The Westerdam

Westerdam

A Calender

2004

A Weight

82,348

A Ruler

285 Meters

A Gauge

24 Knots

Stick people

1,916 Guests

People

817 Crew

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Your floating resort

With its beautiful design, completely reimagined suites and superb new additions, Westerdam brings passengers the very best in Holland America's new younger offering. You'll love the leisurely pace of this attractive cruise ship but when you do feel like tearing yourself away from the lovely pools, commanding ocean views and restful lounges, there are plenty of activities and entertainment options for you to enjoy.

Enrich your travel experience at the new Exploration Central atop the ship or enjoy live entertainment with Music Walk or learn culinary skills at a cooking show or hands-on workshop with America's Test Kitchen.

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Restaurants

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The Dining Room

Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, this gem of a restaurant offers a choice of either traditional pre-set seating and dining times or the ships 'As You Wish' freedom dining. Dinner consists of five courses ranging from appetisers of steamed mussels to fettuccine, chicken, desserts and more. All dining on the Westerdam is overseen by a Culinary Council, led by Master Chef and Culinary Consultant, Rudi Sodamin, and an innovative team of acclaimed chefs from around the world.

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Lido Marketplace

This lovely cafeteria style eatery provides a relaxed dining area with fresh cooked to order selections and a choice of seating either indoors or al-fresco. The food is very good for a main buffet, and the variety on offer from all these regions of the world is extraordinary. The Lido Market fully embraces the station concept, which aids navigation and sanitation as everything is served from behind a glass panel.

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Rudi's Sel de Mer

The restaurant sees Holland America's brilliant executive culinary director, Rudi Sodamin, put his own special touches on the original French seafood brasserie concept. It has a standard cover charge but do be aware that certain items require a hefty upcharge. The mood is set with soft music, featuring a variety of French chanteuses, in the background.

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The Pinnacle Grill

The Pinnacle Grill is an upmarket yet intimate reservations-only restaurant, which specialises in only serving the highest quality steaks, chops and seafood at dinnertime. Dishes on offer range from premium sterling silver beef, filet mignon and jumbo prawns, and broiled lobster tail to Caesar salad and lobster bisque for starters and chocolate and raisin bread and butter pudding or baked Alaska for dessert.

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De Librije @ The Pinnacle Grill

The Pinnacle Grill also hosts pop-up De Librije dinners from time to time. It's inspired by the land-based De Librije, a Dutch restaurant with two Michelin stars, and created in partnership with Michelin Three Star Chef Jonnie Boer, a member of Holland America's Culinary Council. Enjoy a very special meal which comes with a series of expert wine pairings to complement each course.

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Canaletto Restaurant

This fantastic spot is the Westerdam's reservations-only complimentary Italian dinner restaurant. It is famous for offering a delectable Italian sharing menu at dinnertime for a very reasonable price. Food on offer includes a selection of antipasti, soups and salads, pasta and desserts.

Bars and Lounges

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Gallery Bar

Gallery Bar

Located behind the casino, this hip bar is a unique blend of museum gallery and private social club reading room. The drinks menu was created by celebrity mixologist Dale DeGroff, which includes exotic versions of classic cocktails. It is home to evening trivia events.

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Crow's Nest

Crow's Nest

Perched up high at the front of the ship, this brilliant lounge offers guests 270 degrees ocean views and makes the ideal location to sit with a drink and watch the sunset. Plenty of entertainment takes place here including an eight-piece party band and karaoke events and it turns into the ship's nightclub later in the evening.

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BB King's Blues Club

BB King's Blues Club

Located inside the Queen's Lounge, this club is the favourite amongst guests every night of the cruise. Here you can enjoy B.B. King's All-Stars, jamming the best of Memphis and Motown.

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Lincoln Centre Stage

Lincoln Centre Stage

This concert venue offers a variety of chamber and classical music concerts each evening with one piano and three string instruments. The performers are very talented and the performances outstanding.

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Billboard Onboard

Billboard Onboard

This stylish venue is home to a dance floor and piano players who play a variety of pop hits and golden oldies on beautiful grand pianos. It's part audience participation, depending on the night, and requests are encouraged. Day time events include cocktail parties.

Activities & Entertainment

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Mainstage

Mainstage

Spanning decks two and three, this big production theatre is the Westerdam's main performance stage, offering unobstructed views and 270-degree screens that are used during performances. The theatre highlight is an exclusive BBC Planet Earth short film, which is accompanied by a live orchestra. They also have guest entertainers including comedians and magicians.

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America's Test Kitchen

America's Test Kitchen

Perfect for all foodies, this event hosts free group demos and charged for more intimate cooking classes. For a fee, you can also create your own red wine blend guided by an onboard wine expert at Blend. Wine tastings and happy hours are held here throughout your sailing.

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Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor Recreation

The Sports Court and outdoor recreation facilities are on deck eleven, with a netted basketball court that doubles as a soccer and volleyball court. The ship also features a shuffleboard court, ping-pong table and a sheltered walking track on deck three, where three laps equal a mile.

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Windows Digital Workshop

Windows Digital Workshop

If you've always wanted to brush up on your computer skills, especially when it comes to using and editing digital photos, creating home movies or setting up web stages, pop in here for a free class when you have a couple of hours to spare.

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Casino

Casino

The casino has a vast array of glittering slot machines as well as a great variety of table games. Complimentary gaming lessons are held in the casino on select afternoons and select nights are smoke free.

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Explorations Central

Explorations Central

Transform your travel experience by discovering the connections that unite us across borders and cultures. Explorations Central is immersive onboard programming designed to make your journey more engaging, vivid and meaningful. From EXC Talks, to EXC Encounters to a chat with your EXC Guide, you’ll feel the spirit of a region come to life.

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Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

This luxurious spa has an impressive thermal suite, which includes access to multiple saunas, a steam room, aromatherapy room, relaxation room with heated ceramic loungers and a hydrotherapy pool. Treatments onboard are provided using Elemis brand products. A dedicated salon offers hair, nail and men's services.

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Fitness Centre

Fitness Centre

Located inside the spa, this fitness centre features an impressive array of cutting-edge fitness machines such as stationary bikes, rowing machines, ellipticals and weight machines, plus treadmills that face floor-to-ceiling windows over the ocean. Some of their classes are free but others like pilates and yoga are charged per class. Personal training is also available.

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The Pools

The Pools

There are two pools, with the Lido pool and its retractable roof being the family friendly option. The Sea View pool and deck is open to the elements with beautiful views, has a hot tub and is considered more of a grown-up space. It is served by the Sea View Bar.

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Kids Clubs

Kids Clubs

Club Hal has age-appropriate activities for kids aged three to twelve and the teens have their own hangout space called the Loft. Teens will find a circular couch in front of an oversized TV screen for movie watching and Xbox or Wii playing. Occasional group activities are offered including mixers, scavenger hunts and late-night discos. Children 12 years old and younger must be signed in and out by a parent or guardian.

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