The exciting lands of red-hot tango; ice-blue glaciers; and lush, green jungle come to life when Holland America Line’s Amsterdam, Koningsdam, Volendam and Zaandam head to South America and Antarctica in 2019–2020. From September 2019 through April 2020, the four ships offer cruises ranging from 14 to 48 days that cover the colorful cultures and… read more of “Four Ships Offer…”
Even on the day when we’re crossing the Panama Canal, I find it hard to give up my routine on Volendam. So here I am in the ship’s well-appointed gym on the Lido deck, after helping myself to more than my fair share of fluffy, perfect-for-the-occasion Panama rolls on the forward deck. But after I… read more of “My Panama Canal…”
Holland America Line has developed a collection of “Legendary Journeys” that immerse our guests in different cultures, exotic locales and more of everything you love about travel. Slightly longer itineraries make it possible to delve deeper, learn something new and enjoy even more leisure time aboard our ships. A more relaxed schedule makes it easier… read more of “Legendary Journeys:…”
If you’re thinking about cruising to Alaska in 2019, look no further than Holland America Line. Next season we will offer 133 cruises and 15 Land+Sea Journey options on eight ships with more visits to Glacier Bay than any other line, the introduction of soft-adventure EXC In-Depth Alaska cruising on Maasdam (stay tuned for a… read more of “Looking to Cruise…”
World Humanitarian Day is observed annually Aug. 19 to pay tribute to the inspirational aid workers who risk their lives every day in the name of humanitarian services, as well as to rally support for people affected by crises around the world. In honor of this special day, we’re sharing five EXC Tours that allow… read more of “Five EXC Tours That…”
Award-winning travel writer Michele Peterson of A Taste for Travel recently sailed on a 14-day Holland America Line Asia cruise aboard Volendam. Considering a journey to the Far East? Read selections from her article to hear her reflections on cruising on Volendam and the unique ports-of-call during her voyage! As we glide in a gondola… read more of “Press Diary:…”
Holland America Line is known for graceful mid-sized ships with a generous amount of personal space for guests as they cruise the world. Some cruisers might be surprised to learn that Holland America extends this roomy cruise experience to the promenade deck on five of our ships: Amsterdam, Maasdam, Rotterdam, Veendam and Volendam with our… read more of “The Lanai: A Unique…”
Holland America Line has added three BBC Earth talents to Volendam’s Oct. 27, 2017, Feature Cruise to Taiwan and Japan. The experts include Creative Director of the BBC Natural History Unit, Dr. Mike Gunton; Ecologist, Natural History Presenter and Writer Mike Dilger; and Digital Producer Sam Hume. While onboard, they will host talks and question-and-answer… read more of “BBC Earth Feature…”
