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With the introduction of the 1,918 passenger ms Noordam in February 2006, Holland America Line’s fleet grew to 13 ships, offering nearly 500 cruises from more than 25 home ports. Itineraries range from two to 108 days, and visit all seven continents and all of Travel + Leisure magazine’s “Top 25 Cruise Destinations.” The ms Noordam will also offer Caribbean sailings in the winter from new homeport New York City. Holland America Line’s $225 million, fleet wide Signature of Excellence enhancements include the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine — a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts provide cooking demonstrations and classes, Explorations Café powered by the New York Times, teens-only activity areas, new stateroom amenities including flat-panel TVs and plush-top Mariner’s Dream Beds. Holland America Line’s $225 million, fleet wide Signature of Excellence enhancements include the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine — a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts will provide cooking demonstrations and classes, Explorations Café powered by the New York Times, teens-only activity areas, new stateroom amenities including flat-panel TVs and plush-top Mariner’s Dream Beds.
Winner of 13 consecutive “Best Overall Cruise Value” awards from the World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society, the highest-rated premium cruise line year after year in Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Survey and Travel + Leisure magazine's "World's Best" awards, Holland America Line excels in service, amenities and special programs. Known for consistent and attentive service, its ships have one of the highest staff-members-to-guest ratios. Spacious staterooms average 25 percent larger and verandahs twice as large as those on other lines' ships. Menus are among the most extensive at sea. Dining choices include formal elegance, intimate specialty dining, casual fare and complimentary 24-hour room service. Winner of 13 consecutive “Best Overall Cruise Value” awards from the World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society, the highest-rated premium cruise line year after year in Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Survey and Travel & Leisure magazine's "World's Best" awards, Holland America Line excels in service, amenities and special programs. Known for consistent and attentive service, its ships have one of the highest staff-members-to-guest ratios. Spacious staterooms average 25 percent larger and verandahs twice as large as those on other lines' ships. Menus are among the most extensive at sea. Dining choices include formal elegance, alternative specialty dining in, casual fare and complimentary 24-hour room service.
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Holland America Ships | Holland America Payments and Refunds Policy | Holland America Kids Program | Holland America Dining Policy | Holland America Wine List |
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Southern Africa
Alaska
Antarctica
Australia / New Zealand
Bahamas
Baltic / Russia
Black Sea
British Isles / Ireland
Canary Island / North Africa
Caribbean
Central America
Western Europe
Far East / Orient
Hawaii
India
Eastern Mediterranean / Aegean
Western Mediterranean
Southeast Mediterranean
Mexico
New England / Canada
Northeast US Coast
Panama Canal
Red Sea / Suez Canal
Amazon River
Scandinavia / North Cape
South America
South Pacific / Tahiti
Southeast Asia
Transatlantic
Transpacific
West Coast
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Air/Sea Packages: YES
Ground Transfer Arrangements: YES
Shore Excursion Advance Bookings: YES
Minimum Age for Infant/Toddler Accompanied by Parent or Guardian: 3 months
Minimum Age Unaccompanied by an Adult: 21 years
Reduced Third/ Fourth Berth Rates: YES
Cancellation Penalty: For most cruises and cruisetours, a full refund (except for amounts paid for Cancellation Protection Plan) will be made for written cancellations received by Holland America, 300 Elliott Ave. West, Seattle, WA 98119 at least 76 days before the date on which you are to commence travel (by air, rail, sea or otherwise). Passengers who cancel after that date for any reason, including medical or family reasons, are subject to the following per-person cancellation fees: 75-57 days before commencing travel: an amount equal to deposit requirement; 56-29 days before commencing travel: 50% of gross fare; 28-16 days before commencing travel: 75% of gross fare; 15 days or less before commencing travel: 100% of gross fare. For certain cruises and cruisetours, different cancellation policies apply. Please consult the brochure for your cruise or cruisetour to confirm the applicable cancellation policy. E-brochures may be found online at www.hollandamerica.com
Single Supplement: 140-200
Singles Program: YES
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TV / Radio
In-Stateroom Movies
Private Safe
VCR
DVD Player
Direct Dial Phone
Hair Dryer
Minibar/Refrigerator
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Traditional Seating
Open Seating Dining
Formal Nights
Specialty / Alternative Dining
Coffeehouse
24 - Hour Dining Options
Note: Special Dietary Needs on request, advance notice required.
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 Reduced Family Rate
Family Cabins
Babysitting
Cribs
Cartoons
Games / Contests
 Educational Programs / Classes
Organized Children's Parties
Children's Movies
Children's Playroom
Organized Age Specific Activities
Youth Counselors
Teen Counselors
Teen Center or Disco
Children's Pool
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Holland America Payments & Refunds Policy
To reserve your cabin and lock in the final price, you will be required to place a deposit on your cruise. Holland America calculates your deposit based on region, ship, length of itinerary and sailing date. The deposit can range from $350 to $2900. Please call your MyGreatTrip.com cruise counselor for a final quote on your deposit. After you have placed a deposit to secure your reservation, you will be asked to pay the remaining balance of your fare at the final payment due date.
Deposit and Final Payment
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| $350 to $2900 per person |
75 days prior to sailing |
Holland America accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover Card.
