Through excellence we create once-in-a-lifetime experiences, every time!

It’s our privilege to offer enriching, classic-style cruises that connect you to the world’s most fascinating people, places and cultures.

For more than 140 years, Holland America Line has been a recognized leader in cruising, taking our guests to exotic destinations around the world. If you are looking for some of the most spacious and comfortable ships at sea, award-winning service, five star dining, extensive activities and enrichment programs and compelling worldwide itineraries, you've come to the right place. Holland Americas’ mission: through excellence, we create once-in-a-lifetime experiences, every time.

Today, Holland America Line's fleet of 15 elegant, mid-size ships offers more than 500 sailings a year visiting all seven continents. Cruises include both popular and less-traveled ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mexico, South America, the Panama Canal, Australia, New Zealand and Asia - as well as unique voyages to the Amazon, Antarctica and our extended Grand Voyages. Along with enticing destinations, we offer one-of-a-kind programs such as the Culinary Arts Center cooking demonstrations, Digital Workshop powered by Windows® and The Collections of Holland America Line - specially chosen shore excursions to further enhance our guests' appreciation and understanding of the places they visit.

Holland America Line has a long and proud history of delivering extraordinary vacation experiences, and with our ongoing $500-million Signature of Excellence® commitment, that experience is now better than ever. Signature of Excellence enhancements encompass virtually every area of our ships and range from new facilities and public spaces to added services and amenities.

Innovative programs and superior amenities have consistently placed Holland America among the highest-rated premium cruise lines, earned the prestigious Five Star Diamond Award from The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences and one of the highest rates of repeat guests in the industry.

Holland America Line also continues to set new standards for environmental leadership. Through hard work and dedication, Holland America Line has earned its ISO 14001 certification. As the internationally recognized standard for environmental management, ISO 14001 encompasses virtually every aspect of our ships' operations. Our commitment to it demonstrates our belief that the safeguarding of our guests, crews, ships and the environment in which we live and operate is not only the right thing to do, it is essential to the successful conduct of our business.

As part of her collective social responsibility, the company, employees, and guests have joined together to give back to communities and organizations around the world. Through the Ship to Shelter program, Holland America Line collects valuable and reusable goods from ships for donation to charities serving people in need. Andon February 4, 2013 Holland America Line announced an exciting new onboard philanthropic program called “On Deck for a Cause™.” This noncompetitive 5K fundraising walk is held on every sailing and benefits six international cancer organizations located in the United States, Canada, Australia, Netherlands, Germany and United Kingdom – the primary countries where our guests are from as well as our international homeports. Whether it's donating shipboard items to an orphanage, cleaning up a neighborhood park, or donating money to disaster relief, Holland America Line and its employees share time and resources to make a difference.

The itineraries span the globe with more than 400 ports of call, a number unequalled among premium cruise lines. Some of the new enhancements and exclusive partnerships including BBC earth experiences and Destination Guides in partnership with AFAR. Music walk is available on board with outstanding performances and many more for you to discover.

At your services

Well trained personnel is at your services any time you need with. High crew-to-guest ratio with prompt, attentive service, refined elegance with tasteful touches throughout, smooth embarkation etc.

You very own spacious sanctuary is waiting for you

Your stateroom is a spacious haven of serenity replete with classic comforts and modern amenities.

Refined staterooms, Mariner’s dream bed in every cruise ship of Holland America as well as fully equipped with 100% Egyptian cotton towels, luxurious bathrobes, complimentary fruits and 24 hours room service.

Meet your culinary council

Presenting a who’s who of highly accomplished chefs, working in concert to make your Holland America Line dining experience the finest on all seven seas. Together Holland America Line’s Culinary Council and our own esteemed Executive Chefs present a delicious variety of culinary offerings designed to dazzle and delight. Taste unique dishes in the most luxurious way by dining in our stylish restaurants. Here are some of our finest chefs Rudi Sodamin, Chairman , David Bruke , Jacques Torres, Elizabeth Falkner and many more.

We are proud to share some of the organizations and publications which have honored us with awards and accolades.

Cruise Critic 2016

#1 Preferred Cruise Line
Portrait of Affluent Travelers™ survey: Yesawich, Pepperdine, Brown & Russell

Consistently Among the Highest-rated Cruise Lines
Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards

Highest-rated Premium Cruise Line
Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Travel Awards

International Five Star Diamond Award
The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences

High Deluxe Five-Star-Plus Rating
World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society

Best Overall Cruise Value (21 consecutive years)
World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society, Ocean & Cruise News

Signature of Excellence is a promise from every Holland America Line employee to our guests - a commitment to provide a truly extraordinary experience and tremendous value. We invite you to experience our award-winning service, extraordinary accommodations, five star dining, entertaining onboard activities, and exotic destinations that can only be found on a cruise with Holland America Line.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Milford Sound-, Port chalmers, Timaru, Picton, Wellington, Napier, Tauranga, Auckland

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