# Koningsdam

- Kind: ship
- Data version: 2026-10-14
- Reference month: 2026-10
- Checked: 2026-07-03
- Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/koningsdam

For reference only. Bookings, prices and schedules are not guaranteed. Check current details with the official provider.

## Overview

- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Size: Large
- Market segment: Premium mid-to-large size
- Ship: Koningsdam
- Class: Pinnacle
- Region: Alaska, Mexican Riviera & West Coast

Koningsdam entered service in 2016 as the first Pinnacle-class ship and the first to embody the class’s design concept. Its interiors draw on musical-instrument forms, while venues such as World Stage and Music Walk reinforce its strong identity as a ship centered on music. Summer operations focus on Alaska from Vancouver, and winter operations center on the Mexican Riviera from San Diego. Many itineraries are easy-to-follow cruises of about seven nights, making it an approachable choice for first-time Holland America Line travelers.

- Adult-oriented
- First-time cruise friendly
- Alaska-focused
- Music lovers

Checked: 2026-07-03

[See the ship’s size](https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/koningsdam/scale)

## Specifications

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Gross tonnage | 99,863 GT |
| Passenger capacity | 2,650 |
| Crew | 1,036 |
| Decks | 12 |
| Cabins | 1,331 |
| Length | 299.7 m (983 ft) |
| Year built | 2016 |
| IMO number | 9692557 |

## Ship character

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Score (0–5) |
| --- | --- |
| Families | 2 |
| Adults | 5 |
| Luxury | 4 |
| First-time cruisers | 5 |
| Entertainment | 4 |
| Dining | 4 |
| Japanese-language support | 1 |

### Great for

Alaska inside-passage cruises
Introductory cruises of about seven nights
Travelers seeking lower transfer demands

### Less suited to

Families focused on waterparks
Travelers seeking a youthful party atmosphere
Travelers wanting departures from Japan

## Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

| Item | Value | Label | Description | Scope | Sources | Checked |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Public bath | Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite | Official | — | — | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese food | Japanese food at extra cost | Official | — | — | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese language support | Some Japanese language support | Official | — | Line-wide | [hal-cruise.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.hal-cruise.jp/2025-27-hal-japan-sailing) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Payment in yen | Payment in yen not accepted | Official | — | Line-wide | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Smoking | Smoking in designated areas only | Official | — | — | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Dress code | Formal nights | Official | — | Line-wide | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Power outlets | Plug types: A, B, C, F | Estimated | — | — | [halfacts.com](https://halfacts.com/pinnacle-class/7019-koningsdam/) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

English text in preparation.

## At a glance

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Kids club | Yes |
| Adults-only areas | Yes |
| Waterpark | No |
| Casino | Yes |
| Theater and shows | Yes |
| Spa | Yes |
| Cinema | Yes |
| Accessible cabins | Yes |
| Solo cabins | Yes |
| All-inclusive | No |

- Japanese support rating (editorial): 1/5

Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

## Cabins by category

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Cabins | Description | Cabin count / recommended decks | Size | Capacity / beds | Features | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Interior | Standard interior cabins without windows. The category in the most common price range, for travelers who want to keep costs down. | Spread across the low- to mid-level decks | 13–21 m² (140–226 ft²) (Estimated) | Standard: 2 people (some categories accommodate up to 4) / Twin beds (convertible to queen size) | Balcony: No, Window: No, Concierge: No, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Oceanview | Cabins with sea views through windows but no balconies. Family and solo traveler options are also available separately. | Distributed across decks | 16–26 m² (172–280 ft²) (Estimated) | Standard: 2 people (Family Oceanview cabins accommodate up to 5) / Twin beds (convertible to queen size); family-type sofa bed added | Balcony: No, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Verandah | The largest category, with standard balcony accommodations. The upper tier also includes somewhat larger Vista Suites. | Spread widely across each deck | 21–38 m² (226–409 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / Twin beds (convertible to queen size) | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Neptune Suite | A suite category with upper-tier benefits below Pinnacle Suite, such as a dedicated lounge and concierge service. | Each deck; concentrated near dedicated Neptune Lounge areas | 43–47 m² (463–506 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / King bed (convertible to twins) | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Pinnacle Suite | The top-tier suite, with only 1 room onboard. At approximately 120 m², it is more than twice the size of other onboard categories and has an independent living space resembling a large apartment. | 1 cabins / Top deck (forward) | 119–120 m² (1,281–1,292 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / King bed; Duxiana mattress | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: No | Unknown |

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.

