Designed for extended world cruises, Holland America’s cabins and suites are roomier than many, with significant closet space. The newly appointed cabins include Sealy soft-top mattresses, thick oversized bath towels, and elegantly patterned half-bedspreads and matching throw pillows.

Holland of America offers more than 30 different stateroom categories, from single cabins to Spa Verandah staterooms, whether you’re traveling solo or with your family, Holland will have the perfect stateroom for you!

In this era where ships are constantly adding a la carte charges beyond the norm, Holland America is refreshingly value-oriented; free activities such as BBC Earth Experiences, Exploration Central, Microsoft Studio, and O, The Oprah Magazine are included in your cruise fare.

America’s Test Kitchen offers a wide variety of culinary shows, where you will not only have the chance to witness cooking demonstrations but also learn about important ingredients in the kitchen such as chili, butter, flour, etc.

During the day, families will have the chance to watch movies in the Queen’s lounge when this venue is not being used for the B.B. King’s Blues Club.

The Vista is Noordam’s main dining room, an elegant double-decked venue at the ship’s stern. Serving five-course dinners at two separate times, as well as “As You Wish”, an open seating option giving the guests the chance to have dinner anytime from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

The Lido Restaurant serves everything from pancakes, omelets, and freshly squeezed orange juice to pizzas, pasta, soups, and stir-fry. At dinner, those who don’t feel like dressing up can get the same entrées as found on the main dining room’s evening menu. The Lido is also the venue for the Midnight Dessert Extravaganza.

The Pinnacle Grill and Canaletto are the two specialty restaurants onboard, whether you’re in the mood for a premium steak or a classic Italian dish, these two places are worth trying out.

Make it an adventure and explore all the bars and lounges aboard the Noordam. Right in the middle of the ship, you can find the Atrium Bar, where mixology classes take place and you can also taste original cocktails.

Make the Piano Bar your second stop, here you’ll enjoy the soft melodies of talented musicians. Continue your journey at the Explorer’s Lounge, perfect meet-up place for pre and after dinner drinks.

If you’re planning to spend much of your time outdoors, then visit the Sea View Bar, located by the adults-only Seaview Pool where you probably will lose track of time admiring the oceanview.

During the day, you’ll find yourself busy with cooking demonstrations, Microsoft workshops, trivia quizzes, shuffleboard games, and casino tournaments.

The evening entertainment is quite varied as well, ranging from pianists playing classical music to jazz concerts with the B.B. King’s Blue Club.

The three-tier Vista Lounge, the ship's main theatre, is a modern marvel featuring Broadway revues and individual performers, comedy shows and other classic performances.

The upscale Greenhouse Spa features a private, inner-sanctum thermal suite with heated ceramic lounges and aromatherapy steam rooms, an idyllic retreat after a long day of sightseeing.

Work off all the buffets and midnight snacks in Holland’s lavish, oceanview gym. Holland’s fitness facilities feature a professional staff, weight and aerobic conditioning equipment, and for your relaxation, a sauna, solarium, and steam rooms are available. Tailored to your needs, the fusion of traditional exercise and cutting-edge fitness services will have you looking and feeling your best!

Noordam’s youth facilities were expanded and enhanced in 2010. Teens can escape parental eyes in their own Oasis, complete with hammocks, palm trees, and a 9-foot waterfall; the hideaway also offers easy access to The Loft teen club, the video arcade, and basketball court.

In separate areas, members of the Club HAL staff engage children ages 3–7 (must be toilet-trained) and 8–12 with age-appropriate activities. To enjoy a night out, parents can arrange babysitting from 10 PM-midnight for a nominal fee.

Holland’s Boutiques offer you the ideal gifts to create a lasting memory of your cruise. Exquisite jewelry, the latest fashion apparel and accessories, designer fragrances, liquor, and collectibles are just some of the items available for purchase onboard. Everything is tax and duty-free with great savings comparing to retail prices.