Holland America Line celebrated the simultaneous departure of two Grand World Voyages on January 4.
*All details correct at time of publish (12 January 2026)
The 133-day Grand World Voyage set sail roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, while the 93-day Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage departed from San Diego, California, setting course across the Pacific Ocean on a roundtrip itinerary.
The 133-day itinerary, on Volendam, will call at 51 ports in 23 countries, travelling down the coast of South America to Antarctica, then across the Pacific Ocean to explore Asia, before crossing back to Alaska and through the Panama Canal.
On Zaandam, the 93-day Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage will call at 42 ports across the South Pacific, including a visit to Bora Bora.
The two Grand Voyages will meet on March 7 in Sydney, Australia, where Chocolatier Jacques Torres will host a Chocolate Teatime event, giving guests from both ships a chance to meet up and sample specially crafted chocolate creations.
Other themed events, such as a Great Gatsby Night, Masquerade Ball, Casino Royale party and a Glamp Out, will take place throughout both cruises.
In addition, on the Grand World Voyage, Volendam will welcome the cruise line’s Culinary Ambassadors Chef Masaharu Morimoto, Chef Ethan Stowell and Master Tea Blender and Art of Tea Founder, Steve Schwartz.
Each will host signature experiences, including private dinners and cooking demonstrations or tea tastings.
Michael Smith, Senior Vice President of Guest Experience and Product Development, said: “We’ve been sailing the globe for more than 150 years, and our Grand Voyages really showcase what makes the Holland America Line experience so special.
“The length of these journeys allows our team to create experiences that unfold at a relaxing and meaningful pace, and our guests settle into a rhythm of discovery that simply isn’t possible on shorter sailings.
“For many, this becomes the trip of a lifetime – a chance to see the world in comfort, in community and with a sense of wonder that grows with every new port.”
In 2027, a 129-day Grand World Voyage will sail roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale and visit 53 ports in 28 countries, with overnight calls at seven destinations. Nineteen ports are exclusive to Grand Voyages, including Georgetown, Ascension Island; and Jamestown, St. Helena.
A 70-day Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage will visit 31 ports in 13 countries and include a four-day Antarctica Experience. This sailing also features seven ports exclusive to Grand Voyages, including Robinson Crusoe Island off the coast of Chile.
For more information on Holland America Line, visit hollandamerica.com or call 0344 338 8607.
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