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Holland America Line Ready to Launch Epic Alaska Season Featuring Glaciers, National Parks, Wildlife and Destination Dining™

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Holland America Line is launching its 2025 Alaska season starting April 26, featuring six ships operating through September. The cruise line will offer routes from Seattle, Vancouver, and between Vancouver and Whittier (Anchorage). Guest and crew spending is expected to contribute approximately $150 million USD to Seattle and Vancouver's economies.

The season highlights include 'Glacier Day' experiences, the Global Fresh Fish Program featuring Chef Morimoto's creations, and enhanced wildlife viewing opportunities. The company is investing $70 million in expanding the Holland America Denali Lodge while upgrading guest experiences.

Cruise offerings include the 28-day Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice cruise, 14-day Great Alaska Explorer itinerary, and various 7-day routes. The company's Cruisetours combine cruise experiences with land tours to Denali National Park and the Yukon, ranging from 9 to 18 days.

Holland America Line lancerà la sua stagione in Alaska 2025 a partire dal 26 aprile, con sei navi che opereranno fino a settembre. La compagnia di crociere offrirà itinerari da Seattle, Vancouver e tra Vancouver e Whittier (Anchorage). Si prevede che le spese di ospiti e membri dell'equipaggio contribuiscano con circa 150 milioni di dollari USA all'economia di Seattle e Vancouver.

I punti salienti della stagione includono esperienze di 'Giornata dei Ghiacciai', il Programma Globale di Pesce Fresco con le creazioni dello Chef Morimoto e opportunità di avvistamento della fauna selvatica migliorate. L'azienda sta investendo 70 milioni di dollari per ampliare il Holland America Denali Lodge, migliorando al contempo le esperienze degli ospiti.

Le offerte di crociera includono la crociera solstiziale di 28 giorni nel Circolo Polare Artico dell'Alaska, l'itinerario Great Alaska Explorer di 14 giorni e vari percorsi di 7 giorni. I Cruisetours dell'azienda combinano esperienze di crociera con tour terrestri nel Parco Nazionale del Denali e nello Yukon, che vanno da 9 a 18 giorni.

Holland America Line lanzará su temporada en Alaska 2025 a partir del 26 de abril, con seis barcos operando hasta septiembre. La línea de cruceros ofrecerá rutas desde Seattle, Vancouver y entre Vancouver y Whittier (Anchorage). Se espera que el gasto de pasajeros y tripulantes contribuya con aproximadamente 150 millones de dólares estadounidenses a las economías de Seattle y Vancouver.

Los aspectos destacados de la temporada incluyen experiencias de 'Día del Glaciar', el Programa Global de Pescado Fresco con las creaciones del Chef Morimoto y oportunidades mejoradas para la observación de vida silvestre. La compañía está invirtiendo 70 millones de dólares en la expansión del Holland America Denali Lodge mientras mejora las experiencias de los huéspedes.

Las ofertas de cruceros incluyen el crucero solsticial de 28 días por el Círculo Ártico de Alaska, el itinerario Great Alaska Explorer de 14 días y varias rutas de 7 días. Los Cruisetours de la compañía combinan experiencias de crucero con tours terrestres al Parque Nacional Denali y el Yukón, que van de 9 a 18 días.

홀랜드 아메리카 라인은 4월 26일부터 시작되는 2025년 알래스카 시즌을 발표하며, 9월까지 운영되는 6척의 선박을 선보입니다. 이 크루즈 라인은 시애틀, 밴쿠버, 그리고 밴쿠버와 휘티어(앵커리지) 간의 노선을 제공합니다. 손님과 승무원의 지출이 시애틀과 밴쿠버 경제에 약 1억 5천만 달러를 기여할 것으로 예상됩니다.

이번 시즌의 하이라이트에는 '빙하의 날' 경험, 모리모토 셰프의 창작이 포함된 글로벌 신선 생선 프로그램, 그리고 개선된 야생 동물 관찰 기회가 포함됩니다. 회사는 7천만 달러를 투자하여 홀랜드 아메리카 데날리 롯지를 확장하고 손님 경험을 개선하고 있습니다.

