Holland America's Eurodam Delivers Affordable Luxury Cruising

By Roy Witman

When you're looking for a cruise experience that can be described as "excellent," "exceptional" and "luxurious" Holland America can certainly provide. Since 1872, this premium cruise line has offered distinctive tours to some of the most unique cities in the world while always stretching to bring more to its passengers.

With its newest class of vessels - Signature Class - Holland America has launched over 80 passenger ships including the Eurodam. This vessel is impressive in size, stature and amenities, and is just what fans of Holland America expect from this award-winning cruise line.

Unique Features of Eurodam

Offering the first 144-seat topside Pan-Asian restaurant in the fleet, Eurodam's guests will delight in the cuisine as well as the scenery. The restaurant and 50-seat lounge offer panoramic views overlooking the ocean and the pool on the Lido deck.

In addition, a specialty restaurant serving the finest and most authentic Italian cuisine, a new atrium bar, and a new photographic and imaging center will be included on Eurodam.

One of the most exciting additions is an extra deck of 63 new staterooms, 10 of which will have ceiling-to-floor and wall-to-wall panoramic windows for exciting and breathtaking views.

Old Favorites Remain

However, many of the previous passengers' favorites will also be found on Eurodam. Explorations Café (powered by The New York Times) will continue to provide specialty coffees, Internet connections and music-listening stations.

The ever-popular Culinary Arts Center (presented by Food & Wine Magazine) will still offer cooking demonstrations and intimate cooking classes. The Greenhouse Spa and Salon will provide thermal suites, a hydro-pool and the largest gym ever built for Holland America.

Exciting Voyages

Where in the world would you like to go? Chances are Eurodam can take you there. Tour the balmy islands of the Eastern Caribbean visiting the ports of Grand Turk, San Juan, St. Thomas and other popular destinations. Perhaps the history and majesty of Western Europe is more your style. In that case, visit the regal coastal cities of Italy, France, Belgium and others. If glamour is what you seek, a Mediterranean whirlwind adventure through Barcelona, Monte Carlo and other hotspots will thrill you.

Eurodam also offers voyages to the Baltic regions. Here you can explore ancient lands of Vikings, royalty and the legends of the sea found in Russia, Finland, Sweden and others.

Whether it's the glitz of the Rivera or the legacy of Portugal's vineyards that calls to you, Eurodam ushers you to new worlds and adventures you won't soon forget.