October 2022 and
April 2023 crossings will be filled
with memorable moments that honor the brand's history
SEATTLE, July 14,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On April
18, 2023, Holland America
Line is celebrating its 150th Anniversary — making it
one of the longest-operating travel companies in the world. To
commemorate the milestone, the cruise line is planning special
events and activities, including two commemorative transatlantic
crossings. Today, the April 4, 2023,
crossing opens for booking, while the Oct.
15, 2022, departure has limited space remaining.
"Holland America Line has touched the lives
of millions of people throughout the years..."
During the October and April 150th Anniversary Transatlantic
crossings, Holland America Line is planning memorable experiences
that will weave the company's history into the menus, activities,
entertainment, special guest speakers and more.
"A milestone like a 150th Anniversary doesn't come around often
for most companies, and our celebrations will bring to life our
century-and-a-half of amazing history," said Gus Antorcha, Holland America Line's president.
"Holland America Line has touched the lives of millions of people
throughout the years — whether by bringing them to a new life in
America or providing a once-in-a-lifetime vacation. We have some
really special experiences planned over the next several months to
honor our heritage."
150th Anniversary Commemorative
Celebrations:
- Oct. 15 crossing, 15
nights: Rotterdam VII will depart Rotterdam, the Netherlands, exactly 150 years
to the date of the departure of Rotterdam I's maiden voyage, which
took place before the company was incorporated. The crossing will
recreate Holland America Line's first sailing, leaving from
Rotterdam and visiting
Plymouth, England, and
Le Havre (Paris), France, before crossing the Atlantic Ocean to
New York City for a rare overnight
call; then it sails on to Fort
Lauderdale, Florida.
- April 4 crossing, 16
nights: Departing Fort Lauderdale, Rotterdam heads to New York City for an overnight call; it will
then spend eight leisurely days at sea crossing the Atlantic Ocean,
calling at Plymouth and
Dover (London), England, before arriving April 18 — Holland America Line's 150th
anniversary — at Rotterdam for an
overnight full of festivities.
During the crossings, guests will be treated to a host of
experiences, including commemorative historic menus and cocktails
offering a taste of the brand's history, live music with special
performances by guest artists, presentations reliving the history
and roots of Holland America Line, and an Olympic-style event with
classic cruise sporting activities and games.
- New York City Anniversary Event: Holland America Line
will kick off its 150th anniversary year with a special ceremony
aboard Rotterdam when the ship
overnights at New York City
Oct. 26, 2022, including a memorable
stage performance to mark the historic night.
- Rotterdam Welcome: When Rotterdam arrives at
Rotterdam in the Netherlands April
18, 2023, the ship will receive a grand welcome on its 150th
birthday in the city of the company's founding. During the
overnight call, guests and city of Rotterdam will help mark this historic
milestone at an evening event on board.
- Additional Special Anniversary Themed Cruises: The
anniversary year will include specially marketed cruises that help
relive Holland America Line's history of exploration through unique
ports visited. The cruise dates will be announced in the coming
months and will include special programming for each voyage.
- Retail Merchandise: Limited-edition, specially designed
150th Anniversary retail items will be available in the shipboard
shops.
Additional celebratory details will be revealed in the near
future.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a
travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (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 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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