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Liverpool Cruise Port

Departing from the maritime city of Liverpool is the route to a friendly and efficient start to your holiday. Embarkation and disembarkation takes place in the same shared space and so for this reason, your cruise ticket includes a link to Check-in , which details your allocated arrival window, to help steady the flow of guests checking in for a smooth and safe embarkation. We kindly ask that you only arrive within your dedicated arrival window. If you arrive early, we ask that you return during the time specified for your arrival. Should you be delayed for any reason and miss your arrival window, the cruise check-in desks will be open for late arrivals.

Checking in

At check-in, you will be asked to present your passport. You will also need to register a credit or debit card to open your on board account. To keep things simple, all purchases you make during your cruise will be added to your account.

Wheelchairs & Scooters

If you intend to bring a wheelchair or scooter on board, it must be pre-booked in advance. Due to health and safety regulations, each vessel has a strict limit to the number of mobility devices on board. If you haven’t pre-booked and wish to check the availability of wheelchair and scooter spaces on your cruise, call Guest Services on 0800 0355 145. On arrival at the port, please bring your wheelchair or scooter to check-in. We kindly request that you do not pack mobility devices in your luggage.

Travelling to the Cruise Terminal, Liverpool by Car

If you are travelling to Liverpool by car and wish to use SatNav, please use the following post code:

Liverpool Cruise Terminal: L3 1DL

- Leave the M6 at Junction 21a, and take the M62 towards Liverpool.

- Follow the M62 to the end, keeping directly ahead for the A5080.

- Continue on this road until it merges into the A5047, following signs to Liverpool City Centre, the Cruise Terminal and Central Tourist Attractions.

From A55 – North Wales

- Head west on the A55, then continue onto A494.

- Merge onto the A550, via the ramp to Birkenhead, stay on the A550 before continuing onto the A41.

- Bear left onto Tunnel Road, then right onto King's Square (Toll Road).

- Stay on the Mersey Tunnel/Queensway route and then turn onto the A5036.

Arriving by your own car (if you have pre-booked car parking with CPS)

Please drive directly to the Q-Park Liverpool ONE car park ( L1 8LT ) where you will be met by a Cruise and Passenger Services representatives who will check your car in, and you will then be transported from the car park to Liverpool Cruise Terminal for check-in.

Arriving by other transport

If you are not arriving in your own car, please proceed directly to the Cruise Terminal drop off area where you will be directed by our team to the arrival area, which is a short walk away. Please have your travel documents, proof of a negative lateral flow test result and vaccination ready. You will then be shown to the check-in area where you will receive your cabin cards.

Parking for your cruise, Liverpool

Should you require car parking at your departure port, please contact:

CPS - Cruise and Passenger Services Contact 0345 071 3939 | www.cruiseparking.co.uk for prices and to book. Email: [email protected]   When booking your parking please have the following information to hand:

• Registration number
• Vehicle make and model
• Plus any required assistance which may need to be noted

If you have booked and pre-paid car parking with CPS, you will be advised at the time of booking what documentation will be sent and required to present on arrival at the port. 

If you have booked a cruise that includes complimentary car parking, you're still required to book a car parking space. Fred. Olsen will issue a complimentary voucher 2 to 3 weeks before sailing and this will be posted directly, or via your travel agent. This complimentary voucher must be presented to car park staff upon arrival. Regrettably, if guests forget this voucher they will be required to pay the full ‘on the day’ rate, which cannot be reimbursed by Fred. Olsen.

Alternatively, you may wish to consider a pre or post cruise stay:

Company: The Crowne Plaza Hotel Tel: 0151 243 8000 Email:  [email protected]  or visit  Crowne Plaza   https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/liverpool/lpluk/hoteldetail  for details.

Travelling to Liverpool by Train

Liverpool Lime Street is Liverpool's mainline station, with trains connecting the city to Manchester, London, Scotland and the rest of the UK. Lime Street is approximately a 20 minute walk from the Cruise Terminal or approximately 5 minutes by taxi - see local taxi company details below. National Rail Enquiries (08457 484 950) can assist with specific train times.

Please note: There is no free porter service available at Lime Street Station.

