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Holland America Cruises
Holland America was founded in 1873 as the Netherlands-America Steamship Company (NASM), a shipping and passenger line. Because it provided service to the Americas, it became known as Holland America Line. The company's first ocean liner was the original Rotterdam, which sailed its maiden voyage from the Netherlands to New York City, a 15-day voyage
• By its 25th anniversary, Holland America owned a fleet of six cargo and passenger ships and also provided service between Holland and the Dutch East Indies via the newly constructed Suez Canal.
• The line was a principal carrier of emigrants from Europe to the United States until well after the turn of the century, carrying 850,000 to new lives in the New World.
• The company offered its first cruise in 1895; its second cruise, from New York to the Holy Land, was in 1910.
• In 1971, Holland America suspended its transatlantic passenger trade and turned to offering cruise vacations full time.
• Holland America has now carried nearly 10 million passengers.
Holland America leads the cruise industry premium niche by offering virtually unlimited cruise and Cruise Tour options that span the globe and satisfy every traveller’s appetite for exploration. Over the course of the company's rich history as first shipping and passenger line and subsequently a cruise line, Holland America's fleet has carried nearly 10 million passengers to new lives in the New World or to exotic locales for vacations of a lifetime.
With 12 luxury ships sailing to more than 280 ports of call and all seven continents, and more ships and tours being added each year, Holland America's commitment to providing the best in cruise vacations is confirmed by awards and accolades from leaders in the tourism industry.
The way you see the world's special places is part of the experience, and Holland America is pleased to offer 13 luxurious five-star ships for the 2003/2004 sailing season. Each has its own feel, its own devotees. Yet each is alike in its sense of warmth and luxury. Lush bouquets of fresh, fragrant flowers adorn the restaurants and lounges. Priceless antiques and museum-quality artwork line the hallways. Which version of elegance suits you?
Holland America Cruise Ships
MS Amsterdam |
MS Maasdam |
MS Noordam |
MS Oosterdam |
MS Prinsendam
MS Rotterdam |
MS Ryndam |
MS Statendam |
MS Veendam |
MS Volendam
MS Westerdam |
MS Zaandam |
MS Zuiderdam
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