Westerdam Useful Information

Navigate and Maintain

• The Sail & Sustain program of Holland America Line, with environmental conservation at sea and port as its core, applies to Westerdam also.
• The ship tries to reduce CO2 emissions besides minimizing waste and conserving energy and water as well as supporting ethical sourcing and community relations worldwide.

Sail & Sustain Program

• On Westerdam, smoking is only allowed outside in select places.
• Smoking (including e-cigarettes) on the inside of the cabins, suites, and balconies is prohibited for the sake of safety.
• There are sites set aside for smoking for the convenience of guests.

Smoking Regulations

• On Westerdam, smoking is only allowed outside in select places.
• Westerdam will have Wi-Fi throughout, for an additional charge.
• There are sites set aside for smoking for the convenience of guests.

Wi-Fi

• Westerdam will have Wi-Fi throughout, for an additional charge.
• Different packages exist to cater to various needs, social media, light surfing, to full streaming.

Medical Facilities

• An international medical centre, with doctors and nurses, serves Amsterdam.
• Emergency and general medical services are available, with fees essentially based on the quality of treatment given.

Dress Code

• Day: All areas are suitable for resort casual.
• Evening: Smart casual might include dresses, skirts, trousers, and collared shirts. Formal evening is gowns, suits, and cocktail attire.
• Activewear and swimwear will not be allowed during dinner in the main dining areas.

Special Dietary Requirements

• Customers may request vegetarian, gluten-free, diabetic, low-sodium, kosher, vegan or other medically prescribed diets, requiring at least ninety days' notice.
• Proof may be required for certain special diets.

Age Restrictions

• Westerdam is welcoming children and youths, although supervised programs are available through special Club HAL youth programs.
• Normally, 21 years of age and older is the legal drinking age on most sailing trips (18 on certain foreign cruises per local laws).

Disabling Conditions

• Wheelchair staterooms with grab bars and lowered fixtures are available on Westerdam; it also features roll-in showers.
• The design of public areas also follows accessibility.
• The Access & Compliance team will assist guests with special needs before embarkation.