For those wishing to book a taxi pick up:

Company: Computer Cab (Liverpool) Tel No: 0151 298 2222 E-mail: [email protected] Other companies are also available.

Subject to availability, we offer a shuttle bus service to Liverpool Lime Street Train Station on your day of disembarkation. This is a payable service that can be booked on board your ship with our friendly Guest Services Team. Please note that bookings are made on a first come, first served basis and more information, including ticket prices and times will be detailed in the Daily Times.

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Cruise from Liverpool

Situated on the River Mersey just a few nautical miles from the open waves of the Irish Sea, cruises departing from Liverpool are easily accessible by road, rail and air and offer the perfect UK departure port for anyone living in the North of the UK.

Liverpool is the home to a great deal of maritime history, and cruises depart to destinations across Europe throughout the year. Fred Olsen Cruise Line and others are offering regular departures direct from Liverpool to destinations including the Norwegian Fjords, the Canary Islands and Canada.

By Train: Travel to Liverpool Lime Street Station which is well connected to most UK cities. From here you can reach your cruise from Liverpool by taking a short taxi ride.

By Car: Take the motorway to Liverpool and turn off at the A5036. Take a right at the junction at A565 and follow the signs to the docks to reach the cruise terminal.

Post Code for Sat Nav:   L3 1DL

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Southampton is the UK's premier cruise port, handling over a million cruise passengers each year. Cruises departing from Southampton occur all year around to a host of destinations including the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Canary Islands and more.

Home to the Royal Yacht Britannia, the Ocean Terminal at Leith is easily reachable from Edinburgh. During the 2019 cruise season, Cruise & Maritime Voyages will be offering a selection of Northern Europe cruises departing from Leith on board the adults-only ms Marco Polo.

Situated just 13 miles away from Edinburgh and 8 miles from Fife on the north bank of the Firth of Forth and offering incredible scenic views of the Forth Rail bridges, the Port of Rosyth offers cruises departing direct from Scotland to the highlights of the British Islands and Northern Europe.

The port of Greenock is easily accessible from Glasgow, with a wide variety of road, rail and even air connections makes cruises departing from Greenock easier for passengers based in Scotland and Northern England.

The port of Dundee is situated a convenient distance from Edinburgh and located close to the rejuvenated waterfront, with spectacular views over the River Tay. Cruises sailing from Dundee tend to visit northern Europe or sail around the UK.

Cruises departing from Newcastle set sail from the award winning Port of Tyne, which is easily accessible from the North of England and Scotland by road and rail. The cruise terminal itself is located at North Shields, just 8 miles away from the centre of Newcastle.

Situated on the River Thames just over 20 miles downriver from the world-famous Tower Bridge, the London Cruise Terminal offers cruises departing from Tilbury easy access and connections from the South of England.

Situated on the south coast of England and with a long and proud naval heritage. Passengers with cruises departing from Portsmouth International Port will now enjoy the newly refurbished passenger terminal making it one of the most modern in the UK.

Dover is the UK's second biggest cruise port handling around 300,000 cruise passengers each year. What could be better than setting sail on your cruise with the backdrop of the White Cliffs and Dover Castle?

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Liverpool, United Kingdom (UK) (GBLIV)

Port of Liverpool is located in United Kingdom (UK) at 53.4434N, 3.0171W. 41 vessels have arrived within the past 24 hours and 21 ships are expected to arrive in the next 30 days.

