Last week, Holland America Line celebrated the keel laying for the first ship of its new Pinnacle Class. The ceremony, held at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard, was marked by the lowering of a 680 ton block into the yard’s building dry dock. This milestone is a major event during the development of a cruise ship, marking […]
Earlier this evening, Holland America Line’s ms Westerdam returned to the Port of Seattle following a small fire in the ship’s boiler room. The ms Westerdam was only a few hours into it’s sailing before the small fire was detected on the lower decks of the ship. Following procedure, fire teams aboard the ship acted quickly in extinguishing the fire located in the boiler room. As fire teams […]
For fans of the hit television series, Game of Thrones, Holland America Line is offering a unique look into the world of Game of Thrones. The new “behind the scenes” excursion in Belfast, Ireland will offer guests a behind-the-scenes look at many of the locations where the television show is filmed. Two of the main highlights on […]
Following a drydock this December, Holland America Line’s ms Volendam will offer guests 21 redesigned staterooms, a contemporary bar, and newly appointed bathroom in all suites and other select staterooms. The 21 redesigned staterooms, which were previously oceanview staterooms, will be converted into the line’s exclusive Lanai Staterooms, offering guests direct access to the ship’s wrap […]
Earlier this past weekend, Ketut Pujayasa, a 28 year old Holland America Line crew member, was arrested in Fort Lauderdale after confessing to assaulting and attempting to murder a passenger in her stateroom aboard the Nieuw Amsterdam. According to a report filed by the local FBI field office, Pujayasa attempted to murder the unidentified 28 year […]
Dancing with the Stars At Sea’s first season came to a close aboard the Nieuw Amsterdam earlier this January. 15 contestants, the highest scoring finalists from each ship in the Holland America Line fleet, gave it their all on the stage of the Showroom At Sea. As the January 12th sailing sailed on, the final […]
Yesterday, Holland America Line and Fincantieri cut steel on the line’s newest vessel, code named Pinnacle Class. The steel cutting ceremony took place at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard, located just outside of the historic Italian city of Venice. Present at the steel cutting ceremony was Holland America Line’s CEO, Stein Kruse, and Antonio Quintano, the Marghera yard […]
For cruisers who are avid fans of Dancing with the Stars or have a secret crush on Joey Fatone, Sabrina Bryan, or Derek Hough, a Dancing with the Stars At Sea theme cruise aboard Holland America Line may be the perfect sailing for you. Dancing with the Stars The main attraction of the Dancing with […]
This Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks and the Denver Broncos will face off in New Jersey in Super Bowl XLVIII. While many Americans prepare for this yearly ritual, some cruise lines have already begun tailgating for their home town team. Some of the most popular cruise lines, Holland America Line, Seabourn, and Windstar Cruises, are based […]
Thanks to a partnership with world famous Le Cirque of New York City, Holland America Line offers one of the most unique dining experiences at sea. Taking place one night during each sailing, Holland America Line’s award winning Pinnacle Grill transforms into “An Evening At Le Cirque.” On many ships, the actual appearance of the […]
Holland America Line has announced the 15 guests who will be competing in the Dancing with the Stars At Sea Champions Cruise aboard Nieuw Amsterdam on January 12th. Each of the 15 guests will represent one of Holland America Line’s ships in the competition. The 15 selected finalists scored the highest in the competitions from […]
Holland America Line’s corporate culture encourages crew members and employees to give of themselves throughout the year. During this past Christmas season, Holland America Line’s own employees made extra efforts to honor this integral part of their corporate culture. Earlier this month, 400 Holland America Line and Seabourn employees teamed up with CEO Stein Kruse, Director […]