Holland America Cruises
Why you should choose a Holland America cruise
Holland America Line offers a refined yet welcoming style of cruising that suits travellers who enjoy comfort, culture and thoughtful experiences without feeling flashy or overstated. Onboard, mid‑sized ships with elegant design and spacious decks create a relaxed atmosphere where you can savour panoramic views, enjoy live music and enrichment programmes, and unwind with destination‑inspired dining that reflects the places you visit.
At Revells Travel, we recommend Holland America Line because it delivers meaningful journeys that feel both classic and purposeful. Carefully crafted itineraries bring you closer to cultures and landscapes, while the attentive service and quality experiences make it easy to explore the world in style — ideal for travellers who want substance and comfort in equal measure.
Holland America Cruise KEY FACTS
Award‑Winning Service
Known for exceptional hospitality and thoughtfully curated worldwide journeys that captivate curious travellers.
Spacious, Comfortable Ships
Mid‑sized vessels with elegant design, lots of veranda staterooms and room to relax in refined spaces.
Cultural & Enriching Experiences
Deep destination engagement with history‑driven excursions, live music and enrichment programmes.
Life on Board Holland America Cruises
We’ll highlight three popular Holland America ships to give you a clear sense of what to expect. Life on board blends elegant comfort with enriching experiences—spacious staterooms, refined dining, live music, and cultural programmes—making it easy to relax, explore, and enjoy every destination with a sense of style and calm.
MS Rotterdam
Premium Pinnacle‑class flagship blending classic elegance with modern amenities, flexible dining and world‑class music venues. Spacious cabins, diverse restaurants; sails Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal and more. Great for cultured, relaxed cruising.
MS Eurodam
Stylish mid‑size Signature ship with award‑winning dining, live entertainment and deck sports; ideal for Caribbean, Alaska and global itineraries. Elegant design with multiple eateries and enrichment options.
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
Classic Signature‑class vessel with abundant deck space, diverse restaurants and cultural design touches; sails Alaska, Caribbean and Europe with scenic viewing, wildlife and enriching evenings.
Explore some of our favourite Holland America Cruise ITineraries...
Alaska Glacier Discovery (7 days)
A typical 7-day Alaska cruise with Holland America sails from Seattle or Vancouver, calling at ports such as Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway, while cruising through Glacier Bay or Hubbard Glacier. Traveling by cruise is ideal here because the ship provides access to remote natural landscapes that are otherwise hard to reach, with on-board amenities making the experience comfortable. Highlights include whale watching, glacier views, and excursions like dog sledding or hiking in the lush Tongass rainforest.
Best time to visit: May to September offers the warmest weather, longest daylight hours, and optimal wildlife sightings for an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.
Amber Cove & Bahamas (7 days)
Holland America’s 7-day Eastern Caribbean cruise typically departs from Fort Lauderdale or Miami, visiting Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic, Nassau in the Bahamas, and the private island of Half Moon Cay. Cruising allows you to enjoy multiple Caribbean highlights without the hassle of flights between islands, offering pristine beaches, water sports, and cultural excursions. Each port features its own charm, from vibrant local markets to powder-white sand beaches, while the ship provides luxurious relaxation, dining, and entertainment during transit.
Best time to visit: December to April is ideal, with sunny skies, mild humidity, and calm seas for beach activities and island exploration.
Legendary Glaciers & Volcanoes: Alaska to Hawaii (28 days)
This 28-day Holland America voyage spans Alaska to Hawaii, stopping at Alaska ports like Juneau and Glacier Bay, coastal Pacific ports, and tropical Hawaiian islands such as Hilo and Honolulu. Cruising this route is perfect for experiencing dramatic contrasts — icy glaciers, volcanoes, temperate forests, and tropical beaches — without the logistics of multiple flights. Excursions range from glacier trekking to snorkeling in coral reefs, while onboard amenities offer comfort on long ocean days.
Best time to visit: May to September brings optimal weather in Alaska, while Hawaii is enjoyable year-round; summer months balance warm Alaska days with pleasant tropical stops.