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• Celebrity Silhouette 3.463 passengers 18 May 2024 - 09:00
• ms Rotterdam 3.210 passengers 20 May 2024 - 08:00
• Amadea 624 passengers 23 May 2024 - 08:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 25 May 2024 - 00:00
• Costa Favolosa 3.617 passengers 29 May 2024 - 09:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 30 May 2024 - 00:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 01 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Queen Anne 3.353 passengers 03 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 08 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Ambition 1.428 passengers 11 Jun 2024 - 09:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 15 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Britannia 4.406 passengers 16 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Jewel Of The Seas 2.573 passengers 18 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• ms Nieuw Statendam 3.218 passengers 23 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Ambition 1.428 passengers 23 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 24 Jun 2024 - 06:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 27 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Viking Neptune 930 passengers 28 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Viking Neptune 930 passengers 29 Jun 2024 - 00:00
• Celebrity Silhouette 3.463 passengers 29 Jun 2024 - 09:00
• Seven Seas Mariner 779 passengers 30 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Ambition 1.428 passengers 04 Jul 2024 - 09:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 06 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Viking Neptune 930 passengers 09 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Carnival Legend 2.549 passengers 09 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Viking Neptune 930 passengers 10 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Mein Schiff 3 2.700 passengers 13 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Ambition 1.428 passengers 15 Jul 2024 - 09:00
• Seabourn Quest 540 passengers 18 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 19 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Viking Sky 930 passengers 23 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Viking Sky 930 passengers 24 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Carnival Legend 2.549 passengers 24 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Arcadia 1.904 passengers 25 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Jewel Of The Seas 2.573 passengers 26 Jul 2024 - 07:00
• Ambition 1.428 passengers 27 Jul 2024 - 09:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 30 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Silver Spirit 648 passengers 30 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Ambition 1.428 passengers 01 Aug 2024 - 07:00
• Viking Sky 930 passengers 03 Aug 2024 - 00:00
• Viking Sky 930 passengers 04 Aug 2024 - 00:00
• AIDAbella 2.500 passengers 11 Aug 2024 - 08:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 12 Aug 2024 - 08:00
• ms Rotterdam 3.210 passengers 12 Aug 2024 - 08:00
• Oceania Nautica 803 passengers 13 Aug 2024 - 08:00
• Carnival Legend 2.549 passengers 14 Aug 2024 - 07:00
• Bolette 1.656 passengers 15 Aug 2024 - 00:00
• ms Europa 408 passengers 16 Aug 2024 - 07:00
• Spirit of Adventure 1.000 passengers 20 Aug 2024 - 08:00
• Azamara Quest 781 passengers 22 Aug 2024 - 07:30

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Giant cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 docked in Liverpool today

The 15-deck vessel is currently on a cruise around the British Isles

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Mega cruise liner Mein Schiff 3 is docked in the cruise terminal today.

The ship, operated by TUI Cruises, is on a 10-day cruise around Great Britain and Northern Ireland, taking in Invergordon and Glasgow in Scotland, as well as Belfast, Liverpool and Southampton. The voyage started in the ship's home port of Bremerhaven in Germany and will end in the same city on May 20.

Mein Schiff 3, which first took to the seas in 2014, boasts luxurious amenities across 15 decks, including nine restaurants and bistros. The ship holds up to 2,700 passengers as well as 1,000 crew members.

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She has more than 1,200 cabins and is one of six identical sister ships, numbered from 1 to 6. The name 'Mein Schiff' means 'My Ship' in English.

According to Cruise and Travel: "Life on board the ship is very relaxed, with lots of room to retreat, as well as spa areas, excellent dining and Finnish saunas."

More than 80% of the cabins have a balcony and the Himmel and Meer Suites are two-storey. The highest floor is a private roof terrace with sun beds.

After her stay in Liverpool, the ship's next stop will be Southampton on May 18, before she returns to Bremerhaven.

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New cruise line offers ‘unlimited’ holidays at sea – for $299,999.

A life at sea beckons on a new cruise line setting sail later this month, with a one-off payment for unlimited voyages around the globe.

US -based Villa Vie Residences, which describes itself as “a leading innovator in modern-day residential cruising” has revealed its ‘Endless Horizons’ programme, which gives a guarantee of a cabin aboard Villa Vie Odyssey .

There is no limit to the amount of time that passengers can stay on the ship and it’s an all-inclusive package with some excursions thrown in when the ship docks at destinations across the globe.

Passengers don’t have to live on board the entire time – the only stipulation is that 30 days’ notice must be given before rejoining.

The package costs $299,999 (£236,980) for single occupancy and $499,999 (£394,965) for two in an ‘Outside Cabin’.

And although the concept is promoted as “transforming the concept of retirement”, the company confirmed to The Independent that there is no minimum age to purchase the package.

By comparison, the average price of a studio flat in London is around £315,000, according to Property London – without the added benefit of seeing the world.

Friends and family can join the residents on the cruise at a cost of $129 (£102) a day.

