Holland America Line Zaandam Cruise Reviews for Senior Cruises to Alaska
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"I'll start with the positive and end with the negatives... First, I've sailed on numerous cruises with a variety of cruise lines. I like the size and look of the Zaandam. The ship was clean and..."Read More
felixnola
10+ Cruises
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Age 50s
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Educ8rkids
10+ Cruises
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Age 50s
We cruise several times a year and this was my first time on Holland America. I was told this line catered to a decidedly older age group and was a quieter ship than say a Carnival cruise. We bid to upgrade from our midship inside stateroom, which we typically book because we like the dark for sleep and stable midship inside cabins, to a room with a window due to us cruising Alaska. Embarkation ...
Read MoreSail Date: June 2018
Departure Port: Split
1 Helpful Vote
jimgilliland
2-5 Cruises
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Age 60s
we choose this cruse as an upgrade to the other lines available. paid more but got way less than expected. the rooms were much smaller than described the full size tub was anything but and the ADA equipment that I requested and was assured would be available, wasn't. of course we were not informed of this till we were outside the 12 mile boundary of the USA.
the air conditioning system never ...
Read MoreSail Date: August 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Verandah Suite
Traveled with disabled person
2 Helpful Votes
packercruising
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
2018 Alaska Cruise Log
May 19 Saturday- We flew out of Green Bay to Seattle, with a layover in Minneapolis. No delays. We arrived in Seattle on schedule and so did our luggage. A quick call on the courtesy phone and the shuttle was here to take us to La Quinta, our preferred motel. Nice room with a view of pine trees.
May 21 Monday- To the ship! Starting our 14 day cruise on HAL Zaandam, ...
Read MoreSail Date: May 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Verandah Suite
8 Helpful Votes
Morningglory54
10+ Cruises
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Age 60s
We decided to try HAL as we are Carnival stockholders and usually cruise Princess -Platinum Capt Circle-We have been to Alaska once before and decided to try the smaller ship!! Great choice!! We loved it!!
We embarked in Seattle and it was so fast and easy!! The staff were so friendly and helpful and America’s Test Kitchen Chef Annette welcomed us as we walked by the Test Kitchen and invited us ...
Read MoreSail Date: August 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Large Ocean-View Stateroom
2 Helpful Votes
Bouff
10+ Cruises
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Age 60s
We had cruised to Alaska before but were unable to maximise our experience because of health issues towards the end of the experience. Having cruised HAL in 2017 after a break of about 10 years cruising with one of their main competitors we were keen to return to Alaska and experience it with HAL. The 14 day itinerary sttod out as a must do option travelling further north than our previous ...
Read MoreSail Date: August 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Large Ocean-View Stateroom
6 Helpful Votes
Scooter Weibels
2-5 Cruises
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Age 60s
This was the longest cruise I have been on. Tha Zaandam is a smaller ship but everything seemed to be well maintained. The itinerary was great saw some smaller ports most people never see. The crew were all friendly and helpful. Scenery was awesome and saw lots of wildlife. Weather was really good for Alaska much sunshine. Went to Americas Test Kitchen demos and they were all informative and well ...
Read MoreSail Date: July 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Large Ocean-View Stateroom
Traveled with children
9 Helpful Votes
FollowingCs
10+ Cruises
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Age 60s
I have taken been cruising since 1975 and have been on many different lines, but this was my first time on Holland America and was really looking forward to taking a "step up". The itinerary was wonderful and we really enjoyed the cruise from that aspect but the service was sub standard in my opinion.
Our stateroom had a leftover champagne bottle and a few other items in the cabinets upon ...
Read MoreSail Date: July 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Large Interior Stateroom
5 Helpful Votes
late bloomer
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
We have been on the Zaandam for the 14 day Alaska Explorer. I really like the size of the ship with 1400 passengers. The food was good overall. Not really a fan of cafeteria style service in the buffet but it does keep contamination at a minimum. Breakfast had a nice selection of fruits, omelette station, Belgian waffles, and eggs cooked to order. Really everything imaginable was available. I wish ...
Read MoreSail Date: July 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed views)
Traveled with disabled person
3 Helpful Votes
tempedesert
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
Wanted a 2 week cruise to get out of the heat and this one had stops at places we haven't been to before. Like the smaller ship and getting an elevator was easy with no waiting. The crew and food were very good. The library was excellent, stocked with books and games.
We had an outside cabin with a newly renovated bathroom which was great. We are not fond of HAL's room setup and prefer ...
Read MoreSail Date: July 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Large Ocean-View Stateroom
1 Helpful Vote
traveling chick
10+ Cruises
We cruised with friends that asked us to join them. The service was excellent and the shore stops were great. The singers and dancers were wonderful but the rest of the entertainment was second rate. We reserved a suite. At least we thought that was what we were supposed to get. First, it was no larger then a standard balcony cabin. All the suites were on the 6th deck which was right under the ...
Read MoreSail Date: July 2018
Departure Port: Split
Cabin Type: Verandah Suite
3 Helpful Votes
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