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Holland America Line Marks 150th Anniversary in Rotterdam with Royalty, Citywide Fanfare and Dual-Ship Events

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's flagship Rotterdam arrived at the Port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, this morning following a 150th Anniversary crossing that departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida, April 3. The ship's arrival on the exact date of Holland America Line's 150th birthday kicked off all-day celebrations that included royalty, local dignitaries, port officials and guests who commemorated the special day.

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  • Princess Margriet joined festivities at historic headquarters; anniversary parties across the Holland America Line Fleet
    Holland America Line President Gus Antorcha was joined by Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands, Rotterdam Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb and descendants of Holland America Line's original founders for a celebration at Hotel New York, home to Holland America Line's original headquarters from 1901 to 1977.
  • As a finale to the evening's events, the city of Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge was illuminated with a special light display honoring Holland America Line's 150th Anniversary.
  • The additional nine ships in Holland America Line's fleet also held anniversary parties on board for guests.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .