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Holland America Line Unveils Bar 1873, a Stunning Venue Inspired by More Than 150 Years of Maritime Heritage

PR Newswire•16/10/2026•06:03 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Holland America debuts Bar 1873 aboard Oosterdam during Evolution transformation
  • ➤Oosterdam reimagines Crow’s Nest with expanded live music and entertainment programming
  • ➤Holland America Evolution will revitalize all six Vista and Signature Class ships
  • ➤Bookings open for transformed Oosterdam and Zuiderdam cruises
  • ➤Carnival (CCL) owns Holland America Line within its cruise portfolio

Expert Statements

Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line

“One of the goals of Holland America Evolution is to celebrate the traditions that have always made us special while introducing fresh experiences for today’s guests”

Beth Bodensteiner, President of Holland America Line

“Bar 1873 is one of the most exciting examples of that vision. On Oosterdam, we’ve taken an important part of our history and transformed it into a completely new venue. As the concept expands, each bar will draw inspiration from a different part of our heritage, creating a distinct experience aboard every Evolution ship.”

Holland America Line Unveils Bar 1873, a Stunning Venue Inspired by More Than 150 Years of Maritime Heritage PR Newswire

New two-story atrium debuts as part of Oosterdam's Evolution transformation; reimagined Crow's Nest expands live entertainment experiences

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