Holland America Line took delivery of Nieuw Statendam yesterday, officially making it the 15th ship in the fleet. A hand-over ceremony took place at Fincantieri’s Marghera, Italy, shipyard, and Nieuw Statendam will set sail for Venice today en route to Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, for its Premiere Voyage with guests departing Dec. 5. The delivery was… read more of “Welcome to the…”
In anticipation of its new EXC In-Depth Voyages, Maasdam recently underwent a refit that gave several of its public spaces a chic new look that’s warm, inviting and modern. Highlights include newly designed carpets in public areas, as well as suites and spa staterooms; new chairs in all staterooms; and upholstery throughout the ship. Take… read more of “Maasdam’s New…”
Our EXC In-Depth Voyage was island-hopping in the gorgeous South Pacific, and Holland America Line’s Director of Explorations Dr. Peter Carey sent some details about Mo’orea and Nuku Hiva. Enjoy this installment of Field Notes, and stay tuned as the ship continues to explore this stunning area. Mo’orea, French Polynesia After visits to several of… read more of “EXC In-Depth Field…”
It’s Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving when the best deals of the season are all around! Holland America Line currently has three deals on offer, making it the perfect time to book your next cruise vacation or Alaska Land+Sea Journey. The best part … you don’t have to wake up early and fight the… read more of “This Black Friday…”
Porthole Cruise Magazine recently announced their 2018 Readers’ Choice awards, and we are proud to say that Holland America Line took home five! Readers of Porthole, one of the world’s leading consumer cruise travel publications, recognized our cruise line in areas that covered everything from top shoreside experiences to onboard facilities. Holland America Line won… read more of “Holland America…”
Chef Carlos Estevez cruised on the first EXC In-Depth Voyage and held cooking demonstrations featuring local Caribbean fare, as well as a five-course dinner in the Pinnacle Grill. This delicious dessert from the Dominican Republic coined “relaxing in the sugar cane fields” was both a featured demonstration and the dessert on his special dinner menu…. read more of “EXC In-Depth Guest…”
While the holiday season is among the most joyous times of the year, it often comes with excessive cooking, cleaning, decorating and hosting family and friends. This year, why not simply relax your way through the holidays? On a Holland America Line Holiday Cruise you can leave all of the planning to us while you… read more of “Make it the Most…”
Holland America Line’s Nieuw Statendam will officially join the fleet Dec. 1, 2018. The countdown is on until the ship’s delivery from Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard in Italy, and we’re celebrating the month-out milestone with 30 fun facts about the newest Pinnacle Class ship: 1. Nieuw Statendam will visit more than 75 ports during her first… read more of “Celebrate the…”