SEATTLE, April 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland
America Line is commemorating its 147th anniversary Saturday, April 18, 2020, by honoring its rich
legacy, taking care of each other in the present and looking
forward to its next chapter. With travel paused globally, the
premium cruise line is reflecting on the resilience that has been
exhibited throughout the company's history, enduring challenging
times many times before and emerging even stronger thanks to loyal
guests, dedicated crew and employees, and the support of travel
advisors.
Founded April 18, 1873, as the
Netherlands-American Steamship Company, the brand has welcomed more
than 150 ships throughout the years. A third Pinnacle-class ship,
Ryndam, is under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in
Italy and scheduled for delivery
in late spring 2021. While the cruise line has paused its global
operations through June 30, only one
other time in company history did operations cease. During World
War II, all passenger voyages stopped, and ships were called to
serve in the Allied war effort.
"It's important during these challenging times to still
celebrate important milestones, and our 147th anniversary reminds
us that Holland America Line has one of the deepest histories and
richest legacies in the cruise industry," said Orlando Ashford, president of Holland America
Line. "We stand on a solid foundation built by those that came
before us over nearly a century and a half, and just as they
weathered uncertain times, we will as well. Holland America Line will be back taking guests around
the world as soon as we can, and we can't wait to welcome everyone
back on board."
Since 1873, Holland America Line has traveled to all seven
continents, offered decades of world cruises and explored
Alaska for more than 70 years.
Each time a new ship joins the fleet it's a celebration of this
legacy and marks the next chapter in the company's history. Learn
more about the company's history at
https://youtu.be/BCdm7usWixI.
To help our loyal guests look forward their next cruise, new
short-term Book with Confidence cancellation policies are available
for cruise bookings with departure dates through Oct. 15, 2020, and a generous Cancellation
Protection Plan (CPP) is always available for purchase right up
until the cancellation policy for a booking is in effect. CPP
permits cancelling for any reason and provides cash refunds.
Additional offers that feature perks and savings will have cruisers
dreaming of travel in 2021 and beyond.
A special 147th Anniversary Edition Gift Card is
available for a limited time at hollandamerica.com. When purchased
by May 31, 2020, a bonus $100 will be added with purchase of a
$500 gift card or a $200 bonus with the purchase of a gift card for
$1,000 or more.
To see the commemorative tributes to Holland America Line's
147th Anniversary, visit all of Holland America Line's social media
channels: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and the Holland America
Blog.
About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival
Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and
CUK)]
Holland America Line
has been exploring all corners of the globe 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,
territories or dependencies around the world. A third
Pinnacle-class ship, Ryndam, is under construction at the
Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.
The company's brand evolution in recent years secured its
position as the leader in premium cruising. Fleetwide, the 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 venues
including Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King's Blues Club, Rolling
Stone Rock Room and Billboard Onboard. The dining experience can be
savored at a variety of restaurants with menus that feature
selections from Holland America Line's esteemed Culinary Council,
comprising world-famous chefs who design dishes exclusively for
guests.
CONTACT:
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Sally
Andrews
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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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