TravelWhiz by Wendy Orr
Holland America Nieuw Statendam ship at sea elegant design
Ocean Cruise Line

Holland America Line — Signature of Excellence

Signature of excellence — 150 years of seafaring tradition

Founded 187311 shipsSeattle, Washington, USA

About Holland America Line

Holland America Line has been sailing the world's oceans for over 150 years, earning a reputation for gracious service, enriching itineraries, and a sophisticated onboard atmosphere. HAL attracts a discerning, experienced traveller who values destination immersion, culinary excellence, and the art of the sea voyage. The line's Music Walk — a collection of live music venues including Lincoln Center Stage, Billboard Onboard, and B.B. King's Blues Club — is the finest live music programme at sea.

Why Choose Holland America Line?

Holland America is the ideal choice for travellers who want a premium experience with a focus on destination and enrichment. The Culinary Arts Center, Music Walk, and Digital Workshop programmes provide genuine learning experiences. HAL's Grand Voyages and World Cruise itineraries are among the most comprehensive available.

Highlights

  • Music Walk — Lincoln Center Stage, Billboard Onboard, and B.B. King's Blues Club
  • Culinary Arts Center — cooking demonstrations and hands-on classes
  • Alaska's best — Glacier Bay access and naturalist-led programming
  • Grand Voyages and World Cruise itineraries
  • Half Moon Cay — Holland America's private island in the Bahamas
  • 150 years of seafaring tradition and gracious service
Holland America ship elegant interior Grand Dutch Cafe
Holland America Alaska cruise glacier fjord
Holland America Pinnacle Grill fine dining

Featured Ships

Explore the ships that make Holland America Lineone of the world's great cruise lines.

Nieuw Statendam Holland America Pinnacle class ship at sea

Nieuw Statendam

HAL's Pinnacle class flagship — gracious elegance redefined

2,666 guestsBuilt 2018
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Featured Itineraries

Evergreen itineraries — the routes that define Holland America Line.

Holland America Caribbean Half Moon Cay private island beach Bahamas
Caribbean7 nights

7-Night Eastern Caribbean

Half Moon Cay, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, and San Juan

Fort LauderdaleHalf Moon CayGrand TurkSan Juan+1 more
Best time: December through AprilView Itinerary

Wendy's Insider Tips for Holland America Line

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Holland America's Alaska sailings from Seattle are outstanding — the round-trip route allows you to see both the northbound and southbound Inside Passage scenery.

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The Pinnacle Grill is HAL's finest restaurant — book it for a special evening.

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HAL's Collectors' Voyages combine two back-to-back itineraries at a significant discount — ideal for longer holidays.

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The Explorations Central programme provides destination-specific enrichment content throughout the voyage.

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