Here’s what you should know before booking your Holland America cruise.

ThisTravel + Leisurereader-favorite cruise lineprovides a luxury cruise ship experience without the luxury price tag.

Based on my Holland America experience, I can confirm that the service is top-notch.

Exterior of Koningsdam

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I sailed on theEurodam, and the main dining room servers always greeted my sister and me by name.

(Each vessel accommodates between 1,432 and 2,668 passengers.)

Think yellowtail snapper while cruising the Caribbean, sardines in the Mediterranean, and halibut in Alaska.

Rotterdam in a fjord

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King’s Blues Club.

For some well-deserved R&R, head to the spa or the adults-only Retreat area.

There are ample public spaces and activities, but dont expect over-the-top entertainment.

Exterior of Nieuw Statendam

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It also hosts activities like wine tasting and bingo.

The ships musical-inspired decor includes signed guitars from Queen, The Rolling Stones, and Eric Clapton.

Volendam

Inaugural Year: 1999

Volendamis the lines oldest operating ship, dating back 25 years.

Nieuw Amsterdam sailing by mountains

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Exterior of Eurodam ship

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Noordam in Australia

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Westerdam sailing through snowy mountains

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Oosterdam in Alaska

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Aerial view of Zuiderdam

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Zaandam sailing by a beach

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Volendam sailing by glaciers

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