The ship, which is currently undergoing extensive refurbishment in Belfast, was built in 1993 and has sailed for a number of different cruise lines, including Cunard (as Crown Dynasty ) and most recently Fred Olsen Cruise Lines as Braemar . In 2019, while carrying her full capacity of 929 passengers, she became the longest ship ever to cruise through the Corinth Canal in Greece .

The plan is for Villa Vie Odyssey to constantly sail around the world, with its inaugural cruise – lasting three-and-a-half years, visiting all seven continents with stops in more than 425 ports in 147 countries – due to depart on 30 May. It was originally due to set sail on 15 May.

“Our goal is to offer a seamless solution for those looking to retire on a fixed budget to never worry about ongoing expenses again,” said Mikael Petterson, chief executive officer of Villa Vie Residences.

"This is more than just a travel opportunity; it’s a new way of life. For less than the price of an average home, you can secure a lifetime of experiences.”

According to the terms and conditions of the programme, this purchase will be a minimum of 15 years, the company states, which will be at least four circumnavigations of the world, but guarantees accommodation for “the entire operational life of the ship”.

The maiden voyage of Villa Vie Odyssey comes months after would-be passengers were left stranded when a three-year cruise was cancelled just weeks before it was scheduled to depart.

The once-in-a-lifetime experience was called-off by operator Life at Sea just two weeks before it was set to sail due to a lack of ship availability, leaving some passengers homeless .

Prior to the planned cruise, Kimberly Arizzi sold her entire apartment, all her clothes and furniture to pay for the trip, which she had hoped would kick off her retirement.

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'The plan is very detailed' for Queen Anne's spectacular naming celebrations

C unard's new Queen Anne is set to make her spectacular maiden call at Liverpool in less than a month and preparations are fully underway.

The 113,000gt ship which is more than 1,000ft long, almost 117ft wide and rises to 14 decks will arrive in Liverpool on Monday, June 3. Queen Anne , which carries 3,000 guests and 1,245 crew, will be in command by Captain Inger Thorhauge.

Alongside her will be Liverpool Marine Pilot James Smart who will ensure the mighty liner’s safe passage. Shortly after sunrise on Monday, June 3 she will cross the Mersey Bar and start her approach to Liverpool’s world-famous waterfront where she will be officially named later in the day.

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Ports throughout the world, and the ships using them, rely on local pilots for their experience, expertise and knowledge of their waters to oversee arrivals, ship movements and moorings as well as departures. Queen Anne , set to become the first Cunard Queen to be named at Liverpool, became the fourth ship in Cunard’s current fleet in April and is the second largest Cunarder (behind flagship Queen Mary 2) built in the company’s 184-year history.

The 249th ship to fly the Cunard flag is fitted with a very sophisticated state of the art propulsion system which eases her manoeuvrability and handling in port. For the past two months the Liverpool pilot has been familiarising himself with her characteristics on the pilots’ own hi tech simulator located at their riverside headquarters in Birkenhead .

James Smart said: "Cunard supplied the QA data package for us to load onto our simulator. It has given us a terrific opportunity to familiarise ourselves with the ship as we can expect her to be on the Mersey next month."

He added: "Any maiden call is, by definition, a new challenge because it is the first time that vessel has been in the port. In the case of Queen Anne, everything is a little more intense because of the profile the new ship already has and the significance of her first arrival at Cunard’s spiritual home."

Tens of thousands of spectators are expected to line vantage points on both sides of the Mersey at Formby , Crosby and New Brighton , whilst the pomp and panache of the Ceremony itself at 4pm is expected to attract huge crowds to Pier Head. Beyond the banks of the Mersey a global audience will also be able to view highlights from the day.

James said: "On the bridge, our concentration is 100% on the safe handling and movement of the ship, so the fact so many pair of eyes are watching every move we make is immaterial. Planning for this day has been going on for nearly 18 months with constant liaison between ourselves, Port of Liverpool authorities, Cruise Liverpool and, of course Cunard’s own ops team and Captain Inger."

He will board Queen Anne at Belfast, her port of call before Liverpool, and run through the meticulously planned schedule with Captain Inger and her bridge team. James added: "The plan is very detailed.

