Holland America Line and its Guests Join Hurricane Melissa Relief Efforts

SEATTLE, Wash. — October 29, 2025 — Holland America Line and its guests are joining relief efforts for communities in Jamaica impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Jamaica is an important longstanding partner to Holland America and our thoughts are with those impacted by the storm. Carnival Corporation, the Micky & Madeleine Arison Family Foundation, and Holland America are making donations to Direct Relief, a global humanitarian nonprofit that provides emergency medical assistance and disaster relief to those in need. Direct Relief has already begun its plans to help people impacted in Jamaica.  

In addition, Holland America’s On Deck for a Cause 5K walks, which raise funds for Direct Relief, will focus its next several walks on Direct Relief’s Hurricane Melissa fund. Guests on any Holland America cruise can sign up for the walks which are held on the ships’ promenade decks. And for others who want to help, you can contribute on Direct Relief's website. 

Contributions will help Direct Relief fund essential resources and community support programs in partnership with trusted local organizations.