Holland America Line; Rotterdam

Designed with the expertise of more than a century of shipbuilding and cruising, Rotterdam is a gleaming star with delicious dining, captivating entertainment, beautiful and ideally appointed accommodations, friendly and attentive service along with exciting innovation. She is large enough for many desirable amenities, yet has a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere. Her sublime cruise ambiance, modern features, thoughtful craftsmanship, attention to details will help you make new discoveries onboard and ashore daily.

Focus on yourself and indulge your overall well-being at the Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. Renowned spa rituals, facial treatments, a selection of massages from around the globe and other services featuring premium, naturally sourced ingredients help you recalibrate your inner and outer peace. Maintain your workout regimen at the state-of-the-art Fitness Center or take some of the available classes such as spin or Pilates. Get into a friendly game of pick-up basketball or hit the track for laps. Pick up those perfect souvenirs for yourself or those back home in the onboard duty-free shops. You’ll find fine jewelry, fragrances, cosmetics, accessories, sundries and more.

Rotterdam’s decadent dining options feature everything from casual outdoor and al-fresco eateries to elegant formal dining. Included selections are The Dining Room a sophisticated setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Poolside stop by Dive-In for fresh burgers on brioche, Nathan’s Famous hot dogs, grilled chicken breast, portabella mushroom stack and more. Hot and fresh 9-inch thin crust pies both favorites and signature recipes along with delicious deli sandwiches are enjoyed at New York Deli & Pizza. There’s also complimentary 24-Hour In-Room Dining. Alternative dining choices include the culinary excellence of Master Chef Rudi Sodamin, at Rudi’s Sel de Mer, an intimate brasserie showcasing seafood and classic French dishes reimagined with contemporary flair such as Dover sole meunière with shaved pink Himalayan sea salt. The ultimate steakhouse at sea, Pinnacle Grill, features a selection of 28-day wet-aged USDA Prime steaks and curated recipes from David Burke, a James Beard Award-winning chef and Culinary Council® member. Freshly made pastas, Italian favorites and rich desserts including tiramisù are on the menu at Canaletto. The culinary traditions of Japan, China and Southeast Asia will tantalize your palate at Tamarind, tempt your taste buds with wok-seared lobster, barramundi in banana leaf or Culinary Council member and Master Sushi Chef, Andy Matsuda’s specialty sushi at Nami Sushi located within Tamarind. Frozen treats are available at Gelato and Grand Dutch Café – Cold Beer Bar has wonderful choices on tap as well as some of the sea’s best cappuccino!

Retire daily or simply relax in your private retreat, the spacious staterooms and Suites provide an ideal place for sweet dreams. Serene color palettes, signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, television, ample storage and more are found in all levels of accommodations. Spa categories also include such desirable zen additions as yoga mats, iPod® docking stations and exclusive spa treatments from the conveniently situated Greenhouse Spa and Salon. Single staterooms are perfect for those choosing to sail solo. Family staterooms can comfortably sleep up to five and boast two bathrooms, one with a tub. Suites range from 260-1,290 square feet including private verandahs. Spend some extra time saying goodbye to favorite destinations with aft-facing verandahs and suites. There are perfect accommodations to fulfill your travel dreams and needs.

Dazzling entertainment and experiences include Rolling Stone Rock Room a high-energy live music venue putting out your favorites new and old. Right across the way music trivia, sing-a-longs to chart-topping hits including 60 years of tunes, 2 pianists and you are the highlights at Billboard Onboard. The iconic music of Memphis and iconic Beale Street is coming to you live at B.B. King’s Blues Club. An exclusive partnership affords you the opportunity to enjoy outstanding musicians performing afternoon recitals and evening chamber music programs at Lincoln Center Stage. Delve into nature through stunning concerts and films at BBC Earth in Concert. Immerse yourself in panoramic sights and sounds with a two-story, 270-degree wraparound LED screen at World Stage, you’ve never seen music shows like this before. Multiple pools and enormous poolside movie screen provide daytime and nighttime fun for the whole family. Lady Luck is all in at The Casino.

Get a bird’s-eye view from the Crow’s Nest while enjoying a cocktail or light bites. Peruse the masterpieces at the Art Gallery. Club Hal is perfect for kids, tweens and teens ages 3-17 who will make new friends, have parties, play games, enjoy friendly competitions and more while participating in supervised age-appropriate activities as they socialize within their own individual age groups. For kids, ages 3-6, Painting Picassos, treasure hunts, theme parties and more will keep them engaged and laughing. For the tweens, ages 7-12, ice cream eating contests, gaming tournaments and theme parties are among the highlights. Teens, ages 13-17 will enjoy “mocktail” parties, staff vs. teens volleyball tourneys, karaoke, video games, trivia contests and more.

Rotterdam cruises to exciting worldwide destinations.

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