Holland America’s ship Oosterdam has emerged from dry dock with a lot of upgrades and enhancements. The vessel spent the final two weeks in dry dock within the Bahamas, and is now en route from Fort Lauderdale to Europe for the summer time season.
Interior design and technical updates
During Oosterdam‘s dry dock, round 215,000 sq. ft of recent carpet was put in in all suites, balcony staterooms, and varied public areas. Select stateroom bogs acquired full renovations, and a number of other balcony cabins have new deck furnishings.
Rolling Stone Lounge was absolutely upgraded with an enhanced bar and new carpet, furnishings, LED lighting, and flooring. The Lido Market buffet acquired a considerable refresh with new tiles and counter tops, and each Lido Market and Canaletto now have new seating upholstery.
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The Sea View aft pool contains new spa scorching tubs surrounded by contemporary teak decking, and each the Sea View and Lido swimming pools acquired new resin coating.
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Refreshed Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Oosterdam‘s spa and salon underwent extensive enhancements, including a new co-ed sauna and a new couple’s therapeutic massage remedy room. The Thermal Suite was rebuilt with a brand new Laconium thermal room, steam room, and experiential rain bathe. The Relaxation Lounge was refreshed with a brand new beverage counter and up to date lounge seating structure.
The Salon was expanded with new manicure stations and state-of-the-art pedicure chairs. Work additionally was accomplished throughout dry dock to make the spa and salon areas extra accessible for visitors with disabilities.
The Fitness Center additionally acquired upgrades in the way in which of recent flooring and new fitness center gear.
Crow’s Nest transformation
The Crow’s Nest additionally underwent a change, turning into what Holland America says is an “elevated hub of imagination and fun.” Guests will take pleasure in a refreshed Arts Studio that hosts arts and crafts courses, a devoted Games Room space, and a comfortable Puzzle Area.
The area contains new furnishings for every space, a board sport show case, and up to date signage to information passengers via the redesigned Crow’s Nest.
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New search for the Neptune Lounge
Suite visitors with entry to the unique Neptune Lounge will take pleasure in updates together with new carpets, drapes, and lighting fixtures, together with trendy eating and lounge furnishings. The catering space has been renovated and there’s a brand new concierge desk.
Casino enlargement
Another important mission throughout Oosterdam‘s dry dock was the enlargement of the on line casino. The former Gallery Bar is now a part of the on line casino ground, that includes 34 new slot machines and a digital desk sport.
Enhanced photograph expertise
The Photo Studio and Photo Gallery have been enhanced with new carpet, signage, and lighting for personal photograph periods. The refurbished Photo Gallery now contains show areas and a facial recognition digital photograph system for visitors to view their photographs via their account.
New Effy Lounge and retail store
A brand new Effy Lounge and retail store have been put in on Oosterdam. Effy changed a small movie show with a novel buying expertise. The Effy Lounge and retail store function two distinct areas for visitors to discover. Before coming into the shop, visitors are welcomed into a cushty lounge the place they will meet with an Effy jewellery affiliate to start their buying journey. There, they will take pleasure in a drink whereas looking for the right piece.
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The store itself mirrors the appear and feel of Effy’s flagship retailer on Fifth Avenue in New York City.
Oosterdam Schedule
Oosterdam will spend the following seven months crusing across the Mediterranean, visiting ports in Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, and extra earlier than crossing the Atlantic Ocean in November, returning to South America and Antarctica.
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