"If you had to pick one word to describe the Holland America Line, that word would be "venerable." The line is arguably the most historic and tradition-laden on the seas today. Its first ship, the 1,684-ton Rotterdam, set sail on a voyage between Holland and New York in 1873. "
"Holland America offers some special-touch services not found on other cruise lines. If you're on a warm weather itinerary, you'll find waiters roaming the decks with tall glasses of ice tea or lemonade. In Alaska, you'll warm up on the outside decks with mugs of delicious Dutch pea soup"
Holland America Experience:
Always at the heart of the Holland America experience is a warm and unobtrusive style of service that is never in the way and never out of reach. Expect excellence: we sail with nearly one crew member for every two guests, for the impeccable service that has long defined classic cruising.
On board the ships of Holland America Line you'll discover an experience that is modern, fresh and appealing - in an ambiance that is timeless and refined.
Activities to please all - from the Culinary Arts Center, Explorations Cafe, Fitness Center, Greenhouse Spa to the Youth Center
Discovery, both of new countries and new places within ourselves, is the true spirit of world travel. You'll find worlds of education, activity, enrichment and inspiration onboard Holland America Line ships.