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| 1 | Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | San Diego, USA | Embark | 3:00 PM |
San Diego is a coastal Southern Californian city located in the SW corner of the United States. Founded in 1769, it is the oldest town in California and has an enchanting natural beauty and a pleasant, mild, climate with plenty of sunshine, which defines the city. Though it’s big, and growing fast, San Diego manages to ‘hang on to’ a resort feel, even amid the skyscrapers and brick facades of its revamped downtown. Read more about San Diego, USA |
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| 2 | Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 3 | Thursday, December 11, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 4 | Friday, December 12, 2025 | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
Puerto Vallarta is located on the Western Pacific coast of Mexico, and renowned for its beaches and its vibrant centre of art. Surrounded by the impressive mountains of the Sierra Madre and the sparkling waters of Banderas Bay, it is always waiting to offer visitors the very best choices. Initially made popular by Movie stars such as Liz Taylor and others as a great place to have a holiday home, visitors soon followed. Read more about Puerto Vallarta, Mexico |
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| 5 | Saturday, December 13, 2025 | Santiago (Manzanillo), Mexico | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
Mountain vistas just beyond Santiago’s tall buildings are one of the special pleasures of this beautiful, sprawling, Mexican capital. The city of Santiago straddles the Río Tuxla, and offers many 19th century structures such as a museum with artefacts dating to the Olmecs. Centro is the downtown area and the oldest part of Santiago. Read more about Santiago (Manzanillo), Mexico |
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| 6 | Sunday, December 14, 2025 | Mazatlan, Mexico | 10:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
Mazatlan in Mexico is situated across from the southernmost tip of the Baja California peninsula. Today’s Mazatlan is one of Mexico’s most alluring and inviting beach destinations. The Plazuela Machado, located in Centro Historico, serves as the cultural hub of the city featuring open air restaurants, pageants, public art exhibits, and a weekly craft fair. Read more about Mazatlan, Mexico |
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| 7 | Monday, December 15, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 8 | Tuesday, December 16, 2025 | Loreto, Mexico | 8:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
Loreto, the first Spanish settlement of the Baja California peninsula, is located on the coast of the indigo hued Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez). The attractive malecón is ideal for evening strolls, lined on one side by shops, eateries and hotels. The luxurious Las Flores Spa and Boutique in the historic heart of Loreto is appealing to many, especially as it is the best place in town for shopping. Read more about Loreto, Mexico |
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| 9 | Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | La Paz, Mexico | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
La Paz, ‘peace’ in Spanish, is located on the coast of the Sea of Cortez on the southern end of the long Baja Peninsula in Mexico. The city has one of the highest standards of living in Mexico. It is a centre for commerce and marine biology. Read more about La Paz, Mexico |
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| 10 | Thursday, December 18, 2025 | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | 7:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
Cabo San Lucas, or just Cabo, is an interesting destination that captures the essence of the Baja Peninsula Mexico. Once a base for pirate vessels waiting to pounce on Spanish treasure ships, today with its many resorts, championship golf courses, world-class dining, and amazing outdoor activities, it is a great tourist attraction. Future plans include an artificial island to sit in the bay, complete with restaurants and bars. Read more about Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
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| 11 | Friday, December 19, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 12 | Saturday, December 20, 2025 | San Diego, USA | 7:00 AM | Disembark |
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San Diego is a coastal Southern Californian city located in the SW corner of the United States. Founded in 1769, it is the oldest town in California and has an enchanting natural beauty and a pleasant, mild, climate with plenty of sunshine, which defines the city. Though it’s big, and growing fast, San Diego manages to ‘hang on to’ a resort feel, even amid the skyscrapers and brick facades of its revamped downtown. Read more about San Diego, USA |
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Taking her maiden voyage in 2010, the Nieuw Amsterdam can carry up to 2106 passengers with a 86,700 GT. Hallmarks of HAL include spacious staterooms and public areas, rich timber furnishings set with museum-quality paintings and antiques, discreet personal service, and artful itineraries that allow for overnights in key cities.
