Zuiderdam Review
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[A previous reviewer was WAY down on this ship, apparently cruising within a week or two of our cruise. We can't imagine how their experience could have been so diametrically opposed to ours. Read on . . .]
Boarding the Zuiderdam in Vancouver, we had taken several hours to evaluate this lovely ship from the docks, and we were impressed. Our high marks for the ship itself and their remarkably helpful and friendly staff were equalled by a fortunate selection of shore excursions (well, 2 out of 3) and we will definitely cruise with HAL again. Hopefully soon!
EMBARKING VANCOUVER: customs lines are the same everywhere, but moved quickly.
Cabin Review
Neptune Deluxe Verandah Suite
Beautiful stateroom (but please don't heavily promote it as we want it back on future cruises!) The wrap-around deck, available binoculars, blankets for snuggling up on the deck were just right for people like us who wanted to see it all. Huge, comfy bed, lots of room and plenty of closet space. Didn't even get to try the whirlpool tub because we were so busy doing other things on the ship! And -- hey -- the clock resets itself when time zones change!