Celebrity Cruises vs Holland America Line — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
Nieuw Statendam (2018) is the newer ship by 10 years versus Celebrity Solstice (2008). Celebrity Solstice is the larger hull at 121,878 GT (~22% bigger). Nieuw Statendam sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (2,666 vs 2,850).
| Spec | Celebrity Solstice | Nieuw Statendam |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2008 | 2018 |
| Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 99,500 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 2,850 | 2,666 |
| Guests (max) | 3,145 | 2,980 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Nieuw Statendam has things the other doesn't: Self-service laundry, USB ports in cabins.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.