A 69-year-old German male guest on Holland America Line’s Westerdam sustained a serious injury following a fall on a staircase during a 27-night Far East cruise. The incident occurred in the early hours of December 11, 2025, approximately 32 nautical Read More …
Holland America Line has unveiled its 2027–2028 Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific season, promising deep immersion on voyages ranging from 14 to 35 days. The season, running from September 2027 through March 2028, will feature three HAL ships, including Read More …
Holland America Line (HAL) has announced the creation of a new, exclusive tulip variety as a vibrant tribute to its Dutch heritage and long-standing maritime legacy, which originated in Rotterdam in 1873. The custom-cultivated flower is intended to be a Read More …
Carnival Corporation, through its Holland America Line brand, is actively expanding its offerings with highly curated specialty cruises, notably the newly announced 2027–2028 South America and Antarctica season. These immersive itineraries, which include destinations like Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Read More …
Exciting news for US tourists as Royal Caribbean, alongside a stellar group of cruise lines including Carnival, Disney, MSC, Cunard, Holland America, and Celebrity, is dramatically increasing its offerings for Caribbean voyages in 2026 and 2027. This expansion introduces a Read More …
Holland America Line is introducing a truly innovative and delightful experience with its new Blend Bar, marking a first in the cruising industry by offering a lipstick blending bar at sea. This unique feature allows guests to design and create Read More …
Swan Hellenic stood out from other commercial cruises by making a point never to repeat the same itineraries twice. They also visited unusual destinations, giving guests the chance to explore places most travellers had never even heard of. Over time, Read More …
Holland America Line is observing National Stroopwafel Day on September 30 by serving two exclusive stroopwafel-themed cocktails. These drinks, the Stroopwafel Espresso Martini and Golden Dutch Martini, are crafted to highlight the caramel flavors of the traditional Dutch cookie. They Read More …
Holland America Line is enhancing its iconic Grand Voyages in 2026 with the addition of members of its Culinary Ambassador program to select segments. Global Fresh Fish Ambassador Chef Masaharu Morimoto, acclaimed Seattle Restaurateur Chef Ethan Stowell and Master Tea Blender and Founder and CEO of Art Read More …