## Dining

Checked: 2026-07-03

- Onboard currency: USD

### Included in the fare (no extra charge)

#### The Dining Room

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Classic and regionally inspired international cuisine
- Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (daily rotating menu)

The main dining room included in the cruise fare, with a rotating menu that changes every evening.

#### Lido Market

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: International buffet
- Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

A large buffet restaurant available across a wide range of hours from morning through night and convenient for families.

#### Dive-In

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Poolside grill (burgers and hot dogs)
- Hours: Lunch service

A casual grill beside the pool, serving burgers and hot dogs.

#### New York Deli & Pizza

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Snacks including bagels, sandwiches, and pizza
- Hours: 7:00-0:00 the next day

A snack corner serving everything from breakfast to movie night.

#### Grand Dutch Café

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Cafe and bar inspired by Dutch traditions

A refined cafe and bar themed around Dutch heritage. Snacks are included in the cruise fare, but drinks cost extra.

#### Gelato & Juice Bar

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: House-made gelato and fresh juices

Provides gelato made onboard each day. Paid light snacks in the low-price range of about $2 per cup.

#### Room Service

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Snacks and all-day menu
- Hours: Breakfast, all day, and late night

In-room dining, generally provided as a complimentary service included in the cruise fare.

### Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)

#### Pinnacle Grill

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $52 (lunch or dinner, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: American-style steakhouse
- Hours: Lunch and dinner available (reservation required)

A chef-led steakhouse centered on dry-aged meats, with some menu items carrying an additional charge.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Filet mignon (8 oz, included in course) | $52 (included in the shared lunch and dinner set-menu price) |
| Table-side Dover sole | +$15 (additional charge) |
| Beecher's lobster mac and cheese | +$12 (additional charge) |

#### Rudi's Sel de Mer

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $55 (dinner only, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: French seafood brasserie
- Hours: Dinner only

A French seafood restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine, including raw oysters and lobster.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Raw oysters, lobster, bouillabaisse | $55 (included in the dinner course) |

#### Tamarind

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $35 (dinner only, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: Pan-Asian cuisine
- Hours: Dinner only

A Pan-Asian restaurant known for signature dishes such as wok-seared lobster.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Wok-seared lobster | $35 (included in the dinner course) |
| Sichuan shrimp / spicy duck dishes | $35 (included in the dinner course) |

#### Canaletto

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $25 (dinner only, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: Italian cuisine (house-made pasta)
- Hours: Dinner only

A casual Italian restaurant known for house-made pasta prepared by hand daily.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Handmade seafood pasta | $25 (included in the dinner course) |
| Osso buco (with mascarpone and saffron risotto) | $25 (included in the dinner course) |

#### Morimoto by Sea Sushi Bar

- Category: Extra charge
- Cuisine: Sushi and sashimi (Japanese cuisine)

A dedicated sushi bar overseen by chef Masaharu Morimoto, permanently installed only on the 3 Pinnacle Class ships: Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam, and Rotterdam. All items are a la carte.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Assorted nigiri and rolls | A la carte (individual prices not disclosed) |

#### Club Orange Dining Room

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $35 per person per day (program-wide fee)
- Cuisine: Expanded main dining menu
- Hours: Breakfast and dinner

A dedicated dining room exclusive to Pinnacle Class ships, available to Club Orange VIP program members.

