Deck: 8 Navigation
* Indented cabins (cabins where the deck is not as wide) have obstructed views when looking side to side along the ship. The closer you are to where the deck first indents the greater perception of obstruction you will have. One benefit of these cabins is there is more shelter from wind and rain
* Forward cabins on both sides will have the bridge of the ship slighty obstructing their view to the side
* There is public areas on the deck above. This means that there is a greater chance that you will have noise issues from that area. The forward cabins underneath the fitness center and the aft cabins underneath the aft pool area have the greatest complaints of noise.
* Balconies that face aft of ship tend to be warmer than other balconies during cold weather crusing.
* Save money and book a forward or aft cabin in the same category you are looking for. They are the same size and offer the same features as more expensive midship cabins.
* There is a large overhang from the deck above that will shade some of the balcony of cabins on this deck.

Handicap Cabins on this deck

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VA

 Cabin 8025 Verandah --

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VA

 Cabin 8026 Verandah --

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I

 Cabin 8033 Interior --

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SY

 Cabin 8116 Superior Verandah Suite --

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SY

 Cabin 8119 Superior Verandah Suite --

The Handicap stateroom door has a 32.5" clearance with no sill and the bathroom door is 32.5" with no sill. There is a roll in shower (30x52) with hand held shower head, bench and grab bars. The sink is 36" high with knee clearance underneath. The toilet is 18" high (riser available upon request) and has grab bars. The mirror in the bathroom is 47" high and the mirror in the stateroom is 34" high. The light switch is 39" high and the bed from top of mattress to floor is 20".

Portable assist kits for people with visual and hearing disabilities; options include visual doorknockers and vibrating bed alerts, as well as pamphlets and menus available in braille. In addition, ships utilize FM transmission and infrared systems to aid passengers on galley tours and in the show lounges; guests are also free to use the aids on shore excursions.

Holland America Line strongly recommend that all personal electric mobility equipment meets the following criteria: Width: 23" maximum in order to be accommodated in a standard stateroom, unless collapsible to a width of 23" or less Weight: 100 lbs. maximum without battery Batteries: Must be Gel or Dry Cell or AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) only

We recognize that for some people, a larger scooter may be essential. If you believe you need a larger scooter, please contact us so that we can discuss your requirements.

Please be aware Scooters and other mobility equipment need to be securely stored and charged in the guest's stateroom; not in hallways or elevator lobbies.