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Holland America Line Western Caribbean Cruises

When you cruise to the Western Caribbean with Holland America Line, you’ll be spoiled by the incredible weather and tropical fare, and inspired by the culture and people you meet. Create some everlasting memories in the sunshine with the people who mean most to you. Take a personal watercraft tour (one-of-a-kind experience) in Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas. Let your inhibitions fly away as you dive from a towering cliff in Roatan, Honduras, or soothe yourself in the cool, sparkling ocean water with a snorkel excursion in Costa Maya. Head for the tropics and vacation right with a Holland America Line Western Caribbean Cruise.

Things to Do on a Western Caribbean Cruise with Holland America Line

Amazingly blue water frames your Western Caribbean cruise experiences with Holland America. You’ll be trying rum cake in the Cayman Islands, visiting the Chichen Itza Mayan ruins in Cozumel and climbing up the most amazing waterfall in Jamaica.

Holland America Line underwater colors of life in a coral reef Caribbean sea

  • Dolphin Swim Adventure (Costa Maya, Mexico) It’s not every day you can swim with a dolphin, but in Costa Maya there is an arranged excursion where you can get face to face with these intelligent mammals. You can play with these creatures, pose for pictures and even pucker up for a kiss. After the initial meet you can hitch a ride on the dolphin’s pectoral fin and glide through the water.  

Holland America Line Seven Mile Beach Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands

  • A Taste of Cayman (George Town, Cayman Islands) The first stop on the epicurean adventure is to the Cayman Islands Brewery where the only beer of the island is brewed. Next you’ll wind your way through the landmarks of George Town to the Rum Cake Center where you can sample this sweet treat, and then it’s time for the Caribbean’s favorite drink – rum. Head to the Seven Fathoms Rum Distillery where you’ll see the brewing process at work. Then after a sample tasting you’ll have the rest of the day to wander around or hit the beach.  

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  • Good Hope Estate by Horse and Carriage (Ocho Rios, Jamaica) The Good Hope Estate was once the most highly regarded estate in all of the Caribbean. You’ll step back in time as you tour through the grounds on a horse-drawn carriage. The estate was built in the 1700s and was surrounded by 2,000 acres of fields. You can visit the pottery house, where today a resident potter works producing ceramics.  

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  • Shipwreck Snorkeling and Beach (Roatan, Honduras) Spend a day at the Fantasy Island Beach Resort where you can lounge on the beautiful beach with a fruit punch and then embark on a 45-minute snorkel to view the shallow reef and a mysterious shipwreck. After this adventure you can stay at the beach or walk along a nature trail where you might see monkeys and iguanas.  

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  • Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins by Motorcoach (Cozumel, Mexico) This important site was once the center of the Mayan empire. During this Holland America excursion you’ll be guided through the ruins and learn about the Mayan culture. You’ll visit a ball court, the Pyramid of Kukulcan and a temple where priests accurately calculated celestial events.  

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  • Sky Explorer and Dunn’s River Falls (Falmouth, Jamaica) Climb up the Dunn’s River Falls, a unique waterfall that is built over natural steps. Then head to the Rainforest Sky Explorer where you’ll take a ride on a chairlift above the treetops. After this ride you can learn about the heritage and culture of the Jamaican people at the educational pavilion. There are lots of great views to see up at the Observation Tower.  

Top 10 Holland America Line Western Caribbean Cruises

  • Nieuw Statendam 14-day Western / Tropical Caribbean Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Mar 2024 - Feb 2025)
  • Nieuw Amsterdam 7-day Western Caribbean Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Mar 2024 - Mar 2025)
  • Nieuw Amsterdam 14-day Western / Tropical Caribbean Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Mar 2024 - Mar 2025)
  • Rotterdam 6-day Western Caribbean Departing From Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida (Apr 2024 - Apr 2025)

Holland America Line Western Caribbean Departure Ports

Learn more about your potential departure ports for a Western Caribbean cruise with Holland America. Your Holland America Western Caribbean cruise could leave from any of the following cities:

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

With incredible weather, delicious fare and some stupendous attractions, you will find that Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades is one of the most attractive ports in the entire US.

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Flip through our photo gallery of Western Caribbean cruising photos from Holland America. Keep in mind, this is just a sample of the sights waiting for you on a Holland America Western Caribbean cruise vacation.

