Fewer passengers carried means more space per guest than any other cruise line in Holland America's class. A teak promenade deck that completely encircles the ship, perfect for lounging, walking or whale watching. Holland America's 13 McKinley Explorer full-length dome railcars are from the classic 1950's fleet of 30 Budd and Pullman cars. Each car has been fully restored and the railcar's elegant interiors create an onboard ambiance reminiscent of the classic era of rail travel. They also provide a very comfortable venue for viewing the spectacular scenery beyond their glass-domed windows.
Guests enjoy dining service in a private dining room set with china and fine linens.
Each car carries 66 guests, with more forward-facing seating than other Alaska railcars. The new Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge offers all the comforts of a first-class hotel, in a stunning mountain setting. At our authentic gold camp in Fairbanks , learn about the region's glittering gold rush history, pan for nuggets, enjoy hearty miner's stew. A video presentation gives visitors insight into the gold mining operations, and they can see for themselves relics from the dredge's early days, including mining artifacts and the workers' bunkhouses at Fairbanks Creek Camp On each Holland America ship, a talented Native Alaskan Artist in Residence who will demonstrate traditional artforms. Located on a 26-acre site, the Alaska Native Heritage Center portrays Alaska's rich Native cultures.