Day 3 on Nieuw Amsterdam, and it’s the first of two back-to-back sea days as we make our way south to our second port of call, Oranjestad, Aruba, on Thursday. If you missed yesterday’s report, it was all about Half Moon Cay, the island’s big makeover and whether the new $150 Beach Club is worth it.
Sea days don’t usually give me a ton to report on, so today I’m going to use the time to cover a few things I’ve mentioned in passing but haven’t really explained, like the Have It All package and the Mariner Society.
Roof Open, Roof Closed, Roof Open…
The day got off to a rainy start. I was sitting by the Lido Pool writing when the roof was opened. Then a shower rolled through, so they closed it. When the rain stopped, they opened it again. Then it rained again. This went on for a few hours, and it got a bit comical. I felt bad for the crew member who kept getting called to open and close it.
That retractable glass roof is one thing Nieuw Amsterdam has that her sister Queen Elizabeth doesn’t, and it makes the Lido Pool usable no matter what the weather’s doing. The trade-off is that with the roof closed and the sun trying to break through, it gets steamy in there quickly.
We also picked up some swells along the way. In his noon announcement, the captain mentioned that the stabilizers were working to keep the ship as comfortable as possible.
If you’ve never thought about them, stabilizers are large fins that extend out from each side of the hull below the waterline. They work a lot like airplane wings, generating lift against the water to push back against the ship’s roll, and they adjust automatically as the ship moves. They won’t do much for the up-and-down pitching you feel at the front or back of the ship, but they take a lot of the side-to-side rocking out of a day like today. I go into more detail in my guide on how to avoid getting seasick on a cruise.
By the afternoon, things had cleared up nicely.
What’s the Holland America Have It All Package?
I’ve mentioned Holland America’s Have It All package a couple of times already, so let’s talk about what it actually is. It’s a bundle you can add to your fare that includes four things for everyone on the booking:
- Shore excursion credit: $100 on 4- to 9-day cruises, $200 on 10- to 20-day cruises and $300 on cruises of 21 days or more.
- Drink package: The Signature Beverage Package, covering a large selection of wine, beer, spirits and cocktails, plus sodas, specialty coffees and other non-alcoholic drinks, with the beverage service charges included.
- Specialty dining: One night on 4- to 9-day cruises, two nights on 10- to 20-day cruises and three nights on 21+ day cruises, at Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto or Tamarind.
- Wi-Fi: The Surf package, which covers browsing, email, social media and messaging, but not streaming.
It’s $65 per person, per day if you buy it before your cruise, and it costs more if you wait until you’re onboard. For this cruise, I upgraded the Wi-Fi so I could stream, which was an extra $50 for the entire 12-days.
In my opinion, Have It All is the most affordable package of its kind in cruising, since you’re getting a drink package, specialty dining, excursion credit and basic Wi-Fi in one price. Just for comparison, Carnival’s CHEERS! drink package alone currently runs $69.95 per person, per day pre-cruise and $74.95 onboard, and that’s before Carnival switches its drink packages and Wi-Fi to dynamic pricing on December 1, 2026. Princess’s Plus and Premier packages cost more, but they do throw in a few extras.
Have It All is still a great value if you’re going to be drinking onboard. If you’re not, it’s probably not so much. You can run your own numbers with my Holland America drink package calculator, and I’ve got the full rundown on the Have It All package, too.
Those who followed along last week will remember how much I complained about the Wi-Fi speed on Queen Elizabeth. I’m happy to say that here on Nieuw Amsterdam, speed isn’t an issue. Uploading files and even videos is fast, streaming doesn’t buffer, and it’s working great.
