For centuries, historians and archaeologists have been puzzled over the many mysteries of Stonehenge, the prehistoric monument that took Neolithic builders an estimated 1,500 years to erect. Stonehenge has been called the “world’s most famous prehistoric monument” and has become a key fixture on many traveler’s bucket lists. One of the most special and popular… read more of “Visit One of the…”
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From a private island paradise to penguin-covered icebergs, Holland America Line takes our guests to some of the most exclusive locales in the world. Did you know that not only do we cruise to the most beautiful beaches, monuments and landscapes around the globe, but we also visit places of great cultural, historical and natural… read more of “Culture Vulture?…”
Holland America Line cruises circle the globe visiting all seven continents. From the Arctic Circle to Antarctica, Alaska to Australia, the ships explore every major destination. While ports like Sydney, Australia; Venice, Italy; and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, are well-known cruise calls, did you know there are many destinations we visit that are “off the… read more of “Five Prinsendam…”
During Maasdam’s port of call in Southampton, 48 of Maasdam’s crewmembers got to enjoy a trip to Stonehenge. The great and ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is unique; an exceptional survival from a prehistoric culture. The monument evolved between 3000BC and 1600BC and is aligned with the rising and setting of the sun at the… read more of “Maasdam Crew Tour…”