Holland America Line has a long history dating back to its founding in the late 1800s. Holland America is now based in Seattle and owned by the Carnival Corporation. They have 14 cruise ships in service worldwide and are well known for their Alaska cruises.
The cruise line maintains many classic touches, including dark paneled walls and fine art work. Holland America has historically attracted an older audience, but it's common to find families onboard. Many passengers prefer Holland America over its competitors due to lower guest per square foot ratios.
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Holland America's ms Prinsendam entered service in 2002. The ship is 669 feet in length, has nine passenger decks and an impressive atrium. With a capacity of just 793, the ship has roughly 1.8 passengers per crew member.
From 1988 - 2002, the ship sailed as the Royal Viking Sun and Seabourn Sun
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Holland America's ms Prinsendam starts the year with World Cruises to South America and the Mediterranean. Prinsendam spends May through mid-November in Europe followed by South America and the Caribbean. See the chart below for an overview:
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Holland America's ms Prinsendam offers passengers a diverse menu of shore excursions through its website, which enables passengers to search by Destination and Port. Excursions can be reserved online up to five days before your cruise, anytime by phone or onboard the ship.
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Holland America's ms Prinsendam has almost 400 cabins onboard. You can choose from an Inside, Ocean View, Balcony or Suite. When selecting a cabin, make sure you know which public areas are near, above and below your cabin. Everyone's tastes are different, but it's best not to be surprised when you get onboard.
Holland America Prinsendam features The Mariner's Dream™ Bed, which is a Sealy® Posturepedic mattress complete with two down pillows. This is yet another indication of how cruise lines are keeping pace with amenities offered by fine hotels. Here are some of the other Bed & Bath amenities you will find onboard:
Holland America Prinsendam has 24-hour Internet access. If you have been onboard, send us your review and tell us what you thought about the Internet Cafe, Wi-Fi network, service quality and other helpful information. Here's the latest pricing information that we have.
Holland America Line allows guests who are legal drinking age to bring wine and champagne onboard at the beginning of the cruise. If you bring your own wine or champagne to dinner, a corkage fee of $15/bottle will be applied to your onboard account.
Holland America's ms Prinsendam offers a wide variety of dining options onboard. From casual to elegant, we have been told that the cuisine on Holland America is very good. Holland America recently introduced "As You Wish" dining allowing passengers a flexible dining schedule. If you prefer the traditional set times and seating assignments that option is also available.
Holland America's ms Prinsendam features numerous bars & lounges. Whether you are looking for a quiet drink or a place to meet up with friends for the evening, the choices are extensive. Here are some of the most popular spots onboard the ship:
ms Prinsendam's main entertainment venue is the Queen's Show Lounge located on the Promenade Deck. Typically, there are two seatings for the theatrical, musical or comedic productions each evening. The Queen's Show Lounge is well styled with comfortable seats.
Holland America's ms Prinsendam features a Casino on the Promenade Deck that is open while the ship is "At Sea." You will find popular games, including Black Jack, Craps, Slot Machines, Texas Hold'em, Three Card Poker and Video Poker.
Holland America's ms Prinsendam has several pools onboard. The Lido Deck Pool is located mid-ship with a spa tub and bar. The more quiet Aft Pool is located at the rear of the Upper Promenade Deck. You will find abundant wooden lounge chairs, towels and crew members willing to serve you.
Liquid Atlas would like to hear from you. If you have been onboard Holland America Line, drop us a line and tell us about the Onboard Activities that are available. We are particularly interested in learning about the following:
Holland America's ms Prinsendam features a small gym located at the rear of the Upper Promenade Deck. You can exercise on elliptical trainers, treadmills and stationary bikes. There are also weight training machines and free-weights available. They also offer a number of classes.
ms Prinsendam's Greenhouse Spa & Salon is located at the rear of the Upper Promenade Deck. They offer a wide variety of spa & wellness treatments onboard. If you have already sailed on this ship, Liquid Atlas would like to hear from you. You can help future passengers by describing the Spa, the treatments available and cost.