Beverage Tastings and Classes Onboard
Speaking of drinking, there are several beverage events on this cruise. Here’s the lineup and what each one costs.
| Event | Price |
|---|---|
| Beer Tasting | $15 |
| Port & Sherry Tasting | $35 |
| Tequila Tasting | $35 |
| Rum Tasting | $35 |
| Regional Wine Tasting | $35 |
| Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting | $49 |
| Premium Wine Tasting | $49 |
| Around the World Wine Tasting | $35 |
| Mixology Class: Cosmopolitan & Manhattan | $25 |
| Mixology Class: Mai Tai & Old Fashioned | $25 |
| Bar Hop | $29 |
| Bourbon Tasting | $39 |
| Whisky Tasting | $39 |
| Single Malt Tasting | $55 |
I’ve signed up for all four wine tastings (the regional one is complimentary for Four-Star Mariners), plus the bourbon, whisky and single malt tastings. I’ll report on each one as it happens.
What’s the Mariner Society?
I keep mentioning my Four-Star status, so here’s how Holland America’s loyalty program works. The Mariner Society is built on cruise day credits. You earn one credit for every day you sail, a 10-day cruise earns 10, and you get double credits if you pay a published fare for a suite. You also earn a bonus credit for every $300 of eligible onboard spending (casino charges don’t count), and you can’t buy your way up. Here’s what it takes to reach each level:
| Level | Cruise Day Credits |
|---|---|
| One-Star | 1 completed cruise |
| Two-Star | 30 |
| Three-Star | 75 |
| Four-Star | 200 |
| Five-Star | 500 |
Three-Star is where the perks start to get good, with 25% off specialty restaurant cover charges and an invitation to the Mariner Society reception. At Four-Star, that becomes 50% off the cover charge at Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind and Canaletto, plus a complimentary regional wine tasting, free laundry and pressing, and priority check-in, tendering and disembarkation. Five-Star adds two complimentary specialty dinners and a day pass to the Greenhouse Spa thermal suite. And every cruise, Mariners get one of those blue and white Mariner Society tiles.
Besides the 50% speciality dining discount, the biggest perk for me is the free laundry. Since I’m going to be onboard for 60 some days on back-to-back Holland America cruises, that laundry perk is invaluable. I send my laundry out every other day, and usually get it back the next morning – all at no charge!
What’s Happening Onboard
Even on a quiet sea day, there was plenty on the schedule, including these three popular ones that drew a good crowd:
- Coffee with the Cruise Director: Cruise Director Zaid sat down with Chief Engineer Paul at 9 a.m. in the Rolling Stone Lounge.
- The Art of Flower Arranging: Holland America has a full-time florist onboard who handles all the arrangements around the ship, along with any flowers you order for your stateroom. Florist John shared tips and tricks at 9:45 a.m. in the Explorer’s Lounge.
- Cooking show: Crackling pork ceviche at 10 a.m. in the Rolling Stone Lounge.
When it comes to live music, there’s a lot to choose from. Vivace, the classical string group, plays in the Explorer’s Lounge and for afternoon tea. Holland America took the strings off its ships for a while, and the complaints from guests were overwhelming enough that they’ve been put back on every ship. The Rolling Stone Lounge band knocks it out of the park every night. The Dam Band plays great jazz and American Songbook standards in the Ocean Bar. Gaby, the regional solo guitarist, also plays the Ocean Bar and is popular at happy hour (I sat next to her at dinner the other night). And the piano players hold down Billboard Onboard.
Dressy Night
Tonight was the first dressy night of the cruise, and guests were encouraged to dress up. As I mentioned yesterday, dressing up really isn’t a thing on Holland America. Some people do it, but plenty don’t. Country club casual is the norm, and no shorts in the dining room is about the only rule that’s enforced. Wear what you want and you’re good.
The photographers had their backdrops out for dressy night portraits. Some guests dressed up, but the majority didn’t.
For those having dinner in the Dining Room, here’s a look at tonight’s menu.
