This is your chance to embrace one of Japan’s most iconic spectacles – the pink cherry blossom season – with a Holland America Line’s cruise of Asia’s exotic coastal destinations. The magical journey includes a visit to Ishigaki, popularly known as the Hawaii of the Far East; Keelung in Taiwan and Shimizu renowned for its … Read more
Like Marco Polo who described Japan as a magnificent country abundant in gold, silver and silk, the western world has, for centuries, been lured by the mystic of the Far East. In particular, the west has been fascinated by Tokyo where ancient shrines nestle in the shadow of mirror-tinted skyscrapers and the streets are bathed … Read more
With Japan finally reopening its borders, this is your chance to reacquaint yourself with the Land of the Rising Sun. And what better time to embrace the marvellous joys of travelling to Japan than during the pink-hued cherry blossom season. Your holiday to the mystical East kicks off with a three-night stay in the electric … Read more
Edinburgh is home to the ancient volcano, Arthur’s Seat, the Pentland Hills and the grand military tattoo. Now you can combine all three and enjoy an enchanting 12-night voyages on Holland America Line’s elegant Nieuw Statendam cruising through the British Isles to Copenhagen. Your holiday kicks off with three-night luxury hotel stay in the stunning … Read more
New Zealand has long been a favourite destination for Australian cruisers. Now you can embark on Holland America Line’s award-winning Westerdam from Sydney calling at Melbourne, Hobart then crossing the Tasman Sea to the coastal wonders of the Land of the Long White Cloud. You will delve into the natural treasures of NZ during your … Read more
If you are a big fan of grand military tattoos and have always aspired to witness the thrilling Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, then this is your chance to kill three birds with one stone – experience Edinburgh, the REMT and a 12-night, enchanting voyage through the British Isles to Copenhagen – all in one holiday. … Read more
Holland America Line’s new ship Rotterdam was treated to a royal welcoming in the city she was named after. Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands was in attendance as the ships godmother, officially naming the vessel in front of a decorated list of guests, including the CEO of Carnival Arnold Donald and Lord … Read more
Holland America Line is repositioning their ship Westerdam to Australia and New Zealand. Having seen countless ships diverting away from our shores due to continued doubt over the cruise climate, cruising doubt in other parts of the world is now sending ships to Australia for the same reason, with Holland American Line citing doubt over … Read more
Sailing away to the horizon, surrounded by water and deeply inhaling that salty air is inherently calming, so cruise aficionados want more than the average relaxation offerings. Increasingly, people are looking for inner and outer healing with medi-spa treatments, wellness workshops and therapeutic indulgences. Cruise ship spas provide a greater range and quality of services … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
