Holland America just announced that Zuiderdam is the next ship getting the Evolution treatment, and honestly, after sailing on her in December 2025, I can say the ship could use a little love - while still well maintained, she was starting to look a little tired in spots so this…
Back in May, I took a close look at Holland America's 2027-2028 deployment and came away puzzled. At that point, the line had only confirmed one ship, the Oosterdam, for the Caribbean season in South Florida. The rest of the fleet was either staying in Europe, committed to South America,…
UPDATE: On July 6, 2026, Holland America announced their full 2027/2028 lineup. While some ships won't be returning to South Florida, the line will retain a five ship presence with longer itineraries and holiday voyages. Click here for the latest update and see which ships will be sailing from Fort…
Cruise lines have been changing up a lot lately. New ships. New private destinations. New restaurants. New fees they hope you don't notice. But this time, let’s talk about something more fun. Booze. Specifically, bourbon and whiskey. Holland America and Carnival are both introducing some new beverage options, and while…
For nearly three decades, Half Moon Cay has been one of the most celebrated private island stops in the cruise industry. Today, June 1, 2026, it officially entered a new chapter. Carnival Cruise Line — not Holland America Line, which technically owns the island — marked the completion of a…
Holland America’s Project Evolution is officially moving from just a press release to "here's a deck plan to look at," and today we're getting our first look at just how massive an undertaking this is by checking out the first ship to go under the knife, Oosterdam. On May 6,…
Holland America Line just dropped what is easily one of the biggest fleet announcements the brand has made in years, and unlike some cruise ship “enhancements” that amount to replacing a few chairs and acting like they reinvented the wheel, this one is actually pretty substantial. The line is calling…
If you’ve cruised with Holland America before, you already know the line has a reputation for great food. But now, they’re taking their dining game up a notch with a brand-new experience called Koningstafel, which literally translates to “King’s Table” in Dutch. This is a reimagined Holland America Chef’s Table…
For years, Holland America Line (HAL) has been a favorite for cruisers seeking a refined and enriching experience at sea without a luxury line price tag. But in recent years, many loyal guests expressed their frustration over cuts to onboard entertainment, including the removal of the much-loved Lincoln Center Stage…
In 2026, Holland America Line is hosting a very patriotic cruise to mark America’s 250th anniversary, and it’s truly one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The “America’s 250th Celebration: Stars & Stripes Voyage” is a seven-day roundtrip journey from Boston aboard the Zuiderdam, setting sail on July 4, 2026. The voyage…
