Veendam - Holland America Line
| Veendam itinerary and upcoming sailing dates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2019 | Authentic Cuba, 11 nights | from $3990 |
| Jun 8, 2019 | Mediterranean Tapestry, 12 nights | from $4877 |
| Jun 8, 2019 | Mediterranean Tapestry and Adriatic Dream, 24 nights | from $8853 |
Veendam Overview
Launched in 1996, the Veendam cruise ship is part of the Holland America Line fleet. Beautifully presented, this well-proportioned vessel has the cruise line's 'Signature of Excellence' stamp, featuring elegant interiors, excellent entertainment venues, a great selection of eateries, spacious accommodation and many more attractive drawcards that keep guests coming back for more.Specs: Veendam at a glance
The Veendam is a medium-sized vessel, weighing 57,092 tonnes and measuring 719 feet in length. She has accommodation for 1,350 passengers and 560 crew. Her cruise speed is 20.9 knots.
Accommodation: Veendam rooms and suites
The Veendam's staterooms and suites are the perfect place to rest your head after a busy day at sea or onshore. With a wide selection of sizes and classes, there's an accommodation type to suit all budgets and preferences, from tidy interior cabins to luxurious deluxe suites.
All standard cabins come with a flatscreen television, a DVD player, a table and chair and a hair dryer. Suite guests enjoy special perks such as free laundry and exclusive parties.
Entertainment: things to do on board the Veendam
A holiday on board the Veendam cruise ship is bound to banish boredom, with a great range of activities to keep you entertained day and night - here are some highlights:
- Culinary demonstrations and wine tastings at the Culinary Arts Centre
- Microsoft computer classes, including blogging and photo editing
- Trivia, bingo, card games and other organised competitions
- Broadway-style production shows in Veendam's Showroom at Sea
- Ballroom dancing to live music by the Veendam Orchestra
- Steiner-operated Greenhouse Spa, featuring a beauty salon
Food: Veendam restaurants
The Veendam restaurants are a feast for the senses; you can't go wrong with delicious food in charming settings. From family favourites to gourmet fine dining, there's an eatery for everyone on board.
Dining choices already included in your Veendam fare:
- The Rotterdam Dining Room: main restaurant
- The Lido Restaurant: buffet style dining
- The Terrace Grill: burgers and hot dogs
- Room service
Specialty dining options (not included in fare):
- Canaletto: Italian restaurant
- The Pinnacle Grill: steak and seafood
Destinations: Veendam itineraries
The Veendam has a rich and varied schedule, with sailings to Canada, the United States, South America, Hawaii, the Panama Canal and the Caribbean. No matter what your chosen destination, there is sure to be a great selection of shore excursions on offer, from touring vineyards in Nova Scotia to zip-lining in the West Indies.
Things to remember: On board the Veendam
Here are a few helpful hints for when you're planning a holiday on board the Veendam cruise ship:
- The dress code is casual during the day but switches to smart casual or formal as the sun sets - be sure to change out of jeans and into slightly more formal attire come 6pm.
- Gratuities are added daily to your onboard account and the currency is US dollars.
- The ship is great for families with children, especially during the summer months. Plenty of family fun is to be had in the Club HAL youth centre.
I have enjoyed visiting as much of the world as possible over the years. Europe and the Mediterranean are personal favourites, but there is so much to see very close to our little Australasian corner of the globe- one of my top travel experiences was snorkeling with tropical fish and turtles in New Caledonia! Cruising is a fantastic way to see it all, and we hope to make booking a cruise easier for both first-timers and old salts. From ship tips to destination news and views, we will keep you up-to-date. Happy cruising!
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Veendam Cabins
Lanai Staterooms
- 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed
- Bathtub & shower
Large OceanView Staterooms
- 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower
- All DD-category staterooms have partial sea views
- All HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views
- G and H cabins may have portholes instead of windows.
Large or Standard Inside Staterooms
- 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower.
Neptune Suites
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, mini-bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 575 sq. ft. including verandah.
Suite Amenities
- A very special amenity exclusively for guests cruising in a Neptune or Pinnacle Suite, the industry-leading Neptune Lounge features a private place to relax, socialize with other suite guests and enjoy the personalized service of a concierge. The fleet-wide lounges provide worktables, large screen television, library, sofas and chairs, refreshments throughout the day and Wi-Fi for a small charge. One-Touch 24-hour Concierge Service is available when the Neptune Lounge is closed.
