Over 150 Years of Seafaring Heritage

Holland America Line

Discover the perfect blend of classic elegance and modern comfort with mid-sized ships, enriching destinations, and award-winning dining that has defined premium cruising for over a century.

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Premium Cruising, Perfected

Founded in 1873, Holland America Line is one of the most storied names in ocean travel. With a fleet of elegant mid-sized ships carrying between 1,000 and 2,700 guests, Holland America strikes the ideal balance between spacious comfort and an intimate, refined atmosphere. Our advisors who’ve sailed Holland America consistently praise the enriching itineraries, award-winning cuisine, and gracious service – it’s a line we love recommending to experienced travelers who appreciate classic sophistication without pretension.

At a Glance

Cruise Line: Holland America Line – Premium, Mid-Sized, Destination-Focused

Fleet: 11 mid-sized ships ranging from approximately 1,000 to 2,700 guests

Destinations: Over 400 ports across all seven continents

Service: Gracious, attentive service with a warm and welcoming atmosphere

Signature Feature: Award-winning “Have It All” premium package including shore excursions, specialty dining, beverages, and Wi-Fi

  • Shore excursions in select ports of call
  • Specialty dining experiences at venues like Pinnacle Grill and Tamarind
  • Signature beverage package including wines, cocktails, and premium spirits
  • Wi-Fi surf package for staying connected at sea
  • Spacious staterooms with premium amenities and Mariner’s Dream beds
  • Access to award-winning dining across multiple venues
  • World-class entertainment and enrichment programming

The “Have It All” package represents exceptional value and can be added to any sailing.

  • Over 150 years of seafaring heritage and expertise in ocean travel
  • Mid-sized ships offer the perfect balance of spaciousness and intimacy
  • Award-winning Culinary Council featuring world-renowned chefs
  • Exclusive partnership with BBC Earth for immersive destination programming
  • Music Walk featuring Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King’s Blues Club, and Billboard Onboard
  • Grand Voyages and extended itineraries for the ultimate world travel experience

The Dining Room: Elegant main restaurant with multi-course menus and open seating

Pinnacle Grill: Premium steakhouse and seafood featuring Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine

Tamarind: Pan-Asian fine dining with dishes from across Southeast Asia, China, and Japan

Rudi’s Sel de Mer: French brasserie crafted by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin

Nami Sushi: Authentic Japanese sushi bar on select ships

Lido Market: Casual dining with global flavors in an open marketplace setting

New York Pizza & Dive-In: Casual poolside favorites

Plus 24-hour in-room dining available on every ship.

Holland America Line is legendary for its Grand Voyages and annual World Cruise – epic journeys spanning months and visiting dozens of countries across multiple continents. These extended sailings offer an unparalleled way to explore the globe in comfort, with enriching port experiences, exclusive events, and the camaraderie of fellow world travelers.

Grand Voyages include special amenities such as pre-cruise hotel stays, exclusive shoreside events, laundry service, and additional onboard credits – making them an exceptional value for extended travel.

At a Glance

Premium Cruising

Have It All

Exceptional value with premium inclusions

  • Mid-sized, elegantly appointed ships
  • Award-winning dining with Culinary Council
  • Shore excursions in select ports
  • Signature beverage package
  • Specialty dining experiences
  • Live music venues & BBC Earth programming
  • Wi-Fi surf package

With “Have It All” premium package

Explore

Discover Holland America

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Award-Winning Culinary Excellence

Our advisors who’ve dined their way through Holland America’s menus can tell you firsthand: the food here punches well above its weight class. The Culinary Council – a hand-selected team of world-renowned chefs led by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin – shapes every dish across the fleet. What sets it apart is the range. You can go from an elegant multi-course dinner in The Dining Room to a seared wagyu steak at Pinnacle Grill, then try something completely different at Tamarind or Rudi’s Sel de Mer the next evening. It’s consistently among the best dining we’ve experienced at sea.

Music Walk – Live Entertainment at Sea

If you love live music, Holland America’s Music Walk will be a highlight of your voyage. We’ve spent many evenings here, and the quality rivals what you’d find at top land-based venues. Lincoln Center Stage features accomplished chamber musicians performing in an intimate setting that feels worlds away from a cruise ship. B.B. King’s Blues Club is the opposite energy – the All Stars band gets the whole room on its feet with electrifying blues and rock sets. On select ships, Billboard Onboard and Rolling Stone Rock Room round out the lineup with chart-topping hits and classic rock. The best part? Every venue is included in your cruise fare – no cover charges, no reservations needed.

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Enriching Destinations Around the World

Having sailed Holland America to destinations around the world, our team knows that what sets them apart is how deeply they connect you with each port. Their EXC (Explorations Central) program goes beyond typical shore excursions – think onboard expert talks that prepare you for what you’ll see, curated port guides for independent exploring, and immersive tours that get you into the heart of local culture. With over 400 ports across all seven continents, they’re especially strong in Alaska (where they’ve sailed for over 75 years), the Mediterranean, and Northern Europe. And for the truly adventurous, their extended Grand Voyages are bucket-list sailings our advisors love helping clients plan.

Experience

The Holland America Experience

Mid-Sized Elegance

Holland America’s mid-sized ships offer the perfect balance – spacious enough for world-class amenities and entertainment, yet intimate enough to deliver personal, attentive service. Enjoy beautifully appointed staterooms, expansive deck spaces, and a refined atmosphere that never feels crowded.

Culinary Council Dining

Savor award-winning cuisine crafted under the guidance of Holland America’s Culinary Council – a team of world-renowned chefs. From Pinnacle Grill’s premium steaks to Tamarind’s pan-Asian flavors, Rudi’s Sel de Mer French classics, and the casual Lido Market, every palate is expertly satisfied.

