Holland America Line’s new ms Koningsdam looks to be one of the most interesting new big ships in recent memory, but not for reasons one might expect. A number of new ships have debuted recently, all presenting the best of what their respective cruise lines have to offer. It’s a theme that seems consistent with most major cruise lines: more of the (exciting) same and an attraction or two that is new and specific to that particular ship. These are the hot new rides that fans of those cruise lines want to sail . After sailing the world for nearly 150 years, Holland America Line is sailing in a different direction with the first Koningsdam Caribbean season.
We start with a topic of ships that usually comes up much further down the line: Art. A dramatic departure from the past where hallway art has brought historic photographs of past Holland America ships and scenes from where they have sailed, art on Koningsdam is less timeless and more relevant.
Art Gallery Deck 3 Midship Starboard
Art extends beyond the walls too, with a number of works smak dab in the middle of high traffic areas where guests are sure to see them. The placement of art on Koningsdam can absolutely be counted as a recurring element of the onboard experience choreography, something that plays a huge and appropriate role on this ship.
Artwork Deck 2 Forward
Koningsdam Facts And Photos
Public Spaces
Guest Services – Deck 3 Midship Portside
Greenhouse Spa & Salon – Deck 9 Forward
Explorer’s Bar – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Explorer’s Bar Artwork – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Explorations Cafe – Deck 12 Forward Starboard
Crow’s Nest – Deck 12 Forward
Casino – Deck 2 Midship
TRX Fitness Center – Deck 9 Forward Starboard
The Shops – Deck 3 Midship Starboard
The Retreat – Deck 12 Forward
Signature Shop – Watch Shop – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Notes – Deck 2 Midship
Lido Pool – Deck 9 & 10 Midship
Jewelry Shop – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Barber Shop – Deck 9 Portside Forward
Koningsdam Facts And Photos
Dining Venues
Lido Market – Deck 9 Midship
Blend – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Canaletto – Deck 9 Midship Starboard
Canaletto Restaurant – Deck 9 Midship Starboard
Culinary Art Center – Deck 3 Aft Starboard
Grand Dutch Cafe – Deck 3 Midship Starboard
Grand Dutch Cafe – Deck 3 Midship Starboard
New York Deli & Pizza – Deck 10 Midship Portside
New York Deli & Pizza – Deck 10 Midship Portside
Pinnacle Grill Wine Cellar – Deck 2 Midship Portside
Pinnacle Grill Wine Cellar – Deck 2 Midship Portside
Pinnacle Grill – Deck 2 Midship Portside
Sel De Mer – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Tamarind Restaurant – Deck 10 Aft – Private room on Portside
Tamarind Restaurant – Deck 10 Aft
The Dining Room – Deck 2 & 3 Aft
The Dining Room – Deck 2 & 3 Aft
The Dining Room – Deck 2 & 3 Aft
Wine Cellar at the Dining Room – Deck 2 &3 Aft
Koningsdam Facts And Photos
Entertainment
Billboard onboard – Deck 2 midship Portside
Billboard Show in World Stage Deck 2 & 3 Forward
Lincoln Center Stage – Deck 2 Midship Starboard
Queen’s Lounge – Deck 2 & 3 Midship
Queen’s Lounge – Deck 2 & 3 Midship
World Satge – Deck 2 & 3 Forward
World Stage – Deck 2 & 3 Forward
World Satge – Deck 2 & 3 Forward
Koningsdam Facts And Photos
Staterooms
Family Oceanview Stateroom Cat. FB – Room #1172 Deck 1 Portside Midship
Interior Stateroom (large) Cat. I – Room #1128 – Deck 1 Midship Portside
Interior Stateroom (standard) Cat. J – Room #1097 Deck 1 Midship Starboard
Neptune Suite Cat. SA – Room #7090 Midship Portside
Ocean-view Stateroom Cat. C – Room #1095 Deck 1 Midship Starboard
Pinnacle Suite (Balcony) Cat. PS – Room #7053 Midship Starboard
Pinnacle Suite (Bedroom) Cat. PS – Room #7053 Deck 7 Midship Starboard
Signature Suite Cat. SY – Room #5002 Forward Portside
SIngle Ocean-view Stateroom Cat. OO – Room #1001 Forward Starboard
Verandah Spa Stateroom Cat. VQ – Room #10043 Forward Starboard
Verandah Stateroom Cat. VE – Room #7040 Deck 7 Forward Portside
Photos- H0lland America Line
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