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  • Post: Koningsdam is the First Cruise Ship to Return to Canada
    Apr 11, 2022| Industry|Views: 2989|
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    It's been more than two years since cruise ship visited Canada, and on Saturday, April 9, that all changed. Koningsdam called at the port of Victoria, marking a return to Canadian cruising! On Sunday, the ship ended it's seven-day cruise at Vancouver, and the celebrations continued as it became the first ship back in Vancouver in more than 800 days. ...

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  • Post: Koningsdam Kicks Off West Coast Cruises and Makes First Call at Catalina Island
    Oct 12, 2021| Industry|Views: 3490|

    On Sunday, Oct. 10, waving flags, cheering team members and a “Welcome Home” sign greeted guests as they joined Koningsdam at the Port of San Diego for our first West Coast departure since the start of the industry-wide pause. Koningsdam is the largest Holland America Line ship to be sailing from the West Coast, and she will spend the season ...

  • Post: Koningsdam to be Featured on Mighty Cruise Ships
    Mar 29, 2019| Industry|Views: 2514|
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    If you’re a fan of Holland America Line, and of documentaries, we have some news for you! Koningsdam will be the focal point of the first episode of season three of Mighty Cruise Ships: Koningsdam airing this Sunday, March 31, 7:00 p.m. (EDT) on the Canadian network Discovery Canada. After airing in Canada, the episode will also air in the United ...

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  • Post: Koningsdam Lookbook: A Sweet Selection of Staterooms & Suites
    May 06, 2016| Life on Board|Views: 6917|

    All the buzz about Koningsdam's staterooms has been focused on the new Family and Single stateroom categories — both a first for Holland America Line! The Family Staterooms can accommodate up to five people, while the Single Staterooms are perfect for the solo traveler. However, the ship also has several other stateroom categories, ranging from modest insides to the grand ...

  • Post: Cruise Bookings Open for ms Koningsdam with Family & Solo Staterooms
    Dec 01, 2014| Fleet Features|Views: 6627|

    Guests can now make bookings for the highly anticipated Premiere Voyage and Premiere Sailings of Holland America’s Line’s ms Koningsdam, due for delivery in February 2016. Open for reservations today, Dec. 1, the first sailings of the line’s new flagship will be one seven-day cruise followed by a series of six 12-day itineraries throughout the Mediterranean.   “Since Holland America ...

  • Post: Top Tips for Multi-Gen Family Cruises: How to Make Every Moment Fun for All Ages
    Jul 16, 2025| Activities|Views: 75|

    Multi-gen cruising is growing in popularity. According to a 2024 report by the Cruise Lines International Association, more than 30% of families are cruising with at least two generations on board. It’s easy to understand why. Everyone wants different things on a vacation — little kids love the pool, teens like to socialize, parents need a night out, and ...

  • Post: From Large to Small, Choosing Your Ideal Holland America Cruise Ship
    Jun 26, 2025| Fleet Features|Views: 19854|

    The Perfect Balance: Why Mid-Sized Cruise Ships Are Just Right All of Holland America’s mid-sized ships offer the ideal blend of small-ship intimacy and large-ship amenities. Think of it as the “Goldilocks of cruising”: not too big, not too small — just right. While all our ships feature sophisticated décor, spacious staterooms, and European-inspired design, each of our ...

  • Post: Celebrating Holland America’s Dutch Heritage & 152-Year History
    Apr 01, 2025| What's New|Views: 1266|

    At Holland America, our Dutch heritage is not just part of our name and history, it is alive in every journey we make — from Dutch Day celebrations on every cruise to our tradition of genuine hospitality. In April 2025, Holland America is celebrating a 152-year legacy of sailing and connecting guests to the world and to each other. Living ...

  • Post: Experience Morimoto by Sea: A Culinary Evolution
    Feb 20, 2025| Fleet Features|Views: 898|

    A New Chapter in Holland America’s Sushi Experience Holland America is thrilled to announce the expansion of Morimoto by Sea, bringing an elevated sushi experience curated by world-renowned Chef Masaharu Morimoto to more ships in our fleet. Known for his innovative approach to Japanese cuisine, Chef Morimoto’s expertise and signature flavors will now be available in a new à ...

  • Post: Celebrate Our Heritage Through Dutch Day On Board
    Apr 25, 2024| What's New|Views: 18542|

    What better time to announce the new ways we’re celebrating our Dutch heritage aboard our ships than on King’s Day on April 27, a cherished holiday tradition in The Netherlands honoring the birthday of the reigning Dutch monarch. From concerts to street parties, the people of the Netherlands host big, orange-accented celebrations in honor of the royal House of ...

  • Post: Solar Eclipse at Sea: Preparing for a Stellar Journey
    Apr 05, 2024| What's New|Views: 1496|

    If you’re a stargazer at heart, you’ll likely be glued to your screen during the solar eclipse on April 8. If you’re lucky enough to be located along its path, you may even have an eclipse viewer with protective filters standing by. And if you’re a guest aboard Holland America Line’s Koningsdam and Zaandam, you’re getting ready for the ...

  • Post: Savor the Sights of Mexico and Pacific Coast Cruises
    Mar 15, 2024| Where to Travel|Views: 3012|

    There are many reasons to experience Mexico and the Pacific Coast on a Holland America Line cruise. Flexible itineraries from a one-day getaway in the Pacific Northwest to 12 days along the Mexican Riviera. Award-winning personalized service. Fresh-made cuisine and local favorites helping you taste the flavors of the region. Up Close presentations that explore the history, art, and ...

  • Post: Experience the Wonders of Hawaii & Panama Canal Cruises
    Mar 04, 2024| Featured Travel|Views: 2970|

    Are you ready to say “aloha” to Hawaii or witness the marvels of the Panama Canal? With Holland America Line, you can see the world from your doorstep, soaking up sights of spectacular landscapes, wildlife and historical landmarks around the globe. Each destination has its own cultural traditions and spirit that make it unique, and you have the opportunity ...

  • Post: Our Crew Celebrates a Holland America Line Love Story
    Feb 07, 2024| Ship Crew|Views: 4158|

    Love was in the air for Holland America Line crew members, Ammar and Faye, when they met aboard Koningsdam in 2023. Ammar had recently joined the team as the onboard crew doctor, and Faye was the hotel executive assistant. Intrigued by one another, they decided to go on a date – a date that was anything but ordinary. After ...

  • Post: How to Choose the Best Cruise Vacation for You
    Dec 28, 2023| Booking|Views: 4103|

    Cruising is an incredible vacation, not only for ease and comfort, but also for the ability to choose worldwide travel. Cruise ships can go all over the globe and even reach places that are only accessible by water. The hardest part of booking a cruise vacation is choosing where to go! Here's a guide to help you choose the ...

  • Post: Students Join Holland America Line for Holiday Fun
    Dec 14, 2023| What's New|Views: 1590|

    ‘Tis the season for holiday joy on board and ashore. For fifth- and sixth-grade students from San Diego’s Perkins School, Tuesday, Dec. 5, was especially jolly. They stepped aboard Koningsdam for a day of holiday fun with school staff and the San Diego Harbor Police Foundation. Their mission: To enjoy making Christmas crafts in the art studio, guided by ...

  • Post: Say Aloha to Hawaii on a Paradise-Packed Cruise
    Oct 30, 2023| Where to Travel|Views: 1841|

    Are cooler temperatures making you blue? Want to swap that pumpkin-flavored latte for a tropical cocktail in paradise? The fall season could be the perfect time to sail away to Hawaii on a Holland America Line cruise, or you could start your adventure in the spring when islands are in bloom. Whatever you choose, there are plenty of unique ...

  • Post: How to Make Solar Eclipse Viewers
    Oct 10, 2023| What's New|Views: 1849|

    Who doesn’t love a good solar eclipse, especially when it happens while you’re cruising the world with Holland America Line? If you’re an eclipse enthusiast, then you don’t want to miss our 22-day Solar Eclipse Cruise aboard the Koningsdam for the total eclipse on April 8, 2024. In the meantime, consider satisfying your astronomical wanderlust during the upcoming annual eclipse ...

  • Post: Catch Up With the Crew: Meet Lauren, Sports Director
    Sep 05, 2023| Ship Crew|Views: 2305|

    Are you a sports enthusiast that enjoys a good game and friendly competition? Would you like to explore fun sports activities on a cruise ship, like pickleball, ping pong, shuffleboard and more? Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, Holland America Line has plenty of onboard cruise activities to help you break a sweat and try something new, and ...

  • Post: Experience the 2024 Solar Eclipse at Sea
    Jul 11, 2023| Industry|Views: 3399|

    Make the unforgettable experience of a total solar eclipse more memorable on a wraparound deck of a perfectly-sized ship at sea. Join us for this rare cosmic phenomenon aboard Koningsdam and Zaandam, where guests will have exclusive access to lectures, demonstrations and firsthand tips from astronomy experts on how to make the most of a spectacular view. ...

