{"id":82575,"date":"2025-06-26T09:00:08","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T16:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=82575"},"modified":"2025-06-26T09:00:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T16:00:08","slug":"from-large-to-small-choosing-your-holland-america-cruise-ship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/whats-new\/fleet-features\/from-large-to-small-choosing-your-holland-america-cruise-ship\/","title":{"rendered":"From Large to Small, Choosing Your Ideal Holland America Cruise Ship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 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-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:20px;--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-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">The Perfect Balance: Why Mid-Sized Cruise Ships Are Just Right<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>All of Holland America\u2019s mid-sized ships offer the ideal blend of small-ship intimacy and large-ship amenities. Think of it as the \u201cGoldilocks of cruising\u201d: not too big, not too small \u2014 just right. While all our ships feature sophisticated d\u00e9cor, spacious staterooms, and European-inspired design, each of our four ship classes offers a slightly different experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><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=\"A smaller Holland America cruise ship moving through the Panama Canal.\" title=\"SEO Blog_ Small vs. Mid-Sized Cruise Ships_Ship in Scale\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Ship-in-Scale.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Ship-in-Scale-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Ship-in-Scale-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Ship-in-Scale-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Ship-in-Scale-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Ship-in-Scale.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Choosing Your Ideal Ship Size<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><blockquote>\n<p>With 11 ships carrying between 1,432\u20132,668 guests, our fleet provides an uncrowded experience and more room at the rail.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Pinnacle Class: Largest Ships<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><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=\"A performer singing in the mic with the BB Kings Blues Club sign in the background and other.\" title=\"SEO Blog_ Small vs. Mid-Sized Cruise Ships_Onboard Entertainment\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Onboard-Entertainment.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Onboard-Entertainment-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Onboard-Entertainment-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Onboard-Entertainment-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Onboard-Entertainment-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_Onboard-Entertainment.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><ul>\n<li><b>Ships:<\/b> Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Koningsdam<\/li>\n<li><b>Capacity:<\/b> About 2,650 guests<\/li>\n<li><b>Highlights:<\/b> Newest and largest ships; highest number of Specialty Dining and entertainment venues including Tamarind, Gelato, the Grand Dutch Caf\u00e9, and B.B. King\u2019s Blues Club.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Signature Class<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><ul>\n<li><b>Ships:<\/b> Nieuw Amsterdam, Eurodam<\/li>\n<li><b>Capacity:<\/b> About 2,100 guests<\/li>\n<li><b>Highlights:<\/b> Morimoto by Sea restaurant on board Nieuw Amsterdam; High Score! family game room; Tamarind Specialty Dining venue; entertainment by Third Avenue West.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 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-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-background-color:#dce3eb;--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:20px;--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-text fusion-text-5 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:center;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-right:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-left:0px;\"><p><em>Ready to experience our perfectly sized ships? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/find-a-cruise?xid=EXTHBG20250626ELJ2JPWB2C\">Find your next cruise<\/a>.<\/em><\/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-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:20px;--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-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Vista Class<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><ul>\n<li><b>Ships:<\/b> Noordam, Westerdam, Oosterdam, Zuiderdam<\/li>\n<li><b>Capacity:<\/b> About 1,900 guests<\/li>\n<li><b>Highlights:<\/b> Smaller than Signature and Pinnacle Class ships; entertainment by Third Avenue West; High Score! family game room on board Oosterdam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">\u201cR\u201d Class: Smallest Ships<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><ul>\n<li><b>Ships:<\/b> Volendam, Zaandam<\/li>\n<li><b>Capacity:<\/b> About 1,430 guests<\/li>\n<li><b>Highlights:<\/b> MIX piano bar; Grand Voyages and longer itineraries; access to smaller ports (such as Montr\u00e9al) beyond the reach of megaships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 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-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:20px;--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-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">What You\u2019ll Find on Every Ship<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><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=\"Two adults on the deck of a Holland America cruise ship gazing at each other.\" title=\"SEO Blog_ Small vs. Mid-Sized Cruise Ships_People Relaxing\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_People-Relaxing.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_People-Relaxing-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_People-Relaxing-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_People-Relaxing-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_People-Relaxing-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SEO-Blog_-Small-vs.-Mid-Sized-Cruise-Ships_People-Relaxing.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p>Regardless of size, every Holland America ship offers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>A Relaxing, Intimate Atmosphere:<\/b><br \/>\nSpacious open decks, quiet lounges, and elegant public areas \u2014 refreshingly free of amusement parks.<\/li>\n<li><b>Destination Dining\u2122:<\/b><br \/>\nWith local ingredients sourced directly from port to plate, our Destination Dining\u2122 tells the story of each region through its unique flavors. Find out more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/dining?xid=EXTHBG20250626Y5PFOZ7JIJ\">onboard dining<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Activities &amp; Entertainment:<\/b><br \/>\nFrom trivia and live music to destination experts, your days and nights are filled with unforgettable experiences. Find out more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/activities?xid=EXTHBG20250626S1F1JB9OGX\">activities<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/entertainment?xid=EXTHBG20250626UEYKM8WMFY\">entertainment<\/a> on board our ships.<\/li>\n<li><b>Wellness &amp; Recreation:<\/b><br \/>\nRejuvenate your senses at sea with our onboard pools, Spa &amp; Salon, Fitness Center, and Retreat and Lido cabanas.<\/li>\n<li><b>Exceptional Service:<\/b><br \/>\nOur 1:2 crew-to-guest ratio ensures that every moment on board is filled with care and connection.<\/li>\n<li><b>Spacious Accommodations:<\/b><br \/>\nThoughtfully designed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/suites-staterooms?xid=EXTHBG20250626JE0ZZRS204\">suites and staterooms<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Access to Spectacular Destinations<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>Our perfectly sized ships can weave through narrow waterways with ease. Here are a few of our spectacular scenic cruising experiences:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/alaska-cruises\/alaska-yukon-ports\/glacier-bay-gb1?xid=EXTHBG20250626L8HT8CSF03\">Alaska\u2019s Inside Passage<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Alaska\u2019s Glacier Bay National Park &amp; Preserve<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>Norwegian &amp; Icelandic fjords<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/panama-canal-cruises?xid=EXTHBG20250626AD6JI401IL\">The Panama Canal<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/canada-new-england-cruises\/canada-new-england-ports\/saint-lawrence-river-cruising-209?xid=EXTHBG202506268WO4SR3D4N\">Canada\u2019s St. Lawrence River<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Montenegro\u2019s Bay of Kotor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Find Your Perfect Fit<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p>With each of our 11 ships offering a unique blend of size, style, and service, there\u2019s one that\u2019s just right for you. Whether you desire the variety of a larger ship or the intimacy of a small ship, you\u2019ll find comfort, elegance, and personalized service on board.<\/p>\n<p>Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-ships?xid=EXTHBG20250626991P3T5PFU\">mid-sized cruise ships<\/a> and find your perfect match.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center\" style=\"margin:0;\">Access Exclusive Deals &amp; More<\/h3><\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/sign-up?xid=EXTHBG20250626X5KU22D1GO \"><span class=\"fusion-button-text\">Sign Up<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1993,"featured_media":82594,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[33,43,39],"tags":[4229,4304],"class_list":["post-82575","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cruise-planning","category-fleet-features","category-life-on-board","tag-cruise-ships","tag-small-ship-cruising"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82575","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1993"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=82575"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82575\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82617,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82575\/revisions\/82617"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82594"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=82575"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=82575"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=82575"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}