How the Exclusive Pendleton® Blanket Was Created
The Pendleton® blanket, Alaska: The Great American Wilderness, was born from a shared belief that heritage is something you don’t just imagine — it’s something you hold, experience, and carry forward. As part of our America 250 partnerships in honor of the nation’s semiquincentennial, our collaboration with Pendleton® brings together two brands deeply rooted in craftsmanship, innovation, and America.
Founder Thomas Lister Kay, an English master weaver, arrived in Oregon in 1863 with his family and established himself as a key force in the region’s growing woolen industry. Pendleton® has long translated landscapes into lasting designs, while Holland America has explored Alaska longer than it has been a state, making the partnership a natural extension of shared history and purpose.
Heritage You Can Hold
Inspired by the breathtaking scenery guests encounter on an Alaska cruise, the blanket design captures the spirit of the Great Land through a sweeping visual narrative. Rugged peaks, towering forests, vast skies, and iconic wildlife — moose, whales, and eagles — unfold beneath the glow of the Alaska sunset.
Woven in deep ocean blues, Holland America’s signature orange, and natural earth tones, the design reflects both Alaska’s grandeur and the enduring craftsmanship that defines Pendleton®’s “Heritage You Can Hold” philosophy. Each detail was thoughtfully created to honor history and the journey itself.
This limited‑edition blanket is more than a keepsake; it’s a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and a tangible expression of the landscapes and stories that shape our voyages. Crafted exclusively for Holland America, it represents a moment where design, destination, and legacy come together, inviting you to take home a piece of Alaska that will endure long after the journey ends.
Inspired by Alaska, Woven to Be Remembered
From glacier‑carved peaks to vast northern skies, Alaska leaves an impression that’s impossible to forget. Created in partnership with Pendleton®, this exclusive blanket translates the colors, textures, and spirit of the Great Land into a timeless design — an expression of craftsmanship rooted in place, made to live on in everyday moments at home.
Pendleton® Gift with Purchase Offer
Be among the first to receive a truly special keepsake inspired by Alaska. The first 100 guests who book a 2026 Alaska vacation starting at 12:00 pm noon (PDT) on March 20th will receive an Alaska: The Great America Wilderness blanket, delivered on board.
Pendleton® Limited-Edition Blanket Offer FAQs
What is the Pendleton® Gift with Purchase offer?
Guests who book a qualifying 2026 Alaska cruise or cruisetour on HollandAmerica.com may receive a limited‑edition Pendleton® blanket, Alaska: The Great American Wilderness, created exclusively for Holland America.
Who is eligible for the blanket?
The offer is available to guests booking Alaska 2026 cruises or cruisetours starting on March 20, 2026 through HollandAmerica.com.
How many blankets are available?
There are 100 blankets total, awarded on a first‑come, first‑served basis to the first eligible bookings that use the offer code. Once they’re gone, the blanket is no longer available through this offer.
How and when will guests receive the blanket?
The blanket is delivered on board to the guest’s stateroom for confirmed sailings. It is not mailed in advance and is fulfilled during the cruise.
