If you’ve ever sailed Holland America Line—especially on one of its classic Vista-class ships—you know the character hits you the moment you step onboard. I sailed Zuiderdam earlier this fall and fell in love with all the vintage coastal cool baked into the ship: the mariner-style décor, impressionist and abstract sculptures tucked into corners and that unmistakably “seasoned” HAL vibe. So when the cruise line announced that Zuiderdam just finished a two-week dry dock in the Bahamas, my curiosity was piqued. Would they keep the soul of the ship intact? Or Botox the personality right out of it?
Good news: the updates sound like just enough refresh while preserving everything longtime Holland America fans adore.
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The biggest change is a revamp of the Crow’s Nest, the beloved top-deck lounge with panoramic views. It now includes a brand-new bandstand stage for intimate performances, upgraded lighting and sound, and a layout designed for relaxed lectures, live music and storytelling-style events. If you’ve ever curled up there with a latte while watching the sea roll by (like I did just about every day), the new setup sounds like a welcome glow-up, giving Holland America even more ways to bring great talks and events in the ship’s most-loved hangout.
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Zuiderdam also added 11 new ocean-view staterooms and refreshed hundreds more with new carpeting in verandah cabins and suites, modern bathroom updates (Deck 8 got the full treatment) and fresh finishes across much of the ship.
Public areas—from the Dining Room to Lido Market, Canaletto, the Atrium and the Greenhouse Spa—also got new carpeting, paint or updated upholstery. Even the outdoor deck and hydro pool area now have new furniture for lounging in style.
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For those who love bringing home shipboard memories, the Photo Gallery has been redesigned with a more modern retail area, making it easier to browse keepsakes from your voyage.
If all this tempts you back onboard, Holland America is running a “Save on Sunshine” promotion on select 2025–26 Zuiderdam sailings, with up to 50% off fares, onboard credits and reduced fares for kids as third or fourth guests.
And for travelers considering a return to this classic ship…Zuiderdam sets sail again with a polished new look and subtle new touches, all while staying true to the character and craftsmanship that make it a favorite among Holland America fans.
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