- Ship Information
- Dining
- Facilities
Overview
Sleek, sophisticated, and stylish – the Nieuw Amsterdam is the perfect ship to experience the best of the Mediterranean with 2100 gay and lesbian guests from around the world. She was built in the finest Italian shipyard and will impress you with her modern design, panoramic ocean views, innovative dining options, large and well-appointed staterooms, and unique entertainment venues.
Bearing the original name of the “City that Never Sleeps,” the Nieuw Amsterdam updates the elegant tradition of Holland America to reflect the glamour and history of New York. And she’s as big as the Big Apple, with eleven passenger decks, a three-story Broadway-style theater, two pools, and six restaurants and cafes. Try your luck at the casino, meet up with friends at one of the many bars or enjoy our unique wine-tasting bar. Learn a new skill at the Culinary Arts Center, or take in your favorite movie, including the best of the recent gay cinema.
Shop at the luxury jewelry boutique, or simply find a quiet place to enjoy the splendor of the three-story atrium. Need to stay connected? Check out Explorations Cafe where you can check email or surf the web, enjoy one of the largest libraries at sea, all while sipping a cappuccino.
Looking for more relaxing options? Pamper yourself at the expanded Greenhouse Spa and Salon – featuring thermal suites and a hydro-pool. Lounge by one of the two outdoor pools, or soak in a Jacuzzi under the Mediterranean sky. And stay fit in the largest and most sophisticated fitness center ever built for the Holland America Line.
Whether you’re looking for excitement, relaxation or anything in between, the Nieuw Amsterdam is the perfect ship for your RSVP cruise.
Ship's Registry The Netherlands
Passenger capacity 2,106
Crew members 929
Gross tonnage 86,700grt
Length 935 feet
Beam 105.8
Maximum speed 23.9 knots
Holland America’s Newest Signature Class Ship
Dining
For some people, a cruise is all about the food. And dining is an integral part of your RSVP vacation. The exceptional Holland America culinary staff offers sophisticated menus for you to enjoy in a wide variety of venues. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal poolside, a romantic elegant meal, or a relaxing dinner with friends, there’s always something to appeal to your taste and style.
Formal Dining
The Manhattan Dining Room features one of the most extensive wine lists at sea, and is the perfect venue to enjoy a relaxing meal with your new friends. This formal dining room is located aft - with windows on three sides, a grand stairway, elegant atmosphere and multiple table arrangements for parties of two to groups of eight.
Specialty Restaurants
For a more elegant affair, The Pinnacle Grill offers intimate, reservations-only dining featuring Sterling Silver premium beef and fresh seafood. Located midship adjacent to the grand Atrium, the Grill and its stylish Bar provide a very special dining experience - with all the romance you and your special someone might expect from an up-market restaurant in any metropolitan city. The intimate Tamarind Pan-Asian restaurant offers unique Asian fusion cuisine. The reaction to this one-of-a-kind experience has been overwhelming. Located on the highest point of the ship, with amazing panoramic views, the Tamarind is an experience unlike any other cruise ship.
Casual Dining
If you’re looking for a more casual option, the indoor-outdoor Lido Restaurant has both an air-conditioned restaurant, as well as “al fresco” dining on deck. The buffet-style Lido changes daily, with freshly prepared dishes to suit any appetite. From grilled Panini to Sushi, or BBQ chicken and ribs to fresh salad options, whatever you crave – the Lido is ready to please.
Swimsuits are always suitable dining attire at the Terrace Grill where you can get a freshly grilled hamburger with crispy French fries to go. No need to give up your Deck Chair - just stop by the Grill and pick up your order.
Something Different
Those looking for a bit of a proper experience can enjoy Royal Dutch High Tea in the afternoons. Set in the elegant Explorer’s Lounge, this flashback to the Golden Days of Sailing features specialty Teas, gourmet pastries and canapés, and Classical music from the ships string quartet. You will feel like “Royalty” being served by your very own staff.
Still Hungry?
If an entire day of RSVP activities leaves you wanting something more relaxed, you can always order room service - complimentary 24 hours a day. For our guests with special dietary needs, RSVP and Holland America offer "Light and Healthy" menu items featuring meals low in sodium and cholesterol, Vegetarian (vegan available), gluten-free, fat-free, diabetic or other special dietary needs meals, as requested.
Please note that an extra charge applies for the Pinnacle Grill and Tamarind Restaurant.
Facilities
Every day offers a wealth of activities and indulgences, along with the freedom to enjoy as many – or as few – as you please.
Whether you want to workout, take a cooking class, join in our RSVP pool games, read in the library, or check your email, there's a perfect onboard activity for everyone. Of course these are just the beginning, since our endless schedule of RSVP signature events, entertainment, parties and activities await you. Take a look at these exciting offerings:
Sports
- Fully-equipped fitness center
- Classes in low-impact aerobics, yoga and Pilates
- Basketball, ping pong, tennis, volleyball, walk-a-mile
Spa Services
- The elegant Greenhouse Spa & Salon, which includes massage rooms, thermal suites, and a range of luxurious spa products
- Jacuzzi, two outdoor pools, classic teak deck chairs for reading, relaxing and sunning
Shopping
Duty-free shopping featuring international luxury brands such as Lladro®, Swarovski®, Waterford®, Gucci®, and Givenchy.
Bars & Lounges
- Crow's Nest observation lounge by day and intimate cocktail lounge by night featuring conversation friendly entertainment.
- Ocean Bar for cocktails and RSVP signature cabaret entertainment
- Explorer's Lounge for an intimate after-dinner coffee, hand-dipped chocolates and soft music
- Piano Bar featuring RSVP star cabaret entertainers and classic piano bar setting
- Lido and Sea View Bar for poolside fun
- Pinnacle Bar an intimate wine bar
Entertainment Venues
- The Mainstage featuring Broadway-style productions, talented vocalists, illusionists, comedians, and variety acts, along with RSVP signature gay and lesbian entertainers
- Queen’s Lounge featuring RSVP’s enriching lectures and the Culinary Arts Center by day and by night RSVP signature cabaret entertainment
- Northern Lights Disco the swankiest night spot on board
- Casino action featuring blackjack, poker, craps, roulette, slots, and more
- Movies with all the new releases, as well as delicious hot buttered popcorn at the door
Cultural Enrichment Programs
- Culinary Arts Center, a unique center for interactive cooking demonstrations and more, sponsored by Food & Wine Magazine
- Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times, offers more than 2,000 books, music listening stations, Internet access, puzzles and more
- Self-guided iPod® art tours of the ships' multi-million dollar art and antiques collections
