Holland America Line: Ryndam

Accommodations

Layout: Staterooms are spacious and comfortable, although fewer of them have private balconies than on newer fleetmates. Every cabin has adequate closet and drawer-shelf storage, as well as bathroom shelves. Some suites have a whirlpool tub, powder room, and walk-in closet.

Amenities: Gone are the flowery chintz curtains and bedspreads of yesteryearall staterooms and suites are now appointed with Euro-top mattresses, 250-thread-count cotton bed linens, magnifying lighted mirrors, hair dryers, a fruit basket, flat-panel TVs, and DVD players. Bathroom extras include Egyptian cotton towels, shampoo, body lotion, and bath gel, plus deluxe bathrobes to use during the cruise.

Suites: Suites have duvets on beds, a fully stocked minibar, and personalized stationery. Penthouse Verandah and Deluxe Verandah suites have exclusive use of the private Neptune Lounge, personal concierge service, canaps before dinner on request, binoculars and umbrellas for use during the cruise, an invitation to a VIP party with the captain, and complimentary laundry, pressing, and dry-cleaning services.

Good to Know: Connecting cabins are featured in a range of categories. Six staterooms are wheelchair-accessible; nine are modified with ramps although doors are standard width.