Cruise news (holland america-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line’s Grand World Voyage 2026 (ship MS Volendam) opens for bookings
HAL-Holland America Line has announced the opening of bookings for its 2026 Grand World Voyage. This ambitious 132-day cruise will take passengers on...
May 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Corporation's fleet achieves 100% Starlink satellite connectivity
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest cruise company, has announced that its entire fleet is now equipped with Starlink's high-speed...
May 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America's ship MS Rotterdam tests biofuel for reduced emissions
HAL-Holland America Line has initiated a long-term biofuel trial on its flagship, ms Rotterdam, employing 100% low carbon intensity biofuel while...
May 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line introduces Glacier Guarantee for Alaskan cruises
HAL-Holland America Line has introduced a "Glacier Guarantee" to ensure guests have the opportunity to view one or more glaciers during their Alaska...
May 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America's ms Rotterdam sets sail with 100% biofuel for Norwegian Fjord cruises
HAL-Holland America Line's flagship MS Rotterdam has embarked on a significant long-term trial utilizing 100% low carbon intensity biofuel during the...
May 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America extends Nieuw Statendam ship's homeporting in Dover UK to 2026
HAL-Holland America Line has announced that its ship Nieuw Statendam will be homeported in Dover UK for a second consecutive year in 2026. This...
April 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America elevates Alaska cruising experience with 'Glacier Day' and enhanced programming
As part of its "We Love Alaska" onboard experience, HAL-Holland America Line is unveiling "Glacier Day" on its Alaska cruises, offering new...
April 19, 2024 - Accidents
Search underway for missing crew overboard from Holland America's cruise ship MS Rotterdam
A maritime search operation has been initiated following reports of a crew member going overboard from HAL-Holland America Line's ship ms...
April 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line achieves dual MSC&ASC certifications for Sustainable Seafood Sourcing
HAL-Holland America Line has made maritime history by becoming the inaugural global cruise line to attain both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and...
April 11, 2024 - Accidents
HAL-Holland America changes World Cruise 2025 itinerary (ship Zuiderdam)
HAL-Holland America Line has announced a revised itinerary for its 2025 Grand World Voyage aboard ms Zuiderdam, aiming to enhance safety and provide...
April 5, 2024 - Accidents
Engine room fire claims lives of 2 crew on HAL's cruise ship Nieuw Amsterdam
An incident aboard a HAL-Holland America cruise ship resulted in the loss of two crew members' lives. A joint statement from HAL and the Royal...
March 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America unveils 2025-2026 Mexico and Pacific Coast seasons
HAL-Holland America Line has launched its Mexico and Pacific Coast seasons for 2025-2026, offering extended visits to distinctive ports such as...
March 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America unveils Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises for 2025-2026 season
HAL-Holland America Line has commenced bookings for its 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii voyages, offering departures from 5 USA homeports across a...
March 16, 2024 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreak affects ~100 cruisers on Holland America's ship ms Koningsdam
A norovirus outbreak affected ~100 tourists on a HAL-Holland America Line ship. Out of the 2,522 guests onboard ms Koningsdam, 98 passengers and 12...
March 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Corporation unveils solar park at Amber Cove Cruise Terminal (Dominicana)
Highlighting its dedication to sustainability, Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest cruise company, has introduced a new solar park at...
March 11, 2024