Holland America Line has confirmed it will host eight travel agent ship visits this year, spread across two Pinnacle class ships.
More than 400 places are available, with events taking place on Rotterdam or Nieuw Statendam in Southampton, Dover, Portland, Falmouth, Greenock and Liverpool.
*All details correct at time of publish (27 February 2026)
Dates and locations comprise:
- Rotterdam, Falmouth – April 1
- Rotterdam, Southampton – April 3
- Nieuw Statendam, Dover – April 17
- Nieuw Statendam, Portland – May 14
- Nieuw Statendam, Greenock – June 7
- Nieuw Statendam, Dover – July 10
- Nieuw Statendam, Greenock – July 18
- Nieuw Statendam, Liverpool – July 20
The April 3 event will be the line’s first dedicated family ship visit, held in partnership with travel support group, Back in Time for Bed.
It will feature a range of family-friendly activities in the Kids’ Club and a lunch with menu options from the Lido Market, Dive In Burger or New York Pizza & Deli. In addition, a group of travel and tourism students will join the April 3 visit to support their studies.
Karen Farndell, Associate Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for the UK and Ireland at Holland America Line, said:
“These visits will give agents the chance to experience our ships firsthand, helping them sell with complete confidence.
“With over 400 places available across Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam, including our first family ship visit in April, we’re demonstrating our continued support for the trade and recognising how vital agents are in growing awareness of Holland America in the UK.
“We’re also looking forward to welcoming local students on board, giving them valuable exposure to cruise operations and helping nurture the next generation of talent within the industry.”
All visits will include a welcome presentation and business update by the Holland America Line trade team, a guided tour, and lunch. Details of how agents can register their interest will be released soon.
This year, Nieuw Statendam will homeport from Dover for its second consecutive season, operating a series of seven-and 14-day European cruises, including to the Norwegian fjords, Iceland and Canary Islands from April to October.
For more information on Holland America Line, visit hollandamerica.com or call 0344 338 8607.
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