Premium brand is getting ready to sail into
its 150th year and prepares celebrations for Rotterdam, along with four more ships
returning to service
SEATTLE, April 18,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is commemorating its 149th
anniversary today as it moves closer to its 150th milestone next
year. To mark the occasion, the day will be celebrated on board
with grand desserts, special champagne toasts and festivities for
guests and team members.
Holland America Line operates 11 ships that visit nearly
400 ports across all seven continents.
In addition to the 149th anniversary, the cruise line will
continue the celebrations through early June with the restart of
Noordam (April 24), Oosterdam
(May 8), Zaandam (May 12) and Westerdam (June 12) — bringing the entire fleet of 11 ships
back in service — as well as the official naming ceremony for
Rotterdam, which will be held
May 30 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. In 2022, Holland
America Line also celebrates 75 years of Alaska exploration.
"As Holland America Line moves closer to the 150th anniversary
of our founding, these past couple of years have shown us the
importance of celebrating our milestones," said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line.
"This April is an important month with Holland America Line leading
the return to Canadian cruising, the restart of Noordam and our
anniversaries of our founding and travel to Alaska. We are grateful to be moving along a
positive path, not only as a brand, but as an industry."
Sailing Toward Holland America
Line's 150th Anniversary
As one of the longest-serving and most experienced cruise lines
in the world, Holland America Line has become known for its
award-winning ships and service. Though transportation and shipping
were the mainstays of its business in the 19th century, the company
began to offer cruise vacations in 1895. Today, Holland America
Line operates 11 ships that visit nearly 400 ports across all seven
continents.
Rotterdam's Official Naming in
Rotterdam
Holland America Line's newest ship, Rotterdam, was delivered in July 2021, but the official naming ceremony will
be held May 30. Her Royal Highness
Princess Margriet of the
Netherlands will be the ship's godmother, carrying on a
tradition that began in the 1920s.
Rotterdam will depart
Amsterdam, the Netherlands,
May 29 on a seven-day "Rotterdam
Naming Celebration" cruise that explores the gorgeous landscapes of
Norway. When the ship arrives at
Rotterdam May 30, a private ceremony will be held for
invited guests that will be broadcast throughout the ship. During
the voyage, guests will enjoy special events exclusive to the
naming sailing, including a celebratory Gala Dinner and an
opportunity to participate in the blessing of the ship's bell,
along with surprises and commemorative gifts.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a
travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit
hollandamerica.com.
Editors note: Photos are available at
https://www.cruiseimagelibrary.com/c/f5zi4ogm.
Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook and the
Holland America Blog. Access all social media outlets via the
home page at hollandamerica.com.
About Holland America Line [a
division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and
CUK)]
Holland America Line has been
exploring the world since 1873 and was the first cruise line to
offer adventures to Alaska and the
Yukon nearly 75 years ago. Its
fleet of premium ships visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries
around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A
third Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, joined the fleet in
July 2021.
The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line's ships
feature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching
experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized
travel. The best live music at sea fills each evening at Music
Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive selections from Holland
America Line's esteemed Culinary Council of world-famous chefs.
CONTACT:
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Bill Zucker, Erik
Elvejord
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PHONE:
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800-637-5029,
206-626-9890
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EMAIL:
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pr@hollandamerica.com
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