Holland America Cruise Line

Launched in the 1870s when the original Rotterdam made its inaugural trans-Atlantic crossing from Rotterdam to New York, the Holland America Line as it is known today is one of the oldest companies in the passenger shipping business. A major player in Alaska through its subsidiary Westours, HAL was acquired by Carnival Corporation in 1989. Up to now, the company has offered its premium cruises on mid-sized ships, but as part of an ambitious newbuilding program five new 84,000 gt superliners will enter service with Holland America until 2006.

• Faye Paul  Statendam  Panama Canal

  The Canal is the real point of this 2 week itinerary. It is one day but well worth the wait to see one of the wonders of the world. Ship had been updated so was looking very nice. It is a... read more

• Helen Sladek  Veendam  South America

  My experience on this ship was very good. My reason for writing my comments is on the shore excursions offered by Holland America on this ship. All of the excursion were grossly over priced and not... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Maureen Norgate  Westerdam  Caribbean

  Summarizing our holiday I would say we had a good time but will not use HAL again. In our opinion not up to five star prices. Would suit families who like cruising and on a limited budget. I... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Neil  Volendam  Asia Singapore to Kobe

  Lies from Holland America LIES on a 28 day cruise with Holland America(HAL) Volendam. Feb 4-March 4 2013 Stateroom requested Suite G2706 ... Paid $3850 per person march 2012... read more

  14 users found this review helpful.
• Paul Murray  Noordam  SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN

  Dinning room seating: Negative When we booked initially, we were unable to get first seating (5:45) and were wait listed. Our travel agent suggested we try back on the day the final... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Denise Mouter  Eurodam  Eastern Caribbean

  First and certainly not last cruise. We were well looked after from the minute we arrived to leaving. The Stateroom staff were always friendly and obliging. Waiters very attentive. ... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• GEORGE  Oosterdam  SOUTH PACIFIC

  THIS COMPANY HAS DONE A VERY GOOD JOB OF SELF PRAISE,HENCE OUR BOOKING ONE OF THEIR CRUISES.HOWEVER THE REALITY WAS NOT UP TO EXPECTATIONS. FOOD , VERY AVERAGE TO BORING SERVICE, OK BUT STAFF... read more

  6 users found this review helpful.
• Fred Miller  Rotterdam  Rotterdam-Canary Islands

  What would you do if your cruise line lost your bag between their transit bus from the airport to the ship? If it`s Holland America, get used to disposable underwear, borrowed shorts and a... read more

  7 users found this review helpful.
• sharon  Nieuw Amsterdam  Western Caribbean

  The desk staff is extremely well educated in how to say "NO". I had to get a room on my own since my roommate was sick with 105 degree fever & flu. Instead of quarantining her to the medical... read more

• Nora  Amsterdam  Caribbean

  This was a bad cruise! Cabin 1804 and 3388 noisy and uncomfortable. Entertainment very bad and no guest lectures. Staff great and food OK. It was good but could have been a little more... read more

  6 users found this review helpful.
• Jacqueline  Nieuw Amsterdam  Eastern Caribbean

  A cold day in HAL before we cruise again! It was our first cruise and although i will "never say never" it will at least be our last on HAL!!! The emergency alarm even went off due to an... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Henry H  Noordam  Mediterranean Adventure

  Having had just over a year contemplating what my wife and I experienced last year on our first (and possibly last) cruise, I would have to say that I would have never have booked a 20 day cruise,... read more

  17 users found this review helpful.
• Ralph Girard  Amsterdam  Mediterranean

  This was our first cruise, and it was wonderful. We are a senior couple, but the ship was a mix of people of all ages. We enjoyed the company of several other couples. Our cabin (we had a... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Ralph Girard  Amsterdam  Mediterranean

  This was our first cruise, and it was wonderful. We are a senior couple, but the ship was a mix of people of all ages. We enjoyed the company of several other couples. Our cabin (we had a... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• Henry  Noordam  Rome

  Having had just over a year contemplating what my wife and I experienced last year on our first (and possibly last) cruise, I would have to say that I would have never have booked a 20 day cruise,... read more

  7 users found this review helpful.
• Henry  Noordam  Rome

  Having had just over a year contemplating what my wife and I experienced last year on our first (and possibly last) cruise, I would have to say that I would have never have booked a 20 day cruise,... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Janis Hatcher  Amsterdam  Around the world

  I booked an around the world cruise through Vacations to Go as my retirement gift after 27 years of military service. I boarded the Amsterdam in Florida on Jan 6 and returned to Florida on Apr 28,... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Catherine  Westerdam  Alaska

  Lovely Holland America cruise through amazing locations absolutely RUINED by a single onboard jewelry purchase. Food was hit or miss, mostly mediocre. Cabin was very nice ... read more

  26 users found this review helpful.
• John  Volendam  Alaska from Vancouver

  This was our first cruise, and was part of a longer four week stay in Canada. Friends who have been cruising always get excited when talking about cruising, but we were distinctly... read more

  23 users found this review helpful.
• Terrylea Carlisle-Fink  Zuiderdam  Alaska

  Wow! What a fantastic experience! The entire crew from stewards to entertainers to the cruise director were all so very professional and friendly! Their service was extraordinary! The food... read more

  32 users found this review helpful.
• Adam  Westerdam  Alaska

  This was the worst cruise I've been on by far. Ever since being acquired by Carnival, Holland-America line has been steadily declining. This was my second HAL cruise. 6 years ago, I cruised on... read more

  16 users found this review helpful.
• Mary Yancey  Oosterdam  Alaska

  We truly enjoyed visiting the four ports in Alaska and Canada which included Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan and Victoria. The ship was roomy and nicely decorated a la Vegas style. We especially loved the... read more

  12 users found this review helpful.
• Mary Yancey  Oosterdam  Alaska

  We truly enjoyed visiting the four ports in Alaska and Canada which included Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan and Victoria. The ship was roomy and nicely decorated a la Vegas style. We especially loved the... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Mary Yancey  Oosterdam  Alaska

  We truly enjoyed visiting the four ports in Alaska and Canada which included Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan and Victoria. The ship was roomy and nicely decorated a la Vegas style. We especially loved the... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Jim Thornton  Maasdam  USA to Canada

  SHIP - The Maasdam is one of the mid sized ships of HAL, which has 10 decks with two groups of four inside elevators, located near the bow and the stern of the ship. The ship has 972 cabins for... read more

  11 users found this review helpful.