Holland America Line has launched its 2026 program of Alaska cruisetours, offering land exploration of Denali National Park and Canada's Yukon Territory. HAL has unveiled 18 itineraries, including a new 13-day Alaska, Denali and Yukon cruisetour. Itineraries range from nine to 17 days from May to September. Every cruisetour will visit Denali National Park and include days at sea aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Westerdam or Zaandam. Guests can personalize the order of their journey with either a cruise or overland first. They can extend their trip with an itinerary to Canada's Yukon Territory, including stops in Whitehorse and Dawson City. Holland America Line has also renamed its lodge, located at the edge of Denali National Park, to Holland America Denali Lodge. It was formerly known as McKinley Chalet. Nieuw Amsterdam and Westerdam will operate itineraries ranging from nine to 14 days between Vancouver, Canada, and Anchorage or Fairbanks, Alaska. All Denali cruisetours include a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise featuring Glacier Bay and the Alaskan ports of Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway, plus either College Fjord or Hubbard Glacier and Inside Passage. The land portion includes up to three nights at the Holland America Denali Lodge. A 14-day Ultimate Denali tour option includes an overnight at Homer, in addition to time in Fairbanks and Anchorage before or after a seven-day cruise. All single one-day Classic Alaska & Denali departures include a complimentary Denali Natural History Tour in Denali National Park, and guests can go in search of Alaska's 'Big 5' - bears, moose, Dall sheep, caribou and grey wolves - in their natural habitat. All two- and three-night itineraries include the Tundra Wilderness tour, where guests journey 43 miles into Denali National Park. Highlights of Yukon & Denali Cruisetours include: Itineraries range from nine to 17 days and include either a three- or four-day Inside Passage cruise on Koningsdam or Zaandam, or a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise on Nieuw Amsterdam or Westerdam. There is a two- or three-night stay at Denali and Dawson City. Yukon & Denali cruisetours also feature overnights at Fairbanks, Anchorage and Skagway, depending on the itinerary. HAL has launched a new 13-day Alaska, Denali and Yukon cruisetour aboard Nieuw Amsterdam or Westerdam. This journey begins in Fairbanks, after which guests will fly to Dawson City before heading to Denali for three days. Guests will then travel on Holland America Line's glass-domed rail cars for a seven-day cruise to Vancouver. Guests booking this cruisetour get three complimentary tours: Riverboat Discovery in Fairbanks, the Klondike Gold tour in Dawson City, and Tundra Wilderness tour in Denali National Park. All Yukon and Denali departures now include the Klondike Gold Tour in Dawson City and the Tundra Wilderness Tour at Denali National Park. Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer for HAL, said: "Guests who embark on one of our cruisetours get the opportunity to combine our award-winning cruise experience with exploration deep into the heart of wilderness." Holland America Line has operated itineraries in Alaska for more than 75 years and is the only cruise line to take guests into the heart of the Yukon. 

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• Itinerary on Volendam to increase to 133 days
• Cruise to visit 51 ports in 23 countries, including overnight stays
• Shorter segments of revised itinerary available

  Holland America Line has updated its 2026 Grand World Voyage, departing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on January 4, 2026, aboard the 1,432-passenger Volendam.   The new itinerary replaces a prior route through the Red Sea. Given the evolving situation in the region and in consultation with security experts, Holland America has made the decision to reroute the planned voyage.   The now 133-day voyage will take in ports in East and Southeast Asia, Central America, destinations in the US and a transit of the Panama Canal.   The changes will impact the last 54 days of the itinerary, which, due to a crossing of the International Dateline, will increase from 132 to 133 days. The amended cruise will now visit 51 ports in 23 countries across five continents, concluding as planned on May 17, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Prices start from £24,199pp.   Updates comprise:   * Following the originally planned overnight call in Singapore, Volendam will sail north to Vietnam, calling at Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City), Nha Trang and Halong Bay (Hanoi). * The ship will overnight in Hong Kong before continuing northeast to Kaohsiung and Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan. * Six ports of call in Japan, including overnights in Nagasaki and Tokyo, before completing a transpacific crossing. * A call at Kodiak, Sitka and Ketchikan, Alaska, before sailing south along the Pacific Coast of the US to Seattle, Washington and San Diego, California. * The voyage continues southeast to Manzanillo and Puerto Chiapas, Mexico; and Acajutla, El Salvador, before overnight stays in Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Panama, and a transit of the Panama Canal. * A new call at Cartagena, Colombia.   From November 13, 2024, guests will be able to book 21- to 55-day segments featuring the new portion of the itinerary. Highlighted segments include:   * 55-day Singapore to Fort Lauderdale, departing March 24, 2026 * 21-day Singapore to Tokyo, departing March 24, 2026 * 34-day Tokyo to Fort Lauderdale, departing April 14, 2026   Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer for Holland America Line, said: “We know immersive experiences in exciting destinations are always a main draw for those choosing a world cruise. The dozen ports we’ve added in Asia will bring that part of the world to life for our guests. From exploring the emerald waters of Halong Bay or snorkelling in Nha Trang, to overnight stays in Hong Kong, Nagasaki and Tokyo, the deep exploration of the region provides guests the opportunity to take in the culture and natural beauty of Asia as part of their world cruise.”   Until June 16, 2025, guests who book the Grand World Voyage receive up to $2,000pp USD in onboard spending money, a 3% pay-in-full discount, a free Wi-Fi Surf package and a £400pp flight discount, if booked through Holland America Line.   Guests already booked on the full Grand World Voyage or segments impacted by the changes will be contacted by their travel agent or Holland America Line with further details and options.