Paper Plane
$12.00Angel's Envy Bourbon, Nonino Amaro, Aperol, lemon juice
Como Spritz
$12.00Cynar, passionfruit, lemon, HAL sparkling wine
Gala Lemon Drop
$14.00Chopin Vodka, Cointreau, fresh lemon juice, simple, B'lure Pea Pollen
Penicillin
$13.00Dewar's White Label, lemon, honey, Compass Box Peat Monster
Dutch 75
$11.00De Lijn Gin, sparkling wine, lemon juice
Holland America Line Sparkling Wine
$10.00 / $40.00Washington (glass / bottle)
Chateau Ste. Michelle
$12.00 / $48.00Chardonnay, Washington (glass / bottle)
Sokol Blosser Evolution
$14.00 / $56.00Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon (glass / bottle)
Oberon
$18.00 / $72.00Cabernet Sauvignon, California (glass / bottle)
Coppa, Burrata, Cantaloupe*
Arugula, roasted pistachio, balsamic reduction (gluten free)
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Horseradish cocktail sauce (gluten free)
Escargot Bourguignon
Garlic herb butter, wine, French bread
Feta, Lentil Tabbouleh Salad
Cherry tomatoes, oak leaf lettuce, mint, lemon dressing (vegetarian, gluten free)
Tomato-Red Bell Pepper Bisque
Avocado cream (vegetarian)
French Onion Soup
Gruyère cheese crouton
Classic Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, Caesar dressing, anchovies
Baked Ricotta and Asparagus Filled Paccheri
Pomodoro-basil sauce, Grana cheese (vegetarian)
Espelette Beef Tenderloin, Shrimp*
Whiskey sauce, buttermilk mashed potatoes (gluten free)
Roasted Rack of Lamb, Eggplant Purée, Pancetta-Fava Beans*
Merlot reduction
Gruyère-Brioche Crusted Sole*
Potato gratin, green peas, spinach, butter sauce
Roasted Pumpkin Tart
Tempura broccoli, yogurt dressing, fig vincotto (vegetarian)
New York Strip Loin, Steak Fries*
Garlic herb butter
Garlic-Herb Roasted Chicken
Avocado, tomato, corn salad
Salmon & Chanterelles*
Corn, oven-dried tomatoes, basil (gluten free)
15 oz Pinnacle Grill Boneless Ribeye*
$20.00Shallot confit, aged balsamic, green peppercorn, baked potato, creamed spinach
Steamed Fresh Halibut*
$25.00Premium Hong Kong XO sauce, seasonal vegetables (by Iron Chef Morimoto)
Broiled Lobster Tails
$25.00Yuzu butter, roasted garlic mashed potatoes (by Iron Chef Morimoto)
Caramel Lava Cake
Chocolate ganache
Crème Brûlée
Burnt sugar (gluten free)
Black Forest Cake
Chocolate cake, Kirschwasser-flavored cream, Bing cherries, chocolate shavings (no sugar added)
Strawberry Romanoff
Grand Marnier, Chantilly cream (gluten free)
Hot Fudge Sundae
Vanilla ice cream, almonds, marshmallows, chocolate sauce
Disaronno Amaretto
$10.50Rémy Martin VSOP
$17.00Highland Park Single Malt
$13.00Graham's Six Grapes Port
$13.00Solo Espresso
$2.75Cappuccino
$3.75🖼️ Menu Images
And here’s tonight’s dinner menu in the Lido Market.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Southwest Avocado Salad
BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad
Citrus Tuna Salad*
Spaghetti with Beef and Ricotta Meatballs
Basil and tomato
Ham & Cheese Pasta Bake
Meat Lasagna
Create Your Own Pasta
Spaghetti or orecchiette with marinara (vegetarian), bolognese, alfredo (vegetarian) or basil pesto (vegetarian)
Rustic Ciabatta Wheel
Mixed Herb and Pecorino Focaccia
Garlic Scrolls
Italian Fruit Salad
Chopped fruits, citrus sugar syrup, mint
Roasted Vegetables Focaccia
Cheese, Antipasto and Cold Cuts
Salami, coppa, mortadella, antipasto, plus a soft, a hard and a blue cheese
Selection of Fruits
Brown Rice, Broccoli, Hazelnut Salad
Caribbean Roasted Pork Sandwich
Cumin, allspice, mayonnaise, chipotle mayo, lime zest, ciabatta roll, lettuce, tomatoes
Caribbean Accompaniments
Six kinds of hot sauce, salsas, jalapeno, cornbread, fried plantains
Tomato Red Bell Pepper Bisque
Vegetarian
