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San Juan & Antilles

Holland America Line

Join Holland America Line for a 14-night cruise departing from Boston, USA, visiting San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands), Philipsburg, St Maarten, Castries, St. Lucia, Bridgetown, Barbados, Willemstad, Curacao, Half Moon Cay and Miami, Florida. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities.

Departure date

18 October 2025

Cabins

Inside from

2,742pp

Outside from

3,122pp

Balcony from

3,817pp

Suite from

4,765pp

Prices do not include flights.
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Quote Reference number: 355934-2148108

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Your Holiday Summary

Departure - Arrival
18 Oct 2025 - 01 Nov 2025
Duration
15 days, 14 nights
Sailing
6 sea days
Departure Port
Boston, USA
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Travelling Itinerary

Day 1
Boston, Massachusetts

Departure: at 16:00

Welcome aboard! Today marks the beginning of your unforgettable cruise holiday. Take time to explore the ship, unwind, and soak in the excitement of what’s to come. Your holiday starts now.

Day 2
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Day 5
San Juan

Arrival: at 12:01
Departure: at 23:00

Massive El Morro Fortress guards Old San Juan, while the benevolent Indian spirit Yuquiyu keeps watch over the entire island from the highest peak in the rain forest. By night there are roulette wheels to spin and fiery flamenco shows to catch. Sample shore excursions: Old San Juan Historic Walking Tour; El Yunque Rain Forest Drive; World Heritage Fortress & Art Museum.

Day 6
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands

Arrival: at 08:00
Departure: at 17:00

The lovely, European-influenced port of Charlotte Amalie wins the prize for Caribbean shopping thrills. Cameras, jewelry, watches, perfumes are all here. So are beautiful beaches, undersea gardens and tales of Blackbeard. Sample shore excursions: Sea Trekking Helmet Dive & Coral World; Champagne Catamaran Sail & Snorkel to St. John; St. Thomas Ocean Racing; Ultimate Island Experience.

Day 7
Phillipsburg

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 16:00

Philipsburg is the capital of Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of the Caribbean island Saint Martin. Beachfront bars line the boardwalk along Great Bay. Voorstraat, or Front Street, has duty-free shops and casinos. The St. Maarten Zoo is home to parrots, monkeys and a playground. Sint Maarten Museum displays artifacts from the indigenous Arawak people. The ruins of 17th-century Fort Amsterdam stand on a nearby peninsula.

Day 8
Castries

Arrival: at 09:00
Departure: at 18:00

Stunning mountain peaks, lush rainforest, and perfectly turquoise water. Discover this Caribbean gem on a Cruise to St. Lucia. This Caribbean island offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the raw power of Mother Nature at her finest. On a Cruise to St. Lucia, visit the only drive-in volcano in the world, explore the natural wonders of the wild or simply relax with a good book on an even better beach. St Lucia truly has it all. Book a Caribbean cruise and discover St. Lucia's sandy white beaches, vibrant tropical foliage, and authentic island food.

Day 9
Bridgetown

Arrival: at 08:00
Departure: at 17:00

Barbadians, or Bajans in local parlance, consider their island nation the most British of the Caribbean: Queen Elizabeth II is still head of state, and English products are stocked in many of its stores and restaurants. Barbados is known as the birthplace of international pop star Rihanna, but it has also produced some of the biggest Caribbean calypso and soca music stars. The summer Crop Over festival is a huge carnival event. With live music and crafts for sale, the popular Friday fish fry at Oistins Bay is a fun place to mingle with the locals. Centered around a waterway called the Careenage and its handsome Chamberlain Bridge, the historic center of Bridgetown, the country's capital, was granted UNESCO World Heritage status in 2011 for its wealth of British colonial architecture dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Among the famous figures who visited Bridgetown when it was at its peak was none other than George Washington, who spent two months in 1751 in a house that still stands today, on his only trip abroad. Barbados is only 34 kilometers (21 miles) long, and even if your time is limited, you can explore much of the island using Bridgetown as your base. The less populated, rugged east coast of this coral island is strikingly beautiful and home to a number of different turtle species. The west coast, often nicknamed the "Platinum Coast," is where you'll find some of the island's most popular beaches and biggest mansions. The interior, with its 340-meter-high (1,115-foot-high) Mount Hillaby, historic sugar plantations and lush gardens, will lure you away from the beach for a few hours.

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Willemstad

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 23:00

Amsterdam-like canals, gabled Dutch colonial buildings, an exotic floating market. This bustling duty-free port has it all. Plus the world-famous Curaçao Liqueur Distillery and an intriguing coral reef teeming with parrotfish and queen angelfish. Sample shore excursions: Curaçao Dolphin Encounter; Curaçao See & Sea Tour; Highlights of Curaçao with Folkloric Show; Canoe Safari; Willemstad Trolley Train.

