Holland America Line News
Therron Hofsetz Joins Holland America Line as Director of Software Applications
Holland America Line has appointed Therron Hofsetz to the position of director, software applications, in the line’s information technology department.
Holland America Line Leverages Microsoft Tags
Holland America Line has launched an innovative new marketing campaign that incorporates Microsoft Tag 2D bar code technology to connect its print advertising to more information about cruise options and onboard amenities via a web-based interactive experience.
Portland Harbour Authority welcomes largest cruise liner
Portland Harbour Authority recently welcomed its largest cruise ship to date – the 1,848 luxury passenger vessel, The MS Westerdam. Owned by cutting-edge cruise operator Holland America Line
Cruise holiday tax cut in Alaska
Alaskan governor Sean Parnell has signed legislation cutting the levy on visiting cruise passengers in a move designed to bolster the state’s flagging reputation. Following the decision, the per person tax will drop from $46 to $34.50, with deeper offsets for ships stopping in at least one of two popular ports, Juneau and Ketchikan.
Holland America Line to deploy two ships in Australia simultaneously for first time in 2011-12
Holland America Line will deploy ms Volendam and ms Zaandam in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the South Pacific in 2011-12, marking the first time the line will have two ships sailing a series of itineraries in the region simultaneously.
Holland America Line captures the mind, body and spirit of its guests with Explore Wellbeing Program
From morning Tai Chi or Sudoku to afternoon Pilates and Wii bowling, Holland America Line’s new Explore Wellbeing program is tailored to guests who want engaging onboard activities while they cruise. Explore Wellbeing offers new directions in sporting events, brain teasers and spa features to intrigue, relax and excite guests.
seven Holland America Line ships offering extensive Alaska itineraries in 2011
Alaska-bound travelers can choose from four cruise itineraries of seven to 14 days with Holland America Line in 2011.
Holland America Line’s signature of excellence at greatest level ever
As part of its on-going Signature of Excellence program, Holland America Line continues to add enhancements and new features to its fleet of ships, including dramatic new public areas and stateroom upgrades as well as expand their industry-leading enrichment program.
Holland America adds Anchorage, Alaska, to itinerary and will include 22 new shore excursions
Holland America Line will, for the first time in the line’s history, pay calls to Anchorage, Alaska.
Holland America Line announces 55 new shore excursions for summer 2010
To complement its already extensive and award-winning shore excursion offerings, Holland America Line has put together 55 new and captivating tours for its 2010 summer season.
Holland America Line’s ms Ryndam Receives latest signature of excellence enhancements
Holland America Line’s ms Ryndam recently sailed with several new enhancements on its seven-day western Caribbean cruises sailing from Tampa, Florida.