Zuiderdam Review

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Did the 11 day Venice to Rome; amazing!

Review for the Western Mediterranean Cruise on Zuiderdam
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LMM1801
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

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Sail Date: Jun 2015
Cabin: Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom

As others have pointed out, the ship is not new, but there are just so many pluses about this ship, the little bit of rust just didn't deter me from thoroughly enjoying this cruise. After a week in bleak and cold England at my niece's wedding, I was ready for 11 days of sunshine and heat, and it started out very hot in Venice. I did a walk around Venice early the morning the day the ship was departing, one hour from the Piazzale Roma to St. Mark's Square and about 30 minutes back. The best part is getting lost!

The most wonderful about the ship is the staff. I was traveling solo, a 50s something woman, and the staff just couldn't have been nicer. The dining room manager knew my name and cabin number from day one and greeted me with a big smile. I was with the same waiter the entire trip. I did not have a reservation so just showed up at 5:30 each evening to get the same table. Food was beyond wonderful.

I ordered room service breakfast everyday and was very happy. The one place I really don't love is the Lido on any ship, so I avoided it as much as possible. Just did a few lunches there. Used the hair salon twice for nails and a touch up of color. Was happy with that.

Cabin Review

Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom

Cabin VD

Cabin was nice size with a large balcony in a quiet area of the ship. I like being near the front. The bed was a little too close to the hall, which made it difficult to walk around but other than that, the room was perfect. The bathroom had a bathtub. There is some wear and tear in the bathrooms that has been repaired, but it doesn't look new. Still very functional and great size bath. Cabin stewards kept the place spotless and were just wonderful. Bed super comfortable and bedding very nice. The chairs and sofa appeared to have been recently recovered in bright and lovely fabrics. Very happy with the cabin!

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Venice

I absolutely adore Venice. Did a walk from the Piazzale Roma to St. Mark's Square at 8am. Took about an hour, losing my way several times but kept following the signs. Was amazing and back took about 45 minutes. I had to ask directions three times, but considering that the first time I went to Venice 20 years ago, I was lost the entire time .. was pleased with my progress. Just a beautiful and vibrant place. And the cruise ship going down the Grand Canal when we left should be on everybody's bucket list. Thrilling experience.

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