Cruise news (holland america-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Montreal's 2024 cruise season sets sail with HAL's ms Volendam
The Port of Montreal (Quebec Canada) announced the commencement of the 2024 cruise season with the inaugural arrival of HAL-Holland America's ms...
May 7, 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 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises implements No-Smoking Zones in ship casinos fleetwide
MSC Cruises has implemented no-smoking policies in the casino areas of its ships MSC Virtuosa and MSC Euribia. The decision to ban smoking onboard...
March 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America opens bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises
HAL-Holland America Line, renowned for its premium and destination-focused voyages, has commenced bookings for its 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii...
March 5, 2024