"It must be for such a large vessel, and getting on the simulator has been invaluable in terms of preparation. However, we’re working in a dynamic environment where prevailing conditions can change quickly and adapting to wind speed and direction, tidal range and air pressure is critical at every moment the ship is in port and under way."

In addition to preparations on the local simulator, the pilot will join Captain Inger in a remote run through the Liverpool plan using one of the world’s most advanced ship simulators operated by Cunard’s parent company Carnival at the Centre for Simulator Maritime Training (CSMART) in the Netherlands. The Pilot has worked on the Mersey for 17 years and is no stranger to the intense scrutiny the ship will be under having been assigned to Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth for the Three Queens salute to Liverpool in 2015.

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Holland America Line's 2025 Europe Season Focuses On Longer Cruises, Immersive Iceland And More Overnight Stays

Highlights: 62 overnight or late-night departures, two ships homeport out of Rotterdam, Summer Solstice in North Cape, new 28-day Legendary Voyage explores Greenland, Iceland and the Arctic Circle

Seattle, Wash., Aug. 24, 2023  — Holland America Line’s 2025  European  season is open for booking, and travelers will be able to broaden their horizons like never before on the most diverse, destination-focused itineraries in the industry. With an increase in cruises over 10 days, more sailings to Iceland and a combined 62 overnight calls or late-night departures in leading European cities, Holland America Line is enticing travelers to become immersed in the culture, history and landscapes of the region.

New in 2025, Rotterdam, the Netherlands, returns as a homeport for Holland America Line, hosting Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam on roundtrip voyages to  Northern Europe  and the Baltic. The cruise line also features more itineraries to trending hot spots like the Holy Land region, Iberia and Iceland. A new 28-day “Arctic Circle Crossing” Legendary Voyage showcases the pristine backdrop of Greenland’s glaciers and wildlife with five calls in the country and visits to Iceland, North Cape and Scotland.

“For Holland America Line, Europe 2025 is all about longer cruises, extended time in port and offering the most diverse range of itineraries from weeklong vacations to monthlong explorations,” said Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer of Holland America Line. "We have 10 departure cities this season, and we are excited to be back homeporting in Rotterdam with two ships, deepening our connection to our founding city. Anyone looking to explore Europe in-depth will be able to find a Holland America Line cruise tailored to their interests, whether it’s beach, history, nature, architecture, fjords, castles or cuisine.”

From April to November, Oosterdam joins Nieuw Statendam   and   Rotterdam for a full season in Europe, while Zuiderdam sails the popular 35-day “Voyage of the Vikings.”  The port-intensive itineraries range from seven to 42 days and are designed for destination immersion. Spanning the entire region, cruises visit the Baltic, British Isles, Canary Islands, French and Spanish rivieras, Israel,  Mediterranean  and Northern Europe, including Iceland, Greenland and Norway.

Highlights of Holland America Line’s 2025 Europe cruising season include:

10 Departure Cities, Including Rotterdam: Rotterdam and Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Barcelona, Spain; Boston, Massachusetts; Civitavecchia (Rome) and Trieste (Venice), Italy; Dover (London), England; Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Reykjavik, Iceland; and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

New in 2025, Holland America Line is adding 10 roundtrip Dover itineraries aboard Nieuw Statendam ranging from 14 to 28 days, offering a convenient embarkation homeport for British guests. 

11 Overnight Ports: Alexandria, Egypt; Barcelona; Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel; Istanbul, Turkey; Newhaven (Edinburgh), Scotland; Reykjavik; Piraeus (Athens) and Rhodes, Greece; Stockholm, Sweden; Trieste (Venice); and Valletta, Malta.

32 Late-Evening Departure Cities (between 10 p.m. and midnight): Alesund, Norway; Ashdod (Jerusalem) and Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel; Barcelona and Malaga, Spain; Belfast, Northern Ireland; Cannes, France; Civitavecchia (Rome), Portoferraio, Portofino and Trieste (Venice), Italy; Dubrovnik and Korcula, Croatia; Dún Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland; Funchal, Madeira; Gibraltar, UK; Greenock (Glasgow) and South Queensferry (Edinburgh), Scotland; Kotor, Montenegro; Kusadasi, Turkey; Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Lisbon; Liverpool and Portland (Weymouth), England; Kerkira (Corfu) and Mykonos, Greece; Port Said (Cairo), Egypt; Reykjavik; St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada; Tallinn, Estonia; Valletta; and Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany.

