Adventure Begins at Sea
By Sarah Etinas
Adventure Begins at Sea
By Sarah Etinas
Discover top reasons to cruise Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific with Holland America Line.
Sail away with Holland America Line to the South Pacific, Australia, and New Zealand on a cruise to remember. From the incredible itineraries to the locally sourced food to the impeccable service, there are so many reasons these Holland America Line sailings are simply unforgettable.
Immersive Itineraries
Once you’re onboard and unpacked, there’s no need to worry about travel logistics on your Holland America Line voyage. Fall asleep sailing by the greenery-laden Sapphire Coast one night, then wake up at the Sydney Opera House the next. With the ideal mix of iconic landmarks and hidden gems, Holland America’s next-level Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific itineraries are sure to please.
Immersive Itineraries
Once you’re onboard and unpacked, there’s no need to worry about travel logistics on your Holland America Line voyage. Fall asleep sailing by the greenery-laden Sapphire Coast one night, then wake up at the Sydney Opera House the next. With the ideal mix of iconic landmarks and hidden gems, Holland America’s next-level Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific itineraries are sure to please.
Unique Natural Wonders
All of the South Pacific is known for incredible natural landscapes. The dotted tropical islands with golden sand beaches and crystal-clear waters are lovely year round. Then, there are Australia and New Zealand, neighboring countries that are like two peas in a pod, boasting the most diverse natural wonders around – from the Twelve Apostles rock formations to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to the craggy cliffs of Milford Sound.
Unique Natural Wonders
All of the South Pacific is known for incredible natural landscapes. The dotted tropical islands with golden sand beaches and crystal-clear waters are lovely year round. Then, there are Australia and New Zealand, neighboring countries that are like two peas in a pod, boasting the most diverse natural wonders around – from the Twelve Apostles rock formations to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to the craggy cliffs of Milford Sound.
Numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites
More of a history buff? The South Pacific region has more than its fair share of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In French Polynesia, find Taputapuatea, 1,000-year-old ruins from the ancestral ma’ohi civilization. At New Zealand’s Tongariro National Park, stunning natural landscapes meet ancient Maori legends. Even the famed Great Barrier Reef has claimed the elusive UNESCO World Heritage Site title – thanks to its long-lasting 400 types of coral, 1,500 types of fish, and 4,000 types of mollusc – so don’t miss out on your opportunity to snorkel through its marine life-filled waters.
Numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites
More of a history buff? The South Pacific region has more than its fair share of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In French Polynesia, find Taputapuatea, 1,000-year-old ruins from the ancestral ma’ohi civilization. At New Zealand’s Tongariro National Park, stunning natural landscapes meet ancient Maori legends. Even the famed Great Barrier Reef has claimed the elusive UNESCO World Heritage Site title – thanks to its long-lasting 400 types of coral, 1,500 types of fish, and 4,000 types of mollusc – so don’t miss out on your opportunity to snorkel through its marine life-filled waters.
Authentic Cultural Experiences
One of the most rewarding parts of travel is experiencing local cultures. On your Holland America Line voyage in the South Pacific, you’ll have countless opportunities to do just that. Explore the sites of native legends or learn about recent local aviation innovations, hand-feed a kangaroo or pop by a working Tasmanian sheep farm, visit an ancient Samoan village or take part in a Tongan feast. All you have to do is choose the experience that suits you best.
Authentic Cultural Experiences
One of the most rewarding parts of travel is experiencing local cultures. On your Holland America Line voyage in the South Pacific, you’ll have countless opportunities to do just that. Explore the sites of native legends or learn about recent local aviation innovations, hand-feed a kangaroo or pop by a working Tasmanian sheep farm, visit an ancient Samoan village or take part in a Tongan feast. All you have to do is choose the experience that suits you best.
Fresh Local Favorites
Dine on dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients, both in port and at sea. At the former, you’ll want to take advantage of food-focused excursions. Visit a vanilla plantation in French Polynesia, explore a Tasmanian truffle farm, or taste your way through New Zealand’s world-renowned wineries, just to start. Then, once you’re back aboard the ship, Holland America’s onboard chefs flex their culinary mastery, using even more fantastic local ingredients – from Zealand green-lipped mussels to Tasmanian ocean trout – to put together tasty and elegant plates.
Fresh Local Favorites
Dine on dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients, both in port and at sea. At the former, you’ll want to take advantage of food-focused excursions. Visit a vanilla plantation in French Polynesia, explore a Tasmanian truffle farm, or taste your way through New Zealand’s world-renowned wineries, just to start. Then, once you’re back aboard the ship, Holland America’s onboard chefs flex their culinary mastery, using even more fantastic local ingredients – from Zealand green-lipped mussels to Tasmanian ocean trout – to put together tasty and elegant plates.
Award-Winning Personalized Service
The service on Holland America Line ships is, quite simply, above and beyond. The crew member’s personalized care and connection will make your stateroom – and the vessel as a whole – feel like a second home within minutes of boarding.
Award-Winning Personalized Service
The service on Holland America Line ships is, quite simply, above and beyond. The crew member’s personalized care and connection will make your stateroom – and the vessel as a whole – feel like a second home within minutes of boarding.
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I have always been a Geography and Map Fanatic. I own a very large and well-utilized National Geographic Atlas in which I have recorded many notes and personal trips and routed out my journeys by ships, planes, trains, and cycling. I refer to it frequently in putting together my clients' trips and itineraries, as well as my own.
Going back to the time when I was a little girl, I have either lived just a few yards from the ocean or relatively close to it. I liked watching ships and wanted to know what life was like on the other side of the ocean. I was fascinated that my Grandmother came to the US on a ship as a teenage girl together with her sister from Ireland. Before my grandparents met in the US, my Grandfather from Ireland worked as a cowboy and copper miner in Montana at the turn of the 20th Century. They had many National Geographic issues at their home which I loved looking at. These impressions, plus taking my first cruise, all eventually led me to the cruise and travel ...