Holland America Line

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Holland America Line (HAL) has experienced a boost in guest satisfaction with its internet service this year, as the cruise line completes the installation of SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet on each of the 11 ships in its fleet. The final ship, Nieuw Amsterdam, was outfitted with the technology in mid-December…

Holland America Line will embark on its biggest-ever Asia season in 2024-25, offering more diverse and longer itineraries across the region. Departures are available from Hong Kong, Yokohama (Tokyo), and Singapore to some of the most exciting cities across 10 countries. There will be a strong focus on Japanese departures,…

Holland America Line has been marking its 150th anniversary in style, with a series of events that included royalty, local dignitaries, port officials and guests. The cruise line’s flagship Rotterdam arrived in her namesake port earlier this week, where passengers were treated to a gala dinner, and an impressive light…

Holland America Line will be offering longer Alaska cruises in 2024, allowing guests a deeper exploration of the US state. Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam will be sailing the programme, which gets underway in April 2024. Among the season’s highlights will be a 28-day Alaska Arctic Circle…

Holland America Line is offering an additional incentive to past guests through its new Refer a Friend programme. Members of the cruise line’s Mariner Society will receive $50 future cruise credit for each referral they make, while the guests they introduce will be given $50 onboard credit per person. They…

Holland America Line is celebrating 150 years in the industry with the launch of a limited-edition pilsner beer. HAL Pils is available in a commemorative can which depicts the iconic Jan van Beers poster showing a woman in a nautical-blue dress holding a Holland America Line steamship above her head….

Holland America Line’s ship Volendam has returned to guest cruising operations for the first time since the industry pause, as she embarked on a 14-day Holy Land and Ancient Kingdoms Explorer itinerary. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held the mark the occasion, attended by team members alongside the ship’s Captain and…

Holland America Line has revealed details of their 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage, which has been a decade in the making. Departing from San Diego, California on 3 January 2024, the 94-day round-trip on board Volendam can be separated into two shorter voyages, should guests prefer. Calling at…

Holland America Line will be the latest cruise company to feature on Cruising With Susan Calman, as she sets sail on Eurodam for a 10-night adventure. Airing this Friday (29 April), the TV personality will embark on a Panama Canal Sunfarer voyage. Highlights will include Susan Calman’s visit to Holland…