Holland America Line is expanding its Canada and New England season in 2026 with additional cruises, increased ports of call and more overnights. HAL has added a 28-day Legendary Voyage  ‘Canada, New England and Iceland’ from homeport Boston. From April through October, Zuiderdam and Volendam offer seven-day departures roundtrip from Boston, or between Boston and Montreal or Québec City, Canada. Volendam also sails 10- or 11-day itineraries that venture deeper into the Maritimes and include Newfoundland and New France. "Our Canada and New England cruises are filled with culturally rich destinations," said Beth Bodensteiner, HAL chief commercial officer. "We're also excited to offer guests the chance to add Iceland to their exploration of Canada and New England." For a limited time, when guests book 2026 Canada and New England cruises with the Have It All premium package, the standard package amenities of shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package and Surf Wi-Fi are included. 

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  Holland America Line is introducing its first-ever branded sparkling wine, available across its 11 ships from the end of October.   Guests will be able to purchase the Holland America Line Sparkling Wine by the glass and bottle in all restaurants and bars, and as in-stateroom gift packages. It will also feature at events such as the Captain’s Toast and the Mariner Reception, which is part of the Mariner Society for past guests.   The sparkling wine has been created in collaboration with Four Feathers Wine Services, based in Washington, US, using the ‘Methode Traditionnelle’ process, the same technique used for producing Champagne.   Drew Foulk, senior manager of beverage and dining operations and innovation at Holland America Line, said: “Our goal was to create a wine that elevates a sense of luxury onboard. Whether our guests are celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging during their voyage, we aim to provide them with something truly exceptional.”   Rebecca De Kleine, general manager and director of winemaking at Four Feathers Wine Services, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with Holland America Line to craft this exceptional sparkling wine. This wine showcases the best of our estate-grown fruit, grown in the celebrated Columbia Valley. The Four Feathers team has ensured each bottle is a perfect balance of tradition and innovation. Sustainability is at the core of everything we do, from vineyard practices to production, ensuring that our commitment to environmental stewardship enhances the quality and integrity of this wine.”

Holland America Line is bringing a taste of the Alaska cruising life to sunny San Diego, California. HAL will debut its all-day Alaska Cruise and Travel Show on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. The free-to-attend, cruise vacation expo runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and invites locals considering an Alaska cruise vacation to learn more. This is the first time that Holland America Line is bringing its free Alaska travel expo to San Diego. Its previous shows were held in Seattle, Vancouver, BC and Phoenix, Arizona. Attendees can taste local specialties, take part in gold panning and axe throwing, and enjoy live presentations and demonstrations. “Our Alaska departures are just a short flight away to Seattle or Vancouver," said Bill Fletcher, senior director of consumer programs for HAL. "We're excited to meet with potential Holland America Line cruisers and guests who have already booked their Alaska vacation." In addition to being registered for a chance to win one of six $500 Holland America Line gift cards, attendees will also be entered for a chance to win the grand prize of an Alaska cruise for two. Official sweepstakes rules can be found at AlaksaTravelShow.com. Attendees who book a Holland America Line Alaska cruise or Cruisetour at the show will receive a special offer of reduced deposits and an onboard credit. Shore excursion team members will be on-site to discuss tour options in Alaska. Attendees who have a Alaska cruise booked able to access their account online can book tours at the event. They will be able to customize their vacation by adding other onboard amenities on-site, including beverage packages, specialty dining and more. Activities at the Alaska Cruise and Travel Show include: Lumberjack Will "Buck Randy" Randall - a star in the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show in Ketchikan, Alaska, and oversees the lumberjacks as Jack Boss of the camp. He will demonstrate axe throwing for attendees. Just like the prospectors of the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898 (which put Seattle on the map), attendees can pan for real gold at the Gold Dredge 8 booth. Holland America Line's chefs will perform cooking demonstrations showcasing some of the authentic Alaskan dishes served on board. In 2025, six Holland America Line ships will cruise Alaska, either roundtrip from Seattle, roundtrip from Vancouver or between Whittier, Alaska, and Vancouver. Every Alaska cruise includes a visit to one or more of Alaska's glacier destinations. 

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Holland America Line has released for sale its Alaska cruise program for 2026. Running from April to September 2026, the program features voyages sailing roundtrip from Vancouver, Seattle, or between Vancouver and Whittier-Anchorage. Itineraries range from seven to 28 days and include an Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice sailing and a new 14-day Great Alaska Explorer voyage roundtrip from Seattle. Six ships will offer Alaska cruises: Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam. The line’s 2026 Cruisetours, which combine a cruise with an overland tour to Denali National Park and journey up to the Yukon, will be available to book shortly. For the first time in more than five years, Westerdam will cruise to Alaska from Vancouver and Noordam will sail roundtrip from Seattle. Highlights of the 2026 season include: A new 14-day Great Alaska Explorer cruise, roundtrip from Vancouver and Seattle. Noordam’s August cruise from Seattle and Westerdam’s September cruise roundtrip from Vancouver will visit Anchorage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Sitka and Valdez, along with Prince Rupert, British Columbia and Glacier Bay scenic cruising. The 28-day Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice cruise on Noordam returns for a third year, departing June 7, 2026 in time for the summer solstice. It sails roundtrip from Seattle to the Bering Sea and into the Arctic Circle, visiting 11 Alaska ports. Dan Rough, HAL’s VP of revenue management, said: “We continue to build an Alaska program that is deeply immersive.” The 2026 season features the ‘We Love Alaska’ program, which immerses guests in Alaskan culture via onboard programs featuring expert-led workshops and lectures. Every Alaska cruise also includes a scenic visit to the region’s glaciers. Holland America has been sailing to Alaska for more than 75 years. 

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Holland America Line's Alaska cruise tours is being disrupted by wildfires. HAL’s McKinley Chalet Resort has been experiencing outages from the Riley fire which has closed the Denali National Park entrance. The cruise line there could be some revisions to guests’ Alaska cruise tours over the coming days. “There is no threat to the safety of our guests, team members or the property itself, and we are working to keep guests as comfortable as possible,' the cruise line posted on X. “As local authorities work to restore power to the area, we are notifying guests who are currently on cruise-tours.” Guests will be informed of any changes. The National Park Service said the fire is still active near the park entrance. Nearby public facilities and park trails are closed. The transit bus service is also canceled until at least Wednesday. 

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Volendam and Zaandam to sail 132- and 93-day itineraries, respectively, exploring a combined 80 ports across the globe in roundtrip voyages from U.S. homeports

  Holland America Line has officially opened bookings for its 2026 Grand World Voyage aboard Volendam. The premium cruise line also unveiled and opened bookings for its 2026 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage on Zaandam. The two extended cruises sail roundtrip from the United States in January 2026 and will rendezvous in Sydney, Australia, during their journeys.   Volendam and Zaandam to explore a combined 80 ports across the globe in roundtrip voyages from U.S. homeports   The newly unveiled Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage offers guests an immersive journey Down Under while also exploring Hawaii, Fiji, French Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu across the South Pacific. With 10 extended port visits, guests have more time to explore the culture and nightlife in destinations like Papeete, Tahiti, and Raiatea, French Polynesia.   "Our Grand Voyages are renowned for connecting guests with the world's most fascinating places while sailing roundtrip from the United States," said Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer for Holland America Line. "Our team crafted this itinerary to show guests the parts of Australia and New Zealand they expect to visit, but also included frequently asked for, but rarely visited, ports throughout Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands."   With the Grand World Voyage sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and the Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage cruising roundtrip from San Diego, California, travelers can explore a variety of global destinations in ease without the need for international or long-haul air.   The Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage will visit 44 ports across 10 countries over the 93-day voyage. Guests sailing on this cruise will be privy to an intimate experience on one of Holland America Line's perfectly sized ships, offering access to smaller ports.   The 2026 Grand World Voyage, which was announced in February but is now available for booking, will sail to 48 ports across 25 countries on an east-to-west route — traveling as far south as Antarctica and as far north as Oslo, Norway. Guests will experience all seven continents during the journey.   On March 7, 2026, Volendam and Zaandam will be at Sydney together. Zaandam arrives March 6 for an overnight, and Volendam arrives March 7 for an overnight.   2026 Grand Australia and New Zealand Highlights — Zaandam  

