Upper Promenade Deck - Volendam

Part of what makes Holland America Line ships unique and favorable are the consistent layout of public rooms on board. Volendam is no exception and the main show lounge, Frans Hals, is located completely forward. The Frans Hals Lounge spans two guest decks with entrances on Upper Promenade Deck and Lower Promenade Deck.

Located outside of the Frans Hals Lounge on the starboard side is a figure of a dancing nymph. It is from the late 19th century. It is a bronze sculpture and case from a model by artist Eugene Marioton.

Also as on other Holland America Line ships, Upper Promenade Deck is home to most of the other popular public areas. Upon exiting the Frans Hals Lounge, the Ocean Bar is located on the starboard side of the ship. For live entertainment, people watching, and conversing with new found friends, the Ocean Bar is the place to be. The Ocean Bar has a guest capacity of upward toward 104. Directly opposite on the port side is a lovely Atrium Terrace sitting area with ocean views. The boutiques of the ms Volendam also begin here and continue their way down the starboard side of Upper Promenade Deck.


Located at the Casino entrance is a marble wall fountain. It is of Renaissance style from Italy, in the early 19th century. It is of three pieces and carved marble.

Life at sea stays exciting amidships with the Casino and Casino Bar. Whether guests try their hand with Lady Luck or watch televised sporting events on one of the overhead screens, it is a great area to been seen. The Holland America Line tradition continues with the Piano Bar located just aft of the Casino Bar. Here, guests can enjoy listening to live piano music and even take part themselves during sing-a-long events. Directly adjacent is the Seaview Lounge and this serves as an alternative area for popular shipboard events that do not necessarily require large square footage. This is also a perfect location for groups on board that would like to host a cocktail party either before lunch or before dinner.



If groups on board require confirmed space for meetings or presentations, they will be able to use the Hudson Room which is located opposite of the Seaview Lounge. Unlike her smaller sister ships, the Volendam makes use of an amidships staircase. This open area also makes it easy to cross over to the port side of the ship from the starboard. The Hudson Room offers state-of-the-art technical connections for a computer connection while offering beautiful sea views as well. For a coffee break, the Explorations Café powered by the New York Times serves up caffeinated (or not so) delights. This expansive area has also become to be known as the 'ship's living room' and justly so. Oversized, comfortable chairs allow guests to read books from the expansive collection on board. There are also music listening stations where guests can peruse an extensive collection of tunes while enjoying a pastry.



Guests may also stay connected with the rest of the World by using one of the many Internet stations located throughout the Explorations Café.
There are also fun activities such as large jigsaw puzzles and crossword puzzle tables that can be erased for the next guest.
One may opt to peruse the Volendam's beautiful art gallery which is located opposite of the Exploration's Café. Located within the art gallery is an extensive collection of pieces of Central America, Costa Rica, Veracruz, and also of Mayan descent. The art gallery leads directly to the Explorers Lounge, which has a guest capacity of 94. This is yet another time honored classic venue that provides live music for guests and also hosts events such as high tea.


All of the public areas on Upper Promenade Deck lead guests to the Rotterdam Dining Room which is located completely aft and spans two decks, much like the Frans Hals Lounge. The Rotterdam Dining Room offers optimum dining flexibility of four dinner times. Succulent cuisine is served on fine Rosenthal China and sparkling stemware. Wine stewards are able to assist with pairing wines that are some of the most highly rated by 'The Wine Spectator'.