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Holland America Line Set to Debut New 'Glacier Day' and Enhanced Alaska-Focused Experiences on Every Alaska Cruise in 2024

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is debuting "Glacier Day" on its Alaska cruises as it rolls out new programming within its "We Love Alaska" on board experience. The new offerings include Alaska Up Close presentations as well as culinary and beverage experiences to help foster a deeper connection to the people, history and culture of the state. The 2024 season kicks off April 27 from Vancouver and May 4 from Seattle. 

Key Points: 
  • Through September 2024, guests can embark on Holland America Line's Alaska cruises and Cruisetours from Vancouver and Seattle aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam.
  • Holland America Line remains the only cruise line that offers overland tours to the Yukon combined with an Alaska cruise and Denali experience.
  • As a leader in Alaska cruising, Holland America Line offers more glacier experiences than any other cruise line.
  • Alaska is synonymous with stunning wilderness, and Holland America Line offers more ways to see wildlife in its natural habitat.

Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii Cruises

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises. The premium cruise line, known for longer and destination-focused voyages, will offer departures from five North American homeports, sailing on five ships.

Key Points: 
  • Cruises include new ports, myriad ways to transit the Panama Canal, plus Nieuw Amsterdam's Hawaii debut
    SEATTLE, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises.
  • Includes new ports, myriad ways to transit the Panama Canal, plus Nieuw Amsterdam's Hawaii debut
    This season of six different Panama Canal cruises includes several firsts: Holland America Line has added the port of Acajutla, El Salvador, on most Panama Canal sailings.
  • Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises are offered from October 2025 through April 2026 and range from 15 to 22 days.
  • Many Panama Canal cruises include a call at Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line's award-winning private island in the Bahamas.

Holland America Line Enhances Alaska Cruisetours with McKinley Chalet Resort Room Upgrades and New Gold Rush Experience

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning Alaska Cruisetours in time for the 2024 season with room upgrades at McKinley Chalet Resort and a new, included tour in Dawson City, Yukon. Alaska Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an overland tour to Denali, and Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends those tours into the Yukon.

Key Points: 
  • Alaska Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an overland tour to Denali, and Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends those tours into the Yukon .
  • For the excursions, guests on select Denali and Yukon Cruisetours will have a new "Klondike Gold Tour" that expands on the region's famed gold rush experience.
  • The tour visits the original discovery claim site that launched the gold rush and Gold Dredge 4.
  • Holland America Line's McKinley Chalet Resort, nestled at the entrance of Denali National Park, is adding balconies to 28 existing river-view rooms.

Guest Satisfaction with Internet Stronger as Holland America Line Completes Installation of SpaceX's Starlink on All Cruise Ships

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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SEATTLE, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has experienced a notable surge in guest satisfaction with internet service this year as the cruise line completes the installation of SpaceX's Starlink high-speed internet on each of the 11 ships in its fleet. The final ship, Nieuw Amsterdam, was outfitted with the technology in mid-December during drydock. Starlink is the leader in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology providing high-speed internet around the world.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has experienced a notable surge in guest satisfaction with internet service this year as the cruise line completes the installation of SpaceX's Starlink high-speed internet on each of the 11 ships in its fleet.
  • Holland America Line first installed Starlink internet on Koningsdam in April 2023.
  • "Holland America Line's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies underscores our dedication to delivering an exceptional experience to our guests and team members," said Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line.
  • Since installing the advanced high-speed internet, Holland America Line has seen increased satisfaction scores along with stronger bandwidth in key regions.

More Access to Wildlife and Glaciers, New Experiences and Tours for All Guests in Denali Highlight Holland America Line's 2025 Alaska Cruisetours

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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SEATTLE, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the summer release of 2025 Alaska cruises, Holland America Line's 2025 Alaska Cruisetours are now open for booking. Offering more access to Alaska wildlife and the chance to see more glaciers in Alaska than any other cruise line, Holland America Line's Cruisetours continue to be the only way to explore Denali National Park and Canada's Yukon combined with an Alaska cruise.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the summer release of 2025 Alaska cruises, Holland America Line's 2025 Alaska Cruisetours are now open for booking.
  • With the addition of a Denali Natural History Tour to all one-night Denali itineraries, all Alaska Cruisetours now include a complimentary tour for guests in Denali National Park.
  • "For 2025 we added a new Cruisetour option, and we are now including a Denali National Park tour for all guests.
  • Highlights for 2025 Denali Cruisetours:
    Nieuw Amsterdam and Noordam will offer Denali Cruisetours ranging from nine to 14 days between Vancouver, Canada, and Anchorage or Fairbanks, Alaska.