• 93-day voyage. Departs Jan. 4, 2026, roundtrip from San Diego.
• The ship heads southwest and around the Hawaiian Islands with an overnight in Honolulu before continuing south, island hopping around Fiji and the South Pacific. Zaandam explores the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea before nearly circling the Australia and visiting New Zealand before heading northeast through Tonga and French Polynesia, returning to San Diego.
• 44 total ports in 10 countries across two continents.
• Two-day Great Barrier Reef scenic cruising experience in the Ribbon Reef Region and Far North Region.
• Six overnight calls: Honolulu, Hawaii; Fremantle (Perth), Sydney and Hobart, Australia; Auckland, New Zealand; and Papeete.
• Four late-night departures: Adelaide, Australia; and Moorea, Raiatea and Huahine, French Polynesia.

  2026 Grand World Voyage Highlights — Volendam  

• 132-day voyage. Departs Jan. 4, 2026, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.
• Volendam heads south along the east coast of South America, crossing the equator and sailing down to Antarctica for a four-day scenic cruising experience. The ship then makes its way up the west coast of South America and over to Easter Island before traversing the islands of the South Pacific en route to Australia. Volendam explores Singapore and the Maldives, then calls at Alexandria, Egypt, for an overnight stay before meandering through the Mediterranean and northern Europe, ending with an Atlantic Ocean crossing.
• 48 total ports in 25 countries across seven continents.
• Nine overnight calls: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Papeete; Sydney; Bali, Indonesia; Singapore; Malé, Maldives; Safaga (Luxor) and Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt; and Lisbon, Portugal.
• Five late-night departures: Moorea, French Polynesia; Colombo, Sri Lanka; Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy; Oslo, Norway; and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
• NEW: A rare Grand cruise through the Gironde Estuary to Bordeaux, France.

  Early Booking Bonus Benefits   Guests who book the full 132-day Grand World Voyage or 93-day Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage by June 16, 2025, receive onboard spending credits and amenities valued at up to $9,350 or $7,900 respectively, per person. Perks for all guests who book early feature a $500 air credit per person if booked through Flight Ease, complimentary roundtrip airport transfers, a $500 Grand Mariner Discount for past guests and a 3% pay-in-full discount.   Additional extras can include onboard credits up to $2,000 per guest, complimentary luggage delivery service to and from the airport, prepaid crew appreciation, a free shore excursion and laundry and dry-cleaning service when booking certain stateroom categories. Terms and conditions apply. Visit hollandamerica.com for full details.   A Grand Onboard Experience   On each Grand Voyage, Holland America Line ships provide gracious service, superior amenities and unexpected experiences. Guests can relax during leisurely days at sea, taking advantage of the extra time to participate in shipboard activities. Shipboard entertainment shines in the evening with local cultural performers and special guest headliners. Festive gala balls and dressy nights create memorable moments, along with a Captain's Grand Voyage Dinner. Dining is elevated to a new level on each Grand Voyage with menus that change daily and are seldom repeated, featuring local ingredients and regional cuisine.

Holland America Line has launched a new Glacier Guarantee - ensuring that guests will see at least one glacier on every Alaska cruise itinerary. Their new guarantee, offered on departures until September 2025, gifts a future cruise credit equal to 15% of their cruise fare if HAL cannot deliver on the promise. Holland America Line has been exploring Alaska for more than 75 years, longer than any other cruise line. Every Alaska departure includes a visit to the state's iconic glaciers, providing a rotating 360-degree view. As well as Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve it offers visits to College Fjord, Dawes Glacier, Hubbard Glacier and the Tracy Arm Fjord's Twin Sawyer Glaciers. Holland America Line has also introduced 'Glacier Day' on its Alaska cruises as part of its 'We Love Alaska' onboard experience. 'Glacier Day' includes sighting times, scenic commentary, presentations, viewing stations, and photo opportunities. Themed programming includes Dutch pea soup on deck, glacial ice cocktails and talks by Glacier Bay National Park service rangers. Kacy Cole, CMO at Holland America Line, said: "Our new Glacier Guarantee underlines our confidence in providing sightings on our Alaska cruises and Cruisetours. In 2024 and 2025, Alaska cruises and cruisetours are operated on HAL ships Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam. In addition to seven-day itineraries, guests can take longer 14-day voyages and a 28-Day Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice cruise. The Glacier guarantee is valid on all Alaska cruises and cruisetours - except select Yukon cruisetours - that feature a three-day cruise experience. 

