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Holland America Line Becomes First Global Cruise Line to Receive International Seafood Certifications

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning dining experience by becoming the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications. The two organizations serve as the most credible standards worldwide for certified seafood.

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  • SEATTLE, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning dining experience by becoming the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications.
  • "Our guests care about the quality and sustainability of the fresh fish we serve, and so do we," said Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line.
  • Certified seafood from nine regions worldwide will be incorporated into Holland America Line seafood offerings: Asia, Australia, Canada/New England, Mexico, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and Hawaii.
  • While not all seafood species aboard Holland America Line are currently certified, the cruise line is working toward 100% accreditation of species that are eligible to meet the organizations' standards.

Holland America Line Releases Refreshed 2025 Grand World Voyage Itinerary Including New Ports, Different Entry to Europe

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In order to prioritize safety and give travelers adequate time to plan, Holland America Line released a refreshed itinerary for its 2025 Grand World Voyage sailing aboard Zuiderdam. The updated itinerary includes portions to replace the previously announced route through the Red Sea, while adding new ports in Africa and Europe as well as a call in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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  • SEATTLE, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In order to prioritize safety and give travelers adequate time to plan, Holland America Line released a refreshed itinerary for its 2025 Grand World Voyage sailing aboard Zuiderdam.
  • "Making this change now allows us to provide certainty for our guests in preparing for this 124-day trip around the world.
  • "Guests joining us for our 2025 Grand World Voyage will be able to immerse themselves in exciting destinations across the globe.
  • For travelers seeking to make new bookings on the 2025 Grand World Voyage, starting cruise-only fares begin at $24,999 per person, based on double occupancy.

Holland America Line's 'Anniversary Sale' Features Reduced Fares, Onboard Credit, and Free Third and Fourth Guests

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is celebrating its 151st Anniversary with a special "Anniversary Sale" running from March 20 through April 30, 2024. The offer features up to 45% off cruise fares, onboard credits up to $300 per stateroom, 50% reduced deposits, and free third and fourth guests when traveling in the same stateroom.

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  • The offer features up to 45% off cruise fares, onboard credits up to $300 per stateroom, 50% reduced deposits, and free third and fourth guests when traveling in the same stateroom.
  • "Guests appreciate the onboard spending money, while reduced deposits make it easier to plan a vacation that can be more than a year away.
  • Free third and fourth guests is ideal for families and friends looking to travel together."
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Carnival Corporation Unveils New Solar Park at Amber Cove Port in Dominican Republic

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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MIAMI, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Underscoring its commitment to sustainability, Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, today unveiled a new solar park at its Amber Cove Cruise Center in the Dominican Republic.

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  • MIAMI, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Underscoring its commitment to sustainability, Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, today unveiled a new solar park at its Amber Cove Cruise Center in the Dominican Republic.
  • Carnival Corporation, Carnival Cruise Line and Amber Cove Cruise Center celebrated with a ribbon cutting that was attended by government, industry and community leaders, including Joel Santos, minister of the presidency of the Dominican Republic, and Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.
  • "With this new solar park in Amber Cove, we are furthering our commitment to sustainability at our destinations by focusing on renewable energy sources to power the vast majority of the port's needs."
  • Located in the heart of the Dominican Republic's north coast just outside the historical town of Puerto Plata, Amber Cove Cruise Center is one of eight leading port destinations and exclusive islands owned and operated by Carnival Corporation.

Holland America Line's Spring Sale Offers Up to 50% Off Cruise Fares and Onboard Spending Credit for Upcoming Departures

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelers looking for a last-minute deal on a spring getaway can take advantage of Holland America Line's Spring Sale launching March 6, 2024. Featuring up to 50% off cruise fares and onboard credits of $50 per person, the offer is available on select departures from March 30 through May 2024. As a bonus, guests who book a suite can double their onboard credit for a total of $100 per person. Guests can use code SPRINGSALE at checkout to redeem or book with their Travel Agent.

