According to Cruise Line International Association, family cruising is one of the most fastest growing types of travel today. There’s something for every member of the family to do – from kids to grandparents – either together or separately. Families can play together in one of the ship’s swimming pools, go to a live show or enjoy a meal together. On a Holland America Cruise you can do all that and more.

Holland America Line, known for their award winning service, exciting itineraries and breathtaking ships has enhanced their children’s programs called Club HAL, catering to children ages 3 - 17.

Younger cruisers can enjoy a fanciful area where paintbrushes serve as pillars, enormous pencils adorn the wall, a paint bucket is a play area and a huge tape dispenser serves as a slide. Creative activities take place at art tables and movies play on big-screen television.

Older kids ages 8 – 12 have an area featuring arcade games, air hockey, foosball, karaoke and Sony Play stations. Other activities include golf putting and swim parties.

Teens ages 13 – 17 enjoy adult-free zones of their own called The Loft and Oasis. At The Loft, teens can try out their dance steps at Dance Dance Revolution. Or enjoy the outdoor Oasis sundeck which features a waterfall and wading pool.

Holland America Line has launched a kids and teens Culinary Arts Center activity program to bring the joys of cooking to the younger generation. This program incorporates dishes from breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks in a fun-filled class that range from simple to teen sophisticated.

For parents and grandparents, Holland America Line’s array of entertainment and activities will keep you busy and looking great.

GREENHOUSE SPA & SALON

The ultimate pampering experience awaits guests at the luxurious Greenhouse Spa & Salon. Professionals enrapture the mind and body with exquisite treatments and rituals amid the serene ambiance of the sea. Choose from a complete menu of massage and body treatments, facials, detoxification therapy and a full-service salon. The Greenhouse fitness center features state-of-theart weight and cardio machines so guests can feel free to indulge in that extra dessert. Fitness classes such as Pilates, yoga and cycling are available at a nominal charge.

CULINARY ARTS CENTER
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Food & Wine Magazine

Holland America Line, in partnership with Food & Wine magazine, presents an exciting culinary program featuring demonstrations and seminars conducted by top chefs, wine experts and leading cookbook authors on select sailings. Guests have the opportunity to learn and mingle with the world's most renowned culinary authorities. The Food & Wine partnership enhances our extensive culinary program offered on every sailing in our state of the art demonstration kitchens.

EXPLORATIONS CAFÉ
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The New York Times

The Explorations d Café powered by The New York Times offers a comfortable, living roomstyle environment where guests can sip a cup of coffee, work a crossword puzzle, browse through a selection of more than 2,000 books, spend time enjoying a wide selection of music and surf the Internet. Wireless Internet is also available throughout the ship for guests traveling with personal laptop computers. A limited supply of laptops and wireless network cards are available for rent.

GAMING

Whether a guest is an experienced player, or has always wanted to learn to play, the casino offers a friendly, non-intimidating place to just have fun. Guests can test lady luck on many favorite games including Blackjack, Poker, Craps, Roulette and Slots. Complimentary gaming lessons are held throughout every cruise.

Bingo is another great way to win money, prizes, and even a seven day cruise. Participate in the many games scheduled throughout the cruise.

IPOD ART TOUR

A self-guided art and antique tour of our multi-million dollar collection is narrated by well-known radio hosts Paul Lasley and Elizabeth Harryman. The 40- to 50-minute tours include walking directions, interviews with artists, background music and photo images displayed on the iPod screen to help guests locate each piece. The iPod-based art tours are now available as free downloads from iTunes. Guests desiring to take a tour simply sign out an iPod free of charge and take the tour at their leisure.

DIGITAL WORKSHOP
powered by Windows

Guests on Holland America Line ships can “show and tell” their vacation memories with Holland America Line Digital Workshop powered by Microsoft Windows. Now available on all ships (except Prinsendam and Rotterdam), free workshops led by Microsoft-trained “techsperts” show even the most novice camera or computer user how to take better vacation photos, make movies, edit pictures and create scrapbooks using a variety of Microsoft Windows and Windows Live services. Guests will learn how to share all their digital memories through email, blogging and social networking – so friends and family can see where they’ve Been cruising even before they return home.

SHOPPING

Tax and Duty Free shopping is also available in our Signature Shops located just steps away from guest staterooms. There is a great selection and fantastic prices on everything from fine jewelry and watches to designer fragrances and cosmetics. Also available are gifts, name brand liquor, tobacco products, and stylish Holland America Line wear.

Merabella, a high-end designer jewelry boutique found aboard ms Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Volendam, Zuiderdam, Westerdam, Eurodam and Nieuw Amsterdam will be added aboard seven more Holland America Line ships by late 2010. Jewelry collections include stunning designs from LeVian, Christopher Designs, Chimento, Genesis, Tara and Sons plus many more designers.

Each cruise also features relaxed and entertaining auctions of art by masters such as Rembrandt, Picasso, Dalí, Chagall and Erté, as well as sports memorabilia and animation art, all priced at below gallery prices.

SPORTS

Guests will enjoy swimming pools, hot tubs, walking and jogging our classic teak decks and basketball and volleyball courts. Our "Sports of Call" program rewards guests with prizes for participating in events such as Golf Chipping and Ping Pong. With so many choices, there's something to suit everyone.

When the sun goes down the ship comes alive with entertainment. Whether a guest is looking to join the party or enjoy a candle-lit corner, there's something for everyone.

ON STAGE

Award-winning entertainers, many who have Broadway credits, perform dazzling musical numbers, mind-boggling illusions and uproarious comedy. The creative team behind Holland America Line's shows has more Tony, Grammy Emmy and Oscar nominations than any other cruise line.

MOVIES

Film buffs can enjoy recently released movies on our big screens. Don't forget to grab some complimentary hot buttered popcorn on the way in!

After the show, dance the night away to a variety of musical styles performed live in our bars and lounges, or join our DJ in the nightclub. From classical to pop Holland America Line has something for everyone.

TV

Our TV system features CNN, ESPN, TNT, TCM and Cartoon Network via satellite. In addition, we show everything from recently released Hollywood blockbusters to classic favorites on three different movie channels. Satellite availability may vary depending on itinerary.

For more information on Holland America Line, call your local AAA South Jersey Travel agent today!