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Holland America Line has announced a six-week extension of its 2026 Europe season, adding four new cruises aboard Nieuw Statendam. The expansion includes a 14-Day Arctic Journey and Northern Lights cruise departing November 7, coinciding with predicted peak aurora activity in 2026.

The newly added itineraries include roundtrip and one-way sailings from Rotterdam, featuring:

  • 14-Day Arctic Journey with Northern Lights cruise, visiting Norwegian destinations including Tromsø and Alta
  • 14-Day Mediterranean and Atlantic Treasures cruise with overnight in Lisbon
  • 7-Day Norway with Nordfjord cruise
  • 15-Day Cultural Crossing with England and Normandy

The company is offering a 'Have It All' early booking bonus including shore excursions, specialty dining, beverage package, Wi-Fi, and free prepaid crew appreciation. Mariner Society members can receive up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom when booking by July 9, 2025.

Holland America Line ha annunciato un'estensione di sei settimane della sua stagione europea 2026, aggiungendo quattro nuove crociere a bordo della Nieuw Statendam. L'espansione include un viaggio artico di 14 giorni e una crociera delle luci del nord in partenza il 7 novembre, in coincidenza con il previsto picco di attività dell'aurora nel 2026.

Gli itinerari appena aggiunti includono crociere di andata e ritorno e di sola andata da Rotterdam, comprendenti:

  • Viaggio artico di 14 giorni con crociera delle luci del nord, visitando destinazioni norvegesi tra cui Tromsø e Alta
  • Crociera di 14 giorni tra i tesori del Mediterraneo e dell'Atlantico con pernottamento a Lisbona
  • Crociera di 7 giorni in Norvegia con Nordfjord
  • Crociera culturale di 15 giorni con Inghilterra e Normandia

L'azienda offre un bonus per prenotazioni anticipate 'Have It All' che include escursioni a terra, ristorazione specializzata, pacchetto bevande, Wi-Fi e una gratifica per l'equipaggio prepagata gratuita. I membri della Mariner Society possono ricevere fino a $400 di credito a bordo per cabina prenotando entro il 9 luglio 2025.

Holland America Line ha anunciado una extensión de seis semanas de su temporada europea 2026, añadiendo cuatro nuevos cruceros a bordo del Nieuw Statendam. La expansión incluye un viaje ártico de 14 días y un crucero de luces del norte que partirá el 7 de noviembre, coincidiendo con el pico previsto de actividad de auroras en 2026.

Los nuevos itinerarios incluyen cruceros de ida y vuelta y de solo ida desde Róterdam, que presentan:

  • Viaje ártico de 14 días con crucero de luces del norte, visitando destinos noruegos como Tromsø y Alta
  • Cruceo de 14 días por los tesoros del Mediterráneo y el Atlántico con pernoctación en Lisboa
  • Cruceo de 7 días por Noruega con Nordfjord
  • Cruceo cultural de 15 días con Inglaterra y Normandía

La compañía ofrece un bono por reserva anticipada 'Have It All' que incluye excursiones en tierra, cenas especializadas, paquete de bebidas, Wi-Fi y una gratificación prepagada para la tripulación. Los miembros de la Mariner Society pueden recibir hasta $400 de crédito a bordo por cabina al reservar antes del 9 de julio de 2025.

홀랜드 아메리카 라인2026 유럽 시즌을 여섯 주 연장한다고 발표하며 뉴 스타탐에서 네 개의 새로운 크루즈를 추가했습니다. 이번 확장은 11월 7일 출발하는 14일간의 북극 여행과 오로라 크루즈를 포함하며, 2026년 예상되는 오로라 활동의 정점과 일치합니다.

