Holland America Line

HOLLAND AMERICA LINE CRUISES

If you can’t pick just one continent, their world cruises offer an exciting way to travel the globe, where the onboard dining and entertainment reflects the world passing by the windows. Onboard advice from Holland America’s experts help you make the most of each port, while the spacious and upscale cabins make every moment onboard feel luxuriously relaxing.

DINING

Each of the eleven ships in Holland America Line’s fleet hosts their own specialty restaurants and different culinary adventures. But wherever you are in the world, and no matter which ship you are on, be sure to sample at least one of their famous themed afternoon teas. These curated experiences definitely deliver more than the tried and tested tea and scones we’re all familiar with. Elsewhere, fine dining is at the forefront of every Holland America cruise. From the standout gastronomy of the culinary cruises - where celebrity chefs step aboard to share their signature dishes, to the everyday poolside burger and fries, Holland America’s Culinary Council ensures the flavours and ingredients are fresh and exciting.

ENTERTAINMENT

Partnerships with some of the world’s leading entertainment companies ensure Holland America’s entertainment programs are top notch. From the classically trained virtuoso musicians at Lincoln Center Stage to the rock n' roll stars of B.B. King’s Blues Club and the chart topping hits of Billboard, there’s a live music act to suit all tastes. Elsewhere, contemporary dance, BBC Earth In Concert and the recent film releases in the onboard movie theatres ensure there’s always a show worth catching. Add in the slots, table games and bingo in the casino and there really is never a dull moment at sea with Holland America.

THINGS TO DO

As well as a stellar selection of live entertainment options, Holland America cruises offer a diverse daytime activity program. Sunbathe poolside, discover the culinary skills behind some of the gourmet treats served on board or get hands-on with cookery classes. Active passengers can book a tennis match, try out their basketball skills or hit the gym. Retail therapy comes in the form of designer boutiques and the onboard art gallery. But Holland America Line is perhaps best known for bringing local amenities onboard. In Spain, you may learn flamenco or in Hawaii you could pick up some traditional Hula skills.

FAMILY

Club HAL invites children sailing on selected Holland America cruise itineraries to join in a whole host of fun activities. Programs for kids aged 3-17 include sports challenges, arts & crafts events, theme parties, video game competitions and port day activities. The stand out service is the access available for special needs children, meaning no child will miss out on the fun on board. Oosterdam’s family game room sees families getting together for some competitive gaming, while the poolside movies on Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam allow families to catch a movie or sunbathe while little ones swim.

CABINS

Holland America Line’s superb staterooms deliver refined luxury, ensuring you never feel pressured to upgrade to find the best cabins. You’ll receive complimentary fresh fruit and ice as standard - and all but the inside cabins have an ocean view or verandah. If you do choose to upgrade to a Vista suite, spacious elegance awaits, with the additional seating area and whirlpool bath adding those little extra luxuries to your cruise. Upgrading further to a Neptune or Pinnacle suite unlocks a wealth of hidden extras. From cocktail parties and private dining rooms to space to entertain and fresh flowers in your cabin, Holland America does make it difficult to resist splashing out on a larger suite. With 11 ships in the fleet and a range of cabin options across each ship, the only dilemma will be choosing which itinerary to sail on.

DESTINATIONS

With a long history of navigating global seas, it’s no surprise that Holland America has an extensive list of destinations on its itineraries. Docking in over 470 ports across the world, Holland America uses smaller ships to access those off the beaten track ports that larger cruise ships can’t sail to - and uses its seafaring past to educate travellers on hidden gem ports. From the snow-capped wilderness of Alaska to the white sand shores of Zanzibar, there are few places you can’t cruise to with Holland America. Unique itineraries are the liner’s speciality - with Panama Canal cruises among the most popular. Sail to Hawaii & Tahiti, plot a short 3 day voyage in the Caribbean, spend a fortnight cruising around Asia or see the world on a 128 day round trip starting from Florida.

• Alaska Cruises
• Canada & New England Cruises
• Europe Cruises
• Mediterranean Cruises
• Panama Canal Cruises
• Caribbean Cruises
• South America Cruises
• Asia Cruises

• Anchorage
• Vancouver
• Singapore
• Barcelona
• Amsterdam
• Buenos Aires

• Couples Cruises
• Premium Cruises
• Exotic Cruises
• World Cruises

We have put together the following FAQs. We hope that you will be able to find an answer to your question below, but if you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team. 

• Are gratuities included on Holland America cruises?

Gratuities are not included on Holland America cruises. A charge is added to your onboard account as Crew Appreciation which is then distributed to various crew members working across the ship. The daily charge is currently $15.50 per guest for non-suite cabins and $17 for suite guests.

•  Are Holland America cruises all inclusive? 

Holland America cruises are not all inclusive by default. However, the cruise line does sell packages which replicate the all inclusive model - though you could still incur further charges. The Have It All package includes onboard credit, WiFi, a drinks package and a limited amount of excursion credit. Costs vary but packages start at £40 per day.

•  Is Holland America a luxury cruise line?

Holland America Line is a premium cruise line with luxury amenities. The award winning cruise line has been noted for its excellent dining, popular itineraries and its ships. One of the standout premium features is the guest to crew ratio, which Holland America aims to keep at 2:1. 

•  Are there formal nights on Holland America cruises?

Yes, there are formal nights on Holland America cruises. Typically, on a 7 night cruise you can expect at least two formal nights. On these nights, the dress code would be cocktail dresses or evening gowns for women and dinner jackets or tuxedos for men.

•  Can you smoke on Holland America cruise ships?

Yes, but only in designated areas. That said, the Holland America smoking policy varies from ship to ship - and is often location dependent. Smoking, including E-cigarettes, is not permitted in any stateroom or on any verandahs.