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refund policies vary by cruise line, with penalties generally increasing as the sailing date approaches. If a cancellation occurs, the following charges will be assessed:
| Cruise Length |
Days Prior To Sailing Date |
Cancellation Charge |
| Alaska Cruises/Cruise Tours 2007 & 2008 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Australia/New Zealand Cruises 2007 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Australia/New Zealand Cruises 2008 |
91 days or more
90 - 64 days
63 - 43 days
42 - 22 days
21 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Canada/New England Cruises 2007 & 2008 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Caribbean Cruises 2007 & 2008 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Coastals/Pacific Northwest Cruises 2007 & 2008 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Europe Cruises 2007 & 2008 (10-28 days in length) |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Europe Cruises 2007 & 2008 (29 days or longer) |
121 days or more
120 - 91 days
90 - 76 days
75 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
60% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Hawaii Cruises 2007 & 2008 (7-28 days in length) |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Hawaii Cruises 2007 & 2008 (29 days or longer) |
121 days or more
120 - 91 days
90 - 76 days
75 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
60% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Mexico Cruises 2007 & 2008 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Panama Canal Cruises 2007 & 2008 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| South America Cruises 2007 |
76 days or more
75 - 57 days
56 - 29 days
28 - 16 days
15 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| South America Cruises 2008 |
91 days or more
90 - 64 days
63 - 43 days
42 - 22 days
21 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
| Holiday Sailings |
91 days or more
90 - 64 days
63 - 43 days
42 - 22 days
21 days or less |
Full refund
Entire deposit
50% of full fare
75% of full fare
100% of full fare |
Cruise lines do not refund in the event of "no shows," or interruption or cancellation by the guest after the start of the cruise. Please notify your MyGreatTrip.com cruise counselor immediately of any cancellations or changes. The above charges do not include cancellation or change fees which may be applied by air carriers, hotels and/or other independent service suppliers. The purchase of trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. For more information on insurance, click here.
Timetables and rates are subject to change, and exceptions may apply for holiday sailings. Flash promotions require full payment at time of booking, are non-transferable and non-refundable, and are not protected if you cancel. Deposit, payment and cancellation terms differ for group bookings; please confirm payment and cancellation policies with your MyGreatTrip.com cruise counselor. Changes to names or departure dates are subject to the cruise lines' discretion and may incur cancellation penalties.
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Holland America Kids Program
Holland America encourages you to bring the kids and make it a family cruise. Thanks to Club HAL®, a special program that offers oceans of fun for guests 3 through 17, the entire family can have the vacation of their dreams.
It all begins with a special Welcome Aboard meeting the first night of the cruise with the Club HAL youth coordinator and continues throughout the cruise with a dedicated daily youth program filled with fun. Each participant receives a Club HAL t-shirt. Activities are offered for kids (ages 3-7), 'tweens (ages 8-12), and teens (ages 13-17). HAL Youth program activities are designed to be age appropriate. An activity schedule for each age group will be delivered to your stateroom each evening. Here is a sampling of activities offered for each age group:
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The Perfect Club for
Kids of All Ages
Holland America Line
Bring your family on a spectacular Holland America Line cruise to places like the Caribbean, Alaska or Europe. It's as if you're getting two vacations in one - one for you and one for your kids.
That's because with the Club HAL activity program, kids will feel as if they're on a ship catering just to them. For starters, each cruise comes with its own youth coordinator. These are professionals dedicated to making sure your kids enjoy themselves to the fullest. There's also a youth-only video arcade, indoor and outdoor pools and special fitness programs. There's even a customized menu, featuring all-time favorites like grilled cheese sandwiches, pizza, hamburgers, spaghetti and ice cream sundaes.
In short, Club HAL offers kids everything they need to have the time of their lives.
Endless activities on board . . .
Maybe your kids will enjoy movies and pizza tonight. Join in on a ping pong tournament or be a star at karaoke. There's so much to do. And to be sure they don't miss a thing, they'll find a full list of each day's activities printed on a Club HAL news bulletin delivered right to their stateroom each day.
No matter what activities your kids choose, it's all supervised. So you don't need to worry about a thing. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the best Holland America has to offer.
You'll find the staterooms are quite spacious and large enough to accommodate your entire family comfortably. And if you're traveling with infants or toddlers, you'll appreciate the complimentary diapers, baby formula and baby food. We even offer baby-sitting service on request, making it easy for you to go dancing, take in a show or visit the casino.
Holland America's Ryndam, Rotterdam and Zaandam have enhanced children's programs that start as young as age three.
. . . and on shore.
The fun doesn't stop once you reach land, either. If your destination is the Caribbean, your kids will have the chance to build sandcastles on a white-sand beach or go snorkeling in crystal blue tropical waters.
Cruise with us to Alaska, and kids can enjoy a wide range of exclusive shore excursions. They can hike up one of Juneau's backyard mountains, fly in a float plane in Ketchikan, see bald eagles in Sitka, and take a hay wagon ride in Skagway.
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Ages 3 - 5
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Storytelling
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Indoor Games
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Arts & Crafts
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Kids' Olympics
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Card Games
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Ice Cream Parties
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T-shirt Painting
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Puzzles
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Candy Bar Bingo
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Sing-Alongs
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Ages 5 - 8
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Storytelling
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Indoor Games
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Arts & Crafts
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Kids' Olympics
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Card Games
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Ice Cream Parties
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T-shirt Painting
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Puzzles
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Candy Bar Bingo
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Golf Putting
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Disco Parties
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T-Shirt Painting
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Deck Sports
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Tween Olympics
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Ping Pong
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Movies
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Candy Bar Bingo
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Karaoke
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Video Games
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Pizza Parties
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Teens
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Teen Disco
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Video Games
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Teen Sports
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Card Games
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T-shirt Painting
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Trivia Contests
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Teen Olympics
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Movies
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