Celebrity Cruises vs Holland America Line — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
Koningsdam (2016) is the newer ship by 8 years versus Celebrity Solstice (2008). Celebrity Solstice is the larger hull at 121,878 GT (~22% bigger). Koningsdam sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (2,650 vs 2,850).
| Spec | Celebrity Solstice | Koningsdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2008 | 2016 |
| Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 99,500 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 2,850 | 2,650 |
| Guests (max) | 3,145 | 2,980 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Koningsdam has things the other doesn't: Self-service laundry, USB ports in cabins.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.