## Facilities and activities

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Highlights

- Rolling Stone Rock Room: A live music venue created in collaboration with Rolling Stone, where live bands perform rock classics.
- Music Walk: 3 venues (Rolling Stone Rock Room, Billboard Onboard and B.B. King's Blues Club) sit side by side, so guests can venue-hop and listen as they walk, with no tickets needed
- World Stage's 270-degree HD LED screen: A wraparound screen showing images that immerse the entire venue.
- Morimoto by Sea: A sushi bar supervised by chef Masaharu Morimoto, first introduced on the lead ship of the Pinnacle Class

| Facilities | Category | Kind | Scope | Amount | Description | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Lido Pool | Included | Pool | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Main pool with a retractable glass roof, allowing use in all weather. | Unknown |
| Sea View Pool | Included | Pool | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | Adult-only pool area for a quiet escape | Unknown |
| Greenhouse Spa & Salon | Extra charge | Spa | Adults only: No, For children: No | 50-minute massage: $149 and up; thermal suite pass for one: $149 and up per cruise (Estimated) | Treatments such as massages and facials, plus an attached thermal suite with a warm-water pool and steam room. | Unknown |
| Fitness Center | Included | Sports | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Large gym with cardio and strength-training machines. Instructor-led classes are also held. | Unknown |
| Sports Court | Included | Sports | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Outdoor multipurpose court for pickleball, basketball, and table tennis. | Unknown |
| Jogging Track | Included | Jogging | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Walking and jogging track that circles the top deck alongside the sports court. | Unknown |
| Casino | Extra charge | Casino | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | Penny slots to $5 slots, table games, and video poker. | Unknown |
| World Stage | Included | Theater | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Main theater with about 700 seats and a 270-degree HD LED screen, presenting production shows and performances that combine BBC Earth footage with live music. | Unknown |
| Rolling Stone Rock Room | Included | Signature attraction | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Rock venue created with Rolling Stone magazine, where live bands perform famous rock songs. | Unknown |
| Billboard Onboard | Included | Bar | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Dueling piano lounge overseen by Billboard magazine, where two pianist-singers play hits from the 1950s to the present. | Unknown |
| B.B. King's Blues Club | Included | Nightclub | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Live venue for a blues, jazz, and R&B band; it also functions as a nightclub after dark. | Unknown |
| Crow's Nest | Extra charge | Bar | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Forward observation lounge with panoramic views, board games, puzzles, coffee, and wine | Unknown |
| Explorations Café | Extra charge | Library | Adults only: No, For children: No | Coffee and light meals are charged; reading is free (Estimated) | Coffee bar, library, and cafe with a large book collection and internet access. | Unknown |
| Poolside Movie Screen | Included | Cinema | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Lido Pool with a large LED screen, hosting evening movie screenings. | Unknown |
| Kids Club | Included | Kids | Adults only: No, For children: Yes | Unknown | Age-based programs for ages 3 to 6, 7 to 11 and 12 to 17, offering activities such as crafts, sports and movie nights. | Unknown |
| Shops | Extra charge | Shop | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Onboard shops selling duty-free branded goods, sundries, Dutch souvenirs, and more. | Unknown |

## Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Children and families

- Kids Club — Age-based programs for ages 3 to 6, 7 to 11 and 12 to 17, offering activities such as crafts, sports and movie nights.

### Adults-only areas

- Sea View Pool — Adult-only pool area for a quiet escape
- Casino — Penny slots to $5 slots, table games, and video poker.

### Practical information (line-wide)

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Onboard currency | USD |
| Gratuities | A "Crew Appreciation" charge is added automatically to your onboard bill. After boarding, you can increase, reduce or remove the amount at Guest Services. However, the automatic service charge on dining, drink, spa and similar purchases (20% from June 2026) is billed separately and cannot be adjusted. |
| Payment | Cashless onboard |
| Voltage | Supports both 110V and 220V (implementation differs by ship and cabin) |
| Formal nights | About 1 on cruises of 6 nights or fewer and 2 on cruises of 7 to 10 nights (the number increases with cruise length) |
| Medical facilities | Every ship has a medical center staffed by dedicated doctors and nurses. Regular consultations are by appointment 2 times a day plus same-day walk-ins, and emergencies are handled 24 hours. Examinations, medication, tests, diagnostic imaging and the like are all charged (billed at actual cost) and are often not covered by travel or medical insurance. |
| Bringing items onboard | Only wine and champagne may be brought on board (up to 750 ml per bottle, with a limit on the number of bottles). Beer and spirits are not allowed. A corkage fee of $20 per bottle applies to wine you bring, including when you drink it in your cabin (wine bought on HAL-organized winery tours at ports of call is exempt for up to 1 bottle per person). |
| Mobile and connectivity | With "Cellular at Sea," which uses a satellite link, calls, SMS and data are available in international waters beyond about 6 nautical miles offshore (Starlink is also used on some ships). Charges follow your carrier's international roaming rates, and the device displays names such as "cellularatsea" and "Shiproam." |

