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21/05/2021 07:05

Holland America Line Announces Plans to Restart Cruising to Alaska from
Seattle in July 2021

SEATTLE, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Following passage of the Alaska Tourism
Restoration Act, work with Alaska government officials, and recent guidance
from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Holland
America Line is announcing plans to restart cruising to Alaska in July
roundtrip from Seattle, Washington, aboard Nieuw Amsterdam.

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Bookings are open for the 10 Saturday departures that will operate from July
24 through Oct. 2. The seven-day "Alaskan Explorer" itinerary calls at Juneau,
Icy Strait Point, Sitka and Ketchikan. Scenic cruising in Alaska's iconic
locales includes Glacier Bay and Stephens Passage.

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this summer roundtrip from Seattle. Seven-day itineraries aboard Nieuw
Amsterdam will call at Juneau, Icy Strait Point, Sitka and Ketchikan. First
#cruise would depart July 24.

Plans for these cruises to fulfill Holland America Line's obligations under
the Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA) are expected to be approved, as are
final instructions from CDC, and the company is beginning the
return-to-cruising preparation process effective immediately.

"Holland America Line has been cruising to Alaska for nearly 75 years, and we
feel deeply committed to trying to help our friends in 'The Great Land' get
back on their feet in any way we can this summer," said Gus Antorcha,
president of Holland America Line. "Given the recent positive collaboration
from the CDC, as well as optimism about a resolution with the PVSA, we feel
like it's now or never to give ourselves a chance to bring cruising back to
Alaska this year.

"We would like to offer our sincerest appreciation to Senators Lisa
Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, Congressman Don Young and Governor Mike Dunleavy
for their tireless efforts on behalf of the many small businesses that are the
backbone of Alaska tourism."

"The Last Frontier is eager to welcome the return of the cruise industry this
summer to restart our economy," said Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy. "Cruising
has a tremendous impact on the people of our state and our communities,
especially in the southeast, and we're thrilled to finally see a light with
the impending return of the cruise ships."

On board, Holland America Line will continue to offer the amenities that are a
hallmark of the brand. Dining will be available in all restaurants and
specialty venues, as well as room service. Entertainment will be in full swing
in the main show lounge, and live music will be featured in Lincoln Center
Stage, B.B. King's Blues Club and Billboard Onboard. Port-to-Table culinary
demonstrations and other enrichment programming will bring Alaska and its
culture on board through engaging activities. To accommodate physical
distancing, additional performances may be added.

Alaska cruises also feature expanded onboard programming. Guests can engage
with an Alaska naturalist, while EXC Talks and special presentations explore
local topics such as Alaska's bush pilots and famous Iditarod race. In Glacier
Bay, the ship takes on a National Park Ranger and Huna native speaker.

Voted Best in Alaska
Holland America Line was named the top pick for Alaska cruises in the 2020
AFAR Travelers' Awards, 2020 Porthole Cruise Magazine Editor-in-Chief
Awards, 2019 Cruise Critic Cruisers' Choice Destination Awards and 2019
TravelAge West Wave Awards Editor's Pick, confirming its position as the best
cruise line in Alaska by some of the world's most experienced travelers and
cruise experts.

Cruise and Stay Healthy
These Holland America Line cruises in 2021 to Alaska are available for guests
who have received their final dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine at least 14
days prior to the beginning of the cruise and have proof of vaccination.
Shipboard crew vaccinations will also be in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Holland America Line guests will be required to comply with all health and
safety protocols in place at the time of departure for travel to and from the
ship, as well as all onboard protocols and procedures for visiting ports.

As of now and subject to change as CDC, public health and medical guidance
evolves, Holland America Line's onboard program provides steps to enhance
public health. Travelers are encouraged to regularly check hollandamerica.com
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=573163074&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2F&a=hollandamerica.com)
since updates will be posted as new procedures are finalized and existing
protocols may evolve.

Full details, including information on shore excursions, are being finalized
and will be shared in the coming weeks at hollandamerica.com
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=573163074&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2F&a=hollandamerica.com).
Attractive airfares will be available through Holland America Line's
FlightEase program. Flexible cancellation terms, including our COVID-19
Protections, are offered through "Book with Confidence
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=3539928756&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2Fen_US%2Fbook-with-confidence.html&a=Book+with+Confidence)"
when booked by June 30, 2021, for sailings through Dec. 31, 2021. The cruise
line's Cancellation Protection Plan
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=3692466065&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2Fen_US%2Fpre-post-travel-cruise%2Fcancellation-protection-plan.html&a=Cancellation+Protection+Plan)
also allows cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Fares for Nieuw Amsterdam's seven-day Alaska cruises begin at a "Have It All"
premium package rate of $1,079 per person that includes four high-value
amenities: one shore excursion, a Signature Beverage Package, specialty dining
in the Pinnacle Grill or Tamarind, and a Wi-Fi Surf Package to stay connected
throughout the cruise. Cruise-only fares start at $799 per person, double
occupancy. Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional.

Guests who were scheduled to sail on Oosterdam's roundtrip Seattle
cruises with a Sunday departure will be moved to similar accommodations on
sister-ship Nieuw Amsterdam, departing on Saturdays. Eurodam guests who were
affected by that ship's move to Greece also will be moved to similar
accommodations on Nieuw Amsterdam.

For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor,
call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com (about:blank).

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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 since 1873 and was the first
cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the Yukon more than 70 years
ago. Its fleet of premium ships visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries
around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third
Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, is under construction and will join the fleet
in July 2021.

The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line's ships feature
innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on
destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea
fills each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive
selections from Holland America Line's esteemed Culinary Council of
world-famous chefs.

In light of COVID-19, Holland America Line is currently enhancing health and
safety protocols and how they may impact future cruises. Our actual offerings
may vary from what is displayed or described in marketing materials. Review
our current Cruise Updates
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=3610894753&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2Fen_US%2Fnews%2Fimpacted-cruises.html&a=Cruise+Updates), Health
& Safety Protocols
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=2241000085&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2Fen_US%2Fnews%2Fcoronavirus-travel-advisory%2Ftraveling-and-staying-healthy.html&a=Health+%26+Safety+Protocols) and CDC
Travel Advisories
(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3171609-1&h=525731270&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollandamerica.com%2Fen_US%2Fnews%2Fcoronavirus-travel-advisory.html&a=CDC+Travel+Advisories).

CONTACT: Erik Elvejord
PHONE: 800-637-5029, 206-626-9890
EMAIL: pr@hollandamerica.com



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