Leslieswiger Posted November 1, 2004 #1 Share Posted November 1, 2004 I have just received some information about the "SOE" and drydock on some of the HAL ships. Next out of drydock with all of the "SOE" is the ZAANDAM emerging January 29th, 2005. Following her is the ROTTERDAM April 29th, 2005 sailing and then the STATENDAM for her May 20th, 2005. All other ships will also be completed on a similar timeline shortly thereafter. More info: :D A wine bar, part of the Culinary Arts Center, allows guests to browse, wine taste, and purchase wines for dinner or to be shipped home.:p The Culinary Arts Center provides both cooking demonstrations (free of charge) and classes (nominal fee). Movies can still be shown in this former Wajang Theater space. The beautiful Explorations Cafe has been deemed the ship's" living room". Coffees served up in the Explorations Cafe are created to be pleasing to both the palate and the visual senses. The Oasis is a true "adult free zone" getaway complete with waterfall and refreshments. The newly-designed Crow's Nest Lounge will sport an elegant and trendy theme.:rolleyes: The Signature of Excellence Is Here! Just wanted to past this most WONDERFUL information on to you all. Happy Sailings for everyone....Leslie:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevNeal Posted November 1, 2004 #2 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Does anyone know if the Veendam will have had her SOE upgrades and drydock additions by Nov 26, 2005??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doone Posted November 1, 2004 #3 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Sounds great, I just wish the Volendam was done for March, but I don't think so. Well, when she's finished, I'll just have to book another cruise on her to enjoy these wonderful improvements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslieswiger Posted November 1, 2004 Author #4 Share Posted November 1, 2004 I will see what information I can get on the Veendam and will post it. Happy Sailings..Leslie Swiger:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doone Posted November 1, 2004 #5 Share Posted November 1, 2004 That would be great, would love to go to the culinary arts program they will be offering. I'll stay tuned for more info, thanks so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
localady Posted November 1, 2004 #6 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Does anyone know if the Veendam will have had her SOE upgrades and drydock additions by Nov 26, 2005??? Greg- I was told that the Veendam would not receive her SOE improvements till winter 2006. Was hoping they would be done for the 11/26/05 sailing, but alas it's not to be.:o :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhannah Posted November 1, 2004 #7 Share Posted November 1, 2004 ... ZAANDAM emerging January 29th, 2005.That's good to know. We'll be sailing her in May. Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslieswiger Posted November 1, 2004 Author #8 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Rev. Neil and Doone...I have the information you had asked for. The Veendam has received MOST of her "SOE" and the rest will be done February 5, 2006. For you Rev. Neal ,I have asked them to hurry it up.:eek: Doone, the Volendam also has received most of her "SOE" and the rest will be completed January 2, 2006. Trust this is the info you had asked for. Happy Sailings...Leslie:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doone Posted November 1, 2004 #9 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Leslieswiger, thanks so much for the information, I certainly appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevNeal Posted November 1, 2004 #10 Share Posted November 1, 2004 The Veendam has received MOST of her "SOE" and the rest will be done February 5, 2006. For you Rev. Neal ,I have asked them to hurry it up. I suppose that, by this, that means we'll have the new beds (they're GREAT) but NOT the re-modeling of the interior of the ship (library and such). Ok... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocks Posted November 2, 2004 #11 Share Posted November 2, 2004 Any word about when the Maasdam will get done? rocks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinjudy Posted November 2, 2004 #12 Share Posted November 2, 2004 At least we will have the new beds for November 26, 2005 Veendam! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzkeen Posted November 2, 2004 #13 Share Posted November 2, 2004 Greg- I was told that the Veendam would not receive her SOE improvements till winter 2006. Was hoping they would be done for the 11/26/05 sailing, but alas it's not to be.:o :cool: A while back Esme said the Veendam was next going into drydock in April 2006. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=88528&highlight=veendam+soe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevesan Posted November 2, 2004 #14 Share Posted November 2, 2004 The beautiful Explorations Cafe has been deemed the ship's" living room". Coffees served up in the Explorations Cafe are created to be pleasing to both the palate and the visual senses. :) I presume the Exploration Cafe is a for fee cafe replacing the current Java Cafe, equivalent to Windstar on Vista class? If that's the case, then I'm pleased Veendam won't be converted till after our cruise in November next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Himself Posted November 2, 2004 #15 Share Posted November 2, 2004 I am amazed how you people come up with this valuable information. Thanks for sharing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoJuli Posted November 2, 2004 #16 Share Posted November 2, 2004 Does the Z already have the new beds or do you know when she will be outfitted with them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esme Posted November 2, 2004 #17 Share Posted November 2, 2004 Does the Z already have the new beds or do you know when she will be outfitted with them? Which Z do you mean? Zuiderdam or Zaandam? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslieswiger Posted November 3, 2004 Author #18 Share Posted November 3, 2004 For those who have been asking about the Massdam and her "SOE". She will have fully completed her "SOE" as of May 5th, 2006. Happy Sailings...Leslie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmorejj Posted November 3, 2004 #19 Share Posted November 3, 2004 Juli, if the Z you refer to is the Zaandam, then yes it has the new beds, at least it did when we were on her in April.....jean :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanjj111 Posted November 4, 2004 #20 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Has the Volendam been updated recently? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzsea Posted November 4, 2004 #21 Share Posted November 4, 2004 What great news! Thanks for letting me know about Volendam. January 2, 2006. Sounds good to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslieswiger Posted November 4, 2004 Author #22 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Hello Stanjj111! The Volendam has now received most of her "SOE". All will be completed for her January 2, 2006 sailing. Trust this is the information you have been wanting. Happy Sailings...Leslie Swiger:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doone Posted November 4, 2004 #23 Share Posted November 4, 2004 I just need to ask this question, if anyone knows. Does the Volendam have the culinary arts program yet???? I would love to take advantage of this program in March when I sail her? Anyone know?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruznon Posted November 4, 2004 #24 Share Posted November 4, 2004 I know the Oosterdam was recently drydocked. What SOE improvements were done then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslieswiger Posted November 4, 2004 Author #25 Share Posted November 4, 2004 The culinary arts program will be ready when the Volendam leaves dry dock January 2, 2006. Happy Sailings...Leslie Swiger:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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