Last updated on May 12th, 2025
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Holland America Line – Ships & Destinations
Holland America Fleet of 11 mid-sized ships is geared to the upper end of the popular cruise ship market. The older Zaandam and Volendam accept 1,432 passengers. From 2002 to 2006 Holland America launched the Zuiderdam, Oosterdam, Westerdam and Noordam, which all take about 2,000 passengers. In 2008 and 2010 the Eurodam and Nieuw Amsterdam joined the fleet, accepting 2,100 passengers. From 2016 to 2021 the Konigsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam were added with around 2,600 guests.
Holland America Line covers the globe, but the Caribbean is a central focus in winter. In summer, they offer cruises to Alaska combined with land based rail tours to Denali. Summer also sees a repositioning of several ships to Europe.
Main Dining Room
Holland America Line – Guest Profile
- couples and small groups
- focus on guest interest, excellence and tradition
- 43% of passengers have sailed on Holland America before
- Holland America doesn’t concentrate on the family market
Neptune Suite
Holland America Line – Staterooms & Suites
The Pinnacle and Neptune Suites are top of the line accommodation. Holland America also offers Signature, and VistaSuites. Staterooms are available in Verandah, Lanai, Ocean-view and Inside cabins. Lanai Staterooms are accessed directly from the public Promenade Deck on older ships. Check their web site for further information on stateroom and suite amenities.
Singles – The Koningsdam and Nieuw Statendam have 12 dedicated solo cabins with ocean views.
Main Dining Room
Holland America Line – Included Dining
- Main Dining Room – two-story open tiered seating in most Holland America ships.
- Lido Market – buffet
- Dive In – burger grill at the pool
- New York Pizza – poolside
- Grand Dutch Café – free pastries, but charge for specialty coffee.
- 24 Hour Room Service – restricted menu though if you aren’t in a suite.
Pinnacle Grill
Fee Based Specialty Dining
- Pinnacle Grill sets the standard for specialty dining
- Canaletto – Italian
- Tamarind Restaurant – Asian
- Rudi’s Sel de Mer – French
- Nami Sushi
- Morimoto by Sea
Westerdam, Santorini
Vista & Signature Suite Amenities
- Floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Large sitting area
- Whirlpool bath
- Binoculars for use during your voyage
- Choice of firm, medium or soft pillows
- No-host mini-bar
Lido Market
Pinnacle & Neptune Suite Amenities
Everything offered with Vista and Signature Suites, plus:
- In-suite coffee/espresso machine
- Complimentary mimosa with in-suite breakfast
- Complimentary laundry, pressing and dry cleaning
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine at dinner on embarkation day
- Fresh flowers
- King size bed
- Use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge and personal concierge service
- Cocktail party with the Neptune Lounge Concierge
- Club Orange private dining venue
- Breakfast in the Pinnacle Grill5
- Priority check-in/disembarkation
- Priority boarding for tendered ports
- Priority dining and seating requests
Rotterdam Pinnacle Suite, Holland America Line
Amenities Included for All Guests
- Meals at the Main Dining Room, Lido buffet and poolside grill
- Regular coffee and juices
- Afternoon Tea Service
- 24-hour in-room dining
- Entertainment
- Pools & Jacuzzis
- Children’s Programs – for kids 3 – 17 on cruises less than 25 days.
Greenhouse Spa
Holland America Line – Amenities Not Included
- Airfare and airport transfers
- Shore excursions
- Specialty Dining & Gelato
- Tips & Gratuities
- Beverage Packages for sodas, specialty coffee and alcoholic beverages
- Greenhouse Spa and Salon Services
- Internet & wi-fi
- Laundry for most staterooms. Self-serve laundry on some ships.
Grand Dutch Cafe
Have It All Premium Cruise Package
Holland America offers the Have It All Premium Cruise Package on all their voyages. The cost is about $60 per person per day. All people in a stateroom must participate. Have It All includes:
Wifi Surf Package – this is the only way to obtain the entry level internet package on Holland America now. Otherwise you need to purchase the more expensive Premium Wifi or Streaming packages.
Signature Beverage Package – 15 beverages per person per day including wine, beer, spirits and cocktails, plus non-alcoholic options like sodas, mocktails and specialty coffees. This package means you also avoid the 18% gratuity on beverage purchases.
Shore Excursions – $100 per person per week for voyages up to 3 weeks. That’s $600 for a couple on a 3 week voyage. Unfortunately the credit can’t be applied to other uses and any unused portion expires without refund.
Specialty Dining – one specialty dining venue per person per week for up to 3 weeks. The specialty dining venue is chosen by Holland America.
Early Booking Discounts
Holland America offers a number of early booking discounts. For new cruises that are more than a year from sailing, they typically offer prepaid crew appreciation gratuities. At random times throughout the year they will also offer prepaid staff gratuities on under booked voyages.
Early booking discounts often include free upgrades such as Premium Wifi or the Elite Beverage package. These are a terrific marketing strategy on their part, as you have to buy the base level of these services before you can enjoy the free upgrade.
Is Have It All Worth It?
If you buy about 3 drinks each per day and can live with no internet, no specialty dining and no HAL excursions, you will come out ahead if you don’t pay for Have It All. Otherwise you are better off taking the Have It All Premium Cruise Package. Plus early booking with usually get you the Premium Wifi upgrade where you can make video calls home.
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