Holland America Line Onboard Activities
Even a sea day will be jam packed with sightseeing as you go from a culinary class to an art tour to the tennis court. Experience the variety of activities Holland America Line offers onboard.
America's Test Kitchen
Enjoy a wide array of hands-on cooking workshops and live cooking shows at America's Test Kitchen, only aboard Holland America Line. You'll learn new recipes and hone cooking techniques in this new program expected fleet-wide by October 2017.
Culinary Arts Center
After tasting the delicious gourmet meals served onboard, learn some of the techniques behind them at the Culinary Arts Center where you can take a cooking class, hear from special guest chefs or learn about wine pairings and mixology.
Rijksmuseum at Sea
Featuring reproductions of masterpieces in the Rijksmuseum, this immersive experience fosters creativity in passengers. Complete with drawing tables, art materials and expert instructors, guests have the opportunity to create their very own work of art.
Party Planner Presentations
At the Culinary Arts Center you can also learn the art of presentation, from cake decorating to ice carving and flower arranging.
Digital Workshop powered by Windows
Get familiar with the computer or pick up a new skill, like photo editing, at one of the 60-minute workshops held at various times throughout your sailing. You can also swing by Holland America’s Digital Workshop for one-on-one coaching.
On Location
Holland America brings local experiences onboard to help you learn more about the region you are sailing in. For instance, cruises in Hawaii might have a hula class or those in Argentina a tango lesson.
Explorations Café
This coffee shop has more than cappuccinos to offer. Here you will find an extensive library of books, travel related New York Times crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles and sometimes guest speakers.
Art Tours
Each Holland America ship has a vast array of art and antiquities. Now you can listen to a 30 to 40 minute narrated tour describing these collectibles.
Art Gallery
Spend some time admiring the varied artwork in one of Holland America’s galleries, and return for an auction to bid on your favorite piece.
Photo Gallery
Take time to memorialize your experience aboard Holland Ameirca by scheduling a portrait service.
Shopping
You can shop for essentials and much more onboard. Shops have designer goods from the likes of Le Vian and Chimento.
Sports
From swimming to ping-pong and basketball, you’ll have lots of options to stay active while onboard. There are even putting greens on the ms Prisendam.