Please note that my review is for the ZAANDAM Ship only, I have nothing against the Holland America Line.
Zaandam Cruise Review to Alaska
Contributor Level:
Second Mate
Cruises: 4-6 cruises
Reviews: 4
Helpful Votes: 53
Review summary
ZAANDAM SHIP is very old and need complete renovations.Embarkation
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
Manu need upgrade to include varities of food i.e Maxican, italian, chineese etc.. and food quality as well need to be improved and have taste, Ventilation need improvement because there is a very strong and undesired odor by all dining rooms doors.
Onboard Activities
Entertainment
stage shows need improvement to provide for middle age people also, cruise director was very boring person.
Service and Staff
waiters, room stewards, and other ship personnel provide excellent services.
Ship Quality
Lido pool need to be ventilated from the Chlorine odor, decks carpet odor unacceptable, inside rooms should have fridge. for drinks, Bathroom ventilation is very poor, ZAANDAM SHIP is very old and need complete renovations.
Cabin / Stateroom
Ports of call
Needs shuttle for disable people from Ship to outside of the pier
Thumbs Up
7
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska