concerts.

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And aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam, watch your favorite stars light up the night on a giant outdoor LED movie screen by the Lido Pool. World Stage, the largest theater on board is home to a variety of performances day and night. Our exclusive EXC® Talk lecture series features captivating regional stories told by local experts and narrated by your Cruise & Travel Director. In the evenings, Step One Dance Company, vocal sensation Cantaré, BBC Earth in Concert and more take the stage.

A service charge of 18% is automatically added to beverages, drinks, specialty dining, and spa charges. Since 2023, all HAL ships have pickleball courts (installed on the top deck) operated via an exclusive partnership with PPA-Professional Pickleball Association. HAL also offers complimentary beginner lessons (led by onboard instructors), sells branded pickleball starter kits (at the ship's retail shops) and Play Pickleball tutorial videos are included in the cabin TV programming. Billboard Onboard is a signature sing-along bar with live performances (pianists, guitarists, DJ) in a variety of genres (including pop, rock, classic, country). The music bar hosts dynamic evening shows, has a central stage (with two grand pianos), wood-paneled walls, three large-size TVs, comfortable seating (plush sofas and chairs, round tables).

Twelve lifts provide access to all passenger deck areas, ramps and doorways are designed to accommodate wheelchairs and there are 40 wheelchair accessible staterooms in varying categories. The most popular cabins are 748 Verandah Staterooms, which, depending on location, can range from 228- to 420-square-feet. The balconies are wide enough to comfortably seat two and in some parts of the ship, at points where the superstructure buttresses outward around the lifeboat recesses, are much larger. Our flagship dining experience is a welcoming and sophisticated setting for an exquisite breakfast, lunch or superb multicourse dinner. Our relaxing café with panoramic views is your home for handcrafted espresso drinks during the day and refreshing cocktails in the evening.

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