Guests ride horses in the Caribbean waters

Guests ride horses in the Caribbean waters

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Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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Chichen Itza Mayan Ruin

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Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

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Martha Brae River, Falmouth, Jamaica

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More ships cruise the Caribbean islands than any other region in the world, and Caribbean cruises treat vacationers to crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, abundant water sports and duty-free shopping. Caribbean cruises are divided into three regions: Western Caribbean cruises, Southern Caribbean cruises and Eastern Caribbean cruises.

Western Caribbean cruises can take you to see Mayan ruins on Mexico's Yucatan coast, snorkeling in the barrier reef off the coast of Belize or to Grand Cayman's Seven Mile Beach. Southern Caribbean cruises can take you to the beautiful beaches of Aruba, the rain forest of Martinique or the beautiful beaches of Barbados. Eastern Caribbean cruises may call on ports in the Bahamas, San Juan, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Turks and Caicos.

Because so many people cruise the Caribbean islands, you'll find the most competitive pricing and the best per-diem rates on a Caribbean cruise. This is especially true in the fall -- just before the start of the peak Caribbean cruise season -- when ships return to the Caribbean from Alaska and Europe.

Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, but with the sophisticated radar and weather-tracking systems found on larger Caribbean cruise ships today, there is little cause for concern. Ships can easily change course to avoid storms and will substitute alternate Caribbean cruise ports as necessary.

For more information on the Western Caribbean, click here . For more information on the Eastern Caribbean, click here . For more information on the Southern Caribbean, click here .

  • The Caribbean is blessed with continuously balmy, pleasant weather, making it a year-round cruising destination.
  • Caribbean cruises last 4 to 14 nights.
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For over 150 years, Holland America Line has introduced guests to new places and new cultures, sharing the transformative power of travel.  We invite you to join Holland America Line for an unforgettable experience. Because travel is more than an itinerary, it has the power to change us and our world, journey by journey.    Carefully Crafted Journeys Balance. Depth. Authenticity. These are the elements Holland America brings to more than 500 itineraries, stopping in 100 countries, the world over. Explorations Central (EXC™) program adds meaning and context, making your journey an even richer experience.   Spacious Mid-Sized Ships Holland America Line holds true to the timeless elegance of ocean travel. From the moment you step aboard one of Holland America's spacious, mid-sized ships, you’ll feel the difference. Classic nautical lines. Beautiful appointments. Warm, hospitable service.   Immersive Culinary Journeys Under the guidance of Holland America's Culinary Council® of chefs, fine dining at the Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind, Canaletto, Rudi’s Sel de Mer and in the Dining Room is truly memorable. Hone your culinary skills at Port-to-Table shows and workshops.   Exclusive Onboard Activities Through exciting new partnerships with BBC Earth Experiences; Explorations Central (EXC™) programs and live entertainment, you can continue exploring on board. Check out our Holland America cruise discounts and take part in the experience. Savor the Journey.  

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Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise

#40 Jan. 2024 Western Caribbean

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Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #40 Western Caribbean • Jan. 28~Feb. 4, 2024

Sailing on holland america’s pinnacle-class nieuw statendam from ft. lauderdale, fl to grand cayman, roatán, honduras & costa maya, mexico..

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Lrbc #40 artist lineup, lrbc #40 itinerary & themes:.

1/28: Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Depart 5p | Memory Lane Take a cruise down memory lane by wearing your most cherished Legendary t-shirt or iconic musician t-shirt to celebrate 40 cruises!

1/29: BLUESIN’ AT SEA | Come As You Dare (PARADE) Dress up or dress down; there are no limitations or rules to your creativity and imagination for what kind of outfit or character you embody!

1/30: Costa Maya, MX (9a-5p) | Legendary Gear Sport your LRBC attire! Need some? Visit the LRBC store!

1/31: Roatan, Honduras (8a-5p) | In The Wild (PARADE) Honduras offers one of the most lush and vibrant tropical rain forests. Immerse yourself with exotic, majestic attires .

2/1: BLUESIN’ AT SEA | Pirate Night Don pirate-themed costumes, embracing the swashbuckling spirit of the high seas. 2/2: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (9a-5p) | Island Wear Dress up in tropical-inspired clothing, embracing the relaxed and tropical vibes of an island paradise.

2/3: BLUESIN’ AT SEA | Slumber Soiree Enjoy the comforts of a slumber party while adding a touch of elegance!

2/4: Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Arrive 7a

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Hal nieuw statendam categories & per person rates, additionally: pre-paid ship/port fees of $280 per person., gratuities will not be pre-paid, but collected onboard by holland america. suites: $17.50 per person per day all other staterooms: $16.00 per person per day.