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Day 14
Half Moon Cay

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 14:00

The Caribbean is full of tropical wonders and natural beauty. But there’s nothing like Half Moon Cay, our pristine private island paradise in the Bahamas. Cruise to the Bahamas with Holland America Line and discover the most stunning, highest-rated private-island experience in the region, Half Moon Cay. This island has won Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Best Private Island award 17 consecutive years, and was also named the best in Travel Weekly's Readers' Choice Awards. As soon as your toes touch that powdery white sand and your eyes settle on the perfect blue-crystal clear water, you’ll understand why this island is one of the most sought out destinations. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, book a Bahamas cruise and explore Half Moon Cay's beautiful beaches, exciting cruise excursions, exclusive beach cabanas and more.

Day 15
Miami

Arrival: at 07:00

As your cruise comes to an end, why not extend the magic? Our team can arrange extra hotel nights for you so you can continue exploring and make even more unforgettable memories before heading home.

Zuiderdam

Classic nautical finishes, modern amenities and a spectacular art collection make Zuiderdam a continued favourite in the Holland America fleet. Numerous enrichment and entertainment activities keep guests going from the moment they wake on this cruise ship. When it comes to dining, there are options for everyone, from steak at the Pinnacle Grill to burgers and fries at Dive-In to exquisite Italian cuisine at Canaletto. Hear your favourite tunes all evening long at music clubs, such as the Rolling Stone Lounge and Billboard Onboard.

General characteristics

Ship name: Zuiderdam
Length: 285.29 m (936 ft)
Capacity: 1,916 passengers
Total cabins: 985
Tonnage: 82,305 GT

Zuiderdam

What’s on Board

Recreational
Fitness
Relaxation
Food and Drink
Entertainment
Other
Decks
recreational

Recreational

  • Club HAL
  • Golf Simulator
  • Indoor Pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor Pool
  • The Loft
fitness

Fitness

  • Basketball
  • Fitness Center
  • Gym
  • Pickleball
relaxation

Relaxation

  • Beauty Salon
  • Greenhouse Spa & Salon
  • Hydro Massage Pool
  • Lido Pool
  • Spa
  • Thermal Suite
  • Whirlpool
food-and-drink

Food and Drink

  • Bar
  • Canaletto Restaurant
  • Explorations Cafe
  • Grill
  • Lido Bar
  • Lido Casual Restaurant
  • Piano Bar
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Sports Bar
  • Sports Bar
  • The Verandah
  • Vista Dining Room
entertainment

Entertainment

  • Crow's Nest
  • Explorers Lounge
  • Neptune Lounge
  • Night Club
  • Photo Gallery
  • Queen's Show Lounge
  • Theatre

Decks

Main Deck Main
Lower Promenade Deck Lower Promenade
Promenade Deck Promenade
Upper Promenade Deck Upper Promenade
Verandah Deck Verandah
Upper Verandah Deck Upper Verandah
Rotterdam Deck Rotterdam
Navigation Deck Navigation
Lido Deck Lido
Observation Deck Observation
Sports Deck Sports
entertainment

Other

  • Art Gallery
  • Atrium
  • Concierge
  • Culinary Arts Center
  • Duty-free shop
  • Future Cruise Sales
  • Observation Deck
  • Photo Gallery
  • Shops
  • Shore Excursion Office

Staff Tips

  • Astrid Bell

    Explore the ship, plan your nights and learn where the restaurants are. It still amazes me how huge cruise ships are. It’s crazy! I think it’s a great idea to take a tour of the ship or go out exploring on your own, to learn where everything is.

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Amanda O'Brien

    For the first day of your cruise, pack a small carry-on bag with your travel documents, a change of clothes, swimsuit, exercise clothes and any medications you may need. That way you don't have to wait for your checked bags to arrive in your stateroom.

    Amanda O'BrienPersonal Travel Planner
  • Kristin Skinner

    Get to know the staff early in the cruise. They can give you some wonderful inside information regarding the ports of call, excursions, activities, and so on.

    Kristin SkinnerPersonal Travel Planner
  • Astrid Bell

    It’s always worth having a small amount of local currency for immediate expenses on arrival at your destination and for any purchases you make at your ports of call. We also recommend you carry a major credit or charge card (American Express®, MasterCard® or Visa®), or sufficient funds in U.S.$ travellers cheques which can be cashed on board.

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Tracy Crowley

    There will be a laundry service on board all ships; the service is not “self service” and prices vary by garment type

    Tracy CrowleyPersonal Travel Planner

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