So who said "Fun Ships" are only on Carnival???? My wife and I just completed a fantastic week at sea with the incredible staff of the Zuiderdam. I will admit, we could not pronounce the name of this awesome vessel prior to arrival, however it is safe to say that we will never forget it now!!!! I had always perceived HAL to be an elite cruiseline and by all means, it lived up to the hype.

Embarkation was probably the worst part of the cruise, yet I suppose that there really isn't any quick way to board 2,000 passengers. The first thing that stood out about the Zuiderdam was the SERVICE WITH A SMILE. Everyone ...and I mean Everyone....was so nice and treated us with exceptional service.

Of course everyone always talks about the food on ships...........Let me tell you.......The Zuiderdam did not miss a beat. They offer a great variety of foods each night. Both the main dining area and lido buffet were excellent. The restaurant staffs were all awesome. In the buffet, there is this one young man who is simply just "Hunky Dory", or at least that is what he calls himself. He seemed to have learned everyone's name and always brought a smile to all. Read more