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Holland America Ships By Size & Age

Holland America is a former shipping company that switched to a full-time cruise company in 1989. Since then it has offered a sort of premium-mainstream brand of cruising – not …

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HAL MS Zuiderdam

Holland America Zuiderdam Cabins To Avoid

First launched in 2002, the MS Zuiderdam was the first Vista-class ship for Holland America, and thanks to a considerate renovation programme she remains a popular ship in the fleet. …

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HAL MS Westerdam

Holland America Westerdam Cabins To Avoid

The Holland America fleet is split into four different classes of ship, and the biggest of those is the Vista Class. It holds four ships, including Zuiderdam, Oosterdam and Noordam …

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HAL Eurodam

Holland America Eurodam Cabins To Avoid

Following the success of the earlier Vista-class of ship for Holland America, the cruise line decided in 2008 to expand its fleet with a new class that enhanced the existing …

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Holland America Line Shareholder Benefits

If you’re interested in becoming a shareholder in one of your favourite cruise lines, such as Holland America Line, you can actually enjoy some extra benefits every time you cruise. …

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What is a Veranda on a Cruise Ship?

There’s no single standard for naming cruise ship cabin grades, which can sometimes make things a little confusing. With Insides, Interiors, Mini-Suites, Suites and so on, small differences can sometimes …

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The 9 Best Cruises For Singles Over 50s

Considering the average cruise age is 47 years old, many cruise lines cater very well to guests over 50. And you’ll also be very well looked after if you’re travelling …

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Holland America Ships Ranked From Best To Worst

Holland America’s premium style of cruising is very popular. From the high-quality food to the comfortable, spacious accommodation choices, the ships are well-loved by loyal Holland America fans. But what …

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