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Zaandam
Zaandam is a Holland America Line cruise ship of the R class, in service since 2000. She measures 61,396 gross tons and carries 1,432 guests with a crew of 647. She sails Alaska, South America, Antarctica, Mexican Riviera, Panama Canal itineraries.
About Zaandam
Zaandam is an R-class ship of about 61,400 gross tons carrying some 1,430 guests, built by Fincantieri at Marghera and delivered in 2000. Named for the Dutch town near Amsterdam, she is a sister of Volendam, and her music-themed decor includes guitars signed by Eric Clapton, Iggy Pop and the Rolling Stones. In early 2020 a COVID-19 outbreak on board led to her being refused passage through the Panama Canal and then entry at Fort Lauderdale. She spends summers on Alaska cruises from Vancouver and the rest of the year on Mexico cruises from San Diego, Panama Canal crossings and a Grand Voyage around South America and Antarctica.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
- Alaskathe Inside Passage and glaciers from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward, May to September
- South AmericaCape Horn, Patagonia and the Amazon, in the southern summer
- Antarcticaexpedition ships from Ushuaia, November to March
- Mexican RivieraPacific Mexico and Baja from Los Angeles and San Diego
- Panama Canalpartial or full transits between the Atlantic and Pacific
Home port: Vancouver, British Columbia.
Flying in for your cruise?
Zaandam sails from Vancouver, British Columbia. The airport is Vancouver International (YVR), with 11 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Domestic)YVR Domestic Terminal4.6 ★
- Cathay Pacific LoungeYVR International Terminal4.6 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (International)YVR International Terminal4.6 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Zaandam?
Zaandam is operated by Holland America Line and belongs to its R class.
How big is Zaandam?
Zaandam measures 61,396 gross tons and 238 metres in length, with 10 decks.
How crowded does Zaandam feel?
Zaandam has a passenger space ratio of 42.9: 61,396 gross tons for 1,432 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Zaandam feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Zaandam carry?
Zaandam carries 1,432 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 647 (about 2.2 guests per crew member).
When did Zaandam enter service?
Zaandam entered service in 2000 and was last refurbished in 2018.
Where does Zaandam sail?
Zaandam sails Alaska, South America, Antarctica, Mexican Riviera and Panama Canal itineraries. Her home port is Vancouver, British Columbia.
Which airport should I fly into for Zaandam?
Zaandam sails from Vancouver, British Columbia. Fly into Vancouver International (YVR), which has 11 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Zaandam?
Holland America Line publishes the deck plans for Zaandam; this page links to Deck plans (PDF).
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