Espelette Beef Tenderloin, Shrimp*
Gruyère-Brioche Crusted Sole*
Salmon & Chanterelles*
Roasted Pumpkin Tart
Vegetarian
Roasted Rack of Lamb*
New York Strip Loin (6 oz)*
Whole Roasted Chicken
Mashed Potato
Roasted Potatoes
French Fries
Sautéed Spinach
Vegetarian
Vichy Carrots
Vegetarian
Selection of Fruits
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Fried Rice
Steamed Rice
Vegetable Biryani
Vegetarian
Palak Paneer
Vegetarian
Mutton Rogan Josh
Basmati Rice
Indian Bread and Condiments
Paratha, papadum, raita, kachumber
Almond & Lychee Jelly
Apple Pie
Strawberry Romanoff
Caramel Lava Cake
Black Forest Cake
No sugar added
Ice Cream
Vanilla, chocolate with chocolate, mango, berry or butterscotch sauce and assorted cookies
Crepes Made to Order
Rum butter caramel sauce with choice of fresh fruit toppings
🖼️ Menu Images
Dinner at Pinnacle Grill
I had dinner at Pinnacle Grill, the ship’s $52 steakhouse. As a Four-Star Mariner, I get 50% off the cover charge at the specialty restaurants, with the exception of Morimoto by Sea and Sel de Mer on the Pinnacle-class ships (Sel de Mer gets 25% off instead).
Pinnacle Grill Wine Pairing
$23.00Three 3 oz pours: Holland America Line Sparkling Wine (Washington), Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand), Rocky Pond 11 Dams Bordeaux Blend (Washington)
Taittinger Brut Champagne
$22.00 / $88.00France (glass / bottle)
Domaine Du Vieux Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
$16.00 / $64.00France (glass / bottle)
Conundrum White Blend
$16.00 / $64.00California (glass / bottle)
Willamette Valley Vineyards Whole Cluster Pinot Noir
$15.50 / $62.00Oregon (glass / bottle)
Rocky Pond 11 Dams Bordeaux Blend
$14.00 / $56.00Washington (glass / bottle)
Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon
$18.00 / $72.00California (glass / bottle)
Table-Side De Lijn Gin Tonic
$14.00Double Dutch tonic, seasonal botanicals
Green Swizzle
$14.00Planteray 3 Star Rum, Velvet Falernum, lime, absinthe, soda, Angostura bitters
El Presidente
$13.00Planteray 3 Star Rum, vermouth blanc, orange curaçao, grenadine
Myrtle Bank Special Punch
$13.00Planteray 3 Star and Smith & Cross pot stilled Jamaican rums, lime, demerara syrup, cherry brandy, cayenne
Big Youth
$13.00Planteray Xaymaca Rum and Smith & Cross rum, condensed milk, coconut water, bitters, nutmeg
Table-Side Caesar Salad
Heart of romaine, Parmesan, croutons, anchovies
Vine Ripened Beefsteak Tomato Salad
Sliced purple onion, balsamic vinaigrette or blue cheese dressing (gluten free, vegetarian)
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Cucumber, sweet chili-mustard
Lobster Bisque
Crème fraîche, aged cognac
Steakhouse Wedge Salad by David Burke
Crispy bacon, blue cheese, tomato, candied walnuts, ranch dressing (gluten free)
Shrimp Cocktail
Brandy-horseradish cocktail sauce (gluten free)
Clothesline Candied Bacon by David Burke
Maple, black pepper, half-sour pickles (gluten free, non-dairy)
Ossetra Malossol Caviar*
$50.00Crème fraîche, buckwheat blinis (gluten free)
Braised Beef Short Ribs with Chow Fun Noodles by David Burke
Wild mushrooms, carrots, scallions
Grilled Lamb Chops*
Controne bean purée, garlic chips
Honey-Lemon Glazed Chilean Sea Bass*
Dill butter (gluten free)
Table-Side Dover Sole, Lemon Butter
$15.00Boiled new potatoes
Panko Fried Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Beyond Meat mince, vegan mayonnaise remoulade, parsley, quinoa salad (vegetarian)
Mafaldine, Marinated Grilled Eggplant, Burrata & Chiles
Preserved lemon, Calabrian chili, olive oil (vegetarian)
8 oz Filet Mignon*
Choice of sauce: shallot and red wine bordelaise, green peppercorn or béarnaise. Add a 5 oz lobster tail for $12.