크루즈 상품에는 28일 알래스카 북극 원주율 크루즈, 14일 그레이트 알래스카 탐험 일정, 그리고 다양한 7일 노선이 포함됩니다. 회사의 크루즈 투어는 크루즈 경험과 데날리 국립공원 및 유콘으로의 육상 투어를 결합하여 9일에서 18일 사이의 기간을 제공합니다.

Holland America Line lancera sa saison 2025 en Alaska à partir du 26 avril, avec six navires opérant jusqu'en septembre. La compagnie de croisières proposera des itinéraires au départ de Seattle, Vancouver et entre Vancouver et Whittier (Anchorage). On s'attend à ce que les dépenses des invités et de l'équipage contribuent à hauteur d'environ 150 millions de dollars américains aux économies de Seattle et de Vancouver.

Les temps forts de la saison incluent des expériences de 'Journée des Glaciers', le Programme Mondial de Poisson Frais avec les créations du Chef Morimoto, et des opportunités améliorées d'observation de la faune. L'entreprise investit 70 millions de dollars dans l'extension du Holland America Denali Lodge tout en améliorant l'expérience des invités.

Les offres de croisières comprennent la croisière solsticiale de 28 jours dans le Cercle Arctique de l'Alaska, l'itinéraire Great Alaska Explorer de 14 jours et divers itinéraires de 7 jours. Les Cruisetours de l'entreprise combinent des expériences de croisière avec des visites terrestres au Parc National de Denali et au Yukon, allant de 9 à 18 jours.

Holland America Line startet seine Alaska-Saison 2025 am 26. April mit sechs Schiffen, die bis September im Einsatz sind. Die Kreuzfahrtreederei bietet Routen von Seattle, Vancouver und zwischen Vancouver und Whittier (Anchorage) an. Die Ausgaben von Gästen und Crew werden voraussichtlich etwa 150 Millionen USD zur Wirtschaft von Seattle und Vancouver beitragen.

Zu den Höhepunkten der Saison gehören Erfahrungen am 'Gletscher-Tag', das Global Fresh Fish Program mit den Kreationen von Chef Morimoto und verbesserte Möglichkeiten zur Tierbeobachtung. Das Unternehmen investiert 70 Millionen USD in die Erweiterung des Holland America Denali Lodge und verbessert gleichzeitig die Gästeerfahrungen.

Die Kreuzfahrten umfassen die 28-tägige Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice-Kreuzfahrt, die 14-tägige Great Alaska Explorer-Route und verschiedene 7-tägige Routen. Die Cruisetours des Unternehmens kombinieren Kreuzfahrterlebnisse mit Landtouren zum Denali-Nationalpark und zum Yukon, die von 9 bis 18 Tagen reichen.

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  • $70 million investment in Denali Lodge expansion and improvements
  • $150 million expected economic contribution to Seattle and Vancouver
  • Extensive route offerings including unique 28-day Arctic Circle cruise
  • Partnership with acclaimed Chef Morimoto for premium dining experiences
  • Enhanced wildlife viewing programs and conservation initiatives
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"Alaska Is Ready" as the first ship of the season departs April 26; six ships will explore Alaska on cruises and Cruisetours through September 2025

SEATTLE, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line, a leader in Alaska cruising, is kicking off its season Saturday, April 26. Six Holland America Line ships will head to the splendors of Alaska in 2025, sailing roundtrip from Seattle, Washington, roundtrip from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and between Vancouver and Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska.

Holland America Line continues to grow its love for Alaska this season with enhancements to the shipboard and overland experiences. Holland America Line guests will have access to many of Alaska's bucket-list experiences, including visiting majestic Glacier Bay, hiking in Mendenhall Glacier National Recreation Area, chance encounters with the "Big Five" wildlife and crossing into the Arctic circle. 

"Alaska offers many memorable experiences, from getting close to glaciers and seeing animals in the wild to learning about the unique culture," said Robert Morgenstern, senior vice president, Alaska Operations. "We are ready to explore this majestic region, and Alaska is ready for us. We've received a lot of questions about staffing in the parks, but we can confirm that from Glacier Bay to Mendenhall Glacier to Denali National Park and Preserve, our guests can expect to fully experience the wonders of Alaska." 

Through September 2025, guests can embark on Holland America Line's Alaska cruises and Cruisetours aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam. Throughout the season, ships will call at Seattle twice a week and at Vancouver three times a week. Guest and crew spending at local businesses along with ship fueling and provisioning is expected to collectively add around 150 million USD into the economies of the two homeports.

With Holland America Line's focus on encouraging guests to Savour the Journey — indulging in leisurely travel and deeply connecting to the places visited along the cruise — every Alaska voyage fosters the brand's values through Destination Dining™ featuring local flavors, meaningful onboard experiences and immersive shore excursions.

'Glacier Day' Puts a Spotlight on Alaska's Majestic Glaciers
Holland America Line offers more glacier experiences than any other cruise line. "Glacier Day" occurs once per cruise on every cruise, putting a spotlight on the majestic glaciers of the region. Glacier sighting times, scenic commentary, presentations, informational viewing stations, photo opportunities, Dutch Pea Soup on deck, Glacial Ice cocktails, talks by Glacier Bay National Park Rangers and Huna cultural interpreters, and an open bow for viewing highlight "Glacier Day."

Every Alaska cruise includes a visit to one or more of Alaska's iconic glacier destinations: Glacier Bay National Park, Hubbard Glacier, Dawes Glacier and the Twin Sawyer Glaciers of Tracy Arm. Shore excursions also offer the opportunity to visit additional glaciers, including Mendenhall and Portage glaciers.

Serving Fresh Fish in Alaska
Holland America Line continues to build on its groundbreaking Global Fresh Fish Program that brings locally sourced fresh fish from port to plate in less than 48 hours. In addition to the seafood and other local delicacies served on the menus, ships in Alaska will serve three premium dishes created by the brand's Fresh Fish Ambassador Chef Morimoto: Fresh Black Cod Yuzu, Lobster 2-Ways and Fresh Halibut XO.

Guests can learn cooking techniques and Alaska culinary history during live Cooking Shows. Co-hosted by the cruise and travel director and executive chef, the cooking shows occur twice per seven-day sailing and more often on longer itineraries. Many of the featured dishes include fresh fish from the Global Fresh Fish Program and will be available in the Dining Room the night of the shows.

Another culinary highlight is the Alaska Brunch served in the Dining Room once per cruise. The brunch menu was created with the influence of fresh, local Alaskan and Pacific Northwest ingredients. Selections range from sweet to savory and include Alaskan Blueberry Pancakes, Salmon & Potato Chowder, Wild Forest Mushroom and Tarragon Crepes, Kodiak Steak and Egg Skillet, Crab and Hot Smoked Salmon Cakes, Biscuits with Gravy and Alaskan Reindeer Sausage, and Home Smoked Gulf of Alaska Cod Benny.

Beverage Menus Feature Alaska Favorites
Acclaimed bartender Sam Ross has created a menu of exclusive cocktails for the 2025 season featured in the bars across the fleet in Alaska, including the new Sitka Spritz and Inside Hand. Additionally, local beers are on offer, with a custom Killer Whale Pale Ale by Pike Brewing, along with the Kilt Lifter Ale. From Alaska Brewing, Holland America Line is offering Alaska Amber, Icy Bay IPA and Juneau Juice Hazy IPA.

More Wildlife Viewing than Any Other Cruise Line
Alaska is synonymous with stunning wilderness, and Holland America Line offers more ways to see wildlife in its natural habitat. Alaska ships carry a wildlife expert on board to help guests witness the majestic animals found in the region, and a Wildlife Spotting Guide points out the native animals found along the cruise route and includes a map with the best places to see each species. Ashore, Holland America Line offers nearly 180 shore excursions to see species of all kinds.

In addition to these wildlife viewing opportunities, the mission of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) stays top of mind for Holland America Line, with a portion of proceeds from Alaska Brunch cocktails and Eland the Moose plush toys being donated to AWCC. This initiative is part of an ongoing commitment to support AWCC's mission of preserving Alaska's wildlife through conservation, education and quality animal care. Guests on northbound voyages can visit the conservation center between Whittier and Anchorage, experiencing the peaceful setting surrounded by alpine glaciers and Alaska's beautiful wildlife.