- Japanese support: Staff: Partial / Menus: Unknown / Announcements: Unknown

Checked: 2026-07-03

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## Itineraries on this ship

### [7-Night Alaska Cruise from Vancouver](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/koningsdam-7n-vancouver)

- Region: Alaska
- Itinerary: May–Sep 2027
- Departure months: 2027-05, 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09
- Ship: Koningsdam
- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: Vancouver → Vancouver
- Port: Vancouver › Inside Passage › Juneau › +3 › Vancouver
- Cruise type: Round trip / 7
- Amount: From $1,029.00 · Price on the US site (USD, tax inclusion unknown; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

### [7-Night Mexican Riviera & West Coast Cruise from San Diego](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/koningsdam-7n-san-diego)

- Region: Mexican Riviera & West Coast
- Itinerary: Oct 2026 – Apr 2027
- Departure months: 2026-10, 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04
- Ship: Koningsdam
- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: San Diego → San Diego
- Port: San Diego › Cabo San Lucas › Mazatlán › Puerto Vallarta › San Diego
- Cruise type: Round trip / 5
- Amount: From $999.00 · Price on the US site (USD, tax inclusion unknown; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

## What is included and what costs extra

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Included in the fare / extra

| Item | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Meals (main restaurants) | Included |
| Alcohol | Extra charge |
| Gratuities | Extra charge |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge |
| Specialty dining | Extra charge |
| Shore excursions | Extra charge |

In addition to the base fare, the "Have It All" package, which includes beverages, Wi-Fi and gratuities, can be purchased for an extra $60 per person per day. Neptune/Pinnacle Suites include some of these benefits as standard.

### Onboard costs (original currency)

- Onboard currency: USD

| Item | Category | Amount |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drinks (one beer) | Extra charge | $7.75 (canned/bottled beer) (Estimated) |
| Soft drinks and water | Extra charge | Soft drinks $2.75 (sodas) / Water $3.75–$5 (mineral water) (Estimated) |
| Drink package | Extra charge | Quench (non-alcoholic): $17.75; Signature (beer, spirits, and wine up to $12): $50.95; Elite (all beverages): $55.95. All are priced per person per day. (Estimated) |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge | Purchasing the full cruise duration in advance gives a discounted rate of $18.14 (Surf) or $36.00 (Stream) per day. (Estimated) |
| Gratuities (automatic service charge) | Unknown | $18/person/night for standard cabins; $20/person/night for suites (Estimated) |
| Spa (60 minutes) | Extra charge | $149 (50 minutes; shortest massage menu) (Estimated) |
| Laundry | Unknown | An unlimited-fill bag costs $35 (48-hour turnaround). (Estimated) |
| Shore excursions | Unknown | Shore excursions are charged per tour. (Estimated) |

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Checked: 2026-07-03

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## Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Boarding and logistics

- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Fort Lauderdale (Florida, United States; Port Everglades), Rotterdam (Netherlands)
- Departure ports: Fort Lauderdale, Rotterdam, Amsterdam (seasonal)

### Atmosphere and guests

- All ages
- An adult-oriented atmosphere centered on live music, combining calmness with an upscale feel. Casual yet refined, it appeals to guests who enjoy live performances and dancing.
- Mainly attracts veteran cruisers aged 50 and over, primarily from North America. Demand is also high for long voyages such as world cruises and transatlantic crossings.

The 3 ships of the Pinnacle Class have been equipped with shore power connection facilities since construction, so they can shut down their engines while in port to reduce emissions and noise. Scrubbers (exhaust gas desulfurization systems) are fitted on all 11 ships. It is also equipped with a biodigester that breaks down food waste.

