Holland America Line Cruises

About Holland America Line

Founded in 1873, Holland America Line has been a leader in cruising for well over a century. By combining some of the most spacious and comfortable ships at sea with gourmet dining, highly attentive service, a large programme of onboard activities and carefully planeed cruise itineraries, they have created a superb cruising experience.

With one of the highest rates of repeat guests in the industry it is no wonder that Holland America Line have earned a reputation of providing their clients with an unforgettable cruise experience. Further to this, the prestigious Five Star Diamond Award, awarded to Holland America Line by the American Academy of Hospitality Services, ensures a commitment to luxury, superiour amenities and a first class experience.

Cruise Itineraries

Holland America Line's fleet of 15 mid–size ships, and counting, offers nearly 500 sailings a year to more than 320 ports in all seven continents. Cruises range from two days to 108 days in length with ports of call including Antarctica, South America, Australia/New Zealand and Asia as well as the more well known ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Europe and Panama Canal.

Shore excursions are carefully selected and are designed to further enhance your appreciation and understanding of each port of call. Onboard workshops and practical demonstrations (such as the Culinary Arts) as well as talks and lectures compliment your cruise itinerary perfectly.

Continuing the Signature of Excellence

Holland America Line recently completed an unprecedented $425 million investment in unparalleled product and service enhancements to its fleet of five-star ships. Called Signature of Excellence, this initiative built on Holland America Line's renowned Tradition of Excellence™ by significantly raising the standard in premium cruising. The comprehensive enhancements focused on five areas central to the Holland America Line guest experience: spacious, elegant ships and accommodations; sophisticated five-star dining; gracious, Award-winning service; extensive enrichment programs and activities; and compelling worldwide itineraries.

Five Star Cruising

From the moment you step aboard you will surely notice the Holland America Line difference. Boasting a high crew to passenger ratio (almost one crew member for every two guests) you can be assured of receiving highly attentive, award-winning service. Holland America Lines' "Signature of Excellence" programme has seen a large financial investment in the fleet, upgrading areas such as accommodation, dining and onboard activities. This enhancement programme has significantly raised the stanard of luxury cruising.

Onboard a Holland America Line ship, you will be impressed by the teak decks, spacious interiors decorated with fine art and large staterooms (many of which boast spacious balconies). Facilities include spas, gymnasiums, wine&tasting lounges, a variety of bars and, of course, 5 star dining in elegant restaurants.