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Login 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. 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.
The itinerary was great and so was the weather. We were the 1st ship into Ketchikan for the season. We were the only ship in our ports. Since it was so early the animal viewing would be better in later season cruises. Breakfast service in the main dining room was not the best. Long wait times for food to be delivered, wrong orders and food did not arrive for everyone at the same time. Dinning room dinner was very good with good service. Pinnacle food was the best and so was the service. Our balcony cabin had a very good steward. He took care of the room and any requests. The bow was open for viewing when traveling through the channels. It is fun to be outside for the full view. Optional Irish coffees were available on the bow. The timing of activities was awkward. The choices were such that we could not participate in many of interest. It seemed like bars may have been understaffed. The Orange Party was different than others we had seen. Many of the activities were held in the World Stage.
We hadn’t cruised with HAL for 10 years but this time as I looked for a Christmas cruise HAL offered a different cruise. As the date got closer, I grew more apprehensive about whether we would like it. We needn’t have worried. We had been cruising with Princess and have been more than dissatisfied with the cut backs. Food was no longer excellent and for that matter, everything but the crew had deteriorated. The showroom acts were mostly second rate - but then I’m supposed to be talking about HAL. The food on the Noordam plus the wait staff was excellent. The production performances were more than excellent. My only criticism was the second show being on at 9pm which could made it difficult to eat and get to the show on time. Overall we could have stayed on board - me to read the books in the library as there were so many I wanted to read. In 17 years of cruising this was the first time I was able to drink the coffee on board - even the speciality coffee. Can’t wait to get back on board.
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.
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.
