Holland America Line has enjoyed a distinguished record of traditional cruises, world exploration, and transatlantic crossings since 1873 -- all facets of its history that are reflected in the fleet's multimillion dollar shipboard art and antiques collections. Even the ships' names follow a pattern set long ago: all end in the suffix "dam" and are either derived from the names of various dams that cross Holland's rivers, important Dutch landmarks, or points of the compass. The names are even recycled when vessels are retired, and some are in their fifth and sixth generation of use.

You crave relaxation. Grab a padded steamer chair on the teak promenade deck and watch the sea pass by.

You like to go to the movies, especially when the popcorn is free.

You want to bring the kids -- areas designed exclusively for children and teens are hot new features on all ships.

You want to party hard. Most of the action on these ships ends relatively early.

Dressing for dinner isn't your thing. Passengers tend to ramp up the dress code most evenings.

You have an aversion to extending tips. The line's "tipping not required" policy has been amended.