Alaska Cruisetours Visit Denali National Park and Yukon
Holland America Line's Cruisetours range from nine to 18 days and include a one-, two- or three-day visit to Denali National Park. Select Cruisetours also include a journey into the wilds of Canada's Yukon. Holland America Line is the only cruise line that offers overland tours to the Yukon combined with an Alaska cruise and Denali experience.

The cruise line recently announced a $70 million multi-year investment that will expand guest capacity at Holland America Denali Lodge while elevating the guest experience. Complete in time for this season will be enhancements to the riverside interpretive trail with scenic viewpoints, improved on-site wayfinding, refined menu options and improvements at the Cottonwood and Canyon Lodge guest room buildings.

Highlights for 2025 Alaska Cruises:

  • The 28-day "Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice" cruise aboard Westerdam departs June 8 in time for Summer Solstice, sailing to the Bering Sea and Arctic Circle.
  • The 14-day "Great Alaska Explorer" itinerary offers an in-depth adventure with eight Alaska ports. Departures are roundtrip from Vancouver.
  • Seven-day "Northbound Glacier Discovery" and "Southbound Glacier Discovery" itineraries cruise between Whittier (Anchorage) and Vancouver aboard Nieuw Amsterdam and Noordam.
  • Seven-day "Alaska Inside Passage" cruises sail roundtrip from Vancouver on Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam and Zaandam.
  • Seven-day "Alaska Explorer" cruises sail roundtrip from Seattle aboard Eurodam and Westerdam.

Highlights for 2025 Denali and Yukon Cruisetours:

  • Nieuw Amsterdam and Noordam will offer Denali Cruisetours ranging from nine to 14 days between Vancouver and Anchorage or Fairbanks, Alaska.
  • All Denali Cruisetours include a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise featuring Glacier Bay. The land portion includes up to three nights at Holland America Denali Lodge at the entrance to Denali National Park.
  • Yukon & Denali Cruisetours range from nine to 18 days and include either a three- or four-day Inside Passage cruise on Koningsdam or Zaandam or a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise on Nieuw Amsterdam or Noordam; a two- or three-night stay at Denali; and a journey into the Yukon.
  • At Holland America Denali Lodge, a new menu will debut at Canyon Ridge Grill (formerly Canyon Steakhouse), while Karsten's will offer shipboard favorites like Dive-In burgers, hot dogs and fresh, hand-tossed 16" pizza delivery.

On Deck for a Cause Continues to Support Alaska's Parks
Holland America Line will continue to donate proceeds from its "On Deck for a Cause" charitable event aboard ships in the region to Alaska Geographic, the nonprofit education partner of Alaska's parks, forests, refuges and conservation lands. Called "On Deck for a Cause: Alaska's Parks," guests on all Alaska cruises will be invited to donate $25 to participate in a noncompetitive 5k fundraising walk aboard every sailing. Funds raised will go to support education, science and research in Alaska's parks.

The company has collected numerous awards and accolades for its Alaska programming, including being named a top pick for Alaska in the Porthole Cruise Magazine Editor-in-Chief Awards, AFAR Travelers' Choice Awards, USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards and many more. For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor or call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425).

Find Holland America Line on Facebook, Instagram and the Holland America Blog. You can also 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 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 tag line, 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

What are the main routes and durations of Holland America's 2025 Alaska cruises?

Routes include 28-day Arctic Circle Solstice, 14-day Great Alaska Explorer, and various 7-day cruises operating from Seattle, Vancouver, and between Vancouver and Whittier.

How much economic impact will Holland America's Alaska season have on port cities?

Guest and crew spending, ship fueling, and provisioning is expected to contribute approximately $150 million USD to Seattle and Vancouver's economies.

What is Holland America's investment in Denali Lodge for the 2025 season?

Holland America is making a $70 million multi-year investment to expand guest capacity and enhance experiences at the Denali Lodge.

What unique dining experiences does Holland America offer on Alaska cruises?

The cruise line features the Global Fresh Fish Program, Chef Morimoto's premium dishes, Alaska Brunch, cooking shows, and locally-sourced seafood served within 48 hours.

What conservation initiatives is Holland America supporting in Alaska?

The company supports the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center through proceeds from Alaska Brunch cocktails and plush toys, plus donates to Alaska Geographic through 'On Deck for a Cause: Alaska's Parks' events.
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