Holland America Line is experiencing a remarkable increase in demand for European cruises, with bookings for the 2026 season exceeding those recorded at this time last year by more than a third.
The increase is particularly significant for trips to Northern Europe, which have grown by almost 50% year-on-year, as travelers seek the region's spectacular natural landscapes and easily navigable cities. Convenient departures from both Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and Dover, England, offer guests easy access to some of the region's most breathtaking scenery and culturally rich ports. Guests can book a wide variety of itineraries, including many aboard the cruise line's flagship, Rotterdam.
“Given the strong pace of bookings we’re seeing and our Wave ‘Start Your Journey’ promotion currently underway, I would recommend that anyone considering a summer cruise to Europe book as soon as possible,” said Dan Rough, Vice President of Revenue Management for Holland America Line. “With our Dutch roots and unparalleled expertise in the region, guests know they’re traveling with European cruise experts when they choose Holland America. These voyages will sell out, and at the rate we’re seeing this year, now is a great time to secure your ideal cruise.”.
Guests sailing through Europe with Holland America Line in 2026 can expect a profoundly enriching experience, shaped by the brand's long history in the region and by carefully crafted itineraries:
- Immersive itineraries with more time in port, with many itineraries allowing dinners ashore in the evening, cultural shows and enjoying the local nightlife in popular cities of the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
- Access to iconic cities and hidden gems, with more than 175 UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Gastronomic experiences inspired by each region, with menus inspired by Mediterranean, Northern European and British Isles cuisine.
Guests can book their European cruise with complete peace of mind, knowing they won't miss a single match of the 26 FIFA World Cup™. Holland America Line will broadcast all matches across its fleet. From June 11 to July 19, 2026, all 104 matches of the tournament will be shown in staterooms via Sport 24's dedicated event channels, with select matches also being shown on the Lido's big screen or in the World Stage theaters.
For a limited time, guests who book with the Have It All can choose from several European itineraries with a $25 deposit and a free upgrade to a balcony stateroom, including:
- 14 days through the wild British Isles: overnight in Glasgow, departing on May 30, 2026 aboard the Nieuw Statendam.
- 14 days Greece, Italy and the French Riviera – Collector's Trip, departing on August 22, 2026 aboard the Oosterdam.
- 7 days Western Mediterranean with HISTORY Channel, departing on August 29, 2026 aboard the Oosterdam.
- 14-day Arctic Crossing and North Cape with HISTORY Channel, departing August 30, 2026 aboard the Rotterdam.
- 13 days Norwegian Fjords with HISTORY Channel, departing on September 19, 2026 aboard the Nieuw Statendam.
- 7 days Norwegian Fjords with Nordfjord, departing on October 31, 2026 aboard the Nieuw Statendam.
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