Starting in January 2025, Holland America Line will introduce 15 new shows on the Grand World Voyage and Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole, according to a press release.
The shows will debut throughout the months-long journeys of both cruises.
Developed by acclaimed producer Blackburn International, each Grand Voyage will showcase a cast of eight talented singers and dancers performing 15 new productions. Each show will have a unique theme, including tributes to pop and rock legends like Carole King, the Carpenters, Eagles and Fleetwood Mac. With titles such as “The Sounds of Summer,” “Solid Gold,” and “Crossroads,” Holland America Line will offer a diverse array of performances throughout the cruise
“Holland America Line has never introduced this many shows at one time,” said Bill Prince, vice president of entertainment for Holland America Line. “The Grand Voyages are the longest itineraries we offer and it’s important to keep the entertainment fresh for our returning guests. The new shows are a diverse collection of music genres to appeal to a wide variety of tastes.”
The 15 new shows will feature headline entertainers, and performers sourced locally are mixed in with Holland America Line’s production shows and resident musicians, including a classical trio and dance band on both ships.
Guest chefs specializing in the cuisine of the region where the ship is sailing will join select segments of each Grand Voyage to share their culinary expertise. The chefs will offer a live cooking demonstration for guests and participate in an informative “coffee chat.”
Their cuisine will also be featured at an exclusive, reservation-only dinner at Pinnacle Grill. Signature appetizers and main dishes from the guest chefs will be highlighted on the Dining Room menu while they are on board.
Also available are activities such as dance classes like ballroom or beginners’ ballet; arts and crafts classes that include watercolor painting, origami and creative writing; pickleball lessons from the ship’s sports director; tai chi on deck and more.
In 2025, the Zuiderdam will sail the 124-day Grand World Voyage, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ship departs Jan. 4, 2025, and will traverse the globe, visiting 49 ports in 30 countries across six continents. The Volendam sails the 133-day Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole, also roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale. The ship departs on Jan. 25 and sails down the coast of South America to Antarctica and then up to the Arctic, visiting 69 total ports across five continents and 26 countries.
