Holland America Ship Returns to Service After Two-Week Dry Dock in The Bahamas

A Holland America Line cruise ship returned to service this past weekend after spending two weeks in dry dock in The Bahamas.

Koningsdam returned to service on March 29, 2026 with new accommodations for families, refreshed entertainment spaces, an expanded casino, upgraded dining experiences and refreshed retail spaces.

The cruise ship has five new, larger ocean view staterooms that are perfect for families or groups traveling together. Each one accommodates up to four guests. Four of them are connecting, allowing larger groups to book together.

The cruise line also upgraded 22 Vista Suites with new sofa beds, giving families more options than ever before.

The casino was expanded creating a more spacious and comfortable gaming experience. It also has a new layout making it easier for guests to move throughout the ship.

Additional seating was added to Billboard Onboard and the Rolling Stone Lounge. There’s a new lounge between the two venues that will allow guests to enjoy the shows from both sides of it.

Holland America Line said that the new layout creates a more open, connected environment where guests can gather and enjoy live music throughout the evening.

During the two-eek dry dock, carpets were replaced in staterooms and public areas.

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.

Koningsdam’s Effy jewelry shop received a full refresh and the same updated design that was added to Westerdam and Zuiderdam. 

The ship’s fitness center now has new, modern equipment.

Koningsdam will reposition to the West Coast from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on April 10, 2026. The ship will arrive in Vancouver on May 2 where the vessel will sail cruises to Alaska.

The ship will offer seven-night cruises to Alaska from Vancouver through the end of September 2026.