White sand, black sand, talcum soft or shell-strewn. For the beauty of its beaches, the Eastern Caribbean is unequalled. Megan’s Beach, Trunk Bay, The Baths of Virgin Gorda are all in the plans. And we’ve deployed four distinctive ships to take you there, including our newest Vista-class ship, the ms Westerdam. Imagine lunch on the sunny Lido Terrace while a calypso band plays. Cocktails on your verandah while the sun sets on yet another perfect Caribbean day. 7-Day Eastern Caribbean 36 b ook early and save Thereis a certainkind of elegance that never goes out of style. It’s found in the gleaming curve of a teak deck chair, sumptuous appointments and telling details. On board the ships of Holland America Line you’ll discover an experience that is modern, fresh and appealing — in an ambiance that is timeless and refined. A wideworld of timeless elegance awaits on board. Polished brass Panoramic views From grand brightwork — await at every turn bouquets to a nautical tradition as you stroll the charming smaller — underscores teak Promenade arrangements, the pride Holland Deck encircling fresh flowers grace America Line the ship. our public rooms. takes in our ocean- faring heritage. Sunlight and stylish appointments graceyour spacious stateroom. elax into a world of comfort and easy elegance aboard Rthe ships of Holland America Line. In public rooms rich, polished woods and soft leather furniture create an inviting ambiance in which to gather. Staterooms, filled with all manner of sophisticated amenities, beckon you to retreat for hours. classic design every stateroom a gracious retreat • Refined, graceful ships designed to be true ocean-going vessels • Spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms, many with private • Wraparound teak Promenade Deck verandahs and classic teak deck chairs • Luxurious Euro-Top beds and • Spacious public rooms adorned premium linens with fine art and antiques highlighted by museum-style • Large, extra-fluffy Egyptian cotton self-guided iPod® tours towels; lighted magnifying mirrors; massage showerheads; salon-quality • Marine-blue hulls hair dryers • Polished brass brightwork — • Elemis Aromapure’s luxurious a classic nautical touch “Time to Spa” aromatherapy skincare and spa-therapies products mid-sized ships • Luxurious terry cloth bathrobes • Ships designed to be large enough to offer diverse amenities while carrying • Flat-panel televisions with DVD players far fewer guests • Generous storage • More space per guest than other • Complimentary fresh fruit premium cruise lines • Complimentary 24-hour • Wide variety of larger staterooms, in-room dining most with ocean views or spacious private verandahs • Nightly turndown service • Largest, most comfortable and finely suite accommodations appointed suites of any major cruise line For guests choosing suite accommodations, Holland America Line offers a host of • Early embarkation program allows complimentary services that will forever guests to board as early as 11:00am spoil you for any other stateroom class. See page 67 for complete details. welcome aboard the mariners dream video clip stateroom experience Luxurious living is found in every detail, from soft signature bedding to fragrant bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure. www.hollandamerica.com 5 above and beyond raising servicetoanart. Two sugars in your Your stateroom tea . ice delivered steward is at to your suite at your service 5:00pm. It is throughout your our pleasure to voyage, providing remember your a consummate every preference. level of house- keeping care. Graciousness. It’s evident in the glow of pride on a crew member’s face, the crisp fold of a napkin, the summons of pleasant musical chimes to dinner. Ours are the service traditions that have long defined classic cruising, refined and perfected for new generations who recognize service as the ultimate luxury. polished service whereperfection is inthedetails. lways at the heart of the Holland America Line A experience is a warm and intuitive style of service that is never in the way — and never out of reach. Expect excellence: We sail with nearly one crew member for every two guests. a signature style in the restaurants • #1 preferred cruise line 2006 • Two expert servers per table in the Portrait of Affluent Travelers™ main Dining Room, selected for survey — Yesawich, Pepperdine, their proven abilities to remember Brown & Russell guest preferences • consistently among the world’s • Knowledgeable wine stewards adept highest-rated cruise lines — at pairing wine with food Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ • Tableside waiter service in Choice Awards and Travel + Leisure the enhanced Lido, our popular World’s Best Awards casual-dining restaurant • best overall service — • Executive chefs inducted into the Porthole Cruise