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  • Featuring up to 50% off cruise fares and onboard credits of $50 per person, the offer is available on select departures from March 30 through May 2024.
  • As a bonus, guests who book a suite can double their onboard credit for a total of $100 per person.
  • "For travellers who are considering a last-minute getaway, our Spring Sale offers amazing fares plus a generous onboard spending credit," said Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer for Holland America Line.
  • The Spring Sale is combinable with Holland America Line's " Have it All " premium fare.

Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii Cruises

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises. The premium cruise line, known for longer and destination-focused voyages, will offer departures from five North American homeports, sailing on five ships.

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  • Cruises include new ports, myriad ways to transit the Panama Canal, plus Nieuw Amsterdam's Hawaii debut
    SEATTLE, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises.
  • Includes new ports, myriad ways to transit the Panama Canal, plus Nieuw Amsterdam's Hawaii debut
    This season of six different Panama Canal cruises includes several firsts: Holland America Line has added the port of Acajutla, El Salvador, on most Panama Canal sailings.
  • Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises are offered from October 2025 through April 2026 and range from 15 to 22 days.
  • Many Panama Canal cruises include a call at Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line's award-winning private island in the Bahamas.

Holland America Line Adds "Deal or No Deal" Interactive Game Show to Its Entertainment Roster

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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MIAMI, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Holland America Line has expanded its entertainment offering to launch the popular TV game show brand Deal or No Deal on nine of its cruise ships.

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  • MIAMI, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Holland America Line has expanded its entertainment offering to launch the popular TV game show brand Deal or No Deal on nine of its cruise ships.
  • The program will run once or twice per voyage, hosted on the World Stage or Rolling Stone Lounge, depending on the Holland America Line ship.
  • "With the growing demand for entertainment options, Deal or No Deal is a perfect addition to Holland America's offerings."
  • "We're excited to add this brand to add this program to our lineup and we look forward to guests enjoying this interactive game," said Daniel Materassi, senior vice president of guest commerce for Holland America Line.

Holland America Line Visits All Seven Continents and Includes an Antarctic Experience on 2026 Grand World Voyage

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026. The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience. Details were announced today by President Gus Antorcha to 2024 Grand World Voyage guests aboard Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing in between Okinawa and Tokyo.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026.
  • The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience.
  • Starting today, travelers interested in the 2026 Grand World Voyage can call Holland America Line's World Cruise Reservations Desk or their travel advisor to make a deposited Future Cruise Request.
  • Guests who want to make a Future Cruise Request for a stateroom on the 2026 Grand World Voyage can contact their travel advisor or call World Cruise Reservations: 1-800-522-3399.

Award-Winning Distillery Buffalo Trace Selects Premium Barrel for Holland America Line

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's beverage program is introducing an exclusive single barrel select bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States. This premium offering, curated by Sazerac Master Blender Drew Mayville and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee Freddie Johnson, will be available fleetwide in March while supplies last.

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  • SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's beverage program is introducing an exclusive single barrel select bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States.
  • The opportunity to serve this unique bourbon arose when Mayville, an avid Holland America Line cruiser, endorsed the cruise line for the prestigious Sazerac Barrel Select program — an honor limited to only a few participants each year.
  • Mayville reflected on the experience, stating: "We aimed to select an expressive and distinctive barrel for Holland America Line, confident that their guests would enjoy trying something truly unique to the cruise line."
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Enhances Alaska Cruisetours with McKinley Chalet Resort Room Upgrades and New Gold Rush Experience

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning Alaska Cruisetours in time for the 2024 season with room upgrades at McKinley Chalet Resort and a new, included tour in Dawson City, Yukon. Alaska Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an overland tour to Denali, and Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends those tours into the Yukon.

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  • Alaska Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an overland tour to Denali, and Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends those tours into the Yukon .
  • For the excursions, guests on select Denali and Yukon Cruisetours will have a new "Klondike Gold Tour" that expands on the region's famed gold rush experience.
  • The tour visits the original discovery claim site that launched the gold rush and Gold Dredge 4.
  • Holland America Line's McKinley Chalet Resort, nestled at the entrance of Denali National Park, is adding balconies to 28 existing river-view rooms.