Holland America Line Expands to 12 Ships with Addition of Arcadia
PR Newswire•06/10/2026•11:30 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Arcadia joins Holland America’s fleet in 2029, expanding it to 12 ships
- ➤Arcadia adds over 2,000 guests of capacity to Holland America Line
- ➤Holland America Evolution adds venues, restaurants and staterooms across the fleet
- ➤Oosterdam’s transformation debuts fall 2027; Zuiderdam follows in April 2028
- ➤P&O Cruises will transfer Arcadia as it welcomes 3,000-passenger Queen Anne
Expert Statements
Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line
“Holland America Line continues to see strong demand from guests seeking immersive travel experiences, genuine hospitality, and perfectly sized ships”
Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line
“Adding Arcadia allows us to welcome more guests while building on everything they already love about our brand. As a Vista Class ship, she is a natural fit and an exciting extension of Holland America Evolution, the largest guest experience transformation in our 153-year history.”
Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line
“We create experiences for the curious, offering new perspectives and deeper connections to the world and each other,”
Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line
“Whether it’s strengthening our presence in favorite destinations or opening opportunities to sail in new ways, this additional capacity helps us offer even more choices to travelers who believe the journey should be as rewarding as the destination.”
Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line
“At the same time, this is one chapter in a larger story. It supports our near-term growth while fitting alongside the company’s broader approach to modernization and future fleet expansion, including the thoughtful consideration of newbuilds. There’s more to come as we continue investing in our fleet and guest experience.”
Holland America Line Expands to 12 Ships with Addition of Arcadia PR Newswire
Vista Class ship joins fleet in 2029, adding guest capacity and extending Holland America Evolution to another perfectly sized ship
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