MS Zaandam is named for the city of Zaandam, Netherlands near Amsterdam. It was built by Italy’s Fincantieri yard in Venice and was delivered in 2000. She is part of the ‘R-Class’ and a sister ship to MS Volendam, MS Rotterdam, and MS Amsterdam.
MS Zaandam was christened by none other than Olsen twins, Mary-Kate and Ashley, in May 2000.