Holland America Cruises Explained: Alaska, Yukon & Longer Voyages
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Holland America seems to keep it real simple, right? There's two decks on low on the boat that are you know, they have it that's where all your dining and some of your entertainment venues are
If you're going to Alaska and you want to visit Denali, there's a pretty good chance you're going to be on Holland America cuz nobody is as big as them.
They don't have amusement park attractions. So, you know what I'm talking about, right? There's no zip lines, there's no water slides, there's no ice rinks
If you're traveling with children, Princess is a better choice. If they're not traveling with children, Holland America is where they end up
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