Resumption means 2023 Asia cruises will sail
as planned from February through April
SEATTLE, Nov. 30,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time in
two-and-a-half-years, cruising will return to Japan, and Holland America Line's Westerdam is
preparing for a series of itineraries in early 2023 that will let
guests explore lands where ancient temples and cultures steeped in
tradition mix with soaring skyscrapers and bustling capitals.
"We'll be sailing to some incredible
locations as our season in Japan
and the rest of Asia
begins."
The government of Japan
reported on November 15 it is ready
to start receiving international cruise ships again to allow
tourists to enjoy the wonders of cruising to the country's many
ports.
"We're grateful for the work that the Japanese authorities have
done to allow for a return to cruising," said Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line.
"Holland America Line's guests love longer voyages to unique parts
of the world, and we'll be sailing to some incredible locations as
our season in Japan and the rest
of Asia begins."
Westerdam, currently sailing in Australia and New Zealand, starts the
Asia season following a January
drydock in Singapore. Beginning
February 3, the ship sails a series
of Far East voyages showcasing the diversity of countries visited
while celebrating histories that have been thousands of years in
the making.
Sailing roundtrip from Yokohama,
Japan, or Singapore, or
between Yokohama and Singapore, cruises are 11 to 14 days and
can be combined to form nonrepeating Collectors' Voyages. Countries
explored include Japan,
Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia. Five different itineraries are
offered including "Indonesian Discovery," "Japan, Taiwan
& The Philippines," "Japan
Explorer," "Japan Discovery" and "Southern Japan." Overnight calls include
Singapore; Kobe and Osaka,
Japan; and Phuket,
Thailand. The season concludes April
24 with a 14-day "North Pacific Crossing" from Yokohama to Seattle,
Washington where Westerdam will homeport for its
Alaska season.
As protocols for cruising in Asia are finalized, each departure will be
added to Holland America Line's Voyage Lookup tool, which allows
guests to see any specific health protocols for their cruise.
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travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit
hollandamerica.com.
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About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival
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Holland
America Line has been exploring the
world for 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries,
extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations.
Offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience, its fleet visits
nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared
the thrill of Alaska for 75 years
— longer than any other cruise line. Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse
range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination
immersion and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills
each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive
selections from a Culinary Council of world-famous
chefs.
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