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Holland America Line has launched a fleet-wide ‘Dutch Day’ experience to celebrate its 150+ year history.   The cruise line will offer a Dutch themed dinner once per cruise in the main dining room, with many of the dishes also offered in the casual Lido Market. The menu features classic and contemporary dishes including Dutch Pea Soup, Hodge Podge Klapstuk and a Bosche Bol, a chocolate covered cream puff. Holland America Line has also partnered with Daelmans Stroopwafels, a family-owned bakery founded in the Netherlands in 1904, to offer Stroopwafel Cheesecake and a Stroopwafel Napoleon. Select bars will serve a Stroopwafel Liqueur on ships sailing in Europe. Additionally, in place of the traditional stateroom turn-down chocolate, guests will find a Daelmans Stroopwafel on their pillow. On all 11 ships, the Crow’s Nest Café will offer daily fresh poffertjes - a traditional Dutch treat resembling small, fluffy pancakes - for an additional charge. Michael Stendebach, vice president of food, beverage and rooms, said: “Holland America Line remains deeply connected to our roots in the Netherlands and ‘Dutch Day’ is the perfect way to honor our history.” Holland America Line’s Orange Party will now be held on ‘Dutch Day’. The party takes place once per cruise and pays homage to the line’s heritage with live music, cocktails and other themed activities. 

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Holland America Line is bolstering its cruise ship entertainment offering with the introduction of four new mainstage shows in 2024. The line has also unveiled several new productions, tailored to the regions where guests are sailing. The new shows, which first appeared on Eurodam in February this year, comprise: Song & Dance - A concert of musical numbers from Broadway, Hollywood and more. Class Act - Las Vegas goes to sea celebrating iconic female performers of the concert and nightclub stage. All That – A fresh take on classic TV variety shows of the 1960s, 70s and 80s. Headliners share the spotlight, combining singing, dancing and comedy. Hey, Mr. DJ - Iconic radio DJs introduce songs from the 1960s through to today in a concert of pop hits. These shows will be available on Rotterdam, Zuiderdam and Nieuw Statendam by the end of June, with more ships to follow. Meanwhile, the new region-specific productions will allow guests to experience a different lineup, based on their itinerary. They comprise: Caribbean cruises on Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Eurodam will feature the orchestral steel drum concerts of Island Magic, playing traditional island sounds and new versions of classical and pop songs. Canada and New England cruises on Volendam and Zuiderdam will showcase Breton Thunder, an authentic Nova Scotia music experience highlighting the area's European roots. Europe on Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam and Zuiderdam will feature classical string music with the Chordial Chamber Trio and Pantheon, a group of European tenors. Alaska cruises will now include a new program called Destination: Alaska, which will highlight shore excursions that guests can book. Alaska itineraries will also feature the Step One Dance Company, which blends choreography with video projection, and the group Major Fourth, delivering harmonies that cover all genres and decades. Holland America Line also added the Rolling Stone Lounge to Eurodam and Nieuw Amsterdam in December 2023 and is enhancing its Billboard Onboard music experience with an updated piano bar concept. Bill Prince, VP of entertainment and enrichment at HAL, said: "Over several years we've built one of the strongest entertainment experiences at sea. Adding these new theater experiences continues to build on our momentum." 

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Holland America Line has become the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications. The organizations serve as the most credible standards for certified seafood. The certifications cement the cruise line’s commitment to high-quality seafood sourced sustainably. "Our guests care about the quality and sustainability of the fresh fish we serve, and so do we," said Gus Antorcha, HAL president. The Marine Stewardship Council's focus is on sustainable wild-caught seafood, while Aquaculture Stewardship Council works with responsibly farmed seafood. Both organizations seek to minimize environmental impacts. All 11 ships in the fleet are certified to serve Marine Stewardship Council and Aquaculture Stewardship Council labeled seafood. The full rollout is starting across five Holland America Line ships in May 2024 at the beginning of Europe and Canada/New England season. They include Volendam in the Canada/New England region, and Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Zuiderdam and Oosterdam in Europe. Holland America Line's six ships in Alaska serve 100% sustainable seafood under its Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) certification. Examples of seafood that fall under the certification umbrella on include Asian Barramundi, Tasmania Atlantic Salmon, Canadian and New England Haddock, and Hawaiian Swordfish. 

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