- Complimentary laundry, pressing and dry cleaning throughout your cruise
- Complimentary sparkling wine served in the Neptune Lounge upon embarkation
- Complimentary bottled water provided in suite at embarkation
- Gorgeous corsages and boutonnieres for the first formal night
- Cold hors d'oeuvres served before dinner each evening on request
- Binoculars and umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Cocktail party with ship officers
- Priority boarding for tendered ports of call
- Special disembarkation service
- Priority dining and seating requests
- Exclusive daily breakfast service
- High tea service in suite on request
- Teak-lined private verandah
- A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows
- Premium duvet; oversized bath towels; and soft, cotton bathrobes and slippers
- No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining
- Personalized cruise stationery
- One-touch telephone concierge service
- Fresh flowers
- Umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Mariner's Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Flat-panel TV and DVD player
- Complimentary DVD library
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Pinnacle Suite
Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, mini-bar, refrigerator, guest toilet, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 1,273 sq. ft. including verandah.
Room Amenities
- A very special amenity exclusively for guests cruising in a Neptune or Pinnacle Suite, the industry-leading Neptune Lounge features a private place to relax, socialize with other suite guests and enjoy the personalized service of a concierge. The fleet-wide lounges provide worktables, large screen television, library, sofas and chairs, refreshments throughout the day and Wi-Fi for a small charge. One-Touch 24-hour Concierge Service is available when the Neptune Lounge is closed.
- Complimentary laundry, pressing and dry cleaning throughout your cruise
- Complimentary sparkling wine served in the Neptune Lounge upon embarkation
- Complimentary bottled water provided in suite at embarkation
- Gorgeous corsages and boutonnieres for the first formal night
- Cold hors d'oeuvres served before dinner each evening on request
- Binoculars and umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Cocktail party with ship officers
- Priority boarding for tendered ports of call
- Special disembarkation service
- Priority dining and seating requests
- Exclusive daily breakfast service
- High tea service in suite on request
- Teak-lined private verandah
- A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows
- Premium duvet; oversized bath towels; and soft, cotton bathrobes and slippers
- No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining
- Personalized cruise stationery
- One-touch telephone concierge service
- Fresh flowers
- Umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Mariner's Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Flat-panel TV and DVD player
- Complimentary DVD library
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Vista Spa Suites
Opt for the serenity of a new Spa Suite or Stateroom, featuring modern spa amenities such as yoga mats and an iPod® docking station. Also available are exclusive spa treatments from the nearby Greenhouse Spa and Salon. 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, mini-bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 292 sq. ft. including verandah.
Room Amenities
- Teak-lined private verandah
- A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows
- Premium duvet; oversized bath towels; and soft, cotton bathrobes and slippers
- No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining
- Personalized cruise stationery
- One-touch telephone concierge service
- Fresh flowers
- Umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Mariner's Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Flat-panel TV and DVD player
- Complimentary DVD library
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Spa Amenities include:
- Yoga mats
- iPod® docking stations
- Countertop water feature in-room
- Easy access to the Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Vista Suites
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, mini-bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 283 sq. ft. including verandah.
Room Amenities
- Teak-lined private verandah
- A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows
- Premium duvet; oversized bath towels; and soft, cotton bathrobes and slippers
- No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining
- Personalized cruise stationery
- One-touch telephone concierge service
- Fresh flowers
- Umbrellas for your use on the cruise
- Mariner's Dream™ bed featuring a plush Euro-Top mattress and finely woven cotton linens
- Luxurious bathrobes for use during your voyage
- 100% Egyptian cotton towels
- Premium massage showerheads
- 5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers
- Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure
- Complimentary fresh fruit on request
- Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages
- Flat-panel TV and DVD player
- Complimentary DVD library
- Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
Veendam Deck Plans
Veendam Onboard Entertainment
Sports and Spa
Beauty Salon
- Sit back, relax, and bask in the cruise experience while being pampered to your heart's content.
Fitness Centre
- Work out on the high seas in a state-of-the-art fitness centre complete with machines, free weights, cardio equipment and a personal training consultant. Afterwards, re-hydrate yourself at the juice bar. On offer are carrot, apple, pineapple or vegetable blends -- good-for-you nectar of the gods!
Greenhouse Spa
- The Greenhouse Spa & Salon features thermal suites, a hydrotherapy and thalassotherapy pool, heated ceramic lounges and more.
The Retreat
Kids Club
Club HAL
- Leave it to the professionals to entertain little ones with art tables, big screen TV, and games. Eight- to 12-year-olds enjoy games, karaoke, and Internet access.
The Loft
- The Loft, a new teens-only lounge, features a special passageway to a secluded, teens-only sundeck.
Bars and Lounges
Crow's Nest
- The Crow's Nest, where sweeping views make this observation lounge a top choice for relaxing during the day, and in the evening transforms into a hip, fashionable nightclub features top-notch DJs and live bands.