Final payment due no later than October 2, 2023 Cancellation Schedule: *Cancellations must be received in writing Through Sept. 15, 2023: $250 per person Sept. 16-Oct. 31, 2023: $500 per person Nov. 1-30, 2023: 50% of total cost Dec. 1, 2023 & after: Non-refundable

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CHANGES:  Must be made in WRITING. Any change made after cabin selection will be assessed a $250 per person administrative fee. There are no fees for adding additional passengers or waitlisting for an alternate stateroom.

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You Can Sail to All 7 Continents on This New 132-Day Cruise

The holland america line sailing will visit the caribbean, south america, antarctica, easter island, french polynesia, oceania, southeast asia, egypt, the mediterranean, and northern europe..

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Among the stops will be Ushuaia in Argentina, the southernmost city in South America.

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A new extra-long sailing from Holland America Line could be the ticket for those aspiring to visit every continent. The Seattle-based cruise line just announced what is arguably its most ambitious world voyage yet: a 132-day sailing that visits 39 countries and 47 ports.

“We asked thousands of past guests and travel advisors for their opinions about the perfect Grand World Voyage, so this may be one of our most thoroughly researched routes ever for a world cruise,” said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line, in the press announcement. “This itinerary includes destinations we know guests love, [and is] packed with memorable moments and overnight stays. We are purposefully visiting fewer ports to allow more time to explore the destinations we visit and to create a voyage that does not feel rushed.”

The sailing departs from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on January 4, 2026, and starts the round-the-world tour with stops in the Caribbean. From there, the ship will hug the eastern coast of South America, making stops in Brazil and Uruguay before heading to the Falkland Islands and then Antarctica for four days. (Note that the Antarctica portion will be a scenic cruise only—guests won’t be able to set foot on land due to the ship’s size.)

After the White Continent, it’s over to Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world, and then onward to the fjords of Chile and the city of Santiago, where the ship will take a hard left toward Easter Island and French Polynesia. On the other side of the International Date Line, passengers will first visit New Zealand and Australia before spending time in Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. Then it’s through the Red Sea and the Suez Canal to Egypt and on to the Mediterranean and northern Europe before crossing the Atlantic to wrap up back in Fort Lauderdale.

Along the way, guests will have the opportunity to experience the nightlife in the nine cities the ship will make overnight calls in, including Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Papeete, Tahiti; Sydney, Australia; Bali, Indonesia; Singapore; Malé, Maldives; Safaga (Luxor) and Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt; and Lisbon, Portugal.

Aerial view of the 1,432-passenger "Volendam" cruise ship sailing

Passengers will call the 1,432-passenger Volendam home for the months-long sailing.

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The journey will take place on Holland America Line’s Volendam , the cruise line’s smallest ship, with space for 1,432 guests. Cabins range from the 160-square-foot inside cabins (featuring two twin beds, a seating area, closet space, a small washroom, and no windows) to the 940-square-foot Pinnacle Suite (with a queen-size bed, a large sitting room, a dining room for eight people, a full bath and a half bath, a walk-in closet, and a 190-square-foot balcony).

Built in 1999, Volendam is more of a traditional-style cruise ship when compared to newer vessels with loads of bells and whistles—you won’t find climbing walls, hydrotherapy pools, or many of the extravagant extras on more modern builds. However, you will find six restaurants (ranging from a casual café to a steakhouse), a fitness center (featuring workout machines, a basketball and volleyball court, and pools), a spa, a casino, and a kids club.

As of press time, the sailing is only available as a future cruise request, meaning those keen on joining can make a deposit (either by calling HAL’s world cruise reservation desk at 1-800-522-3399 or by contacting a travel advisor) to get first dibs on staterooms when the itinerary does become available on the cruise line’s website. And, for a limited time, guests who book now will receive up to $2,000 in onboard credit per guest, a free Wi-Fi package, and complimentary round-trip airport transfers to and from the Fort Lauderdale airport.

There’s no word yet on how much the sailing will cost, but for some context, HAL’s 124-day Grand World Voyage in 2025 starts at $25,000 per person for an inside cabin—and that sailing doesn’t visit Antarctica.

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This 132-day World Cruise Will Circle the Planet in 2026 — and Visit All 7 Continents

The itinerary is Holland America's most ambitious to date.

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For those looking to visit all seven of the world's continents, you'll soon be able to check off all those boxes with a single trip. Holland America just announced a 2026 Grand World Voyage that visits each one over 132 days in a true circumnavigation of the planet.

Sailing round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the 1,432-passenger Volendam, the voyage will depart on Jan. 4, 2026, sailing south along the east coast of South America, all the way to Antarctica. (It's important to note that the Antarctica portion of the trip will be scenic cruising only — you won't be able to get off the ship and set foot on land.)

From Antarctica, the Volendam will cross the South Pacific (and stop at Easter Island!), visit Australia, and continue to Southeast Asia.

Next up is a journey across the Indian Ocean with visits to the Maldives and Sri Lanka, followed by a transit of the Suez Canal. After a few stops in the Mediterranean, the ship will make for Northern Europe, then finish with a transatlantic crossing to take guests back to Fort Lauderdale.

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All in, the Grand World Voyage will visit 47 ports in 39 countries, and there will be nine overnight calls in destinations like Rio de Janeiro and Bali.

"We asked thousands of past guests and travel advisors for their opinions about the perfect Grand World Voyage, so this may be one of our most thoroughly researched routes ever for a world cruise," Gus Antorcha, Holland America's president, said during the announcement, which took place aboard the Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing the 2024 Grand World Voyage. "This itinerary includes destinations we know guests love, packed with memorable moments and overnight stays. We are purposefully visiting fewer ports to allow more time to explore the destinations we visit and to create a voyage that does not feel rushed."

Though the voyage isn't yet open for bookings, you can register your interest through your travel advisor or by calling Holland America World Cruise Reservations at 1-800-522-3399. For context, the 124-day Grand World Voyage in 2025 starts at $24,999 per cabin based on double occupancy.

7 continents in 4 months: Holland America Line reveals 2026 world cruise

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If visiting all seven continents is on your travel bucket list, a new cruise from Holland America Line will make it easy for you.

The cruise line’s 2026 Grand World Voyage will traverse the globe over 132 days, stopping at 47 ports in 39 countries. Passengers just have to get themselves to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the trip’s round-trip departure point.

“We asked thousands of past guests and travel advisors for their opinions about the perfect Grand World Voyage, so this may be one of our most thoroughly researched routes ever for a world cruise,” Holland America’s president, Gus Antorcha, said when announcing the itinerary to guests currently sailing on the line’s 2024 Grand World Voyage on Monday, according to a news release. “This itinerary includes destinations we know guests love, packed with memorable moments and overnight stays."

When is the 2026 Grand World Voyage?

The cruise will set sail on Jan. 4, 2026, on the line’s 1,432-guest Volendam ship which launched in 1999.

Where will the cruise sail?

Antorcha said the cruise will visit fewer ports than previous Grand World Voyages “to allow more time to explore the destinations we visit and to create a voyage that does not feel rushed.”

Passengers will head down South America’s east coast before making their way to Antarctica. There, they will have a four-day Antarctic Experience (though guests won’t disembark due to the ship’s size ).

The ship will then head to destinations like the South Pacific and Australia, with time to explore the Great Barrier Reef. The remainder of the voyage includes Singapore, the Maldives , the Mediterranean and northern Europe. The trip will wind down with a transatlantic crossing before one last stop in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Passengers will stay overnight at nine ports, including Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Sydney, Australia; Bali in Indonesia and Alexandria, Egypt. There will also be five late-night departures in Civitavecchia, Italy, Oslo, Norway, and San Juan, among others.

Other highlights include visits to Easter Island, Adamstown in the Pitcairn Islands, and Bordeaux, France.

What is a world cruise?: Here's what sets the months-long voyages apart

How much does the cruise cost?

Pricing info is not yet available, but an inside cabin on the line's 2025 Grand World Voyage currently starts at $24,999.

Travelers can call 1-800-522-3399 or contact their travel adviser to make a future cruise request for the 2026 itinerary and get priority booking confirmation before the cruise opens for sale to the public in May.

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].

Holland America wants travelers to live on a cruise ship for 4 ½ months while it sails to 39 countries on all 7 continents — see what it'll be like

  • Holland America Line announced a 2026 around-the-world cruise .
  • The 132-day itinerary includes 47 ports in 39 countries on all seven continents.
  • Longer sailings like this one are all the rage right now. 

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In 2026, the only flight you'll have to take to visit 39 countries in less than half a year is the one from your home to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The catch? From there, you can travel around the world on a 25-year-old ship.

If the concept sounds familiar, it's probably because you're thinking of Royal Caribbean's nine-month Ultimate World Cruise , one of TikTok's first obsessions in 2024.

