When Holland America's elegant ms Zuiderdam begins her inaugural season December 14, 2002, all eyes will be upon her. For she will be the first of a new class of cruise ships aptly called the Vista Series - forward-looking in both design and spirit.
I am honored to have been chosen to be one of the first to explore their new Vista-class ship. Before beginning regular service on Dec 14, ms ZUIDERDAM is sailing on 3 separate, 3 night cruises, Dec 5, Dec 8, and Dec 11, 2002. I have been invited aboard the inaugural Introductory 3 night Cruise on December 5, 2002. We have just returned and will attempt to describe our experience.
The new ms Zuiderdam is the first of five spacious Vista-class ships from the Five Star cruise line of Holland America. With more private, airy verandahs, and ample ocean-view staterooms, there is more space per guest than any other ship in a fleet already renowned for spacious comfort. And more delight: expanded spa facilities, three sparkling pools, and blissful 7-day cruises through the Eastern & Western Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale.