Holland America Line will deploy six ships, including three Pinnacle-class vessels, to the Caribbean for the 2025-26 season.
- Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam, and Koningsdam will be key participants alongside Eurodam, Volendam, and Zuiderdam.
- The itineraries, numbering 74 in total, will vary from seven to 14 days and sail from Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
- Destinations include the eastern, western, and southern Caribbean as well as the Panama Canal, plus evening departures from select ports.
- All cruises will stop at HAL’s private island in the Bahamas, Half Moon Cay, enhancing the overall guest experience.
In a forward-thinking move, Holland America Line is poised to transform the Caribbean cruising landscape by deploying a fleet of six ships during the 2025-26 winter season. This includes a significant deployment of three Pinnacle-class vessels, namely Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam, and Koningsdam, marking their simultaneous presence in the Caribbean for the first time. This strategic move is expected to elevate the cruising experience available to guests in this region.
The fleet expansion is further reinforced by the inclusion of the Eurodam, Volendam, and Zuiderdam, together offering a robust lineup that signals a comprehensive strategy to tap into the burgeoning demand for Caribbean cruises. With a total of 74 meticulously planned itineraries, ranging between seven to 14 days, Holland America Line is leveraging Fort Lauderdale and Miami as primary departure points, capitalizing on their strong connectivity and accessibility.
This extensive schedule covers a diverse range of tropical destinations, including the eastern, western, and southern parts of the Caribbean and extends its reach through the celebrated Panama Canal routes. Additionally, Holland America is introducing a unique aspect to some itineraries with late-night departures from select ports like Puerto Rico, Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire. This feature is designed to enrich the travel experience by allowing greater flexibility and exploration time for guests.
A hallmark of these itineraries is the inclusion of the renowned Half Moon Cay, HAL’s private island in the Bahamas, on all voyages. This destination promises an exclusive paradise retreat, augmenting the allure of the overall cruise offering. Beth Bodensteiner, Chief Commercial Officer, notes, “This will be the first time all three of our Pinnacle-class ships are in the Caribbean together, allowing for even more opportunities for guests to experience all we have to offer.”
As customer interest in Caribbean cruises remains robust, Holland America Line’s full season of planned itineraries will cater to guests looking to customise their voyage, choosing preferred islands and cruise duration. Starting prices for these cruise experiences begin at £929 per person for a seven-day eastern Caribbean itinerary setting sail on December 6, 2025.
Holland America Line’s strategic deployment of six ships is poised to offer an unparalleled Caribbean cruise experience in 2025-26.