12 oz New York Strip*
Choice of sauce: shallot and red wine bordelaise, green peppercorn or béarnaise. Add a 5 oz lobster tail for $12.
15 oz Boneless Rib Eye*
Choice of sauce: shallot and red wine bordelaise, green peppercorn or béarnaise. Add a 5 oz lobster tail for $12.
10 oz American Wagyu Strip Loin*
$28.00Choice of sauce: shallot and red wine bordelaise, green peppercorn or béarnaise. Add a 5 oz lobster tail for $12.
36 oz Tomahawk Bone-In Rib Eye for Two*
$49.00Choice of sauce: shallot and red wine bordelaise, green peppercorn or béarnaise. Add a 5 oz lobster tail for $12.
Creamed Spinach
Vegetarian, gluten free
Asparagus with Hollandaise
Vegetarian, gluten free
Roasted Baby Beets with Blue Cheese
Vegetarian, gluten free
Mashed Potatoes
Vegetarian, gluten free
Baked Potato
Vegetarian, gluten free
French Fries
Vegetarian, non-dairy
Sautéed Mushrooms
Vegetarian, gluten free
Beecher's Lobster Mac & Cheese
$12.00Jerked Chicken Bao
Mint, coriander, tomato chutney
Crab & Shrimp Cakes
Charred spring onion & pineapple salsa
Lobster Agnolotti
Spiced tomato cream, crab butter
Yellow Tail Snapper*
Golden curry, spiced orange marmalade, kumquat butter (gluten free)
Mojo Pork Chop*
Pickled fennel & mango slaw, vermouth jus
12 oz Lobster Tail
$19.00Broiled, lemon-garlic butter (gluten free)
Coconut Pudding
Cinnamon, coconut flakes, caramelized banana (non-dairy, gluten free)
🖼️ Menu Images
I didn’t have a reservation, but I showed up around 8:15 p.m. to see if I could get in. There weren’t many tables taken, and I was seated right away.
I started with the tableside gin and tonic, made with Holland America’s own De Lijn gin and Double Dutch tonic with botanicals. It’s always a good drink.
Here’s where it gets confusing, though. I’ve asked at multiple bars whether they have De Lijn gin, and every one told me no, same as the Fever-Tree tonic. So I asked my server if the tableside G&T was actually available, since everyone else keeps telling me there’s no De Lijn. His reaction was basically, “What??? We have it. It’s our signature drink here.” So I’m not sure what’s up with that, but it was delicious as always.
For starters, I had the candied clothesline bacon and the shrimp cocktail. Always good.
For my main course, I was on a tableside kick, so I ordered the Dover sole, which is filleted at the table. It does have a $15 up-charge, by the way – but worth it!
For dessert, I went with the cheese plate.
