SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2021 /CNW/ -- Beyond the balmy
breezes and crystalline waters of the Caribbean, the vibrant cultures of the islands
await to be discovered on a Holland America Line cruise during the
2021-2022 season. Ranging from seven to 21 days, guests will have
their pick of six of the line's premium, mid-sized ships —
including Rotterdam in its
debut season in the Caribbean
— all conveniently sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Holland America Line's vast
offerings between October 2021 and
April 2022 feature three- to 14-day
itineraries to the eastern, western and southern regions of the
Caribbean, including sailings that
spend a day discovering the Panama Canal. In addition to
Rotterdam, guests can
choose a Caribbean cruise on
Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam,
Volendam and one holiday sailing on Zaandam.
Half Moon Cay: Best Private
Island & Highest Rated Caribbean Port
All of the
itineraries include a call at Half Moon Cay, affording guests more
opportunities to experience Holland America Line's award-winning
private Bahamian island. Both Porthole Cruise Magazine and Travel
Weekly readers have named Half Moon Cay the industry's Best Private
Island, and it is Holland America Line's highest-rated
Caribbean port call by its guests.
This quintessential and quaint sanctuary has evolved into a
playground for cruise guests and features the finest beaches in the
Caribbean; a natural 700-acre
lagoon; two-story villas and private cabanas; delicious
dining venues like Lobster Shack; a children's
waterpark; and a variety of fun-filled shore excursions for
nature lovers, adventurous travelers and explorers.
Maiden Season in the Caribbean for Rotterdam
Holland America Line's newest ship kicks off the
Caribbean season with three- and
four-day samplers. The four-day departs Nov.
3 and calls at Half Moon Cay and Key West Florida, and the three-day departs
Nov. 7 and calls at Half Moon Cay.
With the most varied options of the season, Rotterdam will then sail a series of
cruises that include tropical, western, eastern and southern
itineraries ranging from six to 11 days.
Holland America Line's ships
explore the treasures of the Caribbean on a variety of routes:
Bahamas Sampler:
Ports: Half Moon Cay and Nassau,
Bahamas
Length: Three, four or five days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Rotterdam
Eastern Caribbean:
Ports: Grand Turk, Turks
and Caicos; San Juan, Puerto Rico;
St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.; Half Moon
Cay
Length: Seven days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam,
Rotterdam
Western Caribbean:
Ports: Combination of
Belize City, Belize; Falmouth and Ocho
Rios, Jamaica; Georgetown, Grand
Cayman; Cozumel, Mexico;
Half Moon Cay, Nassau
Length: Seven or eight days
Ships: Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam
Southern Caribbean:
Ports: Combination
of Amber Cove, Dominican
Republic; Bridgetown,
Barbados; Oranjestad,
Aruba; Kralendijk, Bonaire;
Willemstad, Curaçao; Philipsburg, Sint
Maarten; Fort-de-France,
Martinique; Castries, Saint Lucia; Basseterre, St.
Kitts; Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe; Saint
Georges, Grenada;
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad; Half Moon
Cay, San Juan, St. Thomas
Length: Seven, nine, 10, 11 or 14 days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam,
Rotterdam, Volendam,
Zaandam
Tropical Caribbean:
Ports: Amber Cove, Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay,
Length: Six or seven days
Ships: Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Nieuw Statendam,
Rotterdam
Partial Panama Canal:
Ports: Cartagena, Colombia; Colon, Panama; Puerto
Limon, Costa Rica;
Aruba, Curaçao, Half Moon Cay,
Panama Canal partial transit (Gatun Lake/scenic cruising)
Length: 10 or 11 days
Ship: Eurodam
Combine Back-to-Back Cruises for Longer Collectors'
Voyages
Many of the cruises can be extended into Collectors'
Voyages to create the ultimate Caribbean exploration with more economical
fares than if booking the cruises individually. Ranging from 13 to
21 days, these longer journeys combine nonrepeating, back-to-back
itineraries, allowing guests to span more than one Caribbean region and enjoy the ultimate
island-hopping journey.
Celebrate the Season with a Festive Holiday
Cruise
Travelers who like to get away for the winter
holidays have nine holiday sailings to choose from that range from
seven to 14 days; Holiday Collectors' Voyage extend up to 21
days.
During holiday cruises, guests can take part in a Christmas
tree-lighting ceremony, enjoy caroling and sing-alongs, participate
in Hanukkah celebrations, indulge in traditional holiday meals with
all the trimmings and a special Royal Dutch
High Tea with fanciful holiday cookies and pastries. Kids
will delight in a visit from Santa Claus and holiday-themed crafts.
The New Year's Eve sailings are the ideal setting to ring in a new
year, featuring a festive holiday ball with a Champagne toast.
Delve Deeper Into Caribbean Life
Throughout each
cruise, EXC programming brings the Caribbean's local traditions, culinary tastes
and cultural experiences to life. Guests who want to learn more
about the region can attend an EXC Talk on topics ranging from "The
Caribbean Spirit: The Story of Rum" to "The Deep Blue: Life Below
the Water's Edge." Foodies can head to a Port to Table cooking
demonstration, cooking class or themed mixology class featuring
local fare, or participate in an exclusive culinary-themed shore
excursion in partnership with FOOD & WINE magazine showcasing
the region's food scene from a local perspective.
Take Advantage of View and Verandah Offer
Book by Feb. 28, 2021, and take
advantage of the 'View & Verandah' offer that includes
stateroom upgrades, free beverages, one-night specialty dining, 10%
off shore excursions and more. Savings with the "View and Verandah"
Big Event is valued at up to $3,800
per stateroom, depending on length of cruise and category booked.
Caribbean cruise pricing starts at
$699 per person, double occupancy,
for a seven-day sailing. Taxes, fees and port expenses are
additional.
For more information, contact a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL
HAL (1-877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
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 more than 70 years ago. Its fleet of
premium ships visits more than 470 ports in 98 countries around the
world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third
Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, is under construction and will
join 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, comprising world-famous
chefs.
In light of COVID-19, Holland America Line is currently
assessing enhanced health and safety protocols and how they may
impact future cruises. Actual offerings may vary from what is
displayed. Stay updated on current Travel Advisories and
Health & Safety protocols.
CONTACT:
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PHONE:
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800-637-5029,
206-626-9890
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EMAIL:
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