Hi, I am a little late with this since I cruise so often, but I have wanted to do this ever since my last cruise with Holland America! I am one of the original cruisers, having cruised on the  1st Veendam, and Volendam, and another ship which was for a short time part of the fleet!

Lately we have cruised several times on the  Statendam to Hawaii and Mexico, but I decided to try the Ryndam. Since they are sister ships. I thought my feelings would be the same! I discovered much more open areas that made use of the Ocean Bar, which we go to every evening to dance before dinner! On the Statendam there are walls and poles that obstruct the view there when there are a lot of people!

Also, the room after dinner, where they serve cappuccino and chocolates has an open wall so during special events, such as a celebrity interview, you can  actually see what is happening even though there may not be any seats! Read more