Holland America Line
Zaandam
- Cruises
- 24
- From
- $509
Ship comparison
Zaandam vs Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
- Cruises
- 111
- From
- $429
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Zaandam is a mid-size Holland America Line ship carrying 1,432 passengers, in service since 2000. Zuiderdam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 1,916 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Zuiderdam if you want more cruises to choose from: it has 111 cruises on sale (vs 24).
Zaandam does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Zaandam | Zuiderdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Ship size | Medium | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2000 | 2002 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2015 | 2017 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 61,396 | 82,305 |
| Passengers | 1,432 | 1,916 |
| Crew | 615 | 817 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.3 | 2.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 42.9 | 43.0 (better) |
| Decks | 10 | 15 |
| Length | 781 ft | 936 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 105 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 24 | 111 |
| Upcoming sailings | 61 | 128 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 90 nights | 4 to 28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $509 | $429 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Zaandam leads on 0 of the ten, Zuiderdam on 1, with 9 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
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- Dining
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- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Holland America Line
Zaandam
Since its launch in 2000, ms Zaandam from Holland America Line has been trying to help make cruising go younger. Combining rock and roll memorabilia with traditional art pieces and baroque-style decoration, this mid-size ship is attempting to bring luxury cruising to the millennial set.
Highlights
- Greenhouse Spa offers grotto spaces with wet and dry options, as well as sauna and massage
- Pinnacle Grill offers high-end Northwestern favorites.
- The Culinary Arts Center offers state-of-the-art cooking classes with culinary specialists.
- Rock and roll memorabilia, including from the Rolling Stones, Queen and Iggy Pop, are scattered throughout the ship.
Sailing now
24 cruises on sale, from $509.
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
The first ship in Holland America's Vista class series, the ms Zuiderdam uses the latest industry and environmental technologies, such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system.
Highlights
- The Waterford crystal seahorse greets visitors and introduces them to the art throughout the ship.
- The Lido Deck pool offers a retractable roof for colder days, along with a large polar bear statue to keep you company.
- The Greenhouse Spa offers a full hydrotherapy pool.
- Le Cirque at Pinnacle Grill brings the famous New York restaurant to life on the ship.
Sailing now
111 cruises on sale, from $429.
Questions
Zaandam or Zuiderdam?
Which is bigger, Zaandam or Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam is bigger at 82,305 gross tons, against 61,396 gross tons for Zaandam. Zaandam carries 1,432 passengers and Zuiderdam carries 1,916.
Which ship is newer, Zaandam or Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2002 against 2000 for Zaandam.
Which has more space per passenger?
Zuiderdam, with 43.0 gross tons per passenger against 42.9 on Zaandam. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.3 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10.
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