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| | Defining the future of cruising, the ms Westerdam offers guests more of everything they desire on a cruise ship: more staterooms with private verandahs, more dining choices from formal dinners to casual poolside dining, more exotic destinations, and the very best in cruise activities and cruise entertainment. The theme of the ms Westerdam's art collection is Dutch heritage in the New World. Artwork includes paintings of historic Dutch ships, such as Henry Hudson's Half Moon, as well as impressive sculptures and statues. Contemporary pieces include an original Andy Warhol portrait and signature sculptures by Sedona artist Susanna Holt. |
CULINARY ARTS CENTER
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The Culinary Arts Center program, presented by Food & Wine magazine,
is a groundbreaking program that integrates guests' love for fine food and wine
with a unique and entertaining experience. Immerse yourself in the unique
traditions and tastes of the ports of call you will visit. Sample fine wines
from around the world or learn to make a new gourmet dish in a hands-on cooking
class taught by our own Master Chefs or Culinary Guests. |
EXPLORATION CAFE
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The Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times offers a
comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through one of the
most extensive libraries at sea, view a wide array of audio and video
programming, or simply read the morning paper. Guests can also enjoy fresh
pastries and their favorite espresso drink provided by Torrefazione Italia. |
FITNESS CENTER
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Holland America Line makes it easy for you to stay fit and trim while on your
journey with fully equipped fitness centers and sports courts. Fitness centers
aboard each ship include exercise and weight training equipment, and sports
courts may include tennis, volleyball or basketball. Our broad, generously
proportioned teak decks are perfect for walkers and joggers, and when you are
finished exercising, cool off in one of our pools. To maintain or achieve
optimum health, work with one of our qualified personal trainers or take one of
our fitness classes lead by knowledgeable instructors. |
GREENHOUSE SPA
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Of all the fascinating places you can visit with Holland America Line, none
rejuvenates and relaxes like the Greenhouse Spa & Salon, featuring heavenly
beauty and wellness rituals. Choose the blissful pampering of a facial therapy
or let the trained fingers of a massage therapist sooth your muscles while
working fragrant oils into your skin. Enjoy therapeutic water treatments as you
steam in a thermal suite or bathe in herbs, all the while cruising to exotic
destinations and enjoying the indulgences that are signature Holland America
Line. |
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
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On Holland America ships, they provide a wide variety of exciting youth-
and teen- friendly activities and facilities for guests ages 3 to 17.
With supervised fun for our younger guests, the entire family can
have the cruise vacation of their dreams. |
Programs Available:
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Club HAL® - Kids*: Children, ages 3-7, can participate in such activities
as story telling, fabric painting, indoor games, ship tours,
arts and crafts, charades, Uno®, drawing contests, ice-cream
sundae parties, puzzles, bingo or a farewell pizza party.
Children in the Kid's age group must be toilet trained.
Children in pull-ups or diapers are not allowed in the
youth facilities, due to mandates from US Public Health.
Exceptions to this rule cannot be made. |
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Club HAL® - Tweens*: Tweens, ages 8-12 might learn golf putting,
have disco parties and theme parties, participate in the
award-winning National Park Service Jr. Ranger Program on
Alaska cruises, compete in on-deck sports events, compete
in scavenger hunts or simply play Ping-Pong with a friend.
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The Loft and The Oasis*:: Teens, ages 13-17 will
especially enjoy the teen disco, dance lessons, video games, teen sports
tournaments, card games, trivia contests, bingo, movies and videos. When there
are more than 100 children on board, a HAL Talent Show is offered. (The Oasis is
not available on all Vista-class ships) |
*On the Prinsendam, youth activities are offered
for ages 5-17. All other ships offer youth activities for ages 3-17.
ENTERTAINMENT
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Nights on board a Holland America Line ship glitter with choices. Begin the
evening with drinks and dancing in the Ocean Bar. Watch a recent-release movie
or try your luck at the blackjack table. Catch an extravagant Las Vegas style
production in our state-of-the-art show lounge or visit one of our many lounges
featuring live music and award-winning entertainment. You can find it all aboard
a Holland America Line cruise. |
Casino
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Aboard each cruise ship in the Holland America Line fleet, you can enjoy the
latest in Las Vegas-style gaming and casino action. Whether you are an
experienced gambler or rolling the dice for the first time, Holland America have games for
all levels of players, as well as complimentary gaming lessons from our friendly
dealers for novices, and tournaments for advanced players. |
Crow's Nest Lounge
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The Crow's Nest is a hip, fashionable gathering spot for cruise guests who
enjoy vibrant nightlife. During the day, sweeping views make the observation
lounge a top choice for relaxing, reading, and sightseeing from comfortable
loungers facing out to the sea. In the evening, the Crow's Nest comes alive with
a full-service bar and the latest music from top-notch DJs and great bands, with
a video-wall system and a light show to make the dance floor explode with
motion. |
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