Holland America Line to deploy six ships for 2027 Alaska season

Holland America Line will mark 80 years of exploring Alaska in 2027 with six ships sailing from Seattle, Vancouver, and Whittier from April through September. The 2027 Alaska highlights include a new eight-day 'Alaska Inside Passage' cruise roundtrip from Vancouver. A seven-day 'Great Bear Rainforest' cruise aboard the Noordam combines Alaska with British Columbia. The 28-day 'Legendary Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice' cruise returns for a third year, departing June 6 from Seattle aboard the Noordam.

Six ships will sail Alaska from April through September 2027: Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam. Two sailings of an 18-day 'Great Bear Rainforest & Alaska Explorer' cruise are aboard the Zaandam. The 2027 Alaska Inside Passage cruise will visit Glacier Bay, Skagway, Ketchikan, and Prince Rupert, British Columbia. The 2027 Legendary Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice cruise will depart June 6 from Seattle, sailing roundtrip to the Bering Sea and Arctic Circle aboard the Noordam.

Denali Lodge upgrades to support expanded cruisetour capacity

Renovations at Holland America Denali Lodge will be completed in 2027. Construction of two new guest buildings at Denali Lodge will increase Lodge capacity by 72 rooms. The renovations will include a refresh and redesign of the Main Lodge interiors and public spaces. The Denali Lodge renovations will include full renovation of Grizzly Grind, a coffee shop for guests. In 2026, Holland America Denali Lodge offered renovated accommodations and refreshed public spaces.

Milestone season marks 80 years of Alaska exploration

The 2027 season celebrates Holland America Line’s 80th year in Alaska. The line has been connected to Alaska since before it was a state. It has shared the thrill of Alaska for more than 75 years. Holland America Line is part of Carnival Corporation & plc. It has been exploring the world for more than 150 years. The line is longer than any other cruise line in offering Alaska experiences.

Enhanced guest experiences through culinary, beverage, and community programs

In 2026, Holland America Line elevated its Alaska offerings with locally sourced menus, exclusive cocktails, expanded cruisetours, and community donations. The line donated more than $320,000 to local organizations operating in port communities in Alaska. Chef Ethan Stowell redesigned menus at Holland America Denali Lodge using local ingredients. Acclaimed bartender Sam Ross created a menu of exclusive cocktails featured in bars across the fleet in Alaska. Holland America rolled out enhanced 'Ultimate Alaska & Denali' Cruisetours with added tour directors.

During the 2026 season, Holland America contributed more than $320,000 to organizations and initiatives across Anchorage, Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, and Denali. Support included a $75,000 commitment to Ketchikan American Legion Post 3. A $5,000 donation went to Scouting America Troops 4 and 2004 through the Pennies program. The line contributed $150,000 to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Through On Deck for a Cause, guests raised more than $60,000 for Alaska Geographic.

In 2026, there were more than 150 opportunities to visit one or more of Alaska's iconic glaciated destinations. The 2026 glaciated destinations included Glacier Bay National Park, Hubbard Glacier, Dawes Glacier, and Endicott Arm. Shore excursions in 2026 offered visits to additional glaciers like Mendenhall and Portage glaciers. Chef Ethan Stowell expanded the use of local ingredients and flavors throughout the Denali Lodge eateries. The 2026 cocktail menu included new Glacial Ice Cocktails. The enhanced 2026 Cruisetours added a tour director to join the multi-day inland adventure portion.

Holland America Line's fleet consists of 11 vessels. It visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world. The relationship with Alaska continues through cruises, overland tours, and community support. Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska season.