The MS Zuiderdam is a Vista-class cruise ship operated by Holland America Line. Wikipedia+2Holland America+2
Built by Fincantieri in Marghera, Italy. Launched in 2002. Maiden voyage also in 2002. Wikipedia+2canal-cruise-panama.com+2
Registered in the Netherlands (Rotterdam). Wikipedia+1
| Metric | Value |
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| Length | ~ 285-291 m (≈935 ft) Wikipedia+2CruiseMapper+2 |
| Beam (Width) | ~ 32 m Wikipedia+2CruiseMapper+2 |
| Decks | 11 Wikipedia+1 |
| Passenger Capacity | Around 1,960-2,272 depending on configuration. planetcruise.com+2paramountcruises.com+2 |
| Crew | ~ 840+ CruiseMapper+2planetcruise.com+2 |
| Gross Tonnage | ~ 82,000 GT canal-cruise-panama.com+2CruiseMapper+2 |
Class & Size: A Freedom-class vessel that began service in 2007. It measures about 1,110 ft long, 184 ft wide, and can carry up to 3,634 passengers and 1,360 crew members WikipediaTravel Weekly.
Activities & Features:
Heart-pounding fun with Tidal Wave (boomerang slide) and The Perfect Storm (dueling slides), plus a Splashaway Bay kids area Royal CaribbeanWikipedia.
Sports and leisure: FlowRider surf simulator, ice-skating rink, rock-climbing wall, mini-golf, plus courts for volleyball and basketball WikipediaRoyal Caribbean Incentives.
Dining & nightlife: Multiple venues including Sorrento’s Pizza, Johnny Rockets, Cupcake Cupboard, El Loco Fresh, Izumi Teppanyaki, and bars like Lime and Coconut Royal Caribbean+2Royal Caribbean+2.
Atmosphere: Offers both lively and quiet spaces—families will find plenty of entertainment, and quieter cabin zones are available for peaceful retreats Cruise Critic.
Right Now (September 2025): The ship is on a 9-day round-trip Canada & New England cruise departing from Cape Liberty (Bayonne, NJ). Stops include Boston, Portland (ME), Sydney (NS), Halifax, and a two-day visit to Saint John, NB—concluding September 13 CruiseMapper.
2025 Sailing Options:
5-night cruises to Bermuda from NY.
4–16-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale, including Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean routes www.cleancruising.com.auRoyal CaribbeanHarr Travel Blog.
Notably, a sailing scheduled for August 2025 originally included Labadee, Haiti, but has been rerouted to Grand Turk due to safety concerns Cruise Hive.
What’s Coming in 2026:
The ship will be refurbished as part of Royal Caribbean’s “Royal Amplified” program, adding fresh thrills, dining, and entertainment enhancements Royal Caribbean Press CenterRoyal Caribbean.
For summer 2026, it’s set to sail from Southampton on Northern European itineraries Royal Caribbean.
| Feature | Details |
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| Ship Class | Freedom-class, launched 2007 |
| Activities | Waterslides, FlowRider, ice rink, mini-golf, sports courts |
| Dining | Casual & specialty restaurants plus themed bars |
| Itinerary Types | Canada & New England, Bermuda, Bahamas, Eastern Caribbean |
| Upcoming Update | Amplified revamp in 2026, Europe cruises from Southampton |
2,142 guests at double occupancy (up to 2,543 maximum), and is served by 848 crew
Spectacular Scenery: Expansive glazed areas including panoramic glass elevators, a pool skylight, and a nine-deck atrium offer breathtaking views
Activities on Board:
Rock-climbing wall (~40 ft/12 m high)
Mini-golf, arcade games, basketball court, rotating bar, spa (Vitality at Sea), and multiple lounges, bars, and dining venues—including specialty restaurants like Chops Grille and Portofino
Dining & Entertainment:
Offers nine dining options, six of which are specialty venues
Entertainment includes a three-story theater, Broadway-style shows, poolside movies, and youth clubs