Zuiderdam, delivered in 2002, marked the beginning of a major collaboration between Fincantieri and Holland America Line. Built at a cost of approximately $400 million, she is the first in a series of five ships. She combines advanced technologies with luxurious amenities, standing out for her innovative exterior glass elevators on both sides. Eighty-five percent of her spacious staterooms are ocean-view, offering guests the highest level of comfort.