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Jun 30, 2022, 15:06 ET Holland America Line Sees a Surge in Demand for Alaska Cruising

With pent up demand and the U.S. Independence Day travel rush approaching, premium cruise line Holland America Line is reporting a surge in interest...

Jun 28, 2022, 15:15 ET Holland America Line Adds Second Commemorative 150th Anniversary Transatlantic Crossing in April 2023 Aboard Rotterdam

As its 150th anniversary approaches April 18, 2023, Holland America Line is adding a second commemorative transatlantic crossing aboard Rotterdam to...

Jun 12, 2022, 19:56 ET Westerdam's Return to Service June 12 in Seattle Marks Holland America Line's Completion of Full Fleet Sailing Again

Holland America Line's Westerdam returned to service Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Port of Seattle in Washington, marking the last ship in the fleet to...

Jun 10, 2022, 12:03 ET Holland America Line: Europe and Alaska Cruises Made Easier for Guests with Expected Change in U.S. Reentry Requirements

"The expected announcement that CDC will be ending its requirement of a negative COVID-19 test for Americans to reenter the United States is an...

Jun 09, 2022, 10:11 ET Holland America Line Partners with Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute to Promote State's Tastiest Natural Resource

In celebration of 75 years exploring Alaska, Holland America Line is partnering with Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) to highlight the...

Jun 01, 2022, 10:06 ET Holland America Line's 'Celebration Sale' Offers Up To 50% off Fares, Onboard Spending Credit and Reduced Deposits on 2022-2023 Cruises

Holland America Line is celebrating having a full fleet back in service as of June 12 with a "Celebration Sale" offering cruise fare discounts,...

May 30, 2022, 09:00 ET Holland America Line's Holds Naming Ceremony for Rotterdam with Godmother Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands

Holland America Line's flagship Rotterdam received the royal treatment in a ceremony rich with Dutch heritage May 30, 2022, in Rotterdam, the...

May 12, 2022, 16:15 ET Holland America Line's Zaandam Returns to Service in Fort Lauderdale

Holland America Line's Zaandam returned to service Thursday, May 12, 2022, at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, leaving just one more ship ...

May 08, 2022, 13:00 ET Holland America Line's Oosterdam Back to Cruising as Ninth Ship in the Fleet to Return to Service

Holland America Line welcomed its ninth ship back into service Sunday, May 8, as Oosterdam embarked guests in Trieste (Venice), Italy, for the first...

May 02, 2022, 08:11 ET Holland America Line Adds a Season of New Cruises to Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia Starting in Fall 2022

In anticipation of the ports in Australia and New Zealand fully welcoming cruise ships back to their shores, Holland America Line opened bookings for ...

Apr 28, 2022, 12:07 ET Holland America Line Wins 'Best Beverage Menu' for New Concept Half Moon Bar at the 2022 VIBE Vista Awards

Holland America Line took home a win for "Best Beverage Menu' for its newest onboard bar — Half Moon Bar — at the 2022 VIBE Vista Awards that were...

Apr 25, 2022, 08:02 ET Holland America Line's Noordam Returns to Service in Fort Lauderdale

After more than two years since the industrywide pause began due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Holland America Line's Noordam returned to service Sunday, ...

Apr 21, 2022, 13:30 ET Show Mom the World this Mother's Day with a Holland America Line Gift Card and 10% Bonus Offer

For the mom or mom-figure who is looking to be inspired by new cultures and landscapes, show them the world this Mother's Day with a Holland America...

Apr 18, 2022, 14:12 ET Holland America Line Celebrates 149th Anniversary and Prepares for May Naming Ceremony in Rotterdam

Holland America Line is commemorating its 149th anniversary today as it moves closer to its 150th milestone next year. To mark the occasion, the day...

Apr 15, 2022, 08:00 ET Holland America Line Selects Winner of 'Love Letters to Alaska' Contest from More Than 40,000 Entries

On Valentine's Day 2022 Holland America Line launched a "Love Letters to Alaska" contest in celebration of its upcoming 75th anniversary season in...

Apr 08, 2022, 06:03 ET First Cruise Ship Set to Return to Canada as Country Reopens Cruising After Two-Year Absence

Holland America Line will be the first cruise line to return to Canadian cruising following a more than two year industrywide pause due to the global ...

Apr 01, 2022, 11:11 ET Holland America Line Ship Will Become Temporary Home for Ukrainian Refugees in the Netherlands

Holland America Line's Volendam will be used to accommodate Ukrainian refugees as part of an agreement announced by Netherlands and City of Rotterdam ...

Mar 17, 2022, 16:57 ET Holland America Line Speeds Up Embarkation Process with mBark Facial Recognition and VeriFLY Vaccine Verification Program

Holland America Line is enhancing the preboarding guest experience and making embarkation easier by adding the use of mBark facial recognition and...

Mar 14, 2022, 12:07 ET Holland America Line's 'Alaska Up Close' Programming Delivers Authentic Cultural, Culinary and Shoreside Experiences

Holland America Line has been exploring Alaska since 1947, and the premium cruise line is putting 75 years of expertise into new "Alaska Up Close"...

Mar 07, 2022, 10:22 ET New Published Canadian Cruise Procedures Clear Way for Holland America Line Full Alaska and Canada/New England Cruise Seasons

Publication of procedures for the safe resumption of cruises to Canadian ports allows Holland America Line to complete preparation for a full season...

Feb 18, 2022, 22:27 ET Holland America Line to Participate in CDC's Updated Program for Cruise Ships; Provides New Information to Guests

Holland America Line confirmed today it will participate in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated program for cruise...

Feb 18, 2022, 14:44 ET Holland America Line Brings Alaska Cruise and Denali/Yukon Adventures Back to Seattle with Free Travel Show Saturday, March 19

Holland America Line is bringing the Great Land to Seattle with the all-day Alaska Cruise and Travel Show Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the Bell...

Feb 14, 2022, 13:30 ET Holland America Line Asks Fans to Pen Love Letters to Alaska in a New Contest Celebrating 75 Years of Alaska Exploration

Dear Alaska, you amaze me … Fans who declare their love for Alaska in a letter or poem can enter to win one of 10 suites, including a grand prize...

Feb 09, 2022, 14:45 ET Holland America Line Explores Alaska in 2023 with a Six-Ship Complement and Cruisetours to Denali and the Yukon

Holland America Line is charting a course to Alaska in 2023 with expertly crafted journeys on six ships that offer preferred access, exclusive...

Feb 01, 2022, 13:56 ET Holland America Line Extends Military Onboard Spending Money Offer to Canadians; Now Includes First Responders and Healthcare Heroes for Select Cruises Through May 2022

To honor and thank first responders and healthcare workers, Holland America Line is extending its Military Appreciation Offer to members of these...