Alaska on Amsterdam or Zuiderdam

[Elizabeth926]

:) Getting ready to book Alaska cruise for June 2013 and am looking at R/T Vancouver on either Amsterdam or Zuiderdam...leaning towards Amsterdam. If decide on the Amsterdam is it worth it to get DVS versus the VS for $200 PP? This will be 2nd cruise on HAL to Alaska...2011 on Oosterdam R/T Seattle.

[PathfinderEss]

My choice would be the Amsterdam. It is an awesome ship with a great crew and Captain. I also like the Zuiderdam because I like the Vista class ships better but the Amsterdam is just so nice, you can't go wrong picking her for your Alaskan cruise.

[Krazy Kruizers]

We have sailed quite a few days on the Amsterdam -- including two 14 day Alaskan cruises (no longer offered).

I would choose the Amsterdam over the Zuiderdam -- more personal ship.

[jaguarstyper]

I would absolutely choose Amsterdam over Zuiderdam. I'm not certain what you mean by DVS vs VS, but I'm thinking you mean Deluxe Verandah Suite vs Verandah Suite. If that's the case, the $200 more per person would be a complete no brainer. The Deluxe Verandah Suites are very nice and come with additional amenities.

[djg541]

DW and I have sailed both Amsterdam ( 2 week Alaska) and Zuiderdam ( partial canal cruise) and thoroughly enjoyed both.

Amsterdam is a bit more intimate with a 'smaller ship" feel. The only small drawback I can recall is the Pinnacle grill is an interior space ( no windows)

For Alaska, you want all the views you can get!

Zuiderdam is a bit more spacious. larger public areas,etc.

Food, service,cleanliness were excellent on both.

Dont hesitate to book a LVS, as the perks and service improve dramatically.

We had LVS on both and found no shortfalls on either ship. Having access to a concierge is a Godsend to avoid lines,sell outs, etc and to arrange reservations.

Big plus: Free laundry service

 

Bon Voyage!

[Himself]

I would go with the AMSTERDAM!