Magazine Readers’ prestigious Confrérie de la Chaîne Choice Awards des Rôtisseurs, an international • Warm, intuitive style of service — food and wine society never in the way, never out of reach throughout the ship • Nearly one crew member for every two guests • Poolside beverage service featuring handcrafted tropical cocktails and • 135 years of polished performance signature recipes using fresh-squeezed in your stateroom juices and premium ingredients • Expert fitness instructors in yoga, • Daily housekeeping to refresh Pilates and weight training fruit, tidy belongings and keep staterooms immaculate • European-trained aestheticians in the Spa • Nightly turndown service • Gaming lessons offered by Casino staff • Complimentary 24-hour in-room dining • Complimentary lemonade and iced tea served on deck midafternoon • Ice service and shoeshine service • Welcome connectivity for your cell • Use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge phone and other wireless devices, and personal concierge service for thanks to satellite broadband services Penthouse Verandah and Deluxe (see page 95) Verandah Suite guests explore awards and gracious service accolades A genuinely warm smile and gracious, prompt attention are the hallmarks of the extraordinary service you’ll experience on board. www.hollandamerica.com 9 elegant dining setting thestagefor delight. On crisp whitelinen course after course arrives, each a small triumph of planning and preparation, beginning with fine fresh produce and the choicest cuts of meat and seafood. Behind the scenes our master chefs have brought flavors to perfection. Succulent lobster in our elegant main Dining Room . aged Sterling Silver Beef ® in the Pinnacle Grill . your choices are delicious and diverse. Culinary Hand-dipped inspiration chocolates, an changes by the after-dinner day as our chefs tradition in the create menus Explorer’s Lounge, that reflect exotic are the perfect regional flavors finish to a and recipes. lovely day. Takeyour placefor another enchanting evening. ntrigue your senses. Prepare for an extraordinary Iculinary adventure. From a casual bite poolside to a formal five-course affair, the crew of Holland America Line know how to orchestrate a truly memorable dining experience. the elegant main • Complimentary 24-hour dining room in-room dining • Luxurious Dining Room, graced • The Terrace Grill on deck, where with fine art and antiques swimsuits are suitable attire • Sophisticated details including • Late-night snack, chocolate Rosenthal china and crisp white dessert extravaganza table linens • Explorations Café featuring pastries • Five-course menus with offerings from and espresso drinksU classic preparations and regionally • Daily Afternoon Tea service, elevated to inspired cuisine to vegetarian dishes Royal Dutch High Tea once per cruise • Choice of four dinner sittings * • Romantic formal nights, a master staff and crew a traditional cruise favorite • Menu design under the direction of Master Chef Rudi Sodamin the pinnacle grill experience • Executive chefs inducted into the prestigious Confrérie de la Chaîne • Intimate, reservations-only dining des Rôtisseurs, an international featuring Sterling Silver Beef ® and food and wine society fresh seafood • Two expert servers per table in • Luxurious appointments including the main Dining Room Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens signature touches • Extensive wine list featuring • Hand-dipped chocolates in the many selections rated “Excellent” Explorer’s Lounge by Wine Spectator • Ice cream bar featuring other delightful complimentary treats ways to dine • Complimentary hot hors d’oeuvres • Fresh, cooked-to-order specialties during cocktail hour in the relaxed Lido Restaurant for breakfast and lunch * ms Prinsendam has two dinner sittings. U Explorations Café facilities vary by ship. • Made-to-order dinner entrées and tableside waiter service in the Lido for dinner Each evening explore is a celebration sophisticated dining of fine food and wine, a feast for the eyes, explore the palate and dining options the soul. explore food options www.hollandamerica.com 13 The perfect Take a yoga or The world is at morning: a cup Pilates class. Go your fingertips, of espresso and for a swim in the with e-mail and The New York pool up on deck. Internet access Times crossword Melt under the available twenty- puzzle in the spell of a massage four hours a day. Explorations Café. in the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. indulge inabundant activities and choices. Fall into therhythm of relaxing and inspiring days aboard Holland America Line. On one you might opt for a hot-stone massage in our luxurious Greenhouse Spa & Salon. Another day elect to attend a cooking demonstration in the Culinary Arts Center, improve your golf swing, or spend time with