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Holland America Line’s Rotterdam is back in service following a two-week dry dock in The Netherlands, debuting more space for families and friends traveling together, along with additional locations to enjoy live music and refreshed retail areas.

During his time on board, the Japanese-born Iron Chef hosted several exclusive dinners, a cooking show and a Japanese cuisine-themed trivia for guests, adding a distinctly personal layer to his role as Culinary Ambassador. A highlight was a special Omakase Diner held in Pinnacle Grill, which featured dishes by Chef Morimoto exclusive to this experience. His time on board not only highlighted the depth of Holland America Line’s culinary program, but also reinforced its commitment to delivering unforgettable, destination-inspired dining at sea.

Holland America Line is ushering in its 2026 Alaska season starting April 25 with the arrival of Eurodam to the Port of Seattle. With more than 100 voyages across six ships this season departing three homeports, guests who embark on a cruise to the Great Land will find a lineup of extensive onboard programming, elevated culinary offerings and more than two dozen new shore excursions—all designed to connect guests more deeply with Alaska’s awe-inspiring landscapes and local culture. 

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line announced an initial combined commitment of $175,000 in 2026, to help rebuild the Joseph T. Craig American Legion Post 3 in Ketchikan, Alaska – the state’s oldest American Legion post – after the historic facility was destroyed by arson in September 2023.

Building on strong momentum and record performance, Holland America Line announced Holland America Evolution, a bold multiyear investment to thoughtfully reimagine six ships. Representing the most ambitious guest experience update in the company's 153-year history, Evolution will deliver a comprehensive bow-to-stern revitalization while bringing the best of its Pinnacle Class ships across most of the fleet. 

Culinary Ambassador makes first appearance on Grand World Voyage in Asia with curated tea programming, custom blend and immersive guest experiences

Holland America Line’s Koningsdam returned to service this weekend following a two‑week dry dock in the Bahamas, debuting new accommodations for families and friends traveling together, along with refreshed entertainment and retail spaces. 

For the first time, bourbon barrels mature across a cruise fleet, their flavors shaped by the maritime conditions of Holland America’s carefully crafted itineraries.

As part of its ongoing commitment to ocean health, Holland America Line has selected Conservation International as the new beneficiary of its On Deck for a Cause charitable program on all sailings outside of Alaska, expanding the reach and impact of guest donations. Conservation International works in more than 100 countries and is a global leader in mangrove conservation and restoration — advancing the science and innovative approaches needed to protect coastal and marine ecosystems.