Enriching Explorations

Visit over 400 ports across all seven continents with Holland America’s EXC (Explorations Central) program. Expert destination talks, curated shore excursions, and immersive cultural experiences ensure every port of call becomes a meaningful chapter in your travel story.

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Our Fleet

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Having sailed Holland America multiple times, our advisors know this line inside and out. Their mid-sized ships carry between approximately 1,000 and 2,700 guests, striking that ideal balance of spacious amenities and an intimate feel where staff remember your preferences. With over 150 years of seafaring heritage, enriching destinations, award-winning dining guided by a Culinary Council of world-renowned chefs, and signature live music venues, it’s a line we consistently recommend to travelers who value elegance, culture, and exceptional service.

Holland America’s “Have It All” package bundles premium experiences at exceptional value. It includes shore excursions in select ports, specialty dining at venues like Pinnacle Grill and Tamarind, a signature beverage package with wines, cocktails, and spirits, and a Wi-Fi surf package. It’s an easy way to enhance your cruise and enjoy more of what Holland America has to offer. When you book through Cruise Help, our expert advisors can help you determine whether the “Have It All” package is the right fit for your voyage – and we’ll secure the best possible rate with our exclusive group pricing.

Holland America offers an impressive range of dining experiences. The Dining Room serves elegant multi-course meals with open seating. Pinnacle Grill features premium steaks and seafood with Pacific Northwest inspiration. Tamarind offers pan-Asian fine dining, while Rudi’s Sel de Mer presents French brasserie cuisine crafted by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin. Nami Sushi (on select ships) serves authentic Japanese sushi. The Lido Market provides casual global flavors, and New York Pizza and Dive-In offer poolside favorites. In-room dining is also available 24 hours a day.

Holland America provides a range of stateroom options to suit every preference and budget. Categories include Interior staterooms, Ocean-View staterooms, Verandah staterooms with private balconies, Signature Suites, and the exclusive Neptune and Pinnacle Suites. Neptune and Pinnacle Suite guests enjoy access to the exclusive Neptune Lounge and concierge service. All staterooms feature the signature Mariner’s Dream bed with plush Euro-top mattresses and premium linens for exceptional comfort.

Music Walk is Holland America’s signature entertainment district featuring world-class live music venues. Lincoln Center Stage presents classical chamber music performed by accomplished musicians. B.B. King’s Blues Club delivers high-energy blues and rock performances by the house band, B.B. King’s All Stars. On select ships, Billboard Onboard brings chart-topping hits to life in an interactive setting. Rolling Stone Rock Room (on Pinnacle-class ships) features live rock music. All Music Walk venues are included in your cruise fare — no cover charges or reservations required.

Holland America visits over 400 ports across all seven continents. Popular destinations include Alaska (where they have over 75 years of expertise), the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canada and New England, Mexico, the Panama Canal, South America, Australia and New Zealand, Asia, and more. Holland America is also renowned for their annual Grand World Voyage — an epic journey spanning multiple months and visiting dozens of countries across several continents.

The Mariner Society is Holland America’s loyalty program for repeat guests. Membership tiers include Star Mariner (1 cruise), 2-Star Mariner (25 days), 3-Star Mariner (75 days), 4-Star Mariner (200 days), and 5-Star Mariner (500 days). Benefits increase with each tier and include onboard credits, exclusive events, priority services, complimentary internet, laundry packages, and more. Our expert advisors at Cruise Help can help you maximize your Mariner Society benefits and plan strategically to reach the next tier.

EXC (Explorations Central) is Holland America’s destination enrichment program designed to deepen your connection with every port of call. It includes EXC Talks (expert lectures on history, culture, and wildlife), EXC Port Guides (curated recommendations for independent exploring), and EXC Tours (immersive shore excursions). The program is available onboard and via the Holland America Navigator app, giving you tools and knowledge to make the most of every destination.

Holland America maintains a smart-casual to dressy atmosphere. Most evenings are “Smart Casual,” meaning collared shirts and slacks for men and dresses, skirts, or pantsuits for women. On select evenings designated as “Dressy,” the atmosphere is more elevated – jackets for men (ties optional) and cocktail attire or elegant dresses for women. The Lido Market and poolside venues maintain a casual dress code throughout the day. The atmosphere is refined and comfortable, never stuffy.

Holland America’s Grand Voyages are extended sailings that span weeks or months, often circumnavigating the globe. The annual Grand World Voyage is a bucket-list experience visiting dozens of countries across multiple continents. These voyages include special amenities like pre-cruise hotel stays, exclusive shoreside events, complimentary laundry service, onboard credits, and a celebratory farewell dinner. Shorter Grand Voyage segments are also available for those who want a taste of the experience without the full commitment.

When you book Holland America through Cruise Help, you get access to exclusive group rates with savings up to 50% off published fares – with just one room. Our team of 23+ expert advisors, many with real cruise ship experience, provides personalized cabin selection advice, itinerary planning, and loyalty program strategy. We perform weekly price monitoring on every booking and automatically adjust your rate if the price drops. Plus, we never charge booking, consultation, or change fees — ever. With 365-day support, you’re never on your own from the moment you inquire to the moment you disembark.

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Experience the timeless elegance and enriching destinations that have defined Holland America for over 150 years. When you’re ready to explore the world in comfort and style, speak with our expert advisors at Cruise Help. Call +1 888-636-3667 or request a quote below. With exclusive group rates, weekly price monitoring, and no fees – ever – your perfect Holland America cruise starts here!