Zuiderdam Review
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I have always wanted to cruise at Christmas and my hubby and I decided to do it for our 30th year of marriage. Our grown children remained at home with their families. It was a wonderful one-time adventure for us. Cruising is definitely the most relaxing way to spend 10 days. I have never slept better or longer and I loved not having to cook or clean!
Embarkation was slow as there had been a virus on board the prior cruise. We arrived at 11:00 and didn't access the ship until 12:30. We didn't mind because we were pleased that they were doing extra cleaning to keep us safe.
That being said, the ship has alot of brass and glass. In most areas the brass and glass had been sprayed with something, but not wiped down which gave a very unpleasant look for the first few days until staff began wiping it down.
Cabin Review
Deluxe Ocean-View Verandah Stateroom
5144 - our verandah cabin was portside and aft near the stairs and elevators. We were not disturbed by noise in the area and had easy access to other floors. However, mid-ship is better to access all activities. Although we were across from the room steward's closet, we were never disturbed.