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.

• GARRY ASHBY  Zuiderdam  Panama Canal

  Once again Holland America provided exceptional value. After a previous cruise on a competitor (NCL) this cruise was like "Coming Home". The dining roon staff were outstanding; hot food, well... read more

  10 users found this review helpful.
• GARRY ASHBY  Zuiderdam  Panama Canal

  Once again Holland American provided exceptional value. After a previous cruise on a competitor (NCL) this cruise was like "Coming Home". The dining roon staff were outstanding; hot food, well... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• Janice Shabra  Rotterdam  Hawaii

  A disappointment..... Being a former travel agent, Holland America always had a very reputable name. Something happened! The Christmas/New Years cruise on the Rotterdam was predominantly Holland... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• margaretstewart  Zaandam  new zealand

  The cruise was okay the shore excusions were good apart from the taste of wellington it was absolutely disgusting and a complete waste of money and time. The cost was $159 each and for that we... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• Jacqueline Sharman  Oosterdam  Hawaii

  We have just returned from a cruise to Hawaii on the Oosterdam. This ship is a beautiful but I am afraid there is little to do aboard not many activities unless you want to be in the fitness centre... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Thomas Casaro  Westerdam  Hawaii and Tahiti

  This cruise was like a floating Assisted Living facility. Average age of passengers was close to 80, with entertainment geared toward that age group. If you are in your 60's or younger, you... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• Jonathan and Joanne  Noordam  Southern and Eastern Caribbean

  Magnificent crew, ship and food. Of the other cruiselines I've been on, HAL has the best food I've had the pleasure to partake. Almost unbelievable how they can produce such mouth-watering food... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Mark McAndrew  Volendam  Australia and New Zealand

  It was very enjoyable(except for an illness occurring for a few days). Excellent staff who managed cabins, food and enquiries. Excellent guest artists and very good HAL contracted artists. ... read more

  11 users found this review helpful.
• Kurt  Veendam  Bermuda

  The Good: The service on the ship was excellent with professional and friendly staff. When one of my daughters left dinner to go back to the room as she was a bit queasy, the waiter sent broth... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Jamal Al Wakeel  Noordam  Rome Civitavecchia

  I am one of the attendee of Family Medicine Conference; a 10-Night Roman Empire Cruise Conference from Rome, Italy; conducted by CME Cruise Conference which was held on October 5 - 15, 2011. The... read more

  12 users found this review helpful.
• VoltaSD  Eurodam  Eastern Caribbean

  Eurodam is a three year old. very well maintained ship. It is well maintained, and offers an extremely courteous and well trained staff. This 7-day itinerary is directed to people who want... read more

  30 users found this review helpful.
• Bob Hewat  Zuiderdam  Ft Lauderdale to Vancouver

  This was our 50th wedding anniversary gift to each other. What a wonderful way to celebrate this special occasion. There were no negatives only positive items. Our verandah stateroom was the best... read more

  17 users found this review helpful.
• Bill Giauque  Maasdam  Montreal to Boston

  This is my fifth cruise, each with a different line. Previously I have cruised with Princess, Costa, Orient, Norwegian, and Vantage. Our party consisted of me and my wife, my son and his wife... read more

  20 users found this review helpful.
• Bill McFarlane  Westerdam  Pacific Coast Van to San Diego

  This was the worst cruise of the ten we have taken over the years! Weather which was of course beyond the cruise line's control forced closure of all swimming pools and hot tubs and prevented the... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Gigi  Statendam  Angrage to Vancouver

  If you are not 75 years old, it is better take another cruise. The ship is very organized to board and leave the ship, but the entertainment is fit most seniors test. Most I want to let... read more

  5 users found this review helpful.
• Rick  Noordam  eastern med

  Our room had a terrible sewage smell for much of the cruise. I reported it twice. The first time the steward notified engineering and engineering said it was the stewards problem. The smell was... read more

  14 users found this review helpful.
• Phil Haggerty  Eurodam  Transatlantic

  This cruise had an exciting itinerary and many great stops. Pretty good, but not gourmet One of the best ever Weak Book your own online as we did, or use other... read more

  15 users found this review helpful.
• Bob  Statendam  Alaska

  Major issue with misrepresentation of offering. Major pricing deception on boat. 16 oz draft beers were advertized, but sold in 12 oz glasses. There were no 12 oz glasses available. Brought up... read more

  11 users found this review helpful.
• Peter Gunn  Volendam  Vancouver-Alaska

  A very positive experience. The crew worked very hard to make the total experience as satisfying as possible. Having read previous reviews casting some doubt on the Volendam, we were very pleased... read more

  32 users found this review helpful.
• Amy  Oosterdam  Mexican Riviera

  There were long lines checking in at the Port of San Diego, and no one to help with bags until we got to the front of the line. This cruise was a short one week R&R for us following my husbands... read more

  20 users found this review helpful.
• Philip Rousseaux  Nieuw Amsterdam  Mediteranean

  We sailed on the Nieuw Amsterdam in August 2011 and I would sum the cruise up as follows: Floating retirement home. Pros 1. We had a suite, so nice room, nice bed, and decent service... read more

  56 users found this review helpful.
• Kenneth Eden  Nieuw Amsterdam  Mediterranean Romance

  For the discounted price, okay - Not worth full price. Not enough time at sea. Sailed from Venice to Barcelona 80% disappointing - Pinnicle Grill one highlight Small,... read more

  43 users found this review helpful.
• Terry Coggins  Veendam  Bermuda

  We chose this cruise because of the destination, Bermuda. We were not disappointed. Bermuda is an incredibly beautiful island with the best beaches. Beware, however, the ship, the Veendam. We... read more

  29 users found this review helpful.
• Randy Klaepatch  Statendam  Inside passage Vanvouver to Seaward

  Very disappointed with ship and status of ship as it was reputed to have been refurbished i 2004-2005. It must have been budget/cost affected greatly as I saw more deficiencies than I could... read more

  15 users found this review helpful.
• Alyse  Veendam  NYC to Bermuda

  This was my very first cruise (a 60th birthday present!) and I absolutely loved it. I can't understand the negative reviews, as my experience with the food, staff, the ship activities, everything... read more

  16 users found this review helpful.