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Nieuw Amsterdam
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  • Holland America Line: Nieuw Amsterdam
  • |
  • April 13, 2025

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Ft. Lauderdale
    | Sun Apr 13, 2025
    | Depart 3:00 PM
  2. Day 2
    At Sea
    | Mon Apr 14, 2025
  3. Day 3
    Grand Turk
    | Tue Apr 15, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  4. Day 4
    At Sea
    | Wed Apr 16, 2025
  5. Day 5
    Oranjestad, Aruba
    | Thu Apr 17, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  6. Day 6
    At Sea
    | Fri Apr 18, 2025
  7. Day 7
    Cartagena (Colombia)
    | Sat Apr 19, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  8. Day 8
    Cristobal (Colon)
    | Sun Apr 20, 2025
    | 5:00 AM - 5:00 AM
  9. Day 9
    Panama Canal
    | Sun Apr 20, 2025
  10. Day 10
    Balboa
    | Sun Apr 20, 2025
    | 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  11. Day 11
    At Sea
    | Mon Apr 21, 2025
  12. Day 12
    Puntarenas
    | Tue Apr 22, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  13. Day 13
    At Sea
    | Wed Apr 23, 2025
  14. Day 14
    Acajutla
    | Thu Apr 24, 2025
    | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  15. Day 15
    At Sea
    | Fri Apr 25, 2025
  16. Day 16
    At Sea
    | Sat Apr 26, 2025
  17. Day 17
    Puerto Vallarta
    | Sun Apr 27, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  18. Day 18
    Cabo San Lucas
    | Mon Apr 28, 2025
    | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  19. Day 19
    At Sea
    | Tue Apr 29, 2025
  20. Day 20
    San Diego
    | Wed Apr 30, 2025
    | Arrive 8:00 AM
Itinerary map
Ft. Lauderdale/San Diego
Sailing Features
  • 17 Nights
  • Apr 13, 2025 / Apr 30, 2025
  • Ft. Lauderdale
  • San Diego
  • Nieuw Amsterdam

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Inside
Oceanview
Balcony
Suite
Inside
Standard Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Standard Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Standard Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Standard Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Standard / Large Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Standard / Large Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Large Interior Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower. Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming.

Inside
Large Interior Spa Stateroom

Size approx.: 141–284 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. Shower.  Staterooms IQ10043 and IQ10044 have fully obstructed views. Sleeps up to 2 guests.
Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious bathrobes. Generous storage. Fresh fruit upon request. Safe. Ice service. Shoeshine. TV with On Demand movies, programming. Steps away from Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. Yoga mat.

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Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship

Holland America Line:   Nieuw Amsterdam

The second of the Signature-class ships, ms Nieuw Amsterdam celebrates historic New York City, once called Nieuw Amsterdam, with its inspired design and an art collection valued at more than $3 million. While on board enjoy cooking classes and hands-on workshops from America’s Test Kitchen. Hone your video-editing skills at a Digital Workshop powered by Windows®. Dine in your choice of specialty restaurants. Or rejuvenate in the Greenhouse Spa & Salon.
  • Maiden Voyage:
    July, 2010
  • Last Refurbished:
    2023
  • Registry:
    The Netherlands
  • Gross Tonnage:
    86,700 grt.
  • Beam:
    106 ft (32.2 m)
  • Maximum Speed:
    23.9 knots
  • Ship Length:
    936 ft (285.3 m)
  • Passenger Capacity:
    2,106
  • Number of Crew:
    929
  • Crew Nationality:
    International
  • Officer's Nationality:
    Dutch
  • Number of Decks:
    12
  • Number of Staterooms:
    1,053
  • Number of Suites:
    114
  • Dining / Restaurants:
    7
  • Elevators:
    10
  • Spa:
    Yes
  • Bars / Lounges:
    6
  • Non Smoking Dining:
    Yes
  • Non Smoking Ship:
    No
  • Fitness Center:
    Yes
  • Number of Pools:
    3
  • Teen Club:
    Yes
  • Kids Friendly:
    Yes
  • Wheelchair Accessible:
    Yes

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