Holland America Line Reveals Enthralling Mexico and Pacific Coast Cruises for 2025-2026 Season
Holland America Line is inviting travelers to embark on an unforgettable journey with its newly announced Mexico and Pacific Coast cruises for the 2025-2026 season. These meticulously curated voyages promise an unparalleled exploration of majestic landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and close encounters with diverse wildlife, setting sail between August 2025 and May 2026. The announcement follows the opening of bookings for the line’s Hawaii and Panama Canal sailings for the same season, further expanding its portfolio of exotic destinations.
Highlighting its legacy as a pioneer in Alaska and Pacific Northwest cruises, Holland America Line introduces the “Great Bear Rainforest” itinerary aboard the Noordam. This seven-day roundtrip from Seattle, available on October 5, 2025, and April 19, 2026, offers a rare opportunity to navigate the historic Inside Passage. The journey promises an intimate experience through breathtaking fjords and pristine waters, featuring stops in Ketchikan, Alaska, and various British Columbia locales, including Prince Rupert, Nanaimo, and Victoria. Paul Grigsby, vice president of deployment and revenue planning for Holland America Line, emphasizes the uniqueness of this voyage, marking a return to the storied route sailed since the gold rush era, maximizing daylight transit for optimal wildlife viewing.
In addition to the Pacific Northwest’s natural splendor, Holland America Line presents ten other Pacific Coast itineraries. These journeys showcase the region’s stunning scenery and vibrant cities, with options ranging from one-day to multi-week cruises departing from San Diego or Seattle in the U.S., or Vancouver in Canada.
For sun-seekers and culture enthusiasts, the Mexico season offers a perfect blend of popular and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Sailing roundtrip from San Diego or between San Diego and Vancouver, guests will visit iconic ports like Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, along with rare stops in Guaymas, Santa Rosalia, Loreto, and Topolobampo. Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer for Holland America Line, highlights the allure of these cruises, emphasizing the region’s sunny climate, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culinary heritage.
The 2025-2026 season also introduces 15 Collectors’ Voyages, ranging from 14 to 29 days. These comprehensive itineraries combine back-to-back cruises for an extensive exploration of the Pacific Coast, Mexico, and Hawaii.
To make these cruises even more enticing, Holland America Line offers the “Have It All” premium package for select sailings. This package includes shore excursions, specialty dining, beverage packages, Wi-Fi, and additional perks like free prepaid Crew Appreciation, and upgrades to Premium Wi-Fi and the Elite Beverage Package, enhancing the overall cruising experience.
With its latest Mexico and Pacific Coast offerings, Holland America Line continues to redefine luxury cruising, providing guests with memorable journeys filled with adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion.