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Why Book With AWCV?

American Way Cruise Vacations has been working with Holland America line for more than thirty years; we have the experience and relationship with the line necessary to ensure that each voyage booked with us meets or exceeds your expectations. At American Way Cruise Vacations we believe that service is our most important product, and we provide it to all of our customers in addition to our low rates and amenities. You will not find an extra charge if you need to call us, or fees of any kind (unless imposed by the cruise line.) In addition to guaranteed savings, customers also receive exclusive "American Way Extras" on most voyages, such as onboard credits and other amenities. Finally, when booking with American Way Cruise vacations, customers will benefit from our "Price Assurance" policy, which applies to all sailings.

Experience the Holland America Line Difference

Signature of Excellence

Spacious, Elegant Ships

• Graceful, mid-sized ships, featuring more space per guest than other major premium cruise lines
• Spacious public rooms adorned with fresh floral arrangements, fine art and antiques
• Staterooms with 25 percent more space and verandahs that are the largest of any premium cruise line
• Mariner's Dream™ stateroom, featuring plush Euro-Top mattresses, flat-screen TVs and DVD players and other fine amenities

Worldwide Itineraries

• Holland America sails to the world's most exotic and timeless locales, offering a variety of cruise lenths and itineraries
• Holland America offers both short and long voyages, ranging from seven to more than 100 days
• Medallion Shore Excursions featuring unique historical, cultural and naturalist explorations
• Holland America is renowned for its spectacular Caribbean private island, Half Moon Cay
• View Holland America Itineraries on American Way Cruise Vacations Holland America Main Page, and browse fantastic destinations and take advantage of our low prices & amenities

Extensive Activities & Enrichment Programs

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

• Hydrotherapy pool with delightfully warm & therapeutic sea water (most ships)
• Heated ceramic lounge reminiscent of an opulent Turkish bath (except Prinsendam)
• Deluxe private treatment rooms, including couple's massage rooms
• Massage therapy inspired by an exotic blend of cultures - from Hawaiian Lomi Lomi to Chinese Tui Na
• The finest exotic skin, body, hair and nail treatments
• Holland America's professional therapists are trained to guide you through your spa experience

Culinary Arts Center

• Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine magazine, featuring tasting events, demonstrations and cooking classes
• Passengers can sample fine wines from various regions or learn how to make new and exotic gourmet dishes in Holland America's interactive cooking class taught by Holland America's Master Chefs or renowned culinary guests
• On Holland America sailings, you can learn professional techniques and secrets from top culinary professionals. You can also participate by preparing your own dishes and by taking part in wine tasting reflecting the ports-of-call you will visit

Fitness Onboard

• Holland America's vessels offer state of the art complete fitness centers including the finest equipment and fitness experts
• Pathway to Yoga Yoga is an ancient Hindu practice that offers a pathway to physical and mental strength through specific postures and breathing techniques. Holland America offers a variety of Yoga styles in classes for students of all levels
• Mat Pilates Developed in the 1920s by the legendary personal trainer Joseph Pilates, the Pilates method is an exercise system that combines posture and controlled moves. Holland America's is mat based and appropriate for students of all levels
• Cardio Ki-Bo Circuit Training A great combination of Chi-releasing moves including boxercise, kickboxing and aerobic conditioning. Holland America's fitness experts place emphasis on technique and help push you to your cardiovascular limit
• Aquarobics This program features a low-impact water workout. You will effortlessly strengthen tone and energize mind and body
• Pilates Reformer The Pilates method is a unique exercise practice designed to improve flexibility and strength for the body without adding bulk. The Pilates method is not simply an exercise; it is a specialized series of precise movements engaging body and mind, performed on specifically designed exercise apparatuses and supervised by Holland America's trained fitness directors

