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Noordam
Noordam is a Holland America Line cruise ship of the Vista class, in service since 2006. She measures 82,318 gross tons and carries 1,916 guests with a crew of 800. She sails Alaska, Asia, Australia and New Zealand itineraries.
About Noordam
Noordam is the fourth and last of Holland America's Vista-class ships and the fourth Holland America ship of the name, which joins the Dutch word for north with the fleet's -dam suffix. Actress Marlee Matlin christened her in New York City in February 2006. She carries about 1,920 guests on some 82,300 gross tons, and her decor includes a substantial art collection. She spends summers on Alaska cruises from Seattle and the rest of the year in Asia and the South Pacific, with sailings from Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney and Auckland. Holland America has published updated deck plans for sailings from late 2027.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
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Where she sails
- Alaskathe Inside Passage and glaciers from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward, May to September
- AsiaJapan, Southeast Asia and China
- Australia and New Zealandin the southern summer, from Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland
Home port: Seattle, Washington.
Flying in for your cruise?
Noordam sails from Seattle, Washington. The airport is Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), with 11 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Delta Sky Club (A)SEA Concourse A4.8 ★
- Alaska Lounge (N)SEA North Satellite4.7 ★
- Delta One LoungeSEA Concourse A4.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Noordam?
Noordam is operated by Holland America Line and belongs to its Vista class.
How big is Noordam?
Noordam measures 82,318 gross tons and 285 metres in length, with 11 decks.
How crowded does Noordam feel?
Noordam has a passenger space ratio of 43.0: 82,318 gross tons for 1,916 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Noordam feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Noordam carry?
Noordam carries 1,916 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 800 (about 2.4 guests per crew member).
When did Noordam enter service?
Noordam entered service in 2006 and was last refurbished in 2019.
Where does Noordam sail?
Noordam sails Alaska, Asia and Australia and New Zealand itineraries. Her home port is Seattle, Washington.
Which airport should I fly into for Noordam?
Noordam sails from Seattle, Washington. Fly into Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), which has 11 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Noordam?
Holland America Line publishes the deck plans for Noordam; this page links to Deck plans (PDF, current) and Deck plans (PDF, sailings from late 2027).
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