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Holland America Line's 'Time of Your Life' Wave Offer Features Balcony Upgrades, Savings Up to 40% and Free Fares for Kids

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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SEATTLE, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is sailing into the annual "wave" cruise-booking season with a "Time of Your Life" offer launching today. Featuring exceptional savings and bonus deals, the promotion adds an extra layer of excitement to the holidays and New Year by enticing travelers to plan a memorable getaway for the upcoming year.

Key Points: 
  • Free Stateroom and Balcony Upgrades: Guests can book a verandah stateroom for the price of an ocean-view (or ocean-view for the price of an interior).
  • With "Time of Your Life," these perks are in addition to the stateroom upgrade, reduced deposits, free fares for kids and an onboard credit.
  • Air credit guests must fly from North American gateways and use the Holland America Line Flight Ease air ticketing tool.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Opens Bookings for Four 2025-2026 'Legendary Voyages' Including New 28-Day Cruise to Alaska and Hawaii

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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SEATTLE, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line opened bookings for four "Legendary Voyages" offered in 2025 and early 2026. Ranging from 28 to 56 days, these longer cruises touch three distinct regions and all sail roundtrip or from/to a North American homeport, making it easy for travelers to visit distant destinations around the world without a long flight.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line opened bookings for four " Legendary Voyages " offered in 2025 and early 2026.
  • "We're excited about the new 'Glaciers and Volcanos: Alaska to Hawaii' cruise that visits Alaska and Hawaii, two regions that are sought after but rarely offered together.
  • The four Legendary Voyages are offered on different Holland America Line ships — Nieuw Amsterdam, Volendam, Westerdam and Zaandam — providing a unique premium, mid-sized ship experience for each cruise.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Oceania Cruises Releases New 2024 Itineraries, Highlighting Many of the Mediterranean's Best-Loved Ports

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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MIAMI, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has revamped its 2024 Mediterranean schedule to replace ports of call in Israel, Egypt, and Jordan with perennial favorites and compelling new destinations alike. The 42 revised itineraries range from 10 to 58 days - detailed itineraries can be viewed online.

Key Points: 
  • "Our captivating new voyages have been carefully curated to combine beloved beach resorts and jet-set playgrounds with ancient cities steeped in tradition," stated Frank A. Del Rio, president of Oceania Cruises.
  • "Seasoned travelers will appreciate our strategic and thoughtful realignment of destinations and itineraries to ensure their safety, security and peace of mind."
  • Classical sights can be appreciated in Valletta, Heraklion, Athens, Dubrovnik and Venice, while sybaritic pleasures line the cobblestone streets of Santorini, Mykonos, Kotor and Rovinj.
  • Ports along the Dalmatian Coast, the islands of Montenegro, Corfu, Malta and Sicily, and history-rich Pompeii, Rome, and Florence, plus St. Tropez.

Holland America Line's 'Explore with More' Offer Adds Air Credit, Bonus Shore Excursion Credit and Kids Sail Free on Select Cruises

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the demand for summer travel expected to be high in 2024, Holland America Line is encouraging cruisers to start planning now with an "Explore with More" offer that includes an air credit, shore excursion credit and kids cruising free. Running from Oct. 13 to Nov. 15, 2023, the promotion is available on Have it All cruise package fares for select departures from April through October 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Through "Explore with More," guests receive a $500 air credit on European cruises, a $100 bonus shore excursion credit and kids cruising for free on select sailings — making a summer family vacation to Alaska , Europe or Canada/New England all the more affordable.
  • "With 'Kids Sail Free' and an air credit for Europe, this is a great time to book a multigenerational family cruise."
  • Air Credit: The first and second guests in a stateroom receive a $500 per person air credit on select 2024 Europe cruises.
  • Bonus Shore Excursion Credit: An additional $100 per person shore excursion credit is combinable with the Have It All package, for a total of up to a $400 Shore Excursion credit.

Oceania Cruises Announces 2025 Summer Collection of Voyages with Extensive Lineup of Immersive Itineraries

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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MIAMI, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, revealed its 2025 Summer Collection of voyages, featuring an extensive and diverse lineup of more than 100 itineraries, plus nearly 50 Grand Voyages, to alluring corners of the world. Travelers can choose from a selection of perfectly curated Europe voyages, classic Canada and New England cruises, exciting adventures in Alaska, plus blissful South Pacific sailings that visit paradise islands in French Polynesia and beyond aboard Oceania Cruises' eight small, luxurious ships. The itineraries are available to preview online at www.OceaniaCruises.com and open for reservations on October 4.

