Volendam of Holland America Line

May Day return to cruising for Holland America’s Volendam with Zaandam close behind

Holland America Line’s Volendam and Zaandam are set to resume cruising in May. Volendam, pictured, will be exploring Northern Europe while Zaandam returns to the Canada/New England region. These new start dates mean the scheduled 2022 Grand World and Grand South America and Antarctica Voyages have been shelved until 2023. The ships will join Eurodam,

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MSC Virtuosa

Cruise news in a nutshell as ships take to the waters again around the world

Slowly but surely cruise ships are beginning to shake off the cobwebs and get to sea again as the threat of Covid recedes. Here’s a round-up of recent development that have lifted our spirits. MSC Virtuosa becomes first ship to resume cruising in UK MSC Cruises’ new flagship, MSC Virtuosa, set sail on her maiden

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Holland America French Polynesia

Dreams can come true on Holland America’s trio of Grand World Voyages in 2022/2023

Holland America Line’s Grand Voyages offer the chance for dreamers, adventurers and explorers to discover new cultures and illuminating experiences in 2022/23. Ranging from 71 to 127 days, three longer journeys take travellers to the far corners of the world across six continents, all roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Memorable experiences highlight each cruise –

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Rotterdam

A first for Holland America as it launches Buy One, Gift One promotion

Guests who book a Verandah stateroom or suite will only have to pay taxes and fees for a bonus stateroom in Holland America’s “Buy one, gift one” promotion. Running until 5 January, the offer can be combined with the existing “View & Verandah” deal that includes stateroom upgrades, free gratuities, beverage package, one-night speciality dining

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