Holland America Line has added three BBC Earth talents to Volendam’s Oct. 27, 2017, Feature Cruise to Taiwan and Japan. The experts include Creative Director of the BBC Natural History Unit, Dr. Mike Gunton; Ecologist, Natural History Presenter and Writer Mike Dilger; and Digital Producer Sam Hume. While onboard, they will host talks and question-and-answer… read more of “BBC Earth Feature…”
As you may be aware, a few islands in the eastern Caribbean recently suffered damage due to hurricanes. Ports in the Bahamas and on western and southern Caribbean sailings had minimal or no impact, including our private island, Half Moon Cay. The majority of ports in the eastern Caribbean are open for business and currently… read more of “CARIBBEAN UPDATE:…”
One of the most notable features of any Holland America Line ship is the remarkable collection of museum-quality art on board. The line’s newest vessel, Koningsdam, which launched in April 2016, is no exception. With a collection worth $4.1 million, the ship highlights the talents of leading hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany, working with art… read more of “Koningsdam’s $4.1…”
The fall season conjures images of changing leaves, cooler temperatures and cruises to Canada/New England. But in the culinary world, fall means welcoming back the time of year when we celebrate eating all-things pumpkin! From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin pie, there isn’t a dish that can’t be enhanced with pumpkin (well, maybe not pumpkin… read more of “Culinary Council…”
Holland America Line’s Greenhouse Spa & Salon, long known for its Elemis product line, has a new beauty tool for cruisers. The Elemis Biotec facial machine provides five different, customized approaches to maximize skin care. Spa Director Kadina Williams was kind enough to give me a demo on our recent, 18-night “Viking Passage” cruise from… read more of “Greenhouse Spa:…”
For those who may be unaware, September 18 marks National Cheeseburger Day! While there will always be debates as to who has the best burger, we’re going to be biased and say no one does it quite like Holland America Line’s Dive-In! Located by the Lido Pool, Dive-In offers a complimentary menu of signature made-to-order… read more of “Dive-In to National…”
UPDATED Statement Sept. 21: Holland America Line’s Caribbean cruise season begins in mid-October and we look forward to providing our guests the great cruise experience they are looking forward to, as well as the economic support that the region depends on, now more than ever. No cruises are being cancelled as a result of the… read more of “Updated Sept. 21:…”
Grand Voyages don’t just get their names from their exceptional length, but from all the magnificent destinations you have the opportunity to experience on just one cruise. On Sept. 30, 2018, Amsterdam will embark on an 82-day Grand Asia & Pacific Voyage roundtrip from Los Angeles, California, that includes 34 ports and six overnights. From… read more of “Journey to the Far…”