새롭게 추가된 일정은 로테르담에서 출발하는 왕복 및 편도 항해를 포함하며:

  • 노르웨이의 트롬쇠와 알타를 방문하는 14일간의 북극 여행과 오로라 크루즈
  • 리스본에서 하룻밤 묵는 14일간의 지중해 및 대서양 보물 크루즈
  • 노르웨이와 노르드피오르드의 7일 크루즈
  • 영국과 노르망디를 포함한 15일간의 문화 크로싱

회사는 육상 관광, 전문 식사, 음료 패키지, Wi-Fi 및 무료 선원 감사금을 포함한 'Have It All' 조기 예약 보너스를 제공하고 있습니다. 마리너 소사이어티 회원은 2025년 7월 9일까지 예약 시 객실당 최대 $400의 선내 크레딧을 받을 수 있습니다.

Holland America Line a annoncé une extension de six semaines de sa saison européenne 2026, ajoutant quatre nouvelles croisières à bord du Nieuw Statendam. L'expansion comprend un voyage arctique de 14 jours et une croisière des aurores boréales partant le 7 novembre, coïncidant avec le pic prévu d'activité aurorale en 2026.

Les itinéraires nouvellement ajoutés incluent des croisières aller-retour et à sens unique au départ de Rotterdam, comprenant:

  • Voyage arctique de 14 jours avec croisière des aurores boréales, visitant des destinations norvégiennes telles que Tromsø et Alta
  • Croisière de 14 jours à travers les trésors de la Méditerranée et de l'Atlantique avec une nuit à Lisbonne
  • Croisière de 7 jours en Norvège avec Nordfjord
  • Croisière culturelle de 15 jours avec l'Angleterre et la Normandie

La société propose un bonus de réservation anticipée 'Have It All' incluant des excursions à terre, des dîners spéciaux, un forfait boissons, le Wi-Fi et une gratification prépayée pour l'équipage. Les membres de la Mariner Society peuvent recevoir jusqu'à 400 $ de crédit à bord par cabine en réservant avant le 9 juillet 2025.

Holland America Line hat eine sechs Wochen lange Verlängerung seiner Europa-Saison 2026 angekündigt und fügt vier neue Kreuzfahrten an Bord der Nieuw Statendam hinzu. Die Erweiterung umfasst eine 14-tägige Arktisreise und eine Nordlichter-Kreuzfahrt, die am 7. November abfährt und mit dem voraussichtlichen Höhepunkt der Aurora-Aktivität im Jahr 2026 zusammenfällt.

Die neu hinzugefügten Reiserouten umfassen Rundreisen und Einwegfahrten ab Rotterdam, darunter:

  • 14-tägige Arktisreise mit Nordlichter-Kreuzfahrt, die norwegische Ziele wie Tromsø und Alta besucht
  • 14-tägige Mittelmeer- und Atlantik-Schätze-Kreuzfahrt mit Übernachtung in Lissabon
  • 7-tägige Norwegen mit Nordfjord-Kreuzfahrt
  • 15-tägige Kulturreise mit England und Normandie

Das Unternehmen bietet einen 'Have It All' Frühbucherbonus an, der Landausflüge, Spezialitätenrestaurants, Getränkepakete, WLAN und eine kostenlose, im Voraus bezahlte Trinkgeld für die Crew umfasst. Mitglieder der Mariner Society können bei Buchungen bis zum 9. Juli 2025 bis zu $400 Bordguthaben pro Kabine erhalten.

Positive
  • Extension of 2026 Europe season by six weeks adds revenue opportunities
  • Strategic timing of Northern Lights cruise during peak 2026 aurora activity period
  • New Mediterranean roundtrip from Rotterdam first in nearly 10 years, expanding market reach
  • Attractive early booking incentives could drive advance bookings and cash flow
Negative
  • Extended season into November may face challenging weather conditions
  • Northern Lights viewing not guaranteed despite timing optimization

Nieuw Statendam takes guests to the Mediterranean, Norway, and on a trip above the Arctic Circle for Northern Lights viewing 

SEATTLE, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line announced a six-week extension of its 2026 Europe season and opened bookings for four cruises available as part of the expansion. Guests have further opportunities to explore the Mediterranean and Norway — including a chance to see the Northern Lights on a cruise that enters the Arctic Circle.

