Celtic Journeys: the ms Prinsendam

Designed to explore the remote corners of the world in elegance and style, the ms Prinsendam is Holland America’s most intimate ship. Accommodating just 793 passengers, she gives guests the feel of a classic yacht with the spaciousness of a cruise ship. The ms Prinsendam offers many cozy areas in which to find your favorite spot, most of her staterooms feature commanding ocean views and many have private verandahs.

A special signature sculpture dominates the three-story atrium featuring etched fish, turtles and dolphins climbing a stunning cylinder of Bolle glass and lit with state-of-the-art fiber optics. Other works of art include a remarkable abstract marble sculpture of a Viking ship by contemporary Norwegian artist Nicholas Widerberg, a series of paintings by impressionist painter Neil Pinkett, and an outstanding collection of Roman Amphorae from 50 - 150 AD. The ms Prinsendam, or "Princes" ship, is truly a classic ship worthy of her name.

This small ship offers all the amenities of a larger vessel, live entertainment, superb dining, comfortable public areas, and spacious decks, yet it carries about half the number of passengers that has become the norm in the cruise industry.

This ship doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to dining. Choose from the main dining room or treat yourself to an evening in the Pinnacle Grill, featuring fine steaks and a selection of dishes from the sea. If you’re short on time, or just prefer a more casual dining experience, alternate your dining in the Lido Restaurant for a wide range of buffet selections.

La Fontaine Dining Room:

features impeccable service and an extensive wine list. Five-course menus include continental cuisine, vegetarian and low-carb options

Pinnacle Grill:

This intimate reservations-only venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience. Featuring premium Sterling Silver beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator - as well as distinctive Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens

Lido Restaurant:

offers a relaxed ambiance for all three meals and features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties

The Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine Magazine:

our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen offering interactive gourmet cooking lessons taught by our own Master Chefs or culinary guests. This is a new feature that was so successful on the other ships in the fleet, that the concept has been expanded to all Holland America ships.

Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times:

a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through an extensive library, surf the Internet and check email or simply read the morning paper.

Greenhouse Spa & Salon:

features heavenly beauty and wellness rituals. Enjoy a facial, hot stone massage, steam in a thermal suite and have your hair and nails done for a special evening.

Queen's Show Lounge:

features talented vocalists, dancers, illusionists, comedians and variety acts

Last Updated: Tuesday, April 29, 2008