Holland America Line’s ms. Oosterdam

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Staterooms and suites: At Holland America Line, the staterooms have been designed to embody the soul of the golden age of luxury ocean travel - with modern amenities. With 25 percent more living space than any other ship in the category, Holland America Line also added elegant and refined details such as fine linens, fluffy Egyptian cotton towels and bathrobes, massage showerheads and flat-screen televisions. 

Step up to the Suite Life:  In addition to spacious comfort, guests who choose DELUXE VERANDAH SUITE guests receive all of the superior verandah suite amenities listed below PLUS: Use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, and personal concierge service, complimentary laundry, pressing and dry cleaning throughout your cruise, premium duvet, oversize bath towels and soft, cotton bathrobes and slippers, gorgeous corsages and boutonnieres for the first formal night, hors d'oeuvres served before dinner each evening on request, binoculars and umbrellas for your use on the cruise, cocktail party with ship officers, priority boarding for tender ports of call, special disembarkation service, priority dining and seating requests, exclusive daily breakfast service for suite guests only, high tea service in suite on request, a special Suite guest lunch event!

Guests selecting Superior Verandah Suite accommodations on the ms. Oosterdam enjoy these special amenities:  Personalized cruise stationary, elegant bathrobe for use on your cruise, fresh flowers and fruit assortment, Oversized bath towels, a selection of pillows (firm, medium and soft) are presented on each bed for the guests' enjoyment, luxurious beds featuring Sealy® Premium Euro-Top mattresses and finely woven cotton linens, a no-host mini-bar for easy entertaining in your suite, DVD or VCR player and the use of an extensive DVD or VHS tape library, 24-hour telephone concierge service available via special dedicated "At Your Service" telephone line. 

Activities on-board:  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. Whether you want to work-out in the fitness center, learn yoga, pamper yourself with a massage, take a class in the state of the art Culinary Arts Center demonstration kitchen or check your email in the Explorations Café, there's a perfect onboard activity for everyone.  Once in the cruise port, make your cruise vacation even more memorable with the extensive Shore Excursions available; See, explore, discover: arts and cultural activities, athletic expeditions, city tours, shopping and more in the Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine, featuring gourmet presentations, tasting events, and hands-on cooking classes; art and shopping opportunities include Self-guided iPod® art tours of the ships' multi-million dollar art and antiques collections or purchase works of fine art at art auctions and arrange for in-home delivery or enjoy duty-free shopping featuring brand names such as Lladro®, Swarovski®, Waterford®, Gucci®, Givenchy®.  Visit the Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times, offers more than 2,000 books, music listening stations, Internet access, puzzles and more, the Explorations Speaker Series, featuring experts on topics such as wildlife, history, culture, astronomy and more; the elegant Greenhouse Spa and Salon, which includes massage rooms, thermal suites, and a range of luxurious spa products; Jacuzzi, two outdoor pools, classic teak deck chairs for reading, relaxing and sunning, The fully equipped offers classes in low-impact aerobics, yoga, and Pilates, enjoy basketball, ping pong, tennis, volleyball, walk-a-mile, and FOR KIDS AND TEENS:  Club HAL® for guests ages 5 to 12, featuring age-appropriate games, arts and crafts and parties supervised by a full time Club HAL director, The Loft,  a special place for guests aged 13 to 17, and The Oasis, a private sundeck for teens.

Staterooms and suites available:  DELUXE VERANDAH SUITES  (SA category) Featuring 2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, a large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows, no-host mini-bar, walk-in closet.  488-700 sq. ft. with verandah; SUPERIOR VERANDAH SUITES (SS category) Featuring 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen- or king-size bed, walk-in closet, bath with tub and shower, shower only or full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, two sinks, sitting area, private verandah, no-host mini-bar, floor-to-ceiling windows, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, bathroom with dual sink vanity, 362-389 sq. ft. with verandah; VERANDAH STATEROOMS (VA, VB, VC, and VD categories) Featuring 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, whirlpool bath and shower, sitting area, private verandah, no-host mini-bar, floor-to-ceiling windows. 284-398 sq. ft. with verandah; LARGE OUTSIDE  (OCEAN VIEW) STATEROOMS (C and D categories) Featuring 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower 185-197 sq. ft.; LARGE OR STANDARD INSIDE STATEROOMS (I, J, and K categories) Featuring 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower, no window 171-200 sq. ft.

Signature features include:  85 percent of all staterooms have ocean views, 67 percent of all staterooms have verandahs; the two-tier Vista Dining Room features impeccable service and an extensive wine list, and offers five-course menus, from continental cuisine to vegetarian and low-carb options; the intimate reservations-only Pinnacle Grill offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience and features premium hand-selected cuts of Sterling Silver beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator - as well as distinctive Bvlgari china, Riedel stemware and Frette linens; The Lido Restaurant offers a relaxed ambiance for all three meals and features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties; The Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine magazine, is the setting for gourmet cooking demonstrations and interactive classes; The Greenhouse Spa and Salon features thermal suites, a hydrotherapy and thalassotherapy pool, heated ceramic lounges and more; The Vista Show Lounge features Las Vegas-style productions, talented vocalists, illusionists, comedians and variety acts; The Crow’s Nest Lounge, where sweeping views make this observation lounge a top choice for relaxing during the day, and in the evening transforms into a hip, fashionable nightclub features top-notch DJs and live bands; Club HAL, dedicated youth facilities and activities for kids ages 3 to 12, and The Loft, designed exclusively for teens to have fun, socialize and hang out with people their own age.