cruisejunkie Posted February 15, 2006 #1 Share Posted February 15, 2006 I am in charge of selecting a cruise for several couples. Most are first time cruisers (this will be my 20th 2 on HAL). Which one would you seasoned Mariners suggest? I loved the Volendam but thought the Veedam was a little worn. Thanks for you help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krewzin Posted February 15, 2006 #2 Share Posted February 15, 2006 What are the ports and/or itineraries? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbug Posted February 15, 2006 #3 Share Posted February 15, 2006 On ship alone, I would go for the Westerdam, simply because it is newer, has a more appealing color scheme, and gets better reviews overall. That said, the Z is certainly not a bad ship, and I will be on her in 3 weeks! First and foremost, I would choose based on itinerary and price because the ships are sisters and are more or less the same. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisejunkie Posted February 15, 2006 Author #4 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Prices are the same. Westerdam leaves on a Sunday. Grand Turk, Tortola, St Maarten, Half Moon Bay. Z leaves on a Saturday. Grand Turk, Tortola, St. Thomas, Half Moon Bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlorenceItaly Posted February 15, 2006 #5 Share Posted February 15, 2006 in December 2005, in fact, but I agree with Jimbug, I would choose the Westerdam. We had a fabulous time on the Zuiderdam, near perfect cruise, but the Westerdam is getting fantastic reviews lately. Rocks did a b2b, 1st week Zuiderdam, 2nd week Westerdam, so perhaps she'll see your post and give her feedback. My vote is for the Westerdam :). Marie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbug Posted February 15, 2006 #6 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Okay, so you are more or less choosing St. Thomas or St. Maarten, as far as itinerary goes. Not having been to either, I can't really help you there...but I do know that they both offer a ton of family-friendly activities. I don't think you could go wrong either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 15, 2006 #7 Share Posted February 15, 2006 We loved the Westerdam better than the Zuiderdam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisejunkie Posted February 17, 2006 Author #8 Share Posted February 17, 2006 Thanks for your help. We are sick of St. Thomas and have only been to St Maarten once, so I guess we are leaning toward the Westerdam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satchiesmom Posted February 19, 2006 #9 Share Posted February 19, 2006 I can't say anything about the Zuiderdam as far as cruising on her, but I did do a ship inspection last Sept. and the decor was a bit much for me. Having just gotten off of the Westerdam on Jan 29th, I can say that I think she's a great ship as did all 5 of the others in our group. Our expectations were exceeded in every way possible, and we have booked another cruise on her for next Jan. Good luck with your choice. Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnjoe Posted February 19, 2006 #10 Share Posted February 19, 2006 well you all have me even more excited about my upcomming Westerdam trip! If she is half as nice as the old W im sure I will be thrilled:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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