Children's Activities

Holland America ships provide a wide variety of exciting youth- and teen- friendly activities and facilities for guests ages 3 to 17.

Club HAL® - Kids*: Children, ages 3-7, can participate in such activities as story telling, fabric painting, indoor games, arts and crafts, drawing contests, ice-cream sundae parties, puzzles, bingo, pirate treasure hunts or a farewell pizza party. Children in the Kid's age group must be toilet trained. Children in pull-ups or diapers are not allowed in the youth facilities, due to mandates from US Public Health. Exceptions to this rule cannot be made.

Club HAL® - Tweens*: Tweens, ages 8-12, might learn golf putting, have disco parties and theme parties, participate in the award-winning National Park Service Jr. Ranger Program on Alaska cruises, compete in on-deck sports events, compete in scavenger hunts or simply play Ping-Pong with a friend.

The Loft and The Oasis - Teens*: ages 13-17, will especially enjoy the teen disco, karaoke sessions, video games, teen sports tournaments, card games, trivia contests, bingo, movies and videos. When there are more than 100 children on board, a HAL Talent Show is offered. (The Oasis is not available on all Vista-class ships.)

Kids & Teens Culinary Arts Center: A Kids and Teen Culinary Arts Center activity program has been introduced to bring the joys of cooking to the younger set. The preparations range from simple to teen sophisticate.

*On the Prinsendam, youth activities are offered for ages 5-17. All other ships offer youth activities for ages 3-17.

 

LIFE ON BOARD

Children's Activities With supervised fun for younger guests, the entire family can have the cruise vacation of their dreams.		Family Cruising Holland America Line is dedicated to making your family's cruise vacation memorable and happy for each member of your family.
Wedding Cruises and Vow Renewals Whether you prefer a simple ceremony and a small, elegant reception or lots of family and friends at a larger celebration, a wedding cruise on one of Holland America Line's elegant ships will launch a lifetime of memories.		Single Travelers Program Each Holland America ship hosts a Solo Travelers party for singles to meet each other early during their cruise.
Laundry For your convenience, Holland America Line offers full laundry and dry cleaning service.		Religious Services In order to serve the spiritual needs of guests, Holland America Line offers Catholic, Interdemoninational and Jewish services.
Staterooms Every stateroom is a gracious retreat.		Clothing and Dress Code The right clothing can make a big difference in the enjoyment of your cruise.
Wheelchair Accessibility Holland America Line is at the forefront of the cruise industry in providing facilities and services to guests with disabilities.		Casino and Gaming Whether you are an experienced player, or just want to learn to play, the casino is a place to simply have fun.
Private Cabanas Enjoy the outdoors in the comfort of your own private haven.		Service On Holland America Line cruises, your every wish is our pleasure to fulfill.
Dining As You Wish® dining on all cruises.		Activities Each new day, a wealth of cruise activity and indulgences.
Entertainment There is something for everyone on Holland America Line.

 

PROGRAMS

Culinary Arts Center An experience to savor.		Fitness Center and Onboard Recreation Holland America Line makes it easy for you to stay fit and trim while on your journey with fully equipped fitness centers and sports courts.
Explorations Café The Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times, offers a comfortable coffee house environment where you can browse through one of the most extensive libraries at sea, view a wide array of audio and video programming, or simply read the morning paper.		Refresh, Relax and Rejuvenate at the Greenhouse Spa & Salon Of all the fascinating places you can visit on a Holland America cruise ship, none rejuvenates and relaxes like the Greenhouse Spa & Salon, featuring heavenly beauty and wellness rituals.
		Explorations Speaker Series Learning while you cruise is an enjoyable way to pass the time.
Le Cirque Restaurant Famed dining experience on all sailings.		Culinary Council Celebrated chefs from around the world advise Holland America Line executives.
Digital Workshop Powered by Windows® Learn digital photography, video editing, blogging and web skills while cruising.		Luggage Direct Check luggage to your flight while still on board.
Mariner Society Cruise credits entitle you to special benefits.		Dancing with the Stars: At Sea Classes and competition on every cruise*

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