Classiccruiser777 Posted May 20, 2012 #1 Share Posted May 20, 2012 We are considering an Alaska cruise rt from Seattle during 2013. The HAL web site is listing these two ships as what will be available. Is there any significant difference between the two? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvteaching Posted May 20, 2012 #2 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Good morning, I've sailed on both and can't really think of any differences. They are "sister ships" if I remember correctly and hold the same number of passengers - about 1900. Our first cruise was on the Oosterdam and we've been on the Westerdam twice with the latest being last year. The departure date was the reason for the Westerdam twice - nothing to do with the Oosterdam or it's staff. Since we live north of Seattle it's great having our cruise leave from there! I'd cruise on either in a heartbeat. Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted May 20, 2012 #3 Share Posted May 20, 2012 We have sailed on both ships. I personally like the colors of the Westerdam better. Another reason I would chose Westerdam -- she goes to Glacier Bay!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doh15 Posted May 20, 2012 #4 Share Posted May 20, 2012 I think the itinerary difference is the biggest one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted May 20, 2012 #5 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Both are fine choices. We prefer the Westerdam decor. You might want to make your choice by itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted May 20, 2012 #6 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Been on the Ooesterdam and enjoyed the ship. Aside from itinerary one thing to take into account is the Westerdam is the reigning champion of the horns when she leaves Port Everglades:):):) I would think a ship with that kind of enthusiasm would carry it throughout - but what do I know:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandi3667 Posted May 20, 2012 #7 Share Posted May 20, 2012 We were facing that same decision last year, and decided on Oosterdam, since she went to Glacier Bay. This year, I'd choose Westerdam, since she has Glacier Bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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