Europe

Overview

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Founded in Rotterdam in 1873, Holland America Line has been a part of the rich European tapestry for over 135 years. In 2009 we continue our long tradition of offering innovative multi-region itineraries from a local's point of view. Six ships will cruise from early spring to late fall, visiting 166 ports of call, including 15 maiden ports. As our guest, you will enjoy an uncommon Europe cruise experience at an exceptional value. Elegant ships with affordable verandah staterooms, expert lectures and culinary events, and one-of-a-kind shore experiences and longer days in port combine to give you a Europe vacation beyond compare. After all, Europe is not just another destination for Holland America Line, it's our home.

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Special Mariner Society Cruises

Europe Explorations

Enhance your European experience with unique programs and excursions

Our port intensive Europe cruise vacations allow you to explore Europe's great cities and off the beaten track ports while enjoying comfortable, plush accommodations and transportation. Extended time in port and exclusive onboard programs and onshore excursions enrich your experience of Europe's many attractions.

Explorations Speaker Series: Guest speakers share their knowledge and insights on upcoming cruise ports and regional history, art and culture. Available on every Holland America Line Europe cruise itinerary.
Culinary Arts Center: Presented by Food & Wine magazine, our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen hosts guest chefs who share their regional favorites in intimate cooking classes, gourmet presentations and tasting events.
Medallion Shore Excursions: Holland America Line's exclusive, award-winning tours designed to provide in-depth perspective and unparalleled access to events and sights not otherwise available.
Signature Collection: Holland America Line's unique touring option for independent-minded travelers. Customize (and maximize!) your time ashore by reserving a private car, driver and English-speaking guide in advance. Available in select cruise ports.

Protection Plans

Cancellation Protection Plans

CPP Standard Plan
Our Standard Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP Standard Plan) will allow you, for any reason, to provide written cancellation up to 24 hours prior to scheduled cruise or cruisetour departure and receive a refund equal to 80% of the eligible amounts paid (90% if you purchased our CPP Platinum Plan). In addition, Holland America Line (HAL) automatically assumes an additional US$500 of liability for lost, damaged or delayed baggage of passengers who purchase the CPP Standard Plan still subject, however, to the limitations in our baggage policies. For example, we do not cover losses while baggage is in the custody of airlines. Please review our Baggage Policy.

The CPP Standard Plan is not insurance, is administered by Holland America Line Inc., and may not be available for purchase in some locations outside the U.S. and Canada; it provides no rights other than those explained above. For example, it does not protect double-triple-quad occupancy rates should one or more members of your party cancel, nor does it cover expenses or unused services due to trip interruption.

CPP Platinum Plan
Our Platinum Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP Platinum Plan) enables you to supplement the CPP Standard Plan with enhanced cancellation protection as well as insurance coverage and travel assistance services . For a nominal additional fee, you will receive:

Pre-departure trip cancellation You may cancel for any reason prior to the scheduled cruise/cruisetour departure and receive reimbursement equal to 90% of the eligible amounts paid to Holland America Line.
Trip Interruption protection Covers the unused arrangements of your travel and additional traveling expenses to return home, up to 150% of the cruise/cruisetour cost for covered reasons.
Trip Delay coverage Provides reimbursement for reasonable additional accommodations and traveling expenses if your trip is delayed for covered reasons, up to US$500.
Baggage protection The Platinum Plan provides an additional $1,000 in coverage if your baggage is lost, stolen, or damaged while it is in Holland America Line’s custody and an additional $500 coverage if your baggage is delayed by a common carrier.
Emergency medical expense You will be reimbursed up to US$10,000 in covered medical services incurred during your trip for any illness or injury first occurring during your trip. In addition, necessary expenses of up to US$50,000 for emergency medical evacuations and repatriations are covered. These are benefits that Medicare and many private insurance plans may not offer, and they are highly recommended for foreign travel.
24-Hour emergency hotline assistance Provides around-the-clock help worldwide assistance for legal or medical referrals, lost travel documents, cash transfer or passport assistance.

There are no pre-existing condition limitations in the CPP Platinum Plan!

"IMPORTANT NOTE": This is a summary of coverage. Please refer to the Plan Description which contains the details of assistance services and insurance coverage, terms, conditions, exclusions and other applicable limitations. The CPP Platinum Plan is only available for U.S. and Canadian residents. The CPP Standard and CPP Platinum Plans are optional, must be paid at time of deposit and are non-refundable. The per person, per cruise costs for both plans are listed with the cruise fares.

Except for Trip Cancellation, which is reimbursable by Holland America Line, the insurance coverage provided under the CPP Platinum Plan is underwritten by Virginia Surety Company, Inc., under policy #HTP04195. This plan was designed and is administered by BerkelyCare. IN CALIFORNIA: BerkelyCare is a service mark of Aon Direct Insurance Administrators, CA Insurance License #0795465. IN ALL OTHER STATES: BerkelyCare is a division of Affinity Insurance Services, Inc., in all states other than CA, except: AIS Affinity Insurance Agency, Inc. in MN and OK and AIS Affinity Insurance Agency in NY.

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Hotels/Tours

Europe Cruise Hotel and Tour Packages

The Eiffel Tower ... the luminous Vatican ... Amsterdam and London ... the remarkable ruins of Greece. Some of the world's greatest travel highlights are within reach, before or after your cruise. Why not plan a little extra time and extend your experience even further on these expertly guided tours? Each is designed to showcase the region at its best, returning you to superb accommodations at the end of each fascinating day.

2010 EUROPE VACATION PACKAGES

4-NIGHT VENETIAN WINE COUNTRY

From your base outside of Venice, set out to explore Italy's Veneto region, one of the world's foremost wine-producing areas.

PRE-CRUISE TOUR:
Apr. 30; May 12; Jun. 5, 29 & 30; Jul. 3, 10 & 22; Aug 15 & 27; Sep. 20; Oct.2, 2010

1 VENICE Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure before joining your Tour Director for a special chef's dinner with wine. Overnight Veneto region.
2 PINOT GRIGIO EXCURSION Following breakfast (included each day), head out to the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region for a day of Pinot Grigio tastings and tours. Overnight Veneto region.
3 PROSECCO EXCURSION The Prosecco area, in the province of Treviso, is renowned for dry sparkling wine. Visit a distinguished local Prosecco winery for a taste of its different styles. Overnight Veneto region.
4 GRAPPA EXCURSION Taste the celebrated "firewater of the mountains" then travel on to the lovely town of Asolo for lunch on your own. Afternoon tour of historic Treviso. Overnight Veneto region.
5 VENICE/BON VOYAGE Transfer to your ship for embarkation.

POST-CRUISE TOUR:
May 4 & 16; Jun. 9; Jul. 3, 14 & 26; Aug. 19 & 31; Sep. 24; Oct. 6, 2010