Come experience a "Tradition of Excellence" with Holland America Beginning as a trans-Atlantic mail, cargo and passenger carrier in 1872, Holland America is now one of the biggest names in commercial cruising and caters to those seeking a more refined and quieter alternative to lines like Royal Caribbean and Carnival. Their 14 ship fleet is fairly homogenous, and cruisers can expect service a notch above the competition. Holland America Line offers a wide variety of sailing schedules allowing passengers to visit destinations and ports of call around the world. Popular Holland America Lineitineraries include cruises sailing to Africa, Alaska, Australia/New Zealand, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, U.S Eastern Seaboard, Hawaii, U.S. and Canada inland waterways, the Mediterranean, Mexico, The Orient, the U.S Westcoast, and more.