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Topic: Statendam Refurbishment

arosakulm
First Class Passenger
Member # 5556

posted 09-15-2005 07:47 PM

Has anyone sailed on the Statendam since her "Signature of Excellence" refurbishment? Specifically, have they done something different with the Crow's Nest, i.e. is it no longer a lounge? I saw a picture and deck plan recently and it almost looks like they are serving food there. Is that correct?
Also, what is the story with the Club HAL deck and stuff around the aft funnel area. I saw her in Vancouver and it looks kind of Disneylandish.
I am thinking of doing a spring H.K. to Osaka trip but if the ship has taken on a "holiday camp" atmosphere I might pass.
Thanks.

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Jonathan
First Class Passenger
Member # 5201

posted 09-15-2005 09:08 PM

The thing by the funnel is a teen zone i think? If i remember correctly. As for the other things i couldnt tell you.

Jonathan

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sympatico
First Class Passenger
Member # 797

posted 09-16-2005 07:22 AM

The part around the funnell is the Oasis and is only for teens - Adults are not allowed. I doubt you will be getting any children/teens on a trip from HK to Osaka.

The Crow's Nest is still a Lounge - they may have changed it some. The only food served up there are the hors'dourves served during the cocktail hour before dinner.

You don't have to worry that the Statendam has not taken on a"holiday camp" atmosphere. They wouldn't have put this ship on an extended cruise to the South Pacific if that was the case.

[ 09-16-2005: Message edited by: sympatico ]

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shipcafe
First Class Passenger
Member # 3959

posted 09-16-2005 11:08 AM

Hi Everyone,

I've recently photographed the newly-enhanced Statendam and I can wholeheartedly report that she looks spectacular. I've always loved Statendam's classic charm but now her enhancements maintain her as a truly competitive ship. I was truly impressed by her and would book her to Alaska or the Orient in a heartbeat.

Be on the lookout for a full inspection of her on my web site in the near future. In the mean time, below are some sneak peeks.

ShipCafé

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