  • Post: 2023 Alaska Cruise Season Kicks Off with Seattle, Vancouver Events
    May 05, 2023| Industry|Views: 3689|

    Holland America Line kicked off its 2023 Alaska cruise season on April 29 with the arrival of Eurodam at Port of Seattle. Known as “Seattle’s Hometown Cruise Line,” Holland America Line marked the day with a celebration at Pier 91. Festivities included a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Miss Washington Regan Gallo and Miss Alaska Jessica Reisinger, and lively music with ...

  • Post: Our New Mascot, Lewie the Lion, Makes His Debut on King’s Day
    Apr 27, 2023| Industry|Views: 5276|

    We’re not the only ones celebrating King’s Day on April 27. Holland America Line is proud to introduce its loyal furry friend and mascot, Lewie! Donning his best orange tie and majestic mane, Lewie descends from a long line of Dutch lions living in Rotterdam, and he loves traveling by sea. In fact, he got a behind-the-scenes sneak peek ...

  • Post: Holland America Line Receives 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards
    Mar 24, 2023| Awards|Views: 2794|

    The votes are in. Holland America Line receives several top honors from USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest.* We were nominated by a panel of experts and 10Best editors for dining, entertainment, ships, best cruise line for solo travelers and best ocean cruise line. Readers shared their love by casting their votes from Feb. 13 - March 13. Check ...

  • Post: International Women’s Day: Meet Leaders Making Waves in the Cruise Industry
    Mar 08, 2023| Industry|Views: 6082|

    Photo Above: Members of the Travel Advisor Book Club, created by Michelle Sutter, vice president of North America sales & chief of staff, gather aboard the Koningsdam for the first M.S. Masterminds Summit at Sea in summer 2022.  In honor of International Women’s Day, we want to spotlight some of the Holland America Line ...

  • Post: Newest Voyage Category is Truly Legendary
    Mar 07, 2023| What's New|Views: 8146|

    25-to 59-day extended itineraries combine the splendor of Grand Voyages with a journey that enriches the destination Ralph Waldo Emerson famously said, “Life is a journey, not a destination.” Holland America Line’s new cruise category, Legendary Voyages, is out to prove the destinations matter, too. Holland America Line is globally renowned for its expertise in longer voyages. Now, ...

  • Post: Cast Your Votes for Holland America Line
    Feb 13, 2023| Awards|Views: 3642|

    Do you love sailing the seas with Holland America Line? Are you a fan of our dining and entertainment experiences? Do our ships make your heart leap for joy? Share your love by voting for Holland America Line in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest!* Our cruise line was nominated for the categories below by a panel of ...

  • Post: Guests Donate $450,000 to Ukraine Relief
    Feb 01, 2023| What's New|Views: 2732|

    A fundraising effort by cruise line passengers, which took place on the high seas around six different continents, has resulted in a $450,000 donation for Ukraine relief. Funds were raised through Holland America Line's On Deck for a Cause campaign, and the check was presented on Jan. 31, 2023, to the global humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief. For 10 ...

  • Post: Holland America Line Strengthens Commitment to the Best Live Music at Sea
    Jan 13, 2023| What's New|Views: 13209|

    Holland America is making exciting enhancements to its entertainment lineup across the fleet as the premium cruise line continues to build on its reputation for featuring the best live music at sea. “A decade ago we committed to offering the premier collection of live music venues at sea, and the changes we are making over the next several months are ...

  • Post: Holland America Line Wins 29 Awards in 2022
    Jan 03, 2023| Awards|Views: 5734|

    From travel professionals and editors to the most discerning consumers and prestigious organizations, 2022 was a year of recognition for the Holland America Line team members who work hard to bring guests the best service at sea. Travel Weekly’s readers named Holland America Line the best world cruise itinerary, making it the 29th travel award received for the brand this ...

  • Post: Holland America Becomes First Cruise Line Certified Sustainable for Alaska Seafood by Responsible Fisheries Management
    Sep 06, 2022| Awards|Views: 3922|
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    Holland America Line has been awarded Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) certification—making it the first cruise line to achieve this distinguished credential by serving only fresh, certified sustainable and traceable wild Alaska seafood. RFM certified all six of the cruise line’s ships that sail to Alaska following an independent audit. “Holland America Line has shared Alaska adventures with our guests ...