Each of the newly added cruises will sail aboard Nieuw Statendam roundtrip or one-way from Rotterdam, one of the premier hubs from which to explore Europe, and Holland America Line's historic home.

"Cruises rooted in the culture and history of Europe are proving to be popular with our guests, and extending the season means more opportunities to enjoy our personalized service in the region," said Paul Grigsby, vice president of deployment for Holland America Line. "With 2026 projected to be a peak year for aurora activity, adding a Northern Lights cruise late in the year gives our guests a better opportunity to see this phenomenon with the aid of dark skies and little light pollution."

Now bookable as part of the expansion is an additional departure of the highly coveted 14-Day Arctic Journey and Northern Lights with The HISTORY Channel cruise, departing on Nov. 7. As 2026 is predicted to be a highly active period for auroras, a growing number of travelers plan to prioritize seeing them on vacation. This cruise offers ample opportunity to see the aurora, while also deeply exploring Norway.

The ship will sail north, calling at Ålesund, Trondheim and crossing the Arctic Circle before reaching Tromsø, known as the "Capital of the Arctic" and base camp for many aurora hunters. The ship then spends an overnight at Alta — often called the world's Northern Lights capital — before sailing to hard-to-reach Leknes (Lofoten). Before returning to Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam visits Åndalsnes, Bergen and Lerwick, Scotland.

Guests sailing to see the Northern Lights can sign up to get a wake-up call from the ship any time the aurora borealis is spotted. 

Also open for booking is a 14-Day Mediterranean and Atlantic Treasures: Lisbon Overnight, departing Nov. 21. The cruise explores seven ports in Spain, Portugal and Gibraltar: Cadiz (Seville), Malaga (Granada), Alicante, Cartagena (Murcia), Gibraltar and Leixoes — as well as an overnight in Lisbon, allowing guests to further immerse themselves in the destination. While in Lisbon, guests can book shore excursions taking them to the city's two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery. The voyage is also notable as Holland America Line's first roundtrip exploration of the Mediterranean from Rotterdam in nearly 10 years.

Guests can also book a 7-Day Norway with Nordfjord or 15-Day Cultural Crossing with England and Normandy.

Have It All Early Booking Bonus

For a limited time, when guests book these four European extension cruises with the Have It All premium package, the standard package amenities of shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package and Surf Wi-Fi are included — plus the added perk of free prepaid crew appreciation, along with free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.

Guests can also take advantage of Holland America Line's Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus. Mariner Society loyalty members can enjoy up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom when these cruises open for sale. Guests must book these cruises by July 9, 2025, to receive the Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus.

For more information about Holland America Line, consult a 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 Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]

Holland America Line has been exploring the world for more than 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries, extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations. Offering a perfectly-sized ship experience, its fleet of 11 vessels visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared the thrill of Alaska for more than 75 years — longer than any other cruise line. Savour the Journey isn't just a tagline, it's a reinforcement that the cruise line provides experiences too good to hurry through, connecting travelers to the world and each other. Award-winning enrichment programming, entertainment and cuisine that brings each locale on board, including a revolutionary Global Fresh Fish Program, put Holland America Line at the forefront of premium cruising.

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FAQ

When does Holland America's extended 2026 Europe season Northern Lights cruise depart?

The 14-Day Arctic Journey and Northern Lights cruise departs on November 7, 2026, from Rotterdam.

What ports are included in the 2026 Northern Lights cruise itinerary?

The cruise visits Ålesund, Trondheim, Tromsø, Alta (overnight stay), Leknes, Åndalsnes, Bergen, and Lerwick.

What benefits are included in Holland America's 'Have It All' early booking bonus for 2026?

The package includes shore excursions, specialty dining, Elite Beverage Package, Premium Wi-Fi, and free prepaid crew appreciation.

How much onboard credit can Mariner Society members receive for early booking?

Mariner Society members can receive up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom when booking by July 9, 2025.
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