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Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam dazzles with museum-quality art and lavish staterooms. Guests of this Vista Class cruise ship will have their pick of onboard activities. Watch dramatic footage of natural wonders set to live music at BBC Earth In Concert. Listen to pianists play favourite hits at Billboard Onboard. Get moving with a pilates class at the fitness centre. Or savour the delights of numerous specialty restaurants. The Pinnacle Grill serves the juiciest steak at sea and Canaletto beckons with tantalising Italian dishes. These name just two of many dining options.
My family of 4 adults booked two balcony rooms, deck 8 aft. We have been on 20+ cruises on most major cruise lines. Our 14 day Indonesian Islands cruise was r/t from Singapore. We choose our cruise lines based on itinerary, not on bells and whistles of the ship. We have been on many Holland America ships before and we prefer the medium size ships. The HAL Noordam had just finished a major refurbishment in Singapore, both inside and outside. The ship was beautiful with new carpeting, artwork, furniture, decking, pool chairs, lounges and dining tables throughout the ship. Both our rooms had new furniture, very comfortable beds, large screen interactive TV with one of the best movie selections to rival any airline system. Our bathroom was completely renovated - wall and floor tiles, fixtures, led mirror, sink and counter top. There was lots of storage in the room and USB plugs next to each bed. We slept comfortably each night on high end linen, pillows and mattress toppers. There was no outside noise noticeable in the cabins. We ate in the Lido (buffet) on deck 9 for breakfast and lunch, and usually in the main dining room or specialty restaurant for dinner. The food in all locations was excellent and varied. Although the Lido restaurant can get crowded during peak times, we were usually able to get a table without a wait. We had confirmed early seating in the main dining room, deck two with the same service staff each night. They remembered our names and preferences each night. The Lido had a different theme every day, with featured cuisines from around the world. This particular itinerary had five sea days. Although relaxing, a little boring at times. The staff in all locations; room stewards, Lido, dining room and pool side were very friendly, providing great personalized service. We had purchased the "Have It All" option which included unlimited beverages, dining at two specialty restaurants, WiFi and shore excursion credit. It is a very good value compared to other cruise line packages. The cruise did have a few negatives. The boarding process was extremely slow. We had an 11:00 AM scheduled boarding time which we arrived early for. However, we did not make it onto the ship until 1:00 PM. The WiFi was extremely slow and not stable. You could not access many applications on your mobile phone as they timed out (hotel or airline booking sites) and there were very long periods of time when there was no internet available. Definitely not worth buying the upgrade WiFi packages. The evening entertainment was very limited and repetitive. There were no large scale production shows. Most shows were single performers. There was an English speaking comedian on two nights - not very entertaining for a ship where over half the passengers were Asian and English was not their primary language. Definitely not on par with other cruise lines, especially given the two week length of the cruise. Finally, the shore excursion in Jakarta "Jakarta Highlights" was the worst ever - misleading description, mediocre sights and the worst traffic imaginable. We spent over 4.5 hours sitting in traffic on a 5.5 hour tour. Our last stop had to be cancelled so we would make it back to the ship on time. In summary, our family enjoyed the cruise and we would recommend the Noordam !!
With refined amenities and Holland America Line signature Mariner’s Dream bed gracing each elegant stateroom, the ship offers six grades of staterooms. Most are ocean-facing, many featuring teak-lined verandas for dining alfresco or private sunbathing.
Holland America Line invites you to dine "As You Wish". To savour Italian cuisine one night and a perfectly grilled porterhouse steak the next. To take your place in the Dining Room at a specific seating time or be spontaneous, following your desires. Onboard, there are restaurants to suit every mood, along with the flexibility to choose the dining style you prefer.
Boasting an expansive range of enrichment facilities and opportunity, Holland America Line's ships are bound to offer something you'll want to know more about. Why not have a go at the Digital Workshop powered by Windows and learn how to enhance your holiday picture or how to easily share them.
Every day aboard a Holland America cruise ship brings a wealth of cruise activities and indulgences, along with the freedom to partake in as many- or as few- as you please. It's an opportunity to try something new that surprises you, every day. Dabble, discover, daydream- do everything, or do nothing at all.
Whether you want to workout in the Fitness Centre, learn yoga, pamper yourself with a massage and spa treatment, or enjoy a game of basketball, there's a perfect onboard activity for everyone.
Holland America Line's youth activities program, Kids Club, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties.
Note: Kids Club is not offered on cruises of 25-days or longer, including all Legendary and Grand Voyages. We will offer a selection of children’s activities throughout these longer voyages for any children who may be onboard.
Safety Comes First
Safety is our primary concern and strict policies are in place for effective supervision. Adult guests are not permitted to remain in Kids Club unless attending to a special-needs child.
Please note: During voyages with a high number of families onboard, we will make all efforts to accommodate interested parties. However, participation in our program cannot be guaranteed. Hours of operation may change to better serve our guests.
