Holland America Line's Rotterdam departed today on a 14-day maiden voyage from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The 2,668-guest Rotterdam was delivered in July 2021 and is the third in the Pinnacle Class series for Holland America Line. Last week the ship arrived at its namesake city of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, where it was announced that Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands will be the ship's godmother when it is officially named in the spring.
"Rotterdam's maiden voyage has been highly anticipated for months by our guests and team members eager to welcome them aboard," said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line. "Rotterdam is a beautiful ship and the fourth in our fleet to begin cruising this year. We are excited to bring her to Florida and the Caribbean soon on her first sailing."
Following the transatlantic crossing, Rotterdam will spend from November through April in the Caribbean, with all sailings roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale. Itineraries range from six to 11 days and span the entire region on southern, eastern, western and tropical sailings.
Guests looking for a longer getaway can embark on a 'Collectors' Voyage' - combining back-to-back itineraries.
Every Caribbean cruise includes a call at Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line's private Bahamian island. Cruise guests will enjoy excellent beaches, optional two-storey villas and private cabanas and various dining venues and tours.
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