Noordam
The fourth and last Vista-class ship, named in New York in 2006 and now sailing Alaska, the South Pacific and Asia.
The ship in figures
2.4 passengers per crew member. For every 3 crew members (in orange) there are about 7 passengers.
- 2006Year builtFincantieri (Marghera, Italy)
- Feb 22, 2006Maiden voyageFrom New York, around the Caribbean
- 2019Last refurbishment
Named in New York by actress Marlee Matlin, she left that same day for the Caribbean on 22 February 2006.
Noordam is the fourth and last of Holland America Line's Vista-class ships, handed over by Fincantieri in Marghera in January 2006. On 22 February 2006 she was named in New York by actress Marlee Matlin and sailed the same day on her maiden voyage to the Caribbean; her name comes from "noord", Dutch for north. A 2019 dry dock added Billboard Onboard and a pickleball court, and a dry dock in Singapore at the end of 2024 renewed carpets, upholstery and bathroom tiling. In 2026 and 2027 she sails Alaska from Seattle in summer and Australia, New Zealand and Asia for the rest of the year.
Attractions
- 1Crow's NestThe forward observation lounge on the upper decks, with panoramic sea views.
- 2Lido PoolA pool under a retractable glass roof that can be used in any weather.
- 3Sea View PoolThe adults-only pool at the stern, with its own bar.
- 4Pickleball courtAn open-air court on the top deck, converted from the sports court in 2019.
Shows
- World StageThe main theater, with production shows by the onboard cast and guest performers.
- Rolling Stone LoungeA live band plays rock, pop and R&B hits based on Rolling Stone's lists, six nights a week.
- Billboard OnboardA piano bar added in 2019, where two pianists play chart hits from several decades and guests sing along.
- CasinoSlot machines and table games such as blackjack, roulette and poker.
Restaurants & bars
- The Dining RoomThe main restaurant, on two levels at the stern, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Pinnacle GrillThe specialty steakhouse, with steaks, seafood and a wine list.
- CanalettoItalian dinners with dishes designed for sharing, served in a section of the Lido; reservations needed.
- Lido MarketThe casual buffet, organized as a market with themed stations.
- Ocean BarA bar in the central area of the ship where a live trio plays in the evening.
Accommodation
986 stateroomsKids & families
- Club HAL (3 to 6)Supervised activities, crafts, games and theme parties for younger children.
- Club HAL (7 to 12)Arts and crafts, sports and gaming tournaments for tweens.
- The LoftThe teen space (13 to 17), with sports challenges, group games and evening events such as video game tournaments.
Spa & wellness
- Greenhouse Spa & SalonThe spa on the Lido deck, with treatment rooms, a thermal suite and a hydrotherapy pool upgraded in 2019.
- Fitness CenterA gym with equipment and flooring upgraded in 2019, plus instructor-led classes.
- Promenade DeckThe wraparound teak deck, used for walks and the On Deck for a Cause charity walk.
In pictures
Seattle 
Victoria (British Columbia)