Holland America Casino

• Table Games Play Blackjack, Roulette, Craps (select ships), Three Card Poker, Texas Hold 'Em and more
• Slots From penny to five-dollar machines and multi- denomination games, plus video poker, we've got the game for you. You'll find slot favorites such as Wolf Run, Wheel of Fortune, Super Jackpot Party and more!. And the Megacash jackpot, the biggest progressive jackpot at sea, is linked to over 50 cruise ships worldwide
• Cruise Lottery Guests on all ships can play the cruise lottery for a chance to win a 7- day cruise
• Tournaments Join in the fun of a Slot or Blackjack tournament for that extra chance to win big
• Gaming Lessons Learn how to play a new casino game with free gaming lessons on board

Spectacular Holland America Activites

• Explorations Cafe, powered by The New York Times, offering Internet, music listening stations, premium coffee & espresso beverages, 2,000 plus books, and more
• Explorations Speaker Series on cruises of 10 days or longer
• Club HAL®, offering a variety of supervised children's activities, special activities and space devoted to teens only
• Holland America offers personalized wedding ceremonies, with custom photography, cake, catering, etc.
• Enjoy cocktails or champagne as award-winning Holland America entertainers, many with Broadway credits, perform dazzling musical numbers, mind boggling illusions and uproarious comedy

As You Wish® Dining On All Cruises

Holland America offers an array of dining options from five-course meals to fast casual dining. Holland America's As You Wish® dining lets you choose the venues and style of dining that caters to your particular taste.

Holland America's Elegant Main Dining Room

• Luxurious ambience, decorated with fine art and antiques
• Pristine Rosenthal china and ivory white table linens
• Five-course menus with offerings from classical preparations to regionally inspired cuisine to vegetarian options
• Passengers may choose from traditional pre-set seating and dining hours or flexible and open options

The Pinnacle Grill Experience

• Intimate dining featuring Sterling Silver Beef® and fresh seafood
• Luxurious utensils and glasses including Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens
• Comprehensive wine list featuring a wide selection spectrum rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator
• Featuring "An Evening at Le Cirque in the Pinnacle Grill"

Other Dining Options

• Fresh, tempting specialties in the Lido Restaurant during lunch and breakfast hours
• Made-to-order dinner entrees and tableside waiter service in the Lido Restaurant for dinner
• 24-hour in-room dining
• The Terrace Grill on deck
• Variety of Late-night snacks; Chocolate Dessert Extravaganza
• Explorations Cafe featuring pastries and espresso drinks
• Daily Afternoon Tea service, elevated to Royal Dutch High Tea once per cruise

A Master Staff and Crew

• Enhanced menu design under the direction of Master Chef Rudi Sodamin
• Executive chefs inducted into the prestigious Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs, an international food and wine society

Signature Touches

• Ice cream bar featuring complimentary desserts
• Hot hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour

Select Sample Menus (Select To View)

• pinnacle grill menu
• canaletto menu
• tamarind menu
• lido menu

Special dietary needs, such as vegetarian, diabetic or gluten-free meals, are easily accommodated with advance requests. Kosher meals and a Health Conscious Dining option are also available. To arrange special meal options, please notify an American Way Cruise Vacations travel specialist or specify your preference as early as possible. An American Way Cruise Vacation travel specialist will be happy to make accommodations for you.

Each Stateroom Includes...

• Spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms, many with private verandahs
• Luxurious Mariner's Dream™ beds and premium linens
• Daily housekeeping to tidy belongings and keep staterooms immaculate
• Large, extra-fluffy Egyptian cotton towels
• Lighted magnifying mirrors; massage showerheads; salon-quality hair dryers
• Luxurious terry cloth bathrobes
• Elemis Aromapure "Time to Spa" bath amenities
• Televisions (some HDTV) with DVD players
• Generous storage
• Complimentary fresh fruit
• Complimentary 24-hour in-room dining
• Nightly turndown service
• Complimentary shoeshine service
• Complimentary ice service

If there is a particular accommodation that you would like for your cabin, please contact an American Way Cruise Vacations travel specialist as early as possible. If booking online, please specify what particular accommodation you would like provided when booking. Also, American Way Cruise Vacations travel specialists will be happy to answer any questions or address any concerns you have. Contact by e-mail or telephone.