Cruise news (Holland America-tagged)
Norovirus outbreak on HAL's ship MS Rotterdam results in 169 reported cases
A norovirus outbreak on ms Rotterdam, a vessel operated by HAL-Holland America Line, resulted in ~120 individuals falling ill. Out of 2614 guests...
February 12, 2025- Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America announces a partnership with The HISTORY Channel
HAL-Holland America Line has entered a partnership with A+E Networks’ The HISTORY Channel to integrate destination-focused historical...
February 10, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line introduces Mediterranean bistro concept at Rudi’s Sel de Mer
HAL-Holland America Line is introducing a refreshed dining experience at Rudi’s Sel de Mer on the ships ms Rotterdam, ms Nieuw Statendam, and...
February 1, 2025 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreak on HAL's ship Volendam (60 reported cases)
A norovirus outbreak on HAL-Holland America Line's vessel ms Volendam resulted in 60 reported cases of illness among passengers and crew. According...
January 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line unveils 2026-2027 Asia Pacific cruise itineraries
HAL-Holland America Line has announced its 2026-2027 cruise offerings for Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, now available for booking. The...
January 10, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line expands Alaskan cruises with $70M investment
HAL-Holland America Line announced a US$70 million investment to enhance its Denali NP property and cruisetour (land and sea travel) experiences...
January 9, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Huna Totem’s $80M cruise terminal enhances visitor experiences in Whittier (Alaska)
Huna Totem Corporation has introduced a new cruise terminal in Whittier (Alaska). Situated in the remote Prince William Sound, ~60 miles southeast...
December 29, 2024 - Accidents
Nearly 80 sickened by Norovirus on HAL-Holland America's ship ms Zuiderdam
A recent voyage aboard HAL-Holland America Line's ms Zuiderdam experienced a norovirus outbreak, with ~79 people reporting symptoms, according...
December 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Half Moon Cay renamed “RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay” amid enhancements and expanded guest offerings
The Carnival Corporation's private Bahamian island resort Half Moon Cay will undergo a transformation and rebranding as “RelaxAway, Half Moon...
December 11, 2024 - Accidents
USCG/Coast Guard rescues HAL ship's ms Koningsdam cruise passenger 280 mi off USA coast
A medical evacuation operation was executed by the USCG/Coast Guard on Friday, November 29th, following a medical emergency on the ms Koningsdam ship...
November 30, 2024 - Accidents
USCG/Coast Guard airlifts 32-yo man from HAL's ship ms Zaandam off Oahu Hawaii
A medical evacuation was conducted early Tuesday morning, November 26th, from the HAL-Holland America Line ship ms Zaandam, ~50 miles (~80 km) off...
November 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line unveils 2026 Alaska & Yukon cruisetours
HAL-Holland America Line has revealed its 2026 Alaska Cruisetour program, featuring journeys that combine Alaska’s Denali National Park and...
November 15, 2024 - Accidents
HAL-Holland America reroutes ms Zuiderdam ship amid Guadeloupe unrest concerns
HAL-Holland America Line canceled Zuiderdam’s scheduled port call in Pointe-a-Pitre on Saturday, November 2nd, citing concerns over social...
November 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America unveils revised 2026 Grand World Voyage itinerary aboard ms Volendam
HAL-Holland America Line has announced updates to its 2026 Grand World Voyage on ms Volendam ship. The revised route now visits destinations in East...
November 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America unveils expanded 2026 Canada & New England itineraries
HAL-Holland America Line will expand its Canada and New England USA season in 2026, adding more cruises, call ports, and overnight port stays. The...
October 15, 2024