PS, SA, SB, SC, SQ, SS, SY, SZ
Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath amp; shower amp; additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 1,357 sq. ft. with verandah Include all the suite amenities, plus: bull;A very special amenity exclusively for guests cruising in a Deluxe Verandah Suite or Penthouse Verandah Suite, the industry-leading Neptune Lounge features a private place to relax, socialize with other suite guests and enjoy the personalized service of a concierge. The fleet-wide lounges provide worktables, large screen television, library, sofas and chairs, refreshments throughout the day and wi-fi for a small charge. One-Touch 24-hour Concierge Service is available when the Neptune Lounge is closed.
VQ, V, VA, VB, VC, VD, VE, VF, VH
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub or shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 213-379 sq. ft. including verandah. Stateroom amenities include: bull;Our signature Mariner's Dreamtrade; bed featuring finely woven cotton linens bull;Deluxe waffle weave and terry cloth bathrobes for use during your voyage bull;100% Egyptian cotton towels bull;Premium massage showerheads bull;5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers bull;Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure bull;Complimentary fresh fruit on request bull;Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages bull;Flat-panel TV and DVD player bull;Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service.
CQ, C, D, DD, E, F, G, H, HH
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub or shower. Approximately 169-267 sq. ft. Stateroom amenities include: bull;Our signature Mariner's Dreamtrade; bed featuring finely woven cotton linens bull;Deluxe waffle weave and terry cloth bathrobes for use during your voyage bull;100% Egyptian cotton towels bull;Premium massage showerheads bull;5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers bull;Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure bull;Complimentary fresh fruit on request bull;Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages bull;Flat-panel TV and DVD player bull;Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service
IQ, I, J, K, L, M, MM, N
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 141-284 sq. ft. Stateroom amenities include: bull;Our signature Mariner's Dreamtrade; bed featuring finely woven cotton linens bull;Deluxe waffle weave and terry cloth bathrobes for use during your voyage bull;100% Egyptian cotton towels bull;Premium massage showerheads bull;5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers bull;Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure bull;Complimentary fresh fruit on request bull;Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages bull;Flat-panel TV and DVD player bull;Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service.
Triple (two lower beds, one sofa bed)
Quad (two lower beds, one sofa bed, one upper)
Shower only
Connecting rooms
Partial sea view
Fully obstructed view
Single sink vanity
Double (no sofa bed), Single sink vanity and bathtub only
Staterooms have solid steel verandah railings (instead of clear Plexiglass railing)
Wheelchair accessible staterooms
Holland America - Advantage Fare
Get the rate of the day with no added extras - a cruise only fare.
Includes:- Cruise only including all main meals, entertainment and more*
- Non-refundable deposit
- Other prices available, offering your choice of: Wi-Fi / Drinks package / Shore excursion credit / Dining package.
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Holland America - Non Refundable Deposit
Get the rate of the day with no added extras - a cruise only fare
Includes:- Cruise Only fare- Non-refundable deposit
- Other prices available, offering your choice of: Wi-Fi / Drinks package / Shore excursion credit / Dining package ask your consultant for details.
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This fare type includes:- Shore excursions credit*- Drinks package* & Specialty Dining*
- Wi-Fi surf package*
- Available to all guests in stateroom
Prices displayed reflect the best fare available, upgrade to Have it all from AUD$85pp/per day.*
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Book a selected 2025/2026 departure on the Have it All fare and receive:
• 50% reduced deposits
• Stateroom upgrades on select categories*
• Up to US$400 onboard credit*
• Reduced kids fares*
Holland America's Have it All fare includes:
• Signature Beverage package & Wi-Fi Surf package
• Shore excursion credit & up to 3 nights Specialty Dining*
Prices displayed reflect the best fare available, upgrade to Have it all from AUD$85pp/per day.*
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Cruiseline: Holland America Line Ship: Nieuw Amsterdam Departure: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 Nights: 11 nights Departs: San Diego Returns: San Diego
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