Westerdam Cruise Deals

In this era where ships are constantly adding a la carte charges beyond the norm, Holland America offers a new value proposition with free activities such as BBC Earth Experiences, Exploration Central, Microsoft Studio, and O, The Oprah Magazine lectures, among others.

One of the popular activities aboard the Westerdam is the America’s Test Kitchen, a step-by-step cooking show, hosted by the top chefs of the ship.

During the day, families will also have the chance to watch movies, learn new tech skills in the Microsoft workshops or simply unwind in one of the hot tubs around the pool area.

Holland America Line serves superb cuisine in a variety of wonderful ways. Offering an extensive menu with more than 500 different food items on a typical seven-day cruise, they blend modern continental cuisine, regional specialties appropriate to each cruising area and traditional favorites. You’re sure to find something to entice all five senses aboard the Westerdam!

If you’re feeling glamorous, head to the elegant two-story Main Dining Room where you’ll be met with crisp white table linen, polished silver, and five-course dining. For a more casual setting, head to the Lido Market where you can savor made-to-order dishes, or enjoy a meal in the intimate Pinnacle Grill or indulge in comfort Italian food at Canaletto.

Make it an adventure and explore all the bars and lounges aboard the Westerdam. Start with the Gallery Bar where you’ll not only be served great cocktails, but you’ll also be surprised with the quality of paintings and décor that make this bar unique.

Make the Ocean Bar your second stop, here you’ll enjoy the soft melodies of talented musicians. Continue your journey at the Explorer’s Lounge, perfect meet-up place for pre and after dinner drinks.

If you’re planning to spend much of your time outdoors, then visit the Sea View Bar, located by the adults-only Seaview Pool where you probably will lose track of time admiring the oceanview.

During the day, you’ll find yourself busy with cooking demonstrations, Microsoft workshops, trivia quizzes, shuffleboard games, and casino tournaments.

The evening entertainment is quite varied as well, ranging from pianists playing classical music to jazz concerts with the B.B. King’s Blue Club and the Lincoln Center Stage.

The Mainstage, the three-tier ship's theatre, is a modern marvel featuring Broadway revues and individual performers, comedy shows and other classic performances.

The upscale Greenhouse Spa features a private, inner-sanctum thermal suite with heated ceramic lounges and aromatherapy steam rooms, an idyllic retreat after a long day of sightseeing.

Work off all the buffets and midnight snacks in Holland’s lavish, oceanview gym. Holland’s fitness facilities feature a professional staff, weight and aerobic conditioning equipment, and for your relaxation, a sauna, solarium, and steam rooms are available. Tailored to your needs, the fusion of traditional exercise and cutting-edge fitness services will have you looking and feeling your best!

Westerdam’s youth facilities were expanded and enhanced in 2010. Teens can escape parental eyes in their own Oasis, complete with hammocks, palm trees, and a 9-foot waterfall; the hideaway also offers easy access to The Loft teen club, the video arcade, and basketball court.

In separate areas, members of the Club HAL staff engage children ages 3–7 (must be toilet-trained) and 8–12 with age-appropriate activities. To enjoy a night out, parents can arrange babysitting from 10 PM-midnight for a nominal fee.

Holland’s Boutiques offer you the ideal gifts to create a lasting memory of your cruise. Exquisite jewelry, the latest fashion apparel and accessories, designer fragrances, liquor, and collectibles are just some of the items available for purchase onboard. Everything is tax and duty-free with great savings comparing to retail prices.