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  • Post: New ‘Culinary Cruises’ Feature Celebrity Culinary Council Chefs
    Aug 31, 2022| Life on Board|Views: 4922|
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    Foodies and culinary novices alike, who are ready for a gastronomic adventure can set sail on a Holland America Line “Culinary Cruise” in 2022 with a member from the line’s Culinary Council. The celebrity chefs will share their expertise and secrets on everything from the correct way to make a sushi roll and how to perfectly temper chocolate to preparing ...

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  • Post: Holland America Line Number-One in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
    Jul 25, 2022| Awards|Views: 4652|
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    Holland America Line took home three USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards: winner in the categories of Best Ship for Dining and Best Mid-Sized Cruise Ship, and second for Best Ocean Cruise Line. USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards highlight the best of the best in contests covering categories such as destinations, food and drink, hotels and things to do. ...

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  • Post: One Year Back to Cruising Since End of Industry-Wide Pause
    Jul 25, 2022| Industry|Views: 2667|
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    Holland America Line’s guests and team members celebrated an important milestone this weekend, marking one full year of a return to sailing after the cruise industry pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nieuw Amsterdam was the line’s first ship back, resuming cruising July 24, 2021, in Seattle, Washington. The ship reached the one-year mark while in port in Whitter, Alaska. ...

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  • Post: Holland America Line is Nominated in USA Today’s 2022 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
    Jun 17, 2022| Awards|Views: 2920|
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    Voting is underway for the USA TODAY 2022 10Best Readers' Choice awards, and Holland America Line is excited to be nominated for five awards in three categories! Not only were we selected by an esteemed panel of experts for the "Best Ocean Cruise Line" category, but Koningsdam is nominated for "Best Ship for Dining" and all three of our Pinnacle ...

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  • Post: Westerdam’s Return to Service Marks Holland America Line’s Completion of Full Fleet Sailing Again
    Jun 13, 2022| Industry|Views: 3347|
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    Our fleet is complete! Westerdam returned to service Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Port of Seattle in Washington, marking the last ship in the fleet to resume operations. To commemorate the occasion, Holland America Line held a ceremony in the terminal attended by the ship’s captain and senior officers, with flag-waving fanfare from team members lined up to greet guests ...

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  • Post: Oosterdam and Zaandam Return to Service
    May 13, 2022| Industry|Views: 3108|
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    It's been a busy and exciting week for Holland America Line. Two more ships are back in service, with Oosterdam restarting in Trieste (Venice), Italy, and Zaandam setting sail from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. To commemorate both occasions, Holland America Line held a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the terminal to open embarkation, attended by the ship’s captain and senior ...

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  • Post: Celebrating a Lifetime of Cruising Memories in Honor of Mother’s Day
    May 06, 2022| Life on Board|Views: 2855|
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    Sunday is Mother's Day in many places around the world. To celebrate, we asked our Facebook fans to share a favorite memory of cruising with mom, a mother figure or their kids — and the response was overwhelming! We had so many of you share your favorite photos, thoughts and experiences. It's very clear from the comments that family cruising ...

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  • Post: Noordam Returns to Service in Fort Lauderdale
    Apr 25, 2022| Industry|Views: 3219|
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    After more than two years since the industrywide pause began due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Holland America Line’s Noordam returned to service Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ship embarked guests for a 21-day Panama Canal transit to Vancouver, Canada, that will position it in Alaska through September. To commemorate the occasion, Holland America ...

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  • Post: Canadian Cruise Procedures Clear Way for Full Alaska and Canada/New England Seasons
    Mar 07, 2022| Industry|Views: 2998|

    Publication of procedures for the safe resumption of cruises to Canadian ports allows Holland America Line to complete preparation for a full season of Alaska explorations and Canada/New England sailings. Holland America Line will sail itineraries as scheduled that include Canadian homeports and ports of call from late spring through fall. “The completion of this guidance by Transport Canada, Canada ...

  • Post: Rotterdam to Sail ‘Rotterdam Naming Celebration’ Cruise in May 2022
    Jan 28, 2022| Industry|Views: 2222|
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    Rotterdam is set to get the royal treatment at a naming ceremony in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, May 30, 2022. Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands will be the ship’s godmother, carrying on a Dutch royal tradition that began in the 1920s. Rotterdam’s special seven-day “Rotterdam Naming Celebration” cruise sails roundtrip from Amsterdam, Netherlands, departing May 29 and also ...