Northern Europe:

• Seven-day Norway and Denmark; Norwegian Fjords
• Seven- or 14-day Norway and Scotland
• Seven-day between Rotterdam and Reykjavik to Norway and Iceland
• 14-day Norway, Denmark, Germany, Lithuania, Estonia and Sweden
• 14-day Norway Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland and Sweden
• NEW Legendary Voyage: A 28-day “ Arctic Circle Crossing ” departs June 29, roundtrip from Rotterdam. The cruise features 15 ports in Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Scotland and England; passage through the Arctic Circle to the North Cape; scenic cruising through Iceland’s fjords; and four maiden calls in Greenland: Ittoqqortoormiit, Sisimiut, Ilulissat and Nuuk.
• 14-Day “ Arctic Circle Crossing: Edinburgh Evening Stay ” is roundtrip from Rotterdam. Highlights of the cruise include spending Summer Solstice at the North Cape with 24 hours of sunlight, along with a total of five calls in Norway. The cruise also visits the Shetland Islands, England and Scotland, with a late-night departure from Edinburgh.

Mediterranean:

• Oosterdam will sail the entire 2025 Europe season in the  Mediterranean  on cruises from four homeports: Piraeus (Athens), Barcelona, Civitavecchia (Rome) and Trieste (Venice). The itineraries range from seven- to 14-days and cover the eastern and western Mediterranean, including Albania, Croatia, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Malta, Montenegro, Spain, Tunisia and Turkey.
• Nieuw Statendam   sails 14-day cruises between Barcelona and Civitavecchia (Rome) and Piraeus (Athens), and roundtrip from Piraeus. The itineraries head to the eastern Med, including Italy, Egypt, Turkey, Croatia, Malta, Montenegro and Greece.
• Nieuw Statendam explores the Holy Land in October on a 14-day cruise roundtrip from Piraeus (Athens) that visits Cyprus, Israel, Turkey and Greece, with overnights at Haifa and Rhodes.

Canary Islands:

• Nieuw Statendam visits the  Canary Islands  on a 14-day Canary Island Enchantment with Morocco & Portugal cruise departing April 20, 2025, roundtrip from Rotterdam, also including ports in Morocco, Madeira, Portugal and England.

Transatlantic:

• The popular “ Voyage of the Vikings ” returns in 2025 aboard Zuiderdam. Departing July 19, the 35-day adventure sails roundtrip from Boston and calls at ports in Maine, Canada, Greenland, Iceland, the Netherlands, Ireland, Northern Ireland and Norway. The itinerary also is offered in 17- and 18-day segments from Boston to Rotterdam or from Rotterdam to Boston.
•  In April, Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam cross the Atlantic Ocean from Fort Lauderdale to Rotterdam; Oosterdam crosses from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona.
•  In October and November Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam and Oosterdam   sail to Fort Lauderdale via Civitavecchia, Rotterdam and Barcelona, respectively.

Collectors’ Voyages Combine Non-Repeating Itineraries

Many of the cruises can be extended into Collectors’ Voyages, which offer the ultimate European exploration. By combining two seven-day itineraries, a seven- and 14-day cruises or longer non-repeating voyages, these artfully crafted journeys up to 42 days combine back-to-back sailings, enabling guests to visit more ports and spend extra time discovering centuries of art, history and culture.

Have It All Early Booking Bonus

For a limited time, when guests book 2025 Europe cruises with the Have It All premium package, the standard package amenities of shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package and Surf Wi-Fi are included — plus the added perk of free prepaid Crew Appreciation, along with free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.

Beginning Have It All fares for Europe 2025 sailings range from $1,449 to $8,749 per person, double occupancy, depending on length and destination. Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional. 

Guests also can take advantage of Holland America Line’s Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus. Mariner Society loyalty members can enjoy up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom when these cruises open for sale. Guests must book these cruises by Nov. 15, 2023, to receive the Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus.