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Zuiderdam
Zuiderdam is a Holland America Line cruise ship of the Vista class, in service since 2002. She measures 81,769 gross tons and carries 1,916 guests with a crew of 842. She sails Caribbean, Norwegian Fjords, Northern Europe, Canada and New England, Panama Canal itineraries.
About Zuiderdam
Zuiderdam, which began sailing in December 2002, was the first of Holland America's four Vista-class ships, a mid-sized design named for its generous use of glass; about 85 percent of her cabins have ocean views. Her name joins the Dutch word for south with the -dam suffix shared by the fleet, and her art collection has a Venetian carnival theme. She carries about 1,920 guests. She spends the winter on Caribbean cruises from Miami and the summer in northern Europe, mostly Norwegian fjords cruises from Amsterdam, followed by an autumn of Canada and New England sailings. Holland America has published revised deck plans for sailings from March 2028 under its Holland America Evolution program.
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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
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Norwegian Fjordsfjords and the North Cape, with midnight sun in summer
- Northern Europethe Baltic, British Isles and Iceland, May to September
- Canada and New EnglandBoston to Quebec City, at its best in autumn
- Panama Canalpartial or full transits between the Atlantic and Pacific
Home port: Miami, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Zuiderdam sails from Miami, Florida. The airport is Miami International (MIA), with 10 lounges to wait in before you board.
- American Airlines Flagship LoungeMIA Concourse D4.9 ★
- American Airlines Admirals Club (D15)MIA Concourse D4.7 ★
- LATAM VIP LoungeMIA Concourse J4.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam is operated by Holland America Line and belongs to its Vista class.
How big is Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam measures 81,769 gross tons and 285 metres in length, with 11 decks.
How crowded does Zuiderdam feel?
Zuiderdam has a passenger space ratio of 42.7: 81,769 gross tons for 1,916 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Zuiderdam feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Zuiderdam carry?
Zuiderdam carries 1,916 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 842 (about 2.3 guests per crew member).
When did Zuiderdam enter service?
Zuiderdam entered service in 2002 and was last refurbished in 2017.
Where does Zuiderdam sail?
Zuiderdam sails Caribbean, Norwegian Fjords, Northern Europe, Canada and New England and Panama Canal itineraries. Her home port is Miami, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam sails from Miami, Florida. Fly into Miami International (MIA), which has 10 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Zuiderdam?
Holland America Line publishes the deck plans for Zuiderdam; this page links to Deck plans (PDF, sailings before March 2028) and Deck plans (PDF, sailings from March 2028).
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