Atlantis’ big fall West Coast cruise gets an upgrade in 2026 when they sail the sensational Koningsdam for a week of non-stop thrills and epic adventures. Sail from sunny San Diego to Mexico’s best beaches with 2500 guys from around the world on the perfect ship for a festival of entertainment and fun. With fares starting at just $799 it’s the best deal ever in all-gay vacations!
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Remember the carefree joys of dancing with friends, exploring a new place, reveling in a new adventure, and dressing up, down or silly? That’s what Atlantis is all about with a mix of dazzling thrills and zany fun. You’re invited to a week of pure excitement where superstar talent takes center stage, world-class DJs inspire, parties sizzle into the morning, and we all get to see the world again.
Mexico’s Best Beaches, and More!
Kick off your vacation with warm weather, fabulous beaches and one of the liveliest gay communities in the world. You’ll see why San Diego makes the perfect place to begin your trip. Explore the Pacific’s most alluring beaches and cities, including a late-night stay in gay-friendly Puerto Vallarta with plenty of time to enjoy the city’s incomparable nightlife and beach culture. Dive, fish, or snorkel in beautiful Cabo San Lucas, or explore to a nearby uninhabited beach. Discover the best of authentic Mexico in the charming city of Mazatlan, a remarkable beachfront metropolis.
A New Place to Play
Get onboard the newest and most advanced ship in the West where options abound and a new adventure awaits at every moment. We’re thrilled to sail Holland America’s fabulous Koningsdam from convenient San Diego. Her massive pool deck is perfect for our tea-dances and evening parties, with a 3-story high magradome cover making our parties work indoors and out.
Endless Fun. All Day Long.
Find your place in the sun during three fabulously entertaining days at sea. From our daytime pool games to festive afternoon t-dances, you’ll always be tempted to join in. Take in our afternoon drag Bingo, indulge in a long brunch with friends, play a game of volleyball, or find a quiet deck chair by one of Koningsdam’s two sparkling pools. When you’re ready to really relax, the spa features every imaginable treatment along with one of the largest and most complete fitness centers at sea.
Entertainment Everywhere!
Our white-hot entertainment lineup features a mix of fresh and familiar Atlantis performers including Bianca Del Rio, our AirOtic gay circus show, Miss Richfield 1981, and so much more. We’ll even invite a special guest or two from Broadway, TV, or beyond. Past years have featured Olivia Newton-John, Billy Porter, Patti LuPone, Idina Menzel, Kathy Griffin, Jennifer Hudson, Vanessa Williams, Erasure, Cynthia Erivo, Calum Scott and so many others. Who knows who might show up this year?
On deck, we’ll blow you away with a superstar electronic music show and a few surprises. We’re brought our community exclusive concerts by Above & Beyond, Galantis, Markus Schultz, Gareth Emery, Cosmic Gate, and more!
And that’s just the beginning! Koningsdam offers several intimate spaces to showcase top gay comedians, fabulously outrageous drag queens, Atlantis musical stars, and more from our community. Get ready to experience the largest festival of gay entertainers on the planet!
Nothing compares to dancing under the stars or afternoon sun on the wide-open top decks of a cruise ship, and Koningsdam offers the perfect space. A 3-story magradome transforms this amazing pool deck into our biggest indoor space too! An incredible and diverse set of spectacular parties will rise up from this remarkable space, featuring concert sound, eye-popping lights, dazzling lasers, mesmerizing video, and the friendliest crowd on land or sea. The world’s top gay DJs headline our signature themes with wide-ranging musical styles, designed to fit everyone’s taste.
Over 30 years, Atlantis DJs have curated an original upbeat repertoire that blends today’s hottest tracks with musical tributes to Classic Disco, 80s retro, great divas from the 90s, and more. It’s always uplifting, packed with a variety of sounds at every party. Regardless of your taste in music or temperament for a party, we will blow your mind.
Of course, any Atlantis event will be planned with your safety first and we will adjust our programming in accordance with the highest standards. Our track record is impeccable, and we’ve shown the world how to host large dance events!
Koningsdam is Holland America’s most luxurious ship, with modern updates to their timeless traditions. This groundbreaking 2500-passenger vessel features striking modern design and seemingly endless ocean views along with truly unique entertainment venues and cutting-edge dining options.
