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 ways of life. Through travel, ...
It's the first day of fall, and nothing warms the chill in the air like a delicious cup of Holland America Line's famous Dutch Pea Soup. We serve this tasty treat out on deck on Alaska and Norway cruises to our guests while they admire the icy scenery. This extra-special touch makes watching the glaciers and fjords all the ...
Saturday, Sept. 19 is National Dance Day, and we're celebrating by showcasing the top shore excursions around the world that feature song and dance that are synonymous with the country. BARCELONA, SPAIN "Flamenco with Dinner" Flamenco is commonly associated with the Andalusian Roma (gypsies) of southern Spain. In Barcelona, guests can take part in the "Flamenco with Dinner" shore excursion ...
Sunday, Sept. 13, was #GrandparentsDay, and Holland America Line is all about multigenerational cruising. We asked our Facebook fans to share photos of cruising with their grandparents, or grandparents cruising with their grandchildren. The response was a beautiful collection of family memories and photos that we're honored to share. Caption for the hero photo: "My dad Lou enjoying Half Moon ...
From Greenland to Greece and Iceland to Israel, five Holland America Line ships are set to explore the cultural kaleidoscope of Europe in 2021. The brand’s collection of vessels crossing the pond includes Rotterdam, which is slated to debut at the height of the summer Europe season. Joining the fleet’s new flagship will be Nieuw Statendam, Westerdam and Zuiderdam, putting ...
It's National Wiener Schnitzel Day, and to celebrate we're sharing a recipe from our own Master Chef and Culinary Council Chairman Rudi Sodamin! Chef Rudi is from Austria where Wiener Schnitzel is a staple in any home. From his kitchen to yours, enjoy! INGREDIENTS 4-5-ounces veal (or chicken or pork) cutlets, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 ...
It’s easy to put off organizing your vacation pictures, leaving you with the digital equivalent of undeveloped film and dusty photo bins. But with travel slowed and more time at home, now’s the perfect time to sort through your selfies and hard-fought family photos. To help make your images stand out like a pro, we reached out to our friends ...
As we prepare to say farewell to Maasdam, we asked fans on our Facebook page to share photos and memories of the ship that has been part of the Holland America Line fleet since 1993. Many of you replied, sharing your stories and photos with us. Enjoy a selection that truly shows how beloved Maasdam is to so many guests ...
A cruise to Northern Europe beckoned, and we answered the call with a Virtual Voyage to Norway the week of Aug. 16! Thank you to all of our cruisers and Mariners who joined us on social media! The seven-day “Norse Legends” cruise aboard Nieuw Statendam was a blast, and we hope everyone had a great time. At the end of ...
There’s nothing quite like authentic Mexican carnitas, slow-cooked for hours to yield succulent, fork-tender pork and enlivened with a spoonful of fiery salsa. But to hold you over until your next cruise to Cabo (or trip to your favorite taco spot), we’re passing along this unique caramelized pork taco recipe from our Port to Table culinary programming. INGREDIENTS Pork Tacos: ...
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