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Volendam

12 reviews | 209° place out of 714
90.53
Volendam
Details
  • Shipyard Fincantieri
  • Year 1999
  • Length 238.00 m
  • Beam 32.25 m
  • Tons 61,214 gt
  • Decks 10
  • Cabins 720
  • Passengers 1432
  • Crew 561
  • Crew/Pax ratio 1 : 2.55
  • Currency USD
  • Language English
  • Flag Netherlands
Description

The recurring theme on board the Volendam is that of a garden. Elegant and spacious, all the areas of this Holland America Line ship give the sensation of walking in nature. The ship’s large public areas are decorated with floral fabrics and tapestries as well as enormous vases filled with fresh flower arrangements. Like other HAL ships, the Volendam unites elegance and the traditions of a classic cruise with an informal atmosphere and every possible comfort assisted by an always attentive and professional service.
Cooking classes, workshops, and seminars enrich the onboard activities on a daily basis, even if the most important characteristic on this cruise is that of the art of rest and relaxation. The welcoming and intimate environment is made even more special by the floral theme of this ship.
Gabriele Bassi

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Gernot k @gernot New Contributor (1) 08/10/2024
87.50

Ein wirklich angenehmes Erlebnis, wenn auch mit kleinen Vorbehalten.

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Das mittelgroße Schiff überraschte mich mit seiner einladenden Atmosphäre. Der Service war ausgezeichnet. Die Reiseroute war einer der Höhepunkte dieser Kreuzfahrt mit Zwischenstopps in Kanada, Halt in Halifax, Sydney, Quebec City und schließlich Montreal. Jeder Hafen hatte etwas Besonderes zu bieten. An Bord habe ich die Qualität der Küche sehr geschätzt. Die Hauptrestaurants servieren köstliche und gut zubereitete Gerichte. Dennoch gab es einige Aspekte, die verbessert werden könnten. Die Unterhaltung an Bord ist eher klassisch und nicht besonders lebhaft, aber auf jeden Fall waren die abendlichen Konzerte und Shows mit sehr guten Künstlern sehr gut. Die allgemeine Atmosphäre war sehr friedlich, was perfekt sein kann, wenn Sie einen erholsamen Urlaub verbringen möchten. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die Kreuzfahrt auf der Volendam ein Erlebnis war, das ich gerne noch einmal machen würde, insbesondere wegen der Schönheit der Reiseroute und der Qualität des Service.

Cruising area
Canada, New England
Experience
Cruised (7 days)
Language
Italian
Period
Oct 2024
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
Germany
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Stones B @Stones Contributor (2) 31/10/2019
92.16

Enjoyed holiday

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The itinerary wasn't bad, and the atmosphere was also good and enjoyable. They had great customer service too. The ship design isn't bad too. I didn't reach the gym tho, but i trust it is good also. I recommend.

Cruising area
Transpacific and Pacific Islands
Experience
Cruised (7 days)
Language
English
Period
Aug 2018
Who cruised?
Single
Nationality
United States
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julia B @juli Contributor (5) 28/10/2019
87.60

amazing experience

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I really enjoyed cruising with my family

Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (10 days)
Language
English
Period
Aug 2018
Who cruised?
Family
Nationality
Argentina
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John C @JohnC Expert Contributor (9) 28/10/2019
79.00

Amazing Cruising Experience

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Excellent cuisine

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Limited entertainment options

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The atmosphere was really good and the itinerary was perfect. The cuisine was perfect and we enjoyed ourselves throughout the journey.

Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (5 days)
Language
English
Period
May 2012
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
Canada
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Daniele V @Vessicchio Expert Contributor (11) 22/12/2018
89.30

Oriente con HAL

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Servizio cinque stelle

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Poco intrattenimento serale

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Crociera con servizio e cucina eccellenti. Scali ben programmati per un itinerario meraviglioso. Poco adatta forse a coppie giovani che vogliono anche divertirsi a bordo. Ma assolutamente consigliata

Cruising area
Asia
Experience
Cruised (14 days)
Language
Italian
Period
Feb 2018
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
Italy
Ports of call: Hong Kong, Halong Bay, Hue, Nha Trang, Phu My, Sihanoukville, Laem Chabang, Koh Samui, Singapore
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Mario D @DAmbrogio Expert Contributor (14) 22/10/2018
92.30

Oriente con Holland

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Servizio

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Itinerario con troppa navigazione

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Servizio di Holland eccellente anche se su una nave non proprio nuova e moderna. Pubblico piuttosto maturo. Itinerario con begli scali ma troppo lontani fra di sè che ha comportato molta navigazione.

Cruising area
Asia
Experience
Cruised (14 days)
Language
Italian
Period
Oct 2016
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
Italy
Ports of call: Hong Kong, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu My, Sihanoukville, Leam Chabang, Ko Samui, Singapore
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Noah B @Noah Expert Contributor (9) 07/10/2018
94.00

Ce charmant itinéraire

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Cruising area
Central America
Experience
Cruised (12 days)
Language
English
Period
Aug 2018
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Couple
Nationality
United States
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Isabella B @IsabellaUsa Expert Contributor (8) 06/10/2018
91.50

Excellent service

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Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (7 days)
Language
English
Period
May 2018
Who cruised?
Friends
Nationality
United States
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Amanda P @Amy Expert Contributor (8) 06/10/2018
93.80

Recommended Cruiseship

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Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (12 days)
Language
English
Period
Aug 2018
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Friends
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United States
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Jacob L @Jacob Expert Contributor (11) 06/10/2018
94.00

Nice holiday

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Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (10 days)
Language
English
Period
Aug 2018
Who cruised?
Family
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United States
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Olivia O @OliviaCruising Expert Contributor (11) 06/10/2018
94.10

Excellent!

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Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (17 days)
Language
English
Period
May 2018
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Friends
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United States
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Sophia N @Sophia Expert Contributor (10) 05/10/2018
91.10

Very good experience

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Cruising area
USA West Coast and Hawaii
Experience
Cruised (8 days)
Language
English
Period
May 2018
Who cruised?
Friends
Nationality
United States
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