Holland America Line - General Information
Holland America Line is one of the highest-rated premium cruise lines offering 136 years of history and excellence. Boasting 14 elegant mid-size ships and nearly 500 sailings a year visiting all seven continents, Holland America creates once-in-a-lifetime experiences, every time.
Holland America has continued to deliver its Signature of Excellence by adding a second Signature class ship to their fleet in 2010. Capacity for the new ship, the ms Nieuw Amsterdam, accommodates 2,106 guests and features many outstanding new amenities.
Distinguishing Features
- Voted Best Facilities/Activities by Condé Nast Reader’s Travels Awards 2009
- New lanai category stateroom with lanai doors that open directly onto the walk-around promenade.
- Spa Staterooms located in proximity to the Greenhouse Spa and Salon include special in-room spa amenities provide unmatched relaxation, privacy and serenity.
- Culinary Arts Center cooking demonstrations and specially chosen shore excursions
- New enhancements include a resort-styled aft pool; Mix, a new bar concept with three separate bars-Martinis, Champagne and Spirits & Ales; Canaletto, a complimentary casual Italian restaurant; and the Showroom at Sea, which combines modern stage technology and décor with the ambiance of a glamorous nightclub.
- Mariner Society Rewards Program
What is the Signature of Excellence?
Holland America Line's Tradition of Excellence® requires an ongoing commitment to product and service enhancements.
What does this mean? A HUGE investment in their ships and staff. Over $225 million in the past 5 years.
Enhancements to the overall Holland America Experience focus on five areas:
- spacious, elegant ships and accommodations
- sophisticated five-star dining
- impeccable service levels
- enrichment programs and activities
- a selection of unique worldwide itineraries
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