Key Points: 
  • "2025 is slated to be our biggest year yet at Oceania Cruises with Allura's maiden season and our first collection featuring all eight boutique ships on sale," said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises.
  • "With our 2025 Summer Collection, we look forward to continuing to show why Oceania Cruises is acclaimed for its destination-rich itineraries by offering new ports of call and expanded service into highly sought-after regions."
  • Oceania Cruises' perennially popular fall foliage sailings will bring travelers to unforgettable French-Canadian gems along the St. Lawrence River.
  • The possibilities for adventure become loftier and more inspiring with Oceania Cruises' more than 40 European Grand Voyages.

Holland America Line's New 28-Day Legendary Voyage in 2025 is an Epic Exploration of Greenland, Iceland and the Arctic Circle

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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SEATTLE, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From trending travel destinations to seldom-visited locales, Holland America Line's new 28-day "Arctic Circle Crossing: Greenland & Iceland" is a Legendary Voyage to Greenland, Iceland and Norway. Departing June 29, 2025, aboard Nieuw Statendam, the journey is inspired by the routes of Norse explorer Erik the Red who founded the first European settlement in Greenland. 

Key Points: 
  • Cruisers on the "Arctic Circle Crossing" will set sail on one of Holland America Line's most intensive explorations of this region ever offered.
  • "We're taking this itinerary up to Norway's North Cape, then heading farther north in Greenland on both coasts and adding amazing opportunities in Iceland.
  • Have it All Early Booking Bonus fares for the Arctic Circle Crossing begin at $6,399, double occupancy.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line's New '42-Day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage' in 2024 is Inspired by a Cruise from a Century Ago

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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SEATTLE, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is adding another Legendary Voyage to its diverse roster of lengthier cruises from convenient gateways. The "42-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage" aboard Volendam departing Nov. 9, 2024, was inspired by a voyage the cruise line operated nearly 100 years ago. Perfectly designed for today's traveler, the 2024 departure sails roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, allowing guests to experience 16 different ports across nine countries, all without international air.

Key Points: 
  • The " 42-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage " aboard Volendam departing Nov. 9, 2024, was inspired by a voyage the cruise line operated nearly 100 years ago.
  • The 2024 cruise follows in the footsteps of the 1925 journey, visiting Portugal, Morocco, Italy, Greece, Israel, Egypt, Tunisia, Gibraltar (United Kingdom) and Spain.
  • The " 42-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage " route first visits Horta and Ponta Delgada in the Azores after crossing the Atlantic Ocean.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Launches Onboard Credit Offer for AARP Members

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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SEATTLE, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line will offer AARP members a member-only onboard credit that can be used for a variety of amenities. Combinable with several other special offers and fares, the amount of onboard credit depends on type of stateroom and length of voyage, ranging from $50 to $200 per stateroom.

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  • Company becomes the exclusive cruise benefit provider to AARP members; Shipboard spending money up to $200 per stateroom available to AARP members
    SEATTLE, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line will offer AARP members a member-only onboard credit that can be used for a variety of amenities.
  • AARP members can book a Holland America Line cruise using their travel advisor or directly with the cruise line to receive the onboard credit that can be put toward shore excursions , spa services, beverages, specialty dining , gift shop purchases and more.
  • "Holland America Line is thrilled to extend this offer to AARP members, who are avid travelers and a key demographic for our brand," said Kacy Cole, chief marketing officer, Holland America Line.
  • AARP members can book a Holland America Line cruise to locations around the world, including Alaska , Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Canada/New England, Caribbean , Europe , Mediterranean, Mexico, South America and beyond.

Holland America Line's 'Unforgettable Journeys Event' Brings More Experiences and Significant Savings for Guests

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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SEATTLE, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is making it more affordable for travelers to see the world with a new "Unforgettable Journeys Event" that includes some of the best values on cruises to five continents. Running from June 28 through July 31, 2023, the offer is available on departures from October 2023 through April 2024 and adds several popular perks and amenities to the journey.

Key Points: 
  • "Travelers are looking for offers that provide significant savings or include add-ons to enhance their experience, and our newest promotion does both."
  • Crew Appreciation: Prepaid stateroom gratuities for crew 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.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Set to Sail Most Diverse Asia Cruise Season with 49 Ports Across 10 Countries in 2024-2025

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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SEATTLE, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For Holland America Line's 2024-2025 Asia season, the cruise line is set to explore the Far East with departures from Hong Kong, China; Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan; and Singapore to some of the most exciting cities across 10 countries, with a strong focus on Japan.

Key Points: 
  • "By offering three departure cities we're able to diversify our itineraries and showcase an incredibly robust season.
  • With 24 ports in Japan alone and two dozen more spread among several countries, our guests are in for an immersive Asia adventure."
  • Westerdam also heads to Asia on a new 53-day "Majestic Japan" Legendary Voyage roundtrip from Seattle.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .