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Holland America Cruise Reviews

Holland America Cruises: 12 Things You Need to Know Before Booking

20/09/202617/09/2026

Holland America has a reputation as a more traditional and premium mainstream cruise line, but what is it really like? My parents have just returned from a bargain, last-minute cruise on Nieuw Statendam. It was their first Holland America cruise … Read more

Tags booking tips, entertainment, food, holland america, service charges

Holland America Included Dining: What’s Available and Is It Any Good?

17/09/2026

My parents recently took a Holland America cruise and they didn’t pay extra for any speciality food. In this post, we’ll look at what is included in the cruise fare and how they found the trip. Overall, they were pretty … Read more

Tags food review, holland america, money saving cruise tips, Speciality restaurant

Holland America’s Cheapest Cabin: Was It Worth It? (Under £100 Per Night!)

11/09/2026

I haven’t personally cruised with Holland America yet, but my parents recently sailed on Nieuw Statendam and stayed in the cheapest, guaranteed inside cabin. My Mum very kindly shared this review with me. Inside cabins are usually the cheapest way … Read more

Tags British Isles cruise, budget cabin, cabin review, guaranteed cabins, holland america, inside cabin
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Can You Bring Alcohol on a Cruise? – Searchable Cruise Line Table

10/02/202520/07/2019

If you are taking a cruise you may be wondering if you can bring alcohol on your cruise. I’ve been on multiple cruises and have encountered a variety of rules regarding alcohol. On some cruise lines, you can take a … Read more

Tags Alcohol, Soda

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