Oosterdam & Statendam going to the Olympics

[alohadad]

Just heard that the Oosterdam & Statendam will be used by the Canadian Goverment as hotel ships for their Goverment Staff during the games.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Thaks

 

I knew about the Oosterdam as the HAL schedule on their site clearly shows no cruises for her during this time.

[sail7seas]

Those are fabulous charters for HAL.

[Krazy Kruizers]

But with all the cold weather and snow we are having right now -- don;t think I want to head to Vancouver (just north of there) to some more snow and cold in February.

[cruz chic]

But with all the cold weather and snow we are having right now -- don;t think I want to head to Vancouver (just north of there) to some more snow and cold in February.

Yeah we've had a brutal winter so far in Calgary. Haven't heard too much about bad weather in Vancouver but I can't imagine it would be great.

[alohadad]

Captain told us that the stateroom's would be used and that the Lido will be open 24 hours.

No MDR No Shows No Casino No Shops and no lobster. Charter will last 5 weeks.

[Krazy Kruizers]

What -- no lobster??!!

[cruz chic]

Captain told us that the stateroom's would be used and that the Lido will be open 24 hours.

No MDR No Shows No Casino No Shops and no lobster. Charter will last 5 weeks.

I heard the same thing about the Lido, MDR and shows when I was on the Statendam in Oct.09. Didn't hear about the lobster however:D.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Well -- since we don't HAL lobster -- it's not a big deal.

[MightyQuinn]

But with all the cold weather and snow we are having right now -- don;t think I want to head to Vancouver (just north of there) to some more snow and cold in February.

Hey KK, Vancouver is on the West Coast, quite a long way from Pittsburgh. The weather patterns aren't comparable at all. It seldom snows in Vancouver but rain is pervasive. Maybe you're thinking Whistler? I hear they're busy with the snow-making machines getting ready for the Olympics. :p:p

[sandypaper]

I can happily report from Vancouver that the weather is extremely mild right now. Lots of rain of course but nice temps. I will be sooooooo glad when the Olympics are over.....may even hide while they are on. :-)

[DutchByAssociation]

Statendam is currently off the coast of Northern California.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Hey KK, Vancouver is on the West Coast, quite a long way from Pittsburgh. The weather patterns aren't comparable at all. It seldom snows in Vancouver but rain is pervasive. Maybe you're thinking Whistler? I hear they're busy with the snow-making machines getting ready for the Olympics. :p:p

 

This is our worst winter in a long time.

I know Vancouver -- Seattle are west of Pittsburgh -- wayyyyyy west. Been to both many times.

Do you need any snow or ice?? :D

[sandypaper]

This is our worst winter in a long time.

 

I know Vancouver -- Seattle are west of Pittsburgh -- wayyyyyy west. Been to both many times.

 

Do you need any snow or ice?? :D

 

 

No thanks. I like it just the way it is. I hear they have made lots of snow in Whistler just in case. You can keep it. LOL

[alohadad]

Statendam & Oosterdam were in port together in Mazatlan on 01/05. Will always love the smaller ships.

[cheggy]

Yes they were. we were on the Statendam. we heard they are moving all the tables from lower dining room up to top and using the lower floor for ironing and pressing. The whole floor!

[solocanadian]

I can happily report from Vancouver that the weather is extremely mild right now. Lots of rain of course but nice temps. I will be sooooooo glad when the Olympics are over.....may even hide while they are on. :-)

I'm with you sandypaper about the Olympics. However I'll take this mild rainy weather over what we had last year. Living in Richmond that darn Speed Skating Oval is a real thorn in my side. Re the Canadian Government employees on these 2 beautiful ships, they don't deserve lobster. I'd love to see Spam or Spork for their meat choice and fish sticks for the turf. LOL;)

[Juanita462]

Our grandson is working for security before, during and after the Olympics - they thought they were going to be billeted on the ships - guess the higher ups take priority.

 

I agree on the food for the gov't employees - maybe pork and beans to get a taste of what the common people will be eating (more of) after the new taxes come into effect this year.

 

weather - wet, but mild - one of my rhodo bushes is blooming - that is how mild it is.

[DAllenTCY]

The Oosterdam and Statendam will be joined by the Carnival Elation to provide temporary housing for law enforcement in Vancouver. Only the Norewegian Star will provide rooms for visitors.

David

[gentlemancruiser]

But with all the cold weather and snow we are having right now -- don;t think I want to head to Vancouver (just north of there) to some more snow and cold in February.

 

Yesterday it was warmer in Vancouver then Fort Lauderdale.

[Boatdrill]

Statendam is currently off the coast of Northern California.

 

Whoa pony ! I bet that's a rough ride ! :eek:

[Copper10-8]

Whoa pony ! I bet that's a rough ride ! :eek:

 

Pretty sure Pipedreams has a pic of that ride

[AzChar]

We just returned from a sail on the Oosterdam where they did, indeed, confirm that this ship will be used as a hotel during the winter Olympics for a period of 5 weeks. Holland America is going through a renovation/upgrade of their ships, as well.