Since 2005, the first Monday of every October has marked World Architecture Day – a day that honors the ingenuity and beauty of the world’s most impressive architectural marvels. Offering global itineraries, Holland America Line gives travelers the opportunity to visit the world’s most illustrious sites, and in this post we’re sharing our top five… read more of “#WorldArchitectureDa…”
World Tourism Day is commemorated each year on September 27 to foster awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value. This World Tourism Day, we celebrate the power of travel, its ability to connect us, to allow us to learn about different cultures and different… read more of “A Cruise for Every…”
We are happy to share that all of our Westerdam guests and our “go team” employees deployed to Cambodia are now home. Once again we want to extend our sincerest gratitude to our guests for their patience and understanding during this complex situation. A special thank you to our crew, who always strive to provide… read more of “Thank You for Your…”
Although the risks to our guests, crew and business are very low, Holland America Line is closely monitoring the coronavirus situation. Our medical experts are coordinating closely with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to implement recommended screening, prevention and control measures for our ships. This… read more of “Update on…”
Holland America Line claimed the top spot as the favorite cruise line for sailings to Alaska, the Mexican Riviera, and the Panama Canal and Central America in Cruise Critics’ 2019 Cruisers’ Choice Destinations Awards. The premium cruise line also took home honors in five additional destination categories for its private island, Half Moon Cay, and… read more of “Holland America…”
Holland America Line’s Holiday Cruises are designed to immerse guests in the joys of the season with a relaxing, entertaining and stress-free vacation. In December 2019, travelers looking to get away for the holidays will have a choice of more than 20 cruises in late December, as well as 17 Collectors’ Voyages that combine non-repeating,… read more of “Celebrate the…”
I wish everyone I care about could be here with me. I’m on the deck of the Aqua Luna, a traditional junk that sails Victoria Harbor, the famous body of water that separates Hong Kong Island from Kowloon Island. The butler has given me some kind of rum punch, but the feeling of standing on… read more of “Hong Kong: Dazzling…”
Kelly Stilwell of Food Fun & Faraway Places recently sailed on Holland America Line to Southeast Asia and participated in “The Courageous Kitchen Cooking Class: In Partnership With Food & Wine Magazine” shore excursion while at Bangkok, Thailand. Read selections from Kelly Stilwell’s article to hear about her Thai cooking class experience! Thai Cooking Class… read more of “Press Diary: Thai…”
