The Oosterdam is one of four Vista Class ships, and is named for the eastern point of the compass. The other Vista Class ships that represent the other compass points are the Zuiderdam (south), Westerdam (west), and the Noordam (north).
Ship Statistics:
Year Built: 2003
Crew Size: 800
Tonnage: 85,000 tons
Inside Cabins: 136
Registry: Netherlands
Outside Cabins: 788
Length: 951 feet
Verandas: 623
Suites: 162
Passenger Capacity: 1,848
Although three years old, the Oosterdam is impeccably maintained and in "like new" condition. It's rare that one does not see crew staff cleaning or attending to the upkeep of the ship in some manner. The Oosterdam is indeed a jewel in the Holland America Line fleet.
Oosterdam Staff:::
Commander: Captain Jonathan Mercer
Hotel Manager: Mr. James Deering
Cruise Director: Mr. Jimmy Lynett
