Volendam
Holland America Line
Built in 2000
61,396 tons
1,432 passengers (double capacity)
FUN FACTS
An art and history tour is scheduled on every Volendam cruise to offer information about the vessel’s art and antiques, which are worth approximately two million dollars.
Trays of mints, dried fruits, and candied ginger can be found outside the dining room on Volendam.
Passengers on Volendam are presented with a complimentary cotton canvas carryall bag imprinted with the Holland America Line logo.
A favorite dessert on Volendam is the famous Holland America Line Bread and Butter Pudding.
Shoeshine bags are provided in every Volendam stateroom for complimentary shoeshine service.
The all-natural products in every Volendam bathroom have been carefully evaluated and found to be healthy as well as good for the environment. The organic/vegetable-based bath products use no animal testing.
If requested in advance, Volendam guests with babies may obtain a complimentary supply of baby food, diapers, and an in-stateroom refrigerator.
A highlight of a Holland America Cruise on the Volendam is the crew show, produced by either the Indonesian or Filipino crewmembers and spotlighting songs and dances from their homelands.
The Volendam has an on board infirmary staffed by a licensed physician and three registered nurses. The Volendam infirmary is equipped with emergency medical facilities and a well-stocked pharmacy.
On Volendam’s wrap-around promenade deck passengers can walk, jog, or stretch out in the shade on a lounge chair.
Youngsters participating in the Club HAL program receive a daily list of scheduled age-appropriate youth activities; there is at least one morning activity, one in the afternoon, and one in the evening.
HAL Kids Culinary Workshops now offer children a unique and fun learning experience. Kids will learn basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, new ingredients and how to follow recipe instructions.
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