Following a two-week dry dock in the Bahamas, Holland America Line’s Koningsdam has returned to service. Enhancements include new accommodations for families and friends traveling together, along with refreshed entertainment and retail spaces.
Additional staterooms, improved flow between live-music spaces and fresh finishes throughout the ship enhance the guest experience as the ship heads to Alaska.
During dry dock, Holland America Line added five new, larger ocean view staterooms aboard Koningsdam, creating more space for groups traveling together as the ship heads to Alaska, one of the line’s most popular destinations for multigenerational travel.
Each stateroom accommodates up to four guests and features two beds that convert to a queen-size bed, along with a double sofa bed.
Four of the staterooms are connecting, allowing larger groups of families and friends to book together. Holland American Line also upgraded 22 Vista Suites with new sofa beds, giving families more options to stay together comfortably.
Live Music Venues Get Fresh Look
Updates to the area connecting Billboard Onboard and Rolling Stone Lounge create a more immersive live music experience aboard Koningsdam. Added seating in each venue provides more space for music lovers to relax and enjoy performances together.
New lounge seating positioned between the two venues allows guests to take in shows from either side. The refreshed layout creates a more open, connected environment where guests can gather and enjoy live music throughout the evening.
Casino Expansion Adds More Entertainment at Sea
Koningsdam’s casino expanded during dry dock to create a more spacious and comfortable gaming environment for guests. The increased footprint allows for additional casino experiences for those who enjoy gaming while sailing. The refreshed layout improves circulation through nearby entertainment and shopping areas, making it easier for guests to move between venues throughout the ship.
Interior Updates Enhance Comfort and Flow Throughout the Ship
In addition to new staterooms and entertainment venues, Koningsdam’s dry dock included a series of interior updates designed to refresh the ship’s look and improve flexibility for guests. Carpets were replaced throughout staterooms and public areas, giving the ship a clean, updated feel ahead of the Alaska season.
Several specialty dining venues, including Pinnacle Grill, Sel de Mer and Club Orange also received updates to support a more adaptable dining experience. Some fixed tables were converted to movable table arrangements, allowing greater flexibility in seating configurations to better accommodate different group sizes and guest preferences.
The ship’s fitness center also received new equipment, ensuring guests continue to enjoy a modern workout experience while at sea.
Effy Jewelry Retail Space Refresh
Koningsdam’s Effy jewelry retail space underwent a full refresh during dry dock to align with the updated design previously introduced aboard Westerdam and Zuiderdam.
The reimagined boutique features new flooring, wall finishes, lighting and display fixtures, along with upgraded signage and merchandising elements that create a brighter, more modern retail environment.
Updated pedestal and wall displays, refreshed ceiling finishes and a new central feature chandelier further enhance the shopping experience, reflecting the cohesive, contemporary Effy look being rolled out across the fleet while maintaining an efficient and inviting layout for guests.
About Holland American Line
A division of Carnival Corporation, Holland America Line has been exploring the world for more than 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries, extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations.
Offering a perfectly-sized ship experience, its fleet of 11 vessels visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared the thrill of Alaska for more than 75 years — longer than any other cruise line.
Savor the Journey isn’t just a tagline, it’s a reinforcement that the cruise line provides experiences too good to hurry through, connecting travelers to the world and each other. Award-winning enrichment programming, entertainment and cuisine that brings each locale on board, including a revolutionary Global Fresh Fish Program, put Holland America Line at the forefront of premium cruising.
Photos courtesy of Holland America Line
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