Royal Caribbean's around-the-world sailing isn't a one-off. Quite the opposite: It's part of a growing interest in longer cruises.

And companies like Holland America have taken note of this shift. To satisfy travelers' appetite for extended sailings, the cruise line released a slate of itineraries ranging from 25 to 59 days long this time last year. Most are set to sail roundtrip, to, or from North America.

But none of these one to two-month cruises compare to the cruise line's new 2026 "Grand World Voyage," a whopping 4 ½-month journey to all seven continents.

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Holland America says its 1,432-guest Volendam ship will set sail in January 2026 on an "east-to-west route" from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to 47 ports in 39 countries on all seven continents.

From sunny Florida, the ship will sail down to chilly Antarctica by way of eastern South America.

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Volendam is scheduled to spend four days around Antarctica. Good luck on the infamous Drake Passage .

The icy destination isn't common on most around-the-world itineraries. But the cruise line seems partial to it: Holland America's 133-day "pole-to-pole" cruise , sailing to Antarctica and the Arctic Circle, is scheduled for January 2025.

From the itinerary's southernmost destination, the ship is set to venture back north to the South Pacific Islands like Easter Island, New Zealand, and Australia.

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Then, it will set sail to Southeast and South Asia, the Maldives, and Egypt before its final few stops around northern Europe.

With the exception of two ports in Egypt, the Middle East and Africa have been largely left off the 132-day plan.

Almost 4 ½ months and 39 countries later, the journey will conclude back in Fort Lauderdale.

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It's a long itinerary for a compact ship: The 781-foot-long Volendam is one of Holland America's smallest and oldest vessels.

Compared to this older counterpart, Holland America's newest ship, the Rotterdam, is almost 200 feet longer and can accommodate 1,236 more guests. However, the cruise line tapped a ship of Volendam's size to give guests a more "intimate experience."

Holland America's vessel of choice is larger than the ones being used by more luxurious companies Regent Seven Seas, Oceania, and Silversea's 2024 world cruises, which all have guest capacities of less than 700 people.

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But the Volendam is still significantly smaller than Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise vessel of choice: The 965-foot-long, 2,476-guest Serenade of the Seas .

And unlike Royal Caribbean's new mega-ships , the Volendam has no waterslides or wild rides. Instead, the 10-deck vessel features six restaurants (including a café), five bars, two pools, and activities like pickleball courts.

Compared to other global itineraries, Holland America’s 47-port world cruise might seem light.

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Ultra-luxury Regent Seven Seas and Silversea's ongoing 4 ½-month world cruises each include at least 65 ports.

But busier doesn't always mean better.

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Guests will have more time to spend at the scheduled ports by sacrificing additional destinations, Gus Antorcha, Holland America's president, said in a news release. (The ship is scheduled for overnights at nine popular destinations, including Bali, Indonesia, and Papeete, Tahiti.)

A spokesperson for Holland America told Business Insider that details about the itinerary's fares aren't available yet.

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    A Western Caribbean cruise glides calm waters to blissful destinations: Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, Cozumel, and Half Moon Cay, our award-winning private island. New 2023-2024 cruises visit bustling Belize City and sublime Roatán, Honduras. Paradise is calling—book the adventure of a lifetime today. View Cruises.

  4. Caribbean Cruises

    Caribbean Cruises, Every Year From October to April. Venture beyond the known on 7- to 21-day cruises. New for the 2023-2024 season, a 9-day Southern Caribbean itinerary that departs on a Friday and cruises the ABC islands with a late-night call in Curaçao. VIEW ALL CARRIBEAN CRUISES.

  5. CARIBBEAN WESTERN

    The best time to visit the Western isles on a cruise is between December through April, when the weather is perfect and there's very little rain. Conveniently depart from Ft. Lauderdale on 7-day Western Caribbean cruises or take a longer cruise that links two Caribbean regions. Paradise was never lost; it's right here in the Western Caribbean.

  6. Holland America Line Western Caribbean Cruise Reviews

    Holland America Line Western Caribbean Cruises: Read 822 Holland America Line Western Caribbean cruise reviews. Find great deals, tips and tricks on Cruise Critic to help plan your cruise.

  7. 7-day Western Caribbean

    Nieuw Amsterdam. DEC 8 - DEC 15, 2024. DEPARTS : Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US. ARRIVES : Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US. Visit four islands over a week. Meet stingrays in Half Moon Cay, see how jerk chicken is made in Jamaica, taste rum cake in the Cayman Islands, and explore Cozumel beaches. DATES.