## Links

### Boarding notes and videos

- [Alaska Cruise on the HAL Koningsdam - June 8, 2024](https://snoozemanscruiseblog.blogspot.com/2024/06/alaska-cruise-on-hal-koningsdam-june-8.html)
- [Alaska Trip Report: Setting Sail on Holland America's Koningsdam](https://cruiseradio.net/alaska-trip-report-setting-sail-on-holland-americas-koningsdam/)
- [Holland America Koningsdam Alaska Cruise Review: Was It Worth It? - Brad On Board](https://www.bradonboard.com/articles/holland-america-koningsdam-alaska-cruise-review)
- [7-Day Holland America Alaska Cruise: Honest Review + Guide](https://jessieonajourney.com/holland-america-alaska-cruise-review/)
- [Holland America Koningsdam Review: My Epic Voyage](https://foreverkaren.com/cruising/holland-america-koningsdam-review/)

### External sites and sources

- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Koningsdam)
- [wikidata.org](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18126917#P458)
- [hal-cruise.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.hal-cruise.jp/2025-27-hal-japan-sailing)
- [halfacts.com](https://halfacts.com/pinnacle-class/7019-koningsdam/)
- [cruisehive.com](https://www.cruisehive.com/holland-america-guests-to-face-higher-daily-gratuities-and-service-charges/204080)
- [letsallcruise.com](https://letsallcruise.com/f/what-outlets-are-there-in-a-holland-america-line-stateroom)
- [travelpulse.com](https://www.travelpulse.com/news/cruise/holland-america-line-to-ban-smoking-on-cabin-balconies)
- [theluxurycruisereview.com](https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/hal-laundry-options/)
- [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/activity-staff-japanese-speaking-at-holland-america-line-4305245620)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/complete-guide-to-holland-america-line-drink-packages/)
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- [theessentialcruiseshop.com](https://theessentialcruiseshop.com/holland-america-line-dress-code/)
- [cruisebite.com](https://www.cruisebite.com/blog/what-documents-are-required-for-boarding-holland-america-line)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/is-holland-america-line-just-for-old-people/)
- [thiscruiselife.com](https://www.thiscruiselife.com/cruise-blog/is-holland-america-just-for-older-cruisers/)
- [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/holland-america-line-introduces-have-it-all-premium-package-that-includes-shore-excursions-drinks-specialty-dining-and-wi-fi-301270087.html)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/whats-included-on-a-holland-america-line-cruise/)
- [lifewellcruised.com](https://lifewellcruised.com/whats-included-on-a-holland-america-line-cruise/)
- [View on VesselFinder (IMO 9692557)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9692557)

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## Current position (external site)

[View on VesselFinder (IMO 9692557)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9692557)

External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

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## Cruise stories and videos on external sites

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| Title | Kind | Language | Disclosure | Site | Sailed | Link checked | Link treatment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Alaska Cruise on the HAL Koningsdam - June 8, 2024](https://snoozemanscruiseblog.blogspot.com/2024/06/alaska-cruise-on-hal-koningsdam-june-8.html) | Personal blog | English | — | snoozemanscruiseblog.blogspot.com | 2024-06-08 | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Alaska Trip Report: Setting Sail on Holland America's Koningsdam](https://cruiseradio.net/alaska-trip-report-setting-sail-on-holland-americas-koningsdam/) | Article | English | — | cruiseradio.net | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | follow (noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Holland America Koningsdam Alaska Cruise Review: Was It Worth It? - Brad On Board](https://www.bradonboard.com/articles/holland-america-koningsdam-alaska-cruise-review) | Personal blog | English | Affiliate links disclosed | bradonboard.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | sponsored (sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer) / Affiliate links disclosed |
| [7-Day Holland America Alaska Cruise: Honest Review + Guide](https://jessieonajourney.com/holland-america-alaska-cruise-review/) | Personal blog | English | PR / hosted trip disclosed | jessieonajourney.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | sponsored (sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer) / PR / hosted trip disclosed |
| [Holland America Koningsdam Review: My Epic Voyage](https://foreverkaren.com/cruising/holland-america-koningsdam-review/) | Personal blog | English | Affiliate links disclosed | foreverkaren.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | sponsored (sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer) / Affiliate links disclosed |

## About this data

- Ship detail verification: Source unverified

Checked: 2026-07-03

Official site

Photo: Richard N Horne / CC BY 4.0 / https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:MS_Koningsdam.jpg

## Sources

- official: hollandamerica.com
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Koningsdam
- encyclopedia: wikidata.org — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18126917#P458

Source: Wikipedia “[MS Koningsdam](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Koningsdam)” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))