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Relax, Unwind... And Let Us Handle The Details
Princess caters to those seeking a complete escape from the stressful routine of daily life by being the consummate host in the world’s most beautiful settings. We offer a total experience — more unique itineraries, affordable private balconies, flexible mealtimes with Personal Choice Dining,® and the amenities and individual service of any luxury resort, thanks to the Big Ship Choice, Small Ship Feel® of our fleet. And last but not least, we have an unfailing devotion to providing Princess-caliber Service. Come aboard!
In addition to the Traditional Dining, Princess has cooked up a revolution in cruising called Anytime Dining. This means that you no longer have to appear at a fixed time in the dining room. Instead, the choice of when and
Specialty Restaurants
Variety is the spice of life, especially when it comes to gourmet fare. That's why Princess offers several Specialty Dining options for you to choose from on every ship. These distinctive restaurants provide intimate dining in an upscale atmosphere. Reservations are suggested at these popular venues. And because these restaurants at sea are truly a special treat, a cover charge will apply per person.
Room Service
You may call for personal, complimentary room service at any time of the day or night. To have continental breakfast delivered to the stateroom, fill out the breakfast card included in the stateroom portfolio (one is also placed on the pillow) and hang it out at night on the stateroom door in order to receive delivery the next morning at the time of your choosing.
The complimentary room service menu includes sandwiches, salads, a selection of hot dishes and delicacies from the pastry shop; plus, coffee, iced tea and milk are available 24-hours a day!
Note: Dining options vary by ship. Once onboard, you may switch from Traditional Dining to Anytime Dining (subject to availability) with 24 hours notice to the Maître d'hôtel. Actual meal times are subject to change based on itinerary and season. Specialty Dining and Casual Dining venues vary by ship and charges may apply. Ultimate Balcony Dining available in select staterooms.
Onboard Activities
Find your passion. Take a ScholarShip@Sea® class on cooking, ceramics, photography and more. Shop our Duty-Free Boutiques or log on to the Web with your wireless laptop. For something physical, take an exercise class at the gym, practice your putt on the green, or get a massage at the Lotus Spa®. It's all here, exclusively on Princess.
Holland America Line
For over 135 years, Holland America Line has provided discerning travelers with the finest cruise experience on the seven seas. On board you’ll enjoy award-winning service, five-star dining and a wide variety of activities. Not to mention our spacious and comfortable staterooms, public rooms and verandahs.
When you sail with Holland America Line, you can choose from a wide range of worldwide itineraries to all seven continents. And when you’re not exploring exotic lands, you’ll take pleasure in outstanding service and comfort.
Whether you choose Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, the Panama Canal, or any of our other destinations worldwide, Holland America Line offers more of what makes a cruise truly unforgettable.
Let Holland America Line introduce you to the exceptional comforts of five-star cruising—you’ll get used to it, we promise.
Culinary Variety and Excellence
Holland America Line presents contemporary cuisine including regional specialties, traditional favorites, and itinerary-based dishes designed to appeal to the diverse tastes of discriminating guests. Expect a superb selection of delectable meals from simple to gourmet, prepared with the highest quality ingredients by professional, dedicated, well-trained international culinary staff. Whether enjoying a formal dining experience in the Main Dining Room, an intimate dinner in the exclusive Pinnacle Grill, a comfortable and casual bite in the Lido, a private meal in-room, or a poolside snack, each dish is made according to the highest standards.
Holland America Line Caters to Guests
Every opportunity is taken to spoil guests and make every meal memorable. To that end, many special dinners and culinary events are featured, including an unforgettable Master Chef's Dinner, a Captain's Dinner, an Indonesian lunch and much more. Beautiful rituals revolving around food are available throughout each cruise, including mid-morning ice-tea (on Caribbean itineraries); hot chocolate on the deck (Alaska itineraries), after-dinner cappuccino and espresso in the Explorers Lounge, and afternoon High Tea including, of course, Dutch royal tea and the new Indonesian Afternoon Tea and coffee Ceremony featured once per cruise. During the holidays, guests are provided with special surprises.
Well-known Master Chef Rudi Sodamin serves as culinary consultant for Holland American Line's fleet of five-star ships. Sodamin is the driving force behind the enhancement of Holland America Line's already superb dining experience and spearheaded the creation and development of a new line of signature menu items as part of the company's unprecedented $425 million Signature of Excellence initiative.






