Holland America Around the World Contest: Win a Dream Cruise Vacation! (11 Winners)

Picture yourself sailing across crystal-clear waters, waking up to breathtaking ocean views, and exploring unforgettable destinations in total comfort and luxury. The Holland America Line – Around the World Contest is your chance to experience the vacation of a lifetime with an incredible cruise for two giveaways.

Share your story and explain why you want to travel the world with Holland America and which ship you’d choose for your dream adventure. Whether you dream of relaxing on deck, discovering new cultures, or enjoying world-class dining and entertainment, this luxury cruise sweepstakes could turn your travel goals into reality.

One lucky grand prize winner will receive a 7-day cruise for two in a verandah stateroom aboard the maiden voyage of the newly reimagined MS Oosterdam. Imagine experiencing this spectacular new journey with panoramic ocean views, premium accommodations, and unforgettable destinations.

And the excitement doesn’t stop there—10 additional winners will each receive a cruise for two aboard the Holland America ship selected during registration. From the elegant MS Eurodam to the iconic MS Zuiderdam, every ship offers unique experiences designed for travelers who want to explore the world in style.

This is more than a vacation giveaway—it’s your chance to create memories that last forever. Enter now for your shot at winning a dream Holland America cruise and begin your next great adventure at sea!

Limit: There is a limit of one submission per person during the entire Contest Submission Period, regardless of whether you enter using a video or essay. The minimum age required to enter the giveaway is 21. It is open for the legal residents of (50) United States and the District of Columbia, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada (excluding Quebec).

How to Enter in Holland America Line - Around The World Contest:

During the Contest Submission Period, visit aroundtheworldin11ways.hollandamerica.com and access the Contest registration page through the provided banners or links.

Complete and submit the official registration form by selecting one Holland America ship from the list provided. You must also submit either:

• A video up to 60 seconds long, or
• A written essay in English between 25 and 250 words
• explaining why you want to see the world with Holland America and why you selected your chosen ship.
• Your video or essay must clearly relate to the Contest theme. The registration form together with the video or essay will be considered your official submission.

Holland America Line Free Cruise Vacation Giveaway Winner Selection:

On or around September 10, 2026, eleven (11) potential winners will be selected, including one (1) Grand Prize winner and ten (10) First Prize winners (one per Ship).

Eligible submissions will be judged in Bethel, CT, based on:

• Creativity in Storytelling (25%)
• Sincerity (25%)
• Holland America Inspiration (50%)

The highest-scoring submission overall will be selected as the potential Grand Prize winner. The highest-scoring submission for each Ship category, excluding the Grand Prize winner, will be selected as a potential First Prize winner.

Around The World in 11 Ways Contest Prizes:

Grand Prize:

(1) Winner will receive a 7-day cruise for two in a verandah stateroom aboard the maiden voyage of the Oosterdam following refurbishment on December 2, 2027. (ARV: Up to $5,058 USD)

Grand Prize includes:

• Seven days cruise for two
• Verandah stateroom accommodations
• Sailing aboard the refurbished Oosterdam maiden voyage

First Prizes:

(10) Winners will each receive a cruise for two aboard the ship selected on their registration form. (ARV of Each Prize: Up to $5,000 USD)

Available Cruise Options Include:

• Eurodam — Caribbean or Alaska — 7–9 days — Verandah stateroom
• Rotterdam — Europe — 7 days — Verandah stateroom
• Koningsdam — Mexico or Alaska — 7 days — Verandah stateroom
• Nieuw Statendam — Caribbean — 7 days — Verandah stateroom
• Nieuw Amsterdam — Caribbean — 9 days — Verandah stateroom
• Westerdam — Alaska Gulf — 7 days — Verandah stateroom
• Volendam — Canada or New England — 7 days — Oceanview stateroom
• Noordam — Alaska — 7 days — Verandah stateroom
• Zuiderdam — Caribbean, Mexico, or Europe — 7 days — Verandah stateroom
• Zaandam — Alaska — 7 days — Oceanview stateroom