• Community Investment: Holland America Line donated over $100,000 to local Alaska nonprofits for conservation, culture, and essential services.
• Guest Fundraising Success: Guests raised over $95,000 for Alaska Geographic to protect the state’s parks and public lands.
• Cruise Season Highlights: The 2025 season included 117 voyages and featured regional dining, such as 125,000 pounds of sustainable Alaska seafood.
• 2026 Season Expansion: The upcoming season will feature six ships, a new 14-day itinerary, and a $70 million enhancement to the Denali Lodge.

Holland America Line successfully concluded its 2025 Alaska cruise season, showcasing the region’s stunning natural beauty across 117 voyages. Beyond offering guests unforgettable views of glaciers and wildlife, the season was marked by a significant and positive impact on local communities and conservation efforts. The cruise line generously donated over $100,000 directly to nonprofit organizations dedicated to preserving Alaska’s natural landscapes, promoting cultural enrichment, and providing vital community services.

The generosity extended to various local heroes, with donations benefiting groups like Trail Mix in Juneau for trail maintenance, the Sitka Fine Arts Camp for youth education, the Ketchikan Volunteer Rescue Squad for emergency services, and the Paws and Claws Animal Shelter in Skagway. This commitment to the places that define Alaska demonstrates a genuine partnership with the communities that make these journeys possible. Guests also enthusiastically participated, raising over $95,000 through the “On Deck for a Cause” 5K walks. These funds benefit Alaska Geographic, which supports the state’s parks and conservation lands, securing the future of Alaska’s unique environment for generations to come.

Looking ahead to the 2026 season, Holland America Line is enhancing its offerings with a focus on more flexibility, glacier viewing, and wildlife opportunities across six ships. Travelers can anticipate new itineraries, like the 14-day Great Alaska Explorer, and an enhanced land experience with Cruisetours to Denali National Park, featuring a $70 million transformation of the Denali Lodge. The successful 2025 season truly underscored the powerful combination of majestic travel and meaningful community support, ensuring a bright future for both visitors and the Alaskan people.