Koningsdam Kicks Off West Coast Cruises and Makes First Call at Catalina Island

On Sunday, Oct. 10, waving flags, cheering team members and a “Welcome Home” sign greeted guests as they joined Koningsdam at the Port of San Diego for our first West Coast departure since the start of the industry-wide pause. Koningsdam is the largest Holland America Line ship to be sailing from the West Coast, and she will spend the season ...

This Must-Do Foodie Tour Highlights the Taco Scene in Ensenada

It's not #TacoTuesday, but it is #NationalTacoDay, and to celebrate we're highlight the most incredible taco shore excursion! In Ensenada, Mexico, guests can indulge in several different kinds of tacos on the "Ensenada Taco Trail: In Partnership with FOOD & WINE Magazine" tour. It's the ultimate gourmet experience for taco-lovers. Recognized by Food & Wine as the birthplace of the ...

Java, Joe and Brew … These Top Tours Explore the World of Coffee

Cup of Joe, coffee or java, not matter what you call it there are some amazing brews produced all over the world. Today is International Coffee Day, and for all of you coffee connoisseurs Holland America Line offers some amazing tours that delve deep into the world of coffee making in ports known for producing some incredible beans. If you're ...

VIDEO: Dr. Brenda Answers Your Top Questions on Our Health Protocols

What are the policies for vaccinated guests? What recommendations do you have for guests traveling internationally? Dr. Brenda Barnetson, senior director of clinical services, answers your top questions on health protocols for Holland America Line cruise departures from the U.S. and Europe. For more details about our TravelWell® health protocols, please visit the Holland America Line website.

Learn to Cook Like a Local on These Five Hands-On Culinary Shore Excursions

Tomorrow is #NationalCookingDay, and the world’s most renowned gastronomic hot spots can be discovered on a Holland America Line cruise. What better way to immerse yourself in a new destination than with an authentic culinary tour and hands-on cooking experience. Explore food, wine and culture on an amazing culinary-themed shore excursion in partnership with FOOD & WINE magazine, or on ...

Don’t Forget to Pack These Five Essential Items for Your Caribbean Cruise

The Caribbean cruising season is quickly approaching, and as we prepare to island-hop among the palm-fringed jewels of the region, there are some packing essentials you'll want to be sure to bring along. These items are in addition to your staples, like clothing, swimsuits, toiletries and flip flops. Whether lounging on the golden beaches of Half Moon Cay or snorkeling ...

Transit the World’s Most Epic Engineering Marvel on Panama Canal Itineraries in 2022-23

The Panama Canal has been called one of humankind’s greatest engineering achievements, and for the 2022-23 cruise season four Holland America Line ships will feature itineraries that include a full transit between Atlantic and Pacific oceans. On board, guests get a front-row seat on the eight-hour daylight journey through the Panama Canal, often cited as a rite-of-passage experience by avid ...

Spring 2022 Return-to-Service Dates Announced for Final Three Ships in the Fleet

By late spring 2022, Holland America Line will have a complete fleet back to cruising with the restart of operations for Noordam, Oosterdam and Westerdam. Noordam will restart with a March 14, 2022, cruise in Japan; Oosterdam will begin cruising May 1 in the Mediterranean, and Westerdam will return to service May 8 in Alaska. The ships will join Eurodam, ...

Video: Holland America Line Welcomes You Back To Cruising

We know that many of our guests and fans have questions about whether your favorite dining and entertainment venues are open right now. The answer is yes! Our current cruises in Alaska and the Mediterranean have all of the Holland America Line hallmarks our guests have come to love and expect. Enjoy this video with a special Welcome Back message and more ...