  8. 7-DAY WESTERN CARIBBEAN

    ARRIVES : Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US. Bliss is both journey and the destination as you're spoiled on board and whisked to favorite islands: Half Moon Cay, Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and Cozumel. DATES. PORT. TIME. Jan 11, 2025. Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US. DEPARTS 03:00 PM. LEARN MORE.

  9. Holland America Line Western Caribbean Cruises

    Western Caribbean cruise vacations from Holland America Line. 2024, 2025 and 2026 Western Caribbean Holland America cruises to the Cayman Islands, Honduras, Mexico and more.

  10. Holland America Line Cruises to the Western Caribbean

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  11. 10-Day Western Caribbean Explorer

    10-Day Western Caribbean Explorer. Leave the real world behind and cruise the Caribbean for 10 days. Indulge in an oceanfront massage on Half Moon Cay. Cool off in Jamaica's waterfalls. Sail sparkling Cozumel seas.

  12. 14-Day Eastern / Western Caribbean

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  13. Holland America Line Caribbean Cruise Reviews

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  14. Holland America Destinations: Caribbean (Western)

    The Western Caribbean is blessed with continuously balmy, pleasant weather, making it a year-round cruising destination. Western Caribbean cruises typically last 4 to 14 nights, although there may be longer itineraries. Western Caribbean cruise ports are often found on Panama Canal sailings. Many ships will alternate 7-night eastern and western ...

  15. Find Holland America Rotterdam Cruises to the Western Caribbean

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  17. Holland America Destinations: Caribbean (All)

    The Caribbean is blessed with continuously balmy, pleasant weather, making it a year-round cruising destination. Caribbean cruises last 4 to 14 nights. Many ships will alternate 7-night eastern and western itineraries, giving passengers the option of purchasing back-to-back cruises and remaining on one ship for a 14-night sailing.

  18. Holland America Caribbean Cruise, 10 Nights From Fort Lauderdale

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  20. Western Caribbean

    Holland America Caribbean (2023-24) In a region renowned for natural beauty and tropical wonders, one island rises to the top — ours. Every one of our cruises includes a visit to our award-winning private island, Half Moon Cay, which will celebrate its 26th season in 2023-2024. Download Brochure.

  21. Western Caribbean

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  22. Holland America Cruises to Caribbean

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    Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Holland America's 8 Day Western Caribbean beginning and ending your journey in Fort Lauderdale. 1000-24 season departures. ... however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Holland America. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Holland ...

  24. #40 Jan. 2024 Western Caribbean

    Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #40Western Caribbean • Jan. 28~Feb. 4, 2024 Sailing on Holland America's Pinnacle-class Nieuw Statendam from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Grand Cayman, Roatán, Honduras & Costa Maya, Mexico. SOLD OUT! Download performance schedule here. LRBC #40 ARTIST LINEUP LRBC #40 Itinerary & Themes: 1/28: Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Depart 5p |

  25. Holland America Line Launches Cruise to All 7 Continents

    The journey will take place on Holland America Line's Volendam, the cruise line's smallest ship, with space for 1,432 guests.Cabins range from the 160-square-foot inside cabins (featuring two twin beds, a seating area, closet space, a small washroom, and no windows) to the 940-square-foot Pinnacle Suite (with a queen-size bed, a large sitting room, a dining room for eight people, a full ...

  26. This 132-day World Cruise Will Visit All 7 Continents in 2026

    Sailing round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the 1,432-passenger Volendam, the voyage will depart on Jan. 4, 2026, sailing south along the east coast of South America, all the way to ...

  27. Holland America Caribbean Cruise, 6 Nights From Fort Lauderdale

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  28. Holland America's new 4-month cruise will visit all 7 continents

    If visiting all seven continents is on your travel bucket list, a new cruise from Holland America Line will make it easy for you.. The cruise line's 2026 Grand World Voyage will traverse the ...

  29. Holland America's 132-Day World Cruise From Florida in 2026: Photos

    Compared to other global itineraries, Holland America's 47-port world cruise might seem light. The Seven Seas Mariner departed Miami on January 6 on a 132-night global expedition to 66 ports in ...

  30. Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2025-2026 Hawaii ...

    Holland America Line is setting sail for adventure with the opening of bookings for its 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises. With a focus on longer voyages and destination immersion, the premium cruise line is set to offer sailings out of five North American homeports on five separate ships for the 2025-2026 season.