Holland America is one of the world’s best-known cruise ship companies, owns and operates the 61,000 ton Amsterdam, an impressive ship that serves as many as 1,380 guests on every voyage.
The ship lists many different ports of call in its itinerary. These include cruises to Alaska, the Panama Canal, South America, Mexico and even Bermuda. There are 10 decks open to passengers and many excellent amenities available to them. These include a Culinary Arts Center that features a “demo kitchen” and cooking lessons for aspiring gourmets. There is a Spa & Salon for those who are health-conscious and youth facilities designed to keep younger passengers fully occupied and entertained. The Queen’s Lounge provides live shows nightly. And, as is true for any superior cruise line, there are a host of outstanding restaurants and cafes serving an eclectic mix of world-class cuisine and many pubs and bars, as well.
