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Oosterdam |
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Officially christened in 2003 by Her Dutch Royal Highness, Princess Margiret of the Netherlands, the ms Oosterdam is the second in our series of Vista class ships. As such she embraces the latest industry and environmental technologies such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system that maximizes manoeuvrability. Symbolic of Holland America Line's more than 135 year history of circumnavigating the globe, the centerpiece of the ms Oosterdam is a magnificent Waterford crystal globe, prominently displayed in a three story atrium. First time cruisers aboard this ship will quickly recognize the traditional touches that make Holland America cruisers regulars: a warm palette of colors accentuating an extensive use of crystal, marble, inlaid woods and brass, lovely flower arrangements, priceless artwork and antiques and a full wraparound teak promenade deck with padded deck chairs. Guests on the ms Oosterdam will be able to show and tell their vacation memories through the Digital Workshop powered by Windows. Free workshops led by Microsoft trained techsperts will show even the most novice camera or computer user how to take better vacation photos, make movies, edit pictures and create scrapbooks using a variety of Microsoft Windows and Windows Live services. Guest will learn how to share all their digital memories through email, blogging and social networking - so friends and family can see where they've been cruising even before they return home. |
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| Services & Amenities |
| Bars/Lounges |
16 |
| Beauty Salon/Barber Shop |
Yes |
| Casino |
Yes |
| Chapel |
No |
| Disco/Dancing |
Yes |
| Elevators |
Yes |
| Hot Tub |
5 |
| Internet Access |
Yes |
| Laundry/Dry Cleaning |
Yes |
| Library |
Yes |
| Movie Theatre |
1 |
| Onboard Weddings |
Yes |
| Self Serve Laundromats |
No |
| Shops |
Yes |
| Showroom |
Yes |
| Spa |
Yes |
| Video Arcade |
Yes |
| Fitness & Sports
Facilities |
| Basketball Court |
Yes |
| Fitness Center |
Yes |
| Golf Simulator |
No |
| Ice Skating Rink |
No |
| Jogging Track |
No |
| Mini-Golf Course |
No |
| Rock Climbing Wall |
No |
| Swimming Pool |
3 |
| Tennis Court |
No |
| Water Sports Platform |
No |
| Cabin Features &
Amenities |
| 24-Hour Room Service |
Yes |
| Hair Dryer |
Yes |
| Safe |
Yes |
| Telephone |
Yes |
| Television |
Yes |
| Youth & Teen Facilities |
| Babysitting |
Yes |
| Children's Playroom |
Yes |
| Kiddie Pool |
No |
| Supervised Youth Program |
Yes |
| Teen Center |
Yes |
| Special Needs &
Requests |
Adjoining
Cabins (private connecting
doors) |
Yes |
| Kosher Meals |
Yes |
| Single Occupancy Cabins |
No |
| Single Share Program |
No |
| Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins |
28 |
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General Ship Information |
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Year Built |
2003 |
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Tonnage |
82,305 tons |
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Registry |
Netherlands |
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Length |
951 feet |
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Beam |
106 feet |
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Passenger Capacity |
1,916 |
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Crew Size |
817 |
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Total Inside Cabins |
154 |
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Total Outside Cabins |
804 |
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Cabins & Suites w/ verandas |
639 |
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Suites |
162 |
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Maximum Occupancy per room |
4 |
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Age Restrictions |
All must be 21 or older or one must be 25 or older. |
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Dinner Seatings |
2 |
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Seating Assignments |
Assigned and open se |
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Dining Hours |
5:45pm and 8:00pm |
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Dining Room Dress Code |
7-night cruise: 2 formal nights, others smart casual. No shorts, t-shirts or jeans at night. |
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Tipping Recommended? |
Yes |
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Tipping Guidelines |
$11 per guest, per day automatically charged to onboard account (amount can be adjusted according to quality of service received). 15 % tip included in beverage orders. |
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