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  • Post: How Many Days Will it Take to Eat Your Way Around a Pinnacle Class Ship?
    Jan 26, 2022| Life on Board|Views: 3694|
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    Holland America Line serves up an incredible variety of dining venues that range from the casual Lido Market to elegant Pinnacle Grill, and everything in-between. While all ships have the Dining Room, Pinnacle Grill and Canaletto options, in addition to a Rudi's Sel de Mer pop-up, our Pinnacle Class ships expand some specialty options, like a stand-alone Rudi's Sel de ...

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  • Post: Test Your Holland America Line Knowledge on National Trivia Day
    Jan 04, 2022| Industry|Views: 3215|

    It's National Trivia Day, and Holland America Line is a brand full of fun and interesting facts with a history of nearly 150 years. How well do you know our cruise line? Test your knowledge and see how you do! Question 1: How many years has Holland America Line been exploring Alaska? Answer: It will be 75 years in 2022! ...

  • Post: Zuiderdam Resumes Service from Port of San Diego
    Dec 24, 2021| Industry|Views: 1997|
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    It's been an exciting week for Holland America Line as Zuiderdam returned to service from Port of San Diego and became the cruise line's sixth ship back in service. Zuiderdam’s crew celebrated the return in holiday spirit with sleighbells ringing and Santa and his elves on hand to open embarkation and welcome guests back on board. Zuiderdam joins Koningsdam, which ...

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  • Post: Three Key Reasons to Choose Holland America Line for Your Alaska Adventure
    Dec 07, 2021| Booking|Views: 7571|
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    Alaska is on the bucket list of many travelers, and there are plenty of reasons why: incredible scenery, imposing landscapes, warm and welcoming locals, a step back in time to the days of the Gold Rush, elusive wildlife and endless adventure. You can explore Alaska many ways, but if you're looking to cruise to Alaska, Holland America Line is your ...

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  • Post: Take Your Pick of Cruises Around the World on Travel Deal Tuesday
    Nov 30, 2021| Industry|Views: 1661|
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    Today is Travel Deal Tuesday, and Holland America Line's Black Friday Sale is available on a variety of cruises around the world. Whether you're looking to explore the glaciers of Alaska, beaches of the Caribbean, ancient ruins of the Mediterranean, fjords of Norway or colorful cultures of Mexico, chances are you can get there on a Holland America Line cruise. ...

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  • Post: Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands Named Godmother of Rotterdam
    Oct 15, 2021| Industry|Views: 2550|
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    Holland America Line announced today that when Rotterdam is named next spring, Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands will be the ship’s godmother, carrying on a tradition that began in the 1920s. Holland America Line’s connection to The House of Orange goes back nearly a century to Prince Hendrik launching Statendam III in 1929. Since then, members of ...

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  • Post: Spring 2022 Return-to-Service Dates Announced for Final Three Ships in the Fleet
    Sep 08, 2021| Industry|Views: 3693|
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    By late spring 2022, Holland America Line will have a complete fleet back to cruising with the restart of operations for Noordam, Oosterdam and Westerdam. Noordam will restart with a March 14, 2022, cruise in Japan; Oosterdam will begin cruising May 1 in the Mediterranean, and Westerdam will return to service May 8 in Alaska. The ships will join Eurodam, ...

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  • Post: Holland America Line Announces Fall 2021 Cruise Plans
    Jun 21, 2021| Industry|Views: 3225|

    Holland America Line is gearing up to restart cruising out of Port of San Diego in California beginning with a season of cruises to Mexico, Hawaii and along the California coast aboard Koningsdam and Zuiderdam. The cruise line has expanded the season with the addition of six new cruise departures for Zuiderdam and two new cruises on Koningsdam, offering a ...

  • Post: Celebrating King’s Day with Orange Party Memories
    Apr 27, 2021| Life on Board|Views: 6438|
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    April 27 is King’s Day in the Netherlands, a traditional holiday held each year to honor the birthday of the reigning Dutch monarch. At Holland America Line, we take great joy in celebrating King’s Day each year given our roots in the Netherlands and ties to its royal family. In recognition of this, King’s Day is celebrated across our fleet. ...

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  • Post: Holland America Line Celebrates 148th Anniversary
    Apr 16, 2021| Industry|Views: 2191|
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    As Holland America Line moves closer to the 150th Anniversary of our founding in 2023, this past year has taught us the importance of celebrating the smallest of milestones. So, we’re proudly commemorating our 148th Anniversary Sunday, April 18, 2021. As one of the longest-serving and most experienced cruise lines in the world, Holland America Line has grown into an ...

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