Exclusive Offer Will Give California Residents Spending Money for Holland America Line's 2024 Alaska Cruisetours to the Yukon

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for California residents. This limited-time promotion runs from Oct. 13 to Nov. 15 and will provide $150 of bonus spending money per person when booking select 2024 Yukon & Denali Cruisetours. This $150 credit also can be combined with Holland America Line's "Have It All" premium package that features a shore excursion, beverage package, specialty dining and Wi-Fi at special pricing.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for California residents.
  • Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends the Alaska Cruisetours up to the unspoiled reaches of Canada's Yukon Territory.
  • With six different Cruisetours to the Yukon in 2024, guests can choose to cruise to Alaska or travel overland first.
  • Holland America Line's Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an inland journey to Denali and the Yukon.

Exclusive Offer Will Give Texas Residents Spending Money for Holland America Line's 2024 Alaska Cruisetours to the Yukon

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Texas residents. This limited-time promotion runs from Oct. 13 to Nov. 15 and will provide $150 of bonus spending money per person when booking select 2024 Yukon & Denali Cruisetours. This $150 credit also can be combined with Holland America Line's "Have It All" premium package that features a shore excursion, beverage package, specialty dining and Wi-Fi at special pricing.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Texas residents.
  • Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends the Alaska Cruisetours up to the unspoiled reaches of Canada's Yukon Territory.
  • With six different Cruisetours to the Yukon in 2024, guests can choose to cruise to Alaska or travel overland first.
  • Holland America Line's Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an inland journey to Denali and the Yukon.

Exclusive Offer Will Give Wisconsin Residents Spending Money for Holland America Line's 2024 Alaska Cruisetours to the Yukon

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Wisconsin residents. This limited-time promotion runs from Oct. 13 to Nov. 15 and will provide $150 of bonus spending money per person when booking select 2024 Yukon & Denali Cruisetours. This $150 credit also can be combined with Holland America Line's "Have It All" premium package that features a shore excursion, beverage package, specialty dining and Wi-Fi at special pricing.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Wisconsin residents.
  • Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends the Alaska Cruisetours up to the unspoiled reaches of Canada's Yukon Territory.
  • With six different Cruisetours to the Yukon in 2024, guests can choose to cruise to Alaska or travel overland first.
  • Holland America Line's Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an inland journey to Denali and the Yukon.

Exclusive Offer Will Give Illinois Residents Spending Money for Holland America Line's 2024 Alaska Cruisetours to the Yukon

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Illinois residents. This limited-time promotion runs from Oct. 13 to Nov. 15 and will provide $150 of bonus spending money per person when booking select 2024 Yukon & Denali Cruisetours. This $150 credit also can be combined with Holland America Line's "Have It All" premium package that features a shore excursion, beverage package, specialty dining and Wi-Fi at special pricing.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Illinois residents.
  • Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends the Alaska Cruisetours up to the unspoiled reaches of Canada's Yukon Territory.
  • With six different Cruisetours to the Yukon in 2024, guests can choose to cruise to Alaska or travel overland first.
  • Holland America Line's Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an inland journey to Denali and the Yukon.

Exclusive Offer Will Give Michigan Residents Spending Money for Holland America Line's 2024 Alaska Cruisetours to the Yukon

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Michigan residents. This limited-time promotion runs from Oct. 13 to Nov. 15 and will provide $150 of bonus spending money per person when booking select 2024 Yukon & Denali Cruisetours. This $150 credit also can be combined with Holland America Line's "Have It All" premium package that features a shore excursion, beverage package, specialty dining and Wi-Fi at special pricing.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is gearing up for the 2024 Alaska season with an exclusive offer just for Michigan residents.
  • Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends the Alaska Cruisetours up to the unspoiled reaches of Canada's Yukon Territory.
  • With six different Cruisetours to the Yukon in 2024, guests can choose to cruise to Alaska or travel overland first.
  • Holland America Line's Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an inland journey to Denali and the Yukon.