Service started off slow. Once I was seated, I waited about five minutes for my server to come over and introduce himself, which was surprising since the restaurant wasn’t that busy. Once that was out of the way, the courses were timed perfectly, the service was good and everything was exactly what I’d expect from Pinnacle Grill.
Another Sea Day Tomorrow
I wrapped up the evening listening to the Dam Band at the Ocean Bar and called it a night.
Tomorrow is our second sea day before we reach Aruba on Thursday, and I’ll take you around all the different dining spots onboard Nieuw Amsterdam.
More tomorrow, and as always, thanks for following along.
Nieuw Amsterdam Day 3 Daily Planner
Click here to download the daily planner as a PDF.
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 2:00am | Ship's Clocks are Set 1 Hour Forward | Shipwide |
| 8:00am | Morning Catholic Prayer (Led by the congregation) | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 8:00am | Tai Chi for Everyone | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 8:45am | Walk a Mile | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 9:00am | Tech for Travelers: When in Port | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 9:00am | Cameras and Binoculars Sale | Lido Poolside, 9 |
| 9:00am | Coffee with Cruise Director Zaid (Featuring Chief Engineer Paul) | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 9:00am | Pickleball Instruction: Serving | Sports Court, 11 |
| 9:30am | Watercoloring: Sunset (Repeats at 10:30am & 11:30am) | Art Studio, 11 |
| 9:30am | Stretch & Release | Fitness Center, 9 |
| 9:45am | The Art of Flower Arranging | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 10:00am | Mahjong Players Meet until 2:00pm | Upper Dining Room, 3 |
| 10:00am | Party Bridge Play until 2:00pm | Upper Dining Room, 3 |
| 10:00am | Early Bird Diamond Dash | Effy Jewelry, 3 |
| 10:00am | Look 10 Years Younger | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 10:00am | Cooking Show: Crackling Pork Ceviche | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 10:00am | Pickleball Open Play | Sports Court, 11 |
| 10:00am | Explore with Shore Excursions | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 10:30am | Acupuncture: A Life-Changing Introduction | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 11:00am | The Pizzazz of Pop Art | Art Gallery, 2 |
| 11:00am | Jigsaw Puzzle Meetup | Crow's Nest, 11 |
| 11:00am | Detox for Health & Weight Loss Seminar | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 11:00am | Learn to Line Dance with Abbey | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 11:00am | $1,000 Jackpot Bingo: Tickets on Sale at 10:00am | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 11:00am | Fragrance Finds: A Scent Discovery Event | The Shops, 3 |
| 11:00am | Port Talk: Aruba & Cartagena | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 12:00pm | Ask Your Travel Guide | Crow's Nest, 11 |
| 12:00pm | Caribbean Shopping Show | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 1:00pm | Needlework Meetup | Art Studio, 11 |
| 1:00pm | Friends of Bill W. Meet | Upper Dining Room, 3 |
| 1:00pm | EFFY Shopping Spree | Effy Jewelry, 3 |
| 1:00pm | Ladies Pamper Party | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 1:00pm | Mixology Class $25 | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 1:00pm | Today's Trivia: Landmarks | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 1:00pm | The Colorful World of Peter Max | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 2:00pm | Regional Wine Tasting $35 | Lower Dining Room, 2 |
| 2:00pm | Dance Class: Waltz | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 2:00pm | Let's Play Ladder Ball | Shuffleboard Court, 10 |
| 2:00pm | Twilly Styling Experience | The Shops, 3 |
| 2:00pm | The Caribbean Up Close: The Islands' Spirit | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 2:30pm | Origami Folding: 3D Heart (Repeats at 3:30pm) | Art Studio, 11 |
| 3:00pm | Guess the Weight to Win! | Art Gallery, 2 |
| 3:00pm | Meet for a Game of Cornhole | Shuffleboard Court, 10 |
| 3:00pm | Board Game Meetup | Crow's Nest, 11 |
| 3:00pm | English Afternoon Tea featuring Vivace Strings | Upper Dining Room, 3 |
| 3:00pm | Non-Surgical Facelift | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 3:00pm | $1,100 Jackpot Bingo: Tickets on Sale at 2:00pm | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 3:00pm | Today's Movie: Project Hail Mary | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 3:00pm | Watch Seminar: The Time is Now | The Shops, 3 |
| 3:00pm | Live Music: Vivace | Upper Dining Room, 3 |
| 3:30pm | Arthritis, Acute and Chronic Pain Relief | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 4:00pm | Ask Your Travel Guide | Crow's Nest, 11 |
| 4:00pm | Complimentary Fine Jewelry Cleaning | Effy Jewelry, 3 |
| 4:00pm | The Teen Zone is Open until 6:00pm | High Score, 10 |
| 4:00pm | 50% Off Happy Hour | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 4:00pm | Team Trivia Challenge | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 4:00pm | Pickleball Open Play | Sports Court, 11 |
| 4:00pm | Live Music: Regional Soloist | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 4:30pm | Dam Dots Challenge | Art Studio, 11 |
| 4:30pm | Collect Aruba Shopping Cards | Port Shopping Desk, 1 |
| 4:30pm | Dressy Night Portrait Studios until 10:00pm | Portrait Studio, 2 |
| 4:30pm | Effy Beauty Makeover: $65 | The Shops, 3 |
| 4:30pm | Live Music: Vivace | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 5:00pm | Pure Form Yoga $20 | Fitness Center, 9 |
| 5:00pm | Ping Pong Tournament | Lido Poolside, 9 |
| 5:00pm | Live Music: Regional Soloist | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 6:00pm | The MBA of Art | Art Gallery, 2 |
| 6:00pm | Family Fun Time until 10:00pm | High Score, 10 |
| 6:00pm | Live Music: Regional Soloist | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 6:30pm | Music Trivia: One Hit Wonders | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 6:30pm | PRIDE Meetup (For LGBTQ+ and friends) | Tamarind Bar, 11 |
| 6:30pm | Live Music: Vivace | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 7:00pm | Complimentary Walk-In Medi-Spa Clinic | Greenhouse Spa, 9 |
| 7:00pm | Free Liquor Tasting: Crown Royal | The Shops, 3 |
| 7:00pm | Live Music: The Dam Band | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 7:15pm | Captain's Welcome | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 7:30pm | Singles & Solo Travelers Meetup | Crow's Nest, 11 |
| 7:30pm | Game Show: La La Land | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 7:30pm | Tonight's Show: Timeless | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 7:30pm | Live Music: Vivace | Explorer's Lounge, 2 |
| 8:00pm | Scratch Off Tickets on Sale | Casino, 2 |
| 8:00pm | Live Music: The Dam Band | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 8:00pm | Live Music: Billboard Onboard - British Music Invasion | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 8:30pm | Designer Diamond Blitz at EFFY | Effy Jewelry, 3 |
| 8:30pm | Live Music: Rolling Stone Lounge Band - Let's Have Some Fun | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 9:00pm | Tonight's Show: Timeless | World Stage, 1, 2 & 3 |
| 9:00pm | Live Music: The Dam Band | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 9:15pm | Live Music: Billboard Onboard - Great Standards | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 9:30pm | Live Music: Rolling Stone Lounge Band - Soul Classics | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 10:00pm | Live Music: The Dam Band | Ocean Bar, 3 |
| 10:15pm | Live Music: Billboard Onboard - All Requests | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 10:30pm | Live Music: Rolling Stone Lounge Band - West Coast Vibes | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 11:00pm | Over $658,000 Paradise Lotto Jackpot Drawing | Casino, 2 |
| 11:15pm | Dance to the Hits | Rolling Stone Lounge, 2 |
| 11:15pm | Live Music: Billboard Onboard - All Requests | Billboard Onboard, 2 |
| 11:45pm | Stay and Play Slots All Night | Casino, 2 |
