{"id":71354,"date":"2023-08-24T07:00:35","date_gmt":"2023-08-24T14:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=71354"},"modified":"2023-09-28T12:06:16","modified_gmt":"2023-09-28T19:06:16","slug":"how-to-make-the-most-of-a-europe-cruise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/travel-inspiration\/how-to-make-the-most-of-a-europe-cruise\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make the Most of a Europe Cruise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\">From Northern Europe\u2019s majestic fjords and castles to the Mediterranean\u2019s <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\">sun-soaked sands and the Holy Land, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\">an epic cruise awaits you with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW251889987 BCX0\">Holland<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\"> America Line. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\">Here\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\"> how you can make the most of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/europe-cruises\">Europe cruise<\/a> vacation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251889987 BCX0\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW251889987 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose Your Adventure and See the World from Your Doorstep<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Northern Europe<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you\u2019re a fan of fairytales or scenic coastlines, a cruise to Europe can work wonders for adventurers with wanderlust. Just choose the cruise that\u2019s calling your name. Dreaming of castles and medieval towns? Enjoy the beauty of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/united-kingdom-cruises\">British Isles<\/a>. Soak up the sights of the fjords in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/iceland-cruises\">Iceland<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/norway-cruises\">Norway<\/a>. Travel the path of the Vikings. Turn a dream into reality with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/northern-europe-cruises\">Northern Europe<\/a> cruise.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mediterranean<\/span><\/i><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sun-kissed beaches. Charming coasts. Landmarks that grace the pages of history books. If you\u2019re captivated by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/recent-articles\/travel-inspiration\/discover-the-charms-of-portugals-coastal-towns\/\">coastal towns of Portugal<\/a>, a romantic gondola ride in Venice, climbing the steps to the Acropolis in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/mediterranean-europe-cruises\/europe-mediterranean-ports\/piraeus-athens-greece-ath\">Athens<\/a> or visiting sacred sites in the Holy Land, then a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/mediterranean-europe-cruises\">Mediterranean cruise<\/a> may be the adventure to choose.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Green garden with purple and orange flowers behind castle.\" title=\"Cawdor Castle\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cawdor-castle-scotland-1.webp\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-71706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cawdor-castle-scotland-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cawdor-castle-scotland-1-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cawdor-castle-scotland-1-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cawdor-castle-scotland-1-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cawdor-castle-scotland-1.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h6 class=\"wp-caption-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Enjoy views of castles in the British Isles, like <\/em><em>Cawdor Castle in Scotland.\u00a0<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Soak Up the Experience\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">Don\u2019t just revel at breathtaking sights \u2013 experience them by going deeper into destinations and immersing yourself in the culture. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">Explore <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">more than 100 World Heritage site<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">s across <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW192352549 BCX0\">all of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\"> our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/europe-cruises\">Europe<\/a> itineraries \u2013 sites that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">represent<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\"> the best of human heritage and the natural world. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">Take a guided tour in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">ancient cities to learn about their history and influence on civilizations around the globe. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">Venture out on <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">the best hiking trails through <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">fjords.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\"> Stroll the streets of romantic cities full of art, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">dancing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\"> and serenades. Indulge in local European cuisine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">, share a toast at a local pub or get lost in the aroma of fresh java in a charming caf\u00e9. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">Consider the many different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/shore-excursions\">shore excursions<\/a> you could <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\">go on<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192352549 BCX0\"> to explore the best of Europe.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW192352549 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"View of purple flowers and green hillside along blue ocean shore where boats are sailing.\" title=\"French Riviera\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/french-riviera-views.webp\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-71708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/french-riviera-views-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/french-riviera-views-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/french-riviera-views-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/french-riviera-views-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/french-riviera-views.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h6 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Soak up the sun on the French Riviera.<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extend the Journey<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cruising with Holland America Line to incredible destinations in Europe means making the most of its hidden treasures with more late-night and overnight stays in popular ports. It also means having the opportunity for an extended journey if seven days just isn\u2019t enough. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cue <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/transatlantic-europe-cruises\">transatlantic<\/a> crossings from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/caribbean-cruises\/caribbean-ports\/fort-lauderdale-florida-us-fll\">Fort Lauderdale<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/mediterranean-europe-cruises\/europe-mediterranean-ports\/civitavecchia-rome-italy-rom\">Rome<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/northern-europe-cruises\/europe-northern-ports\/rotterdam-the-netherlands-rtm\">Rotterdam<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/mediterranean-europe-cruises\/europe-mediterranean-ports\/barcelona-spain-bcn\">Barcelona<\/a>. With transatlantic journeys, you can immerse yourself in the elegance of ocean travel, enjoying the ambiance of remote islands and incredible coastlines before taking to open Atlantic waters. You can also turn sea days into \u201cme days\u201d by indulging in an endless array of spa services, entertainment offerings and award-winning dining options aboard our perfectly sized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-ships\">ships<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking for more? Consider expanding on our thoughtfully curated voyages with Collectors\u2019 Voyages \u2013 unique itineraries that combine back-to-back sailings into one seamless journey.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Small boats sail along the shoreline with bird flying overhead.\" title=\"Venice, Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/venice-italy-gondolas.webp\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-71710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/venice-italy-gondolas-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/venice-italy-gondolas-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/venice-italy-gondolas-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/venice-italy-gondolas-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/venice-italy-gondolas.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h6 class=\"wp-caption-text\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Relish the sights of Venice on a gondola ride.<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have It All<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\">Maximize<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\"> your great getaway<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\"> by <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\">receiv<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\"> our most popular amenities <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\">through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-deals\/have-it-all\">Have It All<\/a> premium package. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\"> forget to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228671650 BCX0\"> explore other offers and deals that could be available to you at the time of your booking, helping you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/recent-articles\/cruise-planning\/have-it-all-how-to-level-up-your-cruise-vacation\/\">level up your cruise vacation<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW228671650 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-9 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Crowd visits ancient stone landmark with surrounding buildings and temples while sun sets.\" title=\"Holy Land\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/holy-land-views.webp\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-71711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/holy-land-views-300x169.webp 300w, 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fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW188937653 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188937653 BCX0\">Ready to set sail on an epic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/europe-cruises\">Europe cruise<\/a>? 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