New and Innovative Dining Options
Koningsdam offers an exciting blend of delicious options for all tastes and styles in an incredible choice of new venues. As with all Atlantis cruises, there is never an assigned table, dress code (that’s right…no more formal nights), or assigned dining time – you’re always free to dine whenever, wherever, and with whomever you like. It’s the perfect way to make new friends!
Framed by views of the sea and anchored by a stunning copper-sheathed wine tower, the heart of Koningsdam rests in The Dining Room, with an ultra-modern interior and lavish multi-course menus to delight the senses.
Abundant casual options begin with the Lido Market, a modern marketplace featuring themed stations that change throughout the day to tantalize your palate. From pizza and panini to comfort classics and hand-carved meats, you’ll find a wide range of choices. Grab a delicious slice at New York Deli & Pizza or a mouth-watering burgers poolside at Dive-In or a sumptuous snack at the new Grand Dutch Café. The choices are endless and virtually always available.
And of course…if those options aren’t enough, there’s always 24-hour room service. Please note that charges apply to some room service offerings.
Specialty Restaurants
For a masterpiece of grilled premium steaks and fresh seafood, look no further than Holland America’s classic Pinnacle Grill. This intimate venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience that’ perfect for a date or celebratory dinner.
Canaletto Restaurant, Koningsdam’s signature Italian restaurant, serves freshly made pastas and other fabulous Italian specialties family-style in a casual yet sophisticated setting.
Tamarind Restaurant and Silk Den Lounge offer spectacular pan-Asian cuisine with truly stunning panoramic views of the ocean.
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Sel de Mer, is an intimate seafood brasserie offering French classics with a twist. From bouillabaisse and fresh oysters to salt-crusted whole fish, this new restaurant concept is sure to impress.
Please note that an extra charge applies for all specialty restaurants.
New and Unique Places to Relax
Whether you want to enjoy private time outdoors or spend the week in a spa stateroom, Koningsdam offers an amazing selection of new choices for total pampering and relaxation.
The striking and modern main pool features plenty of space to relax, swim, and play. There’s even a full “magradome” roof that can be closed to create an indoor pool space. Private cabanas will be available to reserve by the day onboard.
The Greenhouse Spa & Fitness Center is the ideal place to go for heavenly beauty and wellness rituals. Enjoy a facial, hot stone massage, or a steam in the thermal suite. Soothe your tensions away in the relaxing hydro pool, or make time for a workout in Koningsdam’s state-of-the-art fitness center.
Innovative Entertainment and Enrichment Venues
The incredible World Stage breaks new ground theatrically with its reimagined 270 degree stage that puts guests right in the center of the action. You’ll be closer than ever to our star entertainers surrounded by vibrant LED screens that will leave you breathless.
BB Kings offers a striking two-tiered nightclub and performance venue, perfect for our cabaret acts and later transforms to the hottest late-night dance club on the high seas!
Koningsdam’s Lincoln Center Stage showcases outstanding chamber music performances each evening, as well as afternoon recitals on leisurely sea days.
The Crow’s Nest boasts panoramic views that change with each nautical mile, creating an airy, expansive place to relax and the perfect venue for many of our social gatherings.
If you’re feeling lucky, Koningsdam’s Casino, with its popular slot machines and table games, offers an elegant way to play in style.
Spacious and Modern Staterooms
Guided by guest feedback, the designers at Holland America were given complete freedom to reimagine Koningsdam’s staterooms, creating private havens characterized by light, space, and elegance. With welcome modern touches like bedside USB ports and frameless shower glass doors, her staterooms and suites are larger than most in the industry and provide the perfect retreat after a busy day playing and exploring.
Most staterooms offer a private verandah and all feature modern amenities, such as flat-screen televisions with video on demand, HAL’s signature Mariner’s Dream bed with finely woven cotton linens, large bathrooms, and 100% Egyptian cotton towels.
Koningsdam’s luxurious suites offer a series of luxurious amenities along with spacious rooms with sitting areas. Suites SQ, SC, SB, SA, & PS even boast access to the private Neptune Lounge.
Should you need anything day or night, Koningsdam’s pampering staff is just a phone call away and ready to take care of your every need.
There are currently no extensions for this cruise.
Bookings for the San Diego to Mexico Cruise 2026 starts from $7,99 Interior Staterooms to $3,299 Neptune Suites—prices listed as double occupancy per person. Please contact us directly at [email protected] or (+1)713.661.2117 for real-time availability of spaces and for reservations.
