Rotterdam Retired vs Veendam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Rotterdam Retired
Built in 1997
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Rotterdam Retired
47.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Rotterdam Retired vs Veendam: Quick Comparison
Rotterdam Retired is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1997, it is 1 year newer than Veendam, which entered service in 1996. Rotterdam Retired is approximately 9% larger by gross tonnage at 62,000 GT. Veendam also carries 34 more passengers. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Rotterdam Retired | Veendam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1997Newer | 1996 |
| Gross Tonnage | 62,000 GT | 57,092 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,316 | 1,350 |
| Space per Passenger | 47.1 GT | 42.3 GT |
| Length | 237.5 m | 220 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Rotterdam Retired vs Veendam
Age
Rotterdam Retired was built in 1997, making it 1 year newer than Veendam, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 62,000 GT, Rotterdam Retired is approximately 9% larger by gross tonnage than Veendam at 57,092 GT.
Passenger capacity
Veendam carries up to 1,350 passengers compared with 1,316 aboard Rotterdam Retired, a difference of 34 passengers.
Passenger space
Rotterdam Retired offers more space per passenger: 47.1 GT per guest, compared with 42.3 aboard Veendam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Rotterdam Retired if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Veendam if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Rotterdam Retired.
Rotterdam Retired vs Veendam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Rotterdam Retired
Built in 1997
1 year newer
Bigger
Rotterdam Retired
62,000 GT
9% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Rotterdam Retired is 1 year newer.
- Rotterdam Retired is 9% larger by gross tonnage.
- Veendam carries 34 more passengers.
- Rotterdam Retired offers more space per passenger (47.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Rotterdam Retired or Veendam?
Rotterdam Retired is newer. It was built in 1997, while Veendam was built in 1996, making Rotterdam Retired 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Rotterdam Retired or Veendam?
Rotterdam Retired is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 62,000 GT compared with Veendam at 57,092 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Veendam has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,350, compared with 1,316 for Rotterdam Retired.
Which ship is more spacious, Rotterdam Retired or Veendam?
Rotterdam Retired has the higher passenger space ratio at 47.1 GT per passenger, versus 42.3 for Veendam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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