Cruise Through the Holidays with Holland America

Celebrate the Holidays at Sea with Holland America: Festive Cruises to Mexico, the Caribbean & Beyond

Let Holland America host the holidays this winter and leave the cooking, cleaning, and decorating to us while you unwind and connect with loved ones on a holiday cruise. With convenient roundtrip departures from San Diego and Ft. Lauderdale, it's easy to bring the family together for a holiday cruise to Mexico, the Caribbean, or Hawaii. 

Special Holiday Atmosphere 

By the beginning of December, we’ve decked the halls with holiday lights, fashioned an intricate and magical gingerbread village, nestled presents under the tree, and displayed the meaningful menorah on all our holiday cruises. Join your fellow passengers for a tree lighting ceremony, menorah lighting, and New Year’s champaign countdown and gala. Santa might even make an appearance! 

Taste the Holidays 

From Thanksgiving through New Year’s, we serve beloved holiday dishes in our dining areas ranging from traditional roast turkey to latkes with apple sauce. Boost your spirit with specialty themed cocktails such as a Minty Elf Martini and Rudolph the Red Margarita as well as non-alcoholic coffee beverages like Eggnog Latte and a Vanilla Gingerbread Latte. On selected days in December, enjoy a Nutcracker Afternoon Tea Service with tasty, themed treats.  

Get Into the Season 

Revel in unforgettable moments, with family and friends on your holiday cruise vacation. Activities like a festive origami decoration workshop, ornament crafting sessions, and cookie decorating tips and tricks with expert pastry chefs will make your holidays come alive, as you connect with each other. In addition to our regular world-class entertainment, you can munch on popcorn while watching holiday movies in the theater and enjoy the popular “Sounds of the Season” concert featuring performances by choirs comprised of shipboard team members from around the globe. 

The Kids Club and Art Studio will delight your younger passengers with festive activities like a holiday coloring contest, holiday card crafting, and tried-and-true handprint turkeys and wreaths. A holiday scavenger hunt provides fun for the whole family. 

Holiday Cruise Destinations 

From easy one-week getaways to epic voyages, you’re sure to find a holiday cruise that fits your schedule with Holland America. Escape winter’s chill with a warm weather cruise to the sun-soaked beaches of Mexico, Hawaii, or the Caribbean. If you’re looking to travel further afield, embark on a holiday adventure to the exotic islands of Indonesia, encounter penguins while sailing South America & Antarctica, or experience the cultures and customs of holiday celebrations in Australia & New Zealand. 

Book your holiday cruise with the “Have It All” premium package and receive additional benefits such as Shore Excursion Credits, Specialty Dining, our Signature Beverage Package, and onboard Wi-Fi.  

Gather your loved ones for a Holland America holiday cruise you’ll cherish. Whether you chose a 7-day Caribbean cruise, a 17-day Hawaii holiday, or a 28-Day Australia & New Zealand getaway, let’s us be your home at sea for the holidays.