Explorations Café
- Powered by The New York Times, features the largest library at sea, as well as comfortable music listening stations and Internet access.
The Rubens Show Lounge
- The Rubens Show Lounge features Las Vegas-style productions, talented vocalists, illusionists, comedians and variety acts.
Winetasting Bar
- Visit the Wine Tasting Bar for a fun, informative session with the ship's expert sommelier.
Swimming
Lido Pool
- Warm days with light, salty breezes are made for lounging poolside with an icy beverage in one hand and an epic novel in the other. Does this count as doing something or doing nothing? You'll soon know...
Shopping
Shopping Arcade
- Passengers can browse the onboard Shopping Arcade for souvenirs, luxury goods, clothing, and accessories.
Art Classes
The Culinary Arts Centre
- The Culinary Arts Centre, presented by Food & Wine magazine, is the setting for gourmet cooking demonstrations and interactive classes.
- Vessel: Veendam
- Year: 1996
- Beam: 101ft
- Cruising speed: 22kn
- Casino : 1
- Gross Tonnage: 55758
- Onboard Currency: USD
- Show Lounge: 3
- Length: 720ft
- Bars/Lounges: 8
- Crew: 557
- Gym: Yes
- Passenger Capacity: 1258
- Vessel: 2
Veendam Overview
Launched in 1996, the Veendam cruise ship is part of the Holland America Line fleet. Beautifully presented, this well-proportioned vessel has the cruise line's 'Signature of Excellence' stamp, featuring elegant interiors, excellent entertainment venues, a great selection of eateries, spacious accommodation and many more attractive drawcards that keep guests coming back for more.Specs: Veendam at a glance
The Veendam is a medium-sized vessel, weighing 57,092 tonnes and measuring 719 feet in length. She has accommodation for 1,350 passengers and 560 crew. Her cruise speed is 20.9 knots.
Accommodation: Veendam rooms and suites
The Veendam's staterooms and suites are the perfect place to rest your head after a busy day at sea or onshore. With a wide selection of sizes and classes, there's an accommodation type to suit all budgets and preferences, from tidy interior cabins to luxurious deluxe suites.
All standard cabins come with a flatscreen television, a DVD player, a table and chair and a hair dryer. Suite guests enjoy special perks such as free laundry and exclusive parties.
Entertainment: things to do on board the Veendam
A holiday on board the Veendam cruise ship is bound to banish boredom, with a great range of activities to keep you entertained day and night - here are some highlights:
- Culinary demonstrations and wine tastings at the Culinary Arts Centre
- Microsoft computer classes, including blogging and photo editing
- Trivia, bingo, card games and other organised competitions
- Broadway-style production shows in Veendam's Showroom at Sea
- Ballroom dancing to live music by the Veendam Orchestra
- Steiner-operated Greenhouse Spa, featuring a beauty salon
Food: Veendam restaurants
The Veendam restaurants are a feast for the senses; you can't go wrong with delicious food in charming settings. From family favourites to gourmet fine dining, there's an eatery for everyone on board.
Dining choices already included in your Veendam fare:
- The Rotterdam Dining Room: main restaurant
- The Lido Restaurant: buffet style dining
- The Terrace Grill: burgers and hot dogs
- Room service
Specialty dining options (not included in fare):
- Canaletto: Italian restaurant
- The Pinnacle Grill: steak and seafood
Destinations: Veendam itineraries
The Veendam has a rich and varied schedule, with sailings to Canada, the United States, South America, Hawaii, the Panama Canal and the Caribbean. No matter what your chosen destination, there is sure to be a great selection of shore excursions on offer, from touring vineyards in Nova Scotia to zip-lining in the West Indies.
Things to remember: On board the Veendam
Here are a few helpful hints for when you're planning a holiday on board the Veendam cruise ship:
- The dress code is casual during the day but switches to smart casual or formal as the sun sets - be sure to change out of jeans and into slightly more formal attire come 6pm.
- Gratuities are added daily to your onboard account and the currency is US dollars.
- The ship is great for families with children, especially during the summer months. Plenty of family fun is to be had in the Club HAL youth centre.
I have enjoyed visiting as much of the world as possible over the years. Europe and the Mediterranean are personal favourites, but there is so much to see very close to our little Australasian corner of the globe- one of my top travel experiences was snorkeling with tropical fish and turtles in New Caledonia! Cruising is a fantastic way to see it all, and we hope to make booking a cruise easier for both first-timers and old salts. From ship tips to destination news and views, we will keep you up-to-date. Happy cruising!
