Holland America Line News
New Canadian Procedures are a Win for Holland America Line Guests
Holland America Line is pleased with the recent announcement of the lifting of Canadian pandemic border restrictions. Under the new guidelines, Canadian border vaccination and testing requirements are no longer necessary
Holland America Line Reports Positive Results of Cruise Industry’s First Long-Term Biofuel Test
Holland America Line completed the cruise industry’s first multi week test of biofuels on board Volendam at Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The 20-day test was conducted in partnership with GoodFuels
Holland America Line’s 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage Returns
Holland America Line is continuing to bolster its longer voyages departing from a North America homeport, and the 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage is the newest addition. The 94-day journey that’s been more than 10 years in the making departs Jan. 3, 2024, aboard Volendam, sailing roundtrip from San Diego, California.
Holland America Line unveils new Caribbean programme
Holland America Line (HAL) has released a mix of Caribbean itineraries for the 2023-24 winter season. Sailings range from seven to 16 days in length and will be split across five of the line’s vessels.
Holland America Line Sees Higher Interest for Longer Roundtrip Voyages from U.S. Homeports
With a rise in travelers wanting to explore global destinations without taking international flights, Holland America Line is launching its “See the World from Your Doorstep” campaign, highlighting the cruise line’s leadership in roundtrip travel from U.S. homeports.
Holland America Line reveals 150th anniversary plans
On April 18, 2023, Holland America Line is celebrating its 150th Anniversary - making it one of the longest-operating travel companies in the world. To commemorate the milestone, the cruise line is planning special events and activities, including two commemorative transatlantic crossings. Today, the April 4, 2023, crossing opens for booking, while the Oct. 15, 2022, departure has limited space remaining.
Holland America Line introduces Chef Ethan Stowell dishes to its menu
At a press briefing and dinner event in Juneau, Alaska this week, Holland America Line debuted three new dishes from Culinary Council Member Chef Ethan Stowell that were developed in alliance with the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI).
Holland America Line sees surge in demand for Alaska cruising
With pent-up demand and the U.S. Independence Day approaching, Holland America Line is reporting a surge in interest for Alaska.
Holland America Line adds second commemorative 150th anniversary transatlantic crossing
As its 150th anniversary approaches April 18, 2023, Holland America Line is adding a second commemorative transatlantic crossing aboard Rotterdam to the schedule of celebratory events
Holland America Line’s full fleet resumes operations
Holland America Line’s Westerdam has returned to service at Port of Seattle in Washington, marking the last ship in the fleet to resume operations. Westerdam embarked guests for seven-day Alaska Explorer cruise roundtrip from Seattle that will position it in Alaska through the end of September.
Holland America Line’s holds naming ceremony for Rotterdam
Holland America Line’s flagship Rotterdam received the royal treatment in a ceremony rich with Dutch heritage May 30, 2022, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands served as godmother and officially named the ship in front of invited dignitaries and guests.
Holland America Line holds naming ceremony for flagship
Holland America Line’s flagship Rotterdam has received the royal treatment in a ceremony rich with Dutch heritage, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands served as godmother and officially named the ship in front of invited dignitaries and guests.