Holland America Line has unveiled its 2026-2027 Mexico and Pacific Coast seasons, promising travelers an immersive experience filled with sunshine, rainforests, and iconic landmarks. Announced on March 5, 2025, these meticulously crafted itineraries aim to connect guests authentically with the vibrant cultures and natural wonders of these regions. The seasons cater to a variety of travel preferences, offering cruises ranging from short one-day getaways to extended 12-day voyages, departing from key ports such as San Diego, Seattle, and Vancouver. With a fleet including the Koningsdam, Zaandam, and Noordam, Holland America Line blends its storied expertise in Pacific Northwest cruising with fresh explorations of Mexico’s sun-drenched shores and beyond.

The Mexico season features 16 departures across eight distinct itineraries, with cruise durations spanning seven to 12 days. Guests can explore the Mexican Riviera, the Baja Peninsula, and the Sea of Cortez, with options for roundtrip sailings from San Diego or open-jaw journeys between San Diego and Vancouver. Popular ports like Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, and Cabo San Lucas are complemented by less-visited treasures such as Loreto, known for its historic charm, and Topolobampo, offering dramatic coastal landscapes. A standout 12-day “Historic Baja Peninsula” itinerary includes eight ports—Santa Rosalia, Guaymas, Loreto (with a late-night call), Topolobampo (also late-night), La Paz, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, and Cabo San Lucas—providing an in-depth look at Mexico’s rich heritage and natural beauty. The Koningsdam and Zaandam, both celebrated for their onboard elegance and comfort, will helm these voyages, ensuring a luxurious base for exploring Mexico’s 300-plus days of annual sunshine and culinary delights like fresh yellowfin tuna.

On the Pacific Coast, Holland America Line showcases its deep-rooted expertise with 11 itineraries ranging from one to seven days, operated by five ships: Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, and Zaandam. These cruises offer diverse experiences, from quick “Pacific Northwest” one-day trips between Vancouver and Seattle to longer journeys highlighting California’s coast and British Columbia’s wild beauty. A highlight is the seven-day “Great Bear Rainforest” voyage, available in October and April, sailing roundtrip from Seattle aboard the Noordam. This rare itinerary ventures into British Columbia’s fjord-like waterways, with calls at Ketchikan, Prince Rupert, Nanaimo, and Victoria. Guests can witness wildlife such as whales, eagles, and the elusive white-furred Kermode bear, also known as the spirit bear, while sailing through the historic Inside Passage, including Bella Bella and the Grenville Channel. Other Pacific Coast options include the “Classic California Coast,” a seven-day roundtrip from San Diego with an overnight in San Francisco, and the “7-Day Pacific Coast and Wine Country,” traveling from San Diego to Vancouver with stops in Victoria, Avalon, Santa Barbara, and Astoria.

Enhancing the appeal of these seasons, Holland America Line offers an early booking incentive through its “Have It All” premium package. For a limited time, guests booking these cruises receive shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package, and Surf Wi-Fi, plus free prepaid crew appreciation and upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi. Mariner Society loyalty members can also enjoy up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom if booked by May 28, 2025. With these offerings, Holland America Line combines value and variety, inviting travelers to bask in Mexico’s sunshine or marvel at the Pacific Coast’s rainforests and rugged shores, all while enjoying the cruise line’s signature service and attention to detail. For more information, travelers can consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL, or visit hollandamerica.com.