Several cruise lines have increased their cancellation policies to encourage consumers to book. Whilst some cruise lines are allowing late and close-to-sailing booking cancellations on bookings through to March 31, 2022, Holland America Line has gone a step further and has extended their ‘Flexible Cancellation Plan’ until May 31, 2022. Cancellations must be made up … Read more
Travellers booked on cruises that stop in Russia may have their travel plans disrupted due to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is closely monitoring the situation, with CEO Mr Frank Del Rio saying: “We are following the situation carefully as it impacts our voyages in the area. We have … Read more
Holland America Line has announced its return-to-service dates, meaning that by May, 2022, the line will once again have a complete fleet sailing the oceans. Noordam is set to return on March 14 in Japan, Oosterdam will be back in the Mediterranean on May 1 and Westerdam will be hitting Alaskan waters on May 8. … Read more
Princess Cruises and Holland America Line have celebrated their much-awaited return to the port of Seattle, with a big celebration in the city. As of this week, both lines are once again sailing from Seattle to Alaska and the cruise lines, employees and passengers are all in celebration mode. The presidents of both cruise lines … Read more
Princess, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival revealed plans to resume cruising this summer, including voyages to Alaska. The momentous occasion came after the U.S Senate passed a bill last week that would help save the state’s upcoming cruise season. Alaskan tourism operators have struggled after more than a year without any cruise … Read more
Holland America (HAL) has this week unveiled a “Have it All” premium package cruise fare to include beverages, speciality dining, WiFi and shore excursions, dramatically ramping up the premium line’s push into all inclusive fares. The Have it All package is valued at $120 per person, per day for all itineraries of 6 to 9 … Read more
It is a holiday made for adventure lovers who also adore the finer things in life. This is your chance to explore Australia’s much acclaimed, coastal treasures from the Great Barrier Reef to the beach paradise of Western Australia including the exotic destinations of Dili and Komodo Island. Over 21 nights, you will cruise onboard … Read more
The Canadian government overnight has banned ships for entering its waters for the rest of the year, which is a massive blow for the Alaska cruise season. The ban will remain until February 22, 2022 which is an extension of the existing orders that are currently in place. It applies to ships carrying 100 or … Read more
Holland America Line has opened its bookings for a number of 2022 and 2023 grand voyages. This includes around the world sailings as well as to South America and Antarctica. Ranging from 71 to 127 days, these voyages cover six continents, and all are round trips from Fort Lauderdale in Florida. Some of these voyages … 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.
