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Holland America Line's 150th Anniversary Offer Includes an Onboard Credit, Complimentary Alaska Shore Excursion and More

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

SEATTLE, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is celebrating the kick-off of its 150th Anniversary this month with an offer that includes popular perks and a sweepstakes where the grand prize winner can choose from among a selection of cruises up to 21 days.

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  • The 150th Anniversary offer is combinable with Holland America Line's Have It All premium package that includes shore excursions, specialty dining, a beverage package and WiFi.
  • Free Tour in Alaska: On all Alaska cruises from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, guests receive a complimentary shore excursion on the White Pass Summit Scenic Railroad, which is celebrating its 125-year anniversary next summer.
  • On Alaska cruises roundtrip from Seattle, guests receive a $100 onboard credit per person to put toward shore excursions.
  • Holland America Line's 150th Anniversary celebration continues with a sweepstakes that runs through March 31, 2023.

Growing Interest in Alaska 2023 as Holland America Line's 75th Anniversary Season in the Great Land Comes to an End

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Friday, October 7, 2022

SEATTLE, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a full season of 107 cruises and Cruisetours aboard six ships, Holland America Line set sail from Alaska for the last time this year with Eurodam and Koningsdam completing a final port visit at Ketchikan yesterday, Thursday, Oct. 6, before ending at Seattle, Washington, and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, respectively on Saturday.

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  • As summer Alaska cruise season ends, travelers showing greater interest in exploring Alaska by ship in 2023.
  • "As this successful season winds down, we're pleased to see growing interest in Alaska 2023," said Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line.
  • The 2022 Alaska season was Holland America Line's milestone 75th Anniversary exploring the Great Land, and the cruise line celebrated with a "Love Letters to Alaska" contest, new "Alaska Up Close" shipboard programming, a "We Love Alaska" marketing campaign, and two new partnerships that celebrate the brand's commitment to serving sustainable Alaska seafood.
  • In addition to seven-day itineraries, Holland America Line is bringing back the popular 14-day "Great Alaska Explorer" cruise for two departures.

Holland America Line Completes Installation of Industry-Leading SYNKROS Gaming Technology for Casino Slot Machines

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Holland America Line and Konami Gaming, Inc. have completed the launch of the SYNKROS casino management system across all 11 ships in the fleet.

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  • Holland America Line and Konami Gaming, Inc. have completed the launch of the SYNKROS casino management system across all 11 ships in the fleet.
  • Under the new system, guests can enjoy an array of top gaming services that optimize the slot machine experience.
  • The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of slot machines and casino management systems for the global gaming market.
  • For more information about Konami Gaming, Inc. or the SYNKROS gaming enterprise management system, please visit www.konamigaming.com .

Holland America Line Reports Positive Results of Cruise Industry's First Long-Term Biofuel Test on Board Volendam at Port of Rotterdam

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Friday, September 16, 2022

SEATTLE, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line completed the cruise industry's first multiweek test of biofuels on board Volendam at Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The 20-day test was conducted in partnership with GoodFuels, a leading producer and supplier of sustainable biofuels for the transportation industry, and Wärtsilä, a global leader in power and propulsion technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine market.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line completed the cruise industry's first multiweek test of biofuels on board Volendam at Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
  • "We were excited to have this opportunity to test a next-generation fuel resource on a Holland America Line ship, and we are very encouraged by the results," said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line.
  • Holland America Line is the first Carnival Corporation brand to run a long-term 100% biofuel shipboard test.
  • Carnival Corporation's German brand AIDA also partnered with Goodfuels in July to run a blended biofuel test on board AIDAprima in Rotterdam.

Holland America Line's 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage Returns After a Decade with Easy San Diego Departure

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is continuing to bolster its longer voyages departing from a North America homeport, and the 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage is the newest addition. The 94-day journey that's been more than 10 years in the making departs Jan. 3, 2024, aboard Volendam, sailing roundtrip from San Diego, California.

Key Points: 
  • The 94-day journey that's been more than 10 years in the making departs Jan. 3, 2024, aboard Volendam, sailing roundtrip from San Diego, California.
  • The San Diego departure makes it easy for our North American guests to explore this region and make it a memorable journey along the way."
  • Two shorter segments are available: 58 days from San Diego to Sydney and 36 days from Sydney to San Diego.
  • Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination immersion and personalized travel.

Holland America Becomes First and Only Cruise Line Certified Sustainable for Alaska Seafood by Responsible Fisheries Management

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

SEATTLE, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has been awarded Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) certification — making it the first and only cruise line to achieve this distinguished credential by serving only fresh, certified sustainable and traceable wild Alaska seafood. RFM certified all six of the cruise line's ships that sail to Alaska following an independent audit.  

