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Cruises with Holland America Line

If you're looking to visit varied destinations onboard luxury ships, Holland America Line provides the perfect combination of traditional cruising and innovative features. Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or in a group, every aspect of HAL cruises has been expertly thought out so that all you have to think about is making memories.

Holland America Line: Life on-board

  • Total cruises 1,502
  • Fleet: 11 Ships
  • Destinations: 27

Whether you're looking forward to delicious cruise ship dining, sun-drenched afternoons spent relaxing by the pool or evenings in one of the many entertainment venues, no day of your cruise will be the same with Holland America Line.

Dining

Onboard each of their ships, Holland America Line showcases an elegant dining experience that will allow you to sample unique dishes in a sophisticated atmosphere. From main restaurant dining to casual venues and intimate speciality restaurants, you can eat somewhere different every evening. What's more, with the choice between pre-set restaurant sittings or flexible dining times, you can eat in a way that best suits your needs. While venues vary between ships, here are some of the fleet's most popular restaurants:

Restaurant Cuisine Complimentary or Speciality?
The Dining RoomInternational and regional dishesComplimentary
Lido MarketDishes from around the worldComplimentary
PinnacleUS Surf & TurfSpeciality
Dive-InFast-food favouritesComplimentary
TamarindAsian fusion cuisineSpeciality
CanalettoAuthentic Italian faresSpeciality
New York PizzaMouth-watering slices like they do in the Big AppleComplimentary

Entertainment

Once evening arrives, you can choose where to spend your night from an array of venues, each offering something different.

Live Music

From rock and roll to the best of Memphis blues and even live chamber music, here are the venues where you'll find yourself whiling away the evening listening to some of the best tunes at sea:

  • B.B. King's Blues Club
  • Billboard Onboard
  • Cantaré
  • Lincoln Center Stage
  • Postmodern Jukebox
  • Rolling Stone Rock Room
  • World Stage

Bars and Lounges

With everything from cocktail or champagne bars to a casino, you can spend each evening of your cruise somewhere different:

  • Casino
  • Gallery Bar
  • Mix
  • Notes
  • Piano Bar
  • Explorer's Lounge

Recreation

From fascinating lectures to relaxing spa treatments and even simply unwinding in one of the public spaces, guests can stay as busy as they like during their cruise:

  • BBC Earth Experiences- learn more about the natural world with unique concerts and films
  • Gym- equipped with all the latest equipment, never miss a workout during your cruise Greenhouse Spa & Salon- treat yourself to a massage, facial and much more at this luxurious venue
  • Port to Table- make the most of the flavours of each region you visit with exclusive cooking demonstrations and food and wine tastings
  • Shopping- see if there are any duty-free bargains which take your fancy at the onboard boutiques

Family

While Holland America cruises may not be at the top of your list when you think of cruise lines for families, this doesn't mean the children have been forgotten about! With both kids' clubs and port day excursions that cater for families, a HAL cruise is the perfect way to make memories together.

Club Age About
Kids Programs3-6 yearsEngaging activities such as sing alongs, theme parties and painting
Tweens Programs7-12 yearsFeaturing everything from ice-cream eating competitions to parties and gaming
Teens Programs13-17 yearsOlder teenagers can enjoy mocktail parties, karaoke, video games and more.
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Holland America Line Ships

Comfortable and sophisticated yet packed with activities and entertainment, wherever you choose to sail Holland America Line's fleet of ships is guaranteed to take you there in the utmost style.



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Top FAQs

  • After you have checked in for your cruise and it is fully paid for, Holland America Line will provide your cruise documents, known as Express Docs. This can be sent to your own email address as well as to your cruise consultant. Your luggage tags can be printed after checking-in, from the Holland America website.

  • As standard, all entertainment - from theatre productions to live music - is included in the cost of your Holland America Line fare.

  • Holland America Line ships have a relaxed attitude to dress code. Smart casual wear is expected while dining in the restaurants, and Gala nights require formal attire (cocktail dresses and suits).

  • If you book with us, you'll receive up to $300 shore excursion credit per person as part of your "Have It All" package as standard. You could get even more credit as part of an early booking offer or, alternatively, you can request this package is removed, although that isn't the best value option. We highly recommend the Have It All package and booking early if possible.

  • There is no luggage limit when cruising with Holland America Line, however it is advisable to adhere to any airline luggage restrictions if you will be flying before or after your cruise.

Life Onboard

  • Guests with life-threatening allergies must complete Holland America Line's 'Special Requirements Information' form. You should declare any intolerances or dietary needs at the time of booking, and once you are onboard to the restaurant manager.

  • Yes, each ship in the fleet has designated smoking areas where guests can smoke cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and e-cigarettes. Smoking is not permitted in staterooms or on verandahs, or other public areas of the ship.

  • Yes, there will be one Gala night on every 7 day cruise, two on cruises up to 13 days, and three on cruises of up to 20 days. Guests can choose whether or not they want to take part, and if not they can dine in the buffet or order room service.

  • Yes, in a nod to their Dutch heritage, at least one evening on every cruise will hold an Orange Party. The House of Orange is Holland's Royal Family, and so this colour is most associated with the country. Guests who would like to attend are asked to wear orange coloured clothes and accessories to celebrate.

  • Holland America Line are able to cater to vegan and vegetarian diets, though it is recommended that you declare any dietary requirements at the time of booking, and once onboard.

Family

  • There are three different kid's clubs available, depending on your child's age. Clubs are split into ages 3-7, 8-12 and 13-17, and are all supervised by friendly, expert staff.

  • Babysitters are available during sea days at a rate of $10 per hour for the first child, and $7 per hour for additional children. Please be aware that this service may not always be available.

  • Staff will do their best to assist and accommodate children with special needs, however, it may be the case that they are unable to provide one on one attention.

  • Prams are allowed onboard however Holland America Line ask that you mention this at the time of booking, so they can take into account the extra weight that will be brought onboard.

  • Baby food and nappies must be requested in advance from the Ship Services Department, and will incur a charge.

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