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  • Cruise line first and only to serve only fresh, certified sustainable Alaska seafood with traceable origins on all Alaska voyages
    SEATTLE, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has been awarded Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) certification making it the first and only cruise line to achieve this distinguished credential by serving only fresh, certified sustainable and traceable wild Alaska seafood.
  • Holland America Line first and only cruise line to serve fresh, certified sustainable Alaska seafood.
  • "We applaud Holland America Line for its long-standing commitment to sustainable seafood and its hard work to become the first cruise line to offer RFM certified Alaska seafood," said Tomi Marsh, Alaska seafood harvester and CSC RFM board member.
  • The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) is a partnership between the State of Alaska and the Alaska seafood industry promoting the benefits of wild and sustainable Alaska seafood and offering seafood industry education.

Holland America Line's 2022 'Culinary Cruises' Welcome Celebrity Chefs from its Culinary Council Back On Board

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

SEATTLE, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Foodies and culinary novices alike, who are ready for a gastronomic adventure can set sail on a Holland America Line "Culinary Cruise" in 2022 with a member from the line's Culinary Council. The celebrity chefs will share their expertise and secrets on everything from the correct way to make a sushi roll and how to perfectly temper chocolate to preparing seafood and creating a delicious sauce.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Foodies and culinary novices alike, who are ready for a gastronomic adventure can set sail on a Holland America Line " Culinary Cruise " in 2022 with a member from the line's Culinary Council.
  • We have been eager to reengage our talented Culinary Council chefs to come back on board and offer guests this exclusive level of access."
  • Holland America Line's Culinary Council comprises a collection of elite chefswho bring global influence to the dining experience across the fleet.
  • As Holland America Line's master chef and Culinary Council chairman, Austrian-born Sodamin oversees all aspects of shipboard dining.

Holland America Line Launches Best Deal of the Year on 2023 Cruises -- 'Book Early & Save' Includes Crew Appreciation, Onboard Credit, Low-Fare Guarantee and Popular 'Have It All' Amenities

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

SEATTLE, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the desire to travel increases and cruise bookings continue to surge, Holland America Line is enticing guests to plan ahead and make future cruise reservations now with a new "Book Early & Save" offer.

Key Points: 
  • For a seven-day cruise, guests see a booking value of more than $900 per person when taking advantage of "Book Early & Save."
  • 'Book Early & Save' comes at the right time to start planning for the upcoming holidays and 2023," said Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line's chief commercial officer.
  • Crew Appreciation: Prepaid stateroom gratuities for team members is included for the first and second guests in a stateroom.
  • With Holland America Line's most popular Wi-Fi package, guests can visit their favorite sites, including email, news, sports and more.

Holland America Line Introduces New Chef Ethan Stowell Dishes to Dining Room Menu Showcasing Commitment to Wild, Sustainable Alaska Seafood

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

SEATTLE , July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a press briefing and dinner event in Juneau, Alaska on July 6, Holland America Line debuted three new dishes from Culinary Council Member Chef Ethan Stowell that were developed in alliance with the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI). The evening inaugurated the partnership with a shared commitment to serving sustainably sourced Alaska seafood on all six of Holland America Line's ships that sail to the Great Land. This is the first formal relationship of its kind between ASMI and a major cruise line.  ASMI is a public-private partnership between the State of Alaska and the Alaska seafood industry established to foster economic development of the state's renewable natural resource.

Key Points: 
  • New menu items aboard Holland America Line cruise ships showcase commitment to wild, sustainable Alaska seafood.
  • The Alaska seafood industry's longstanding commitment to wild seafood is very much in line with our own sustainability efforts, as well as our responsibility to the planet and its people," said Rough of Holland America Line.
  • Chef Stowell's new creations will be featured in the Dining Room on all six Holland America Line ships cruising in Alaska this season.
  • The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) is a partnership between the State of Alaska and the Alaska seafood industry promoting the benefits of wild and sustainable Alaska seafood and offering seafood industry education.

Westerdam's Return to Service June 12 in Seattle Marks Holland America Line's Completion of Full Fleet Sailing Again

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Monday, June 13, 2022

SEATTLE, June 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's Westerdam returned to service Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Port of Seattle in Washington, marking the last ship in the fleet to resume operations. Westerdam embarked guests for seven-day Alaska Explorer cruise roundtrip from Seattle that will position it in Alaska through the end of September.

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  • SEATTLE, June 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's Westerdam returned to service Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Port of Seattle in Washington, marking the last ship in the fleet to resume operations.
  • Westerdam embarked guests for seven-day Alaska Explorer cruise roundtrip from Seattle that will position it in Alaska through the end of September.
  • Holland America Line's entire fleet of cruise ships now operating after more than two-year pause due to global pandemic.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .