Zaandam & Rotterdam exited the Panama Canal this morning. We appreciate the humanitarian compassion shown for our guests & crew by the govt of Panama & Panama Maritime Authority. We thank the various embassies for their support in our efforts to help get their citizens home.
Westerdam is now sailing for Sihanoukville, Cambodia, arriving at 7am local time on Feb 13 & will remain in port for several days for disembarkation. All approvals have been received & we are extremely grateful to the Cambodian authorities for the support:
We’re setting out to show the world the Caribbean is
#StillTheCaribbean
by
collecting recent photos, like this one by
@lchampen
, that celebrate local culture
and beauty. Explore more of the Caribbean >>
Each night at 7:30 pm ET, all of the ships anchored around Grand Bahama Island — including 5 HAL ships — are sounding their horns at the same time in solidarity, letting the world know that we are strong, safe and healthy onboard, and we are thinking of everyone.
#HopeFloats
The officers and crew of Rotterdam came together to thank medical professionals and first responders who are working around the clock, taking care of our friends, neighbors and communities.
#WeApplaud
#CruiseStrong
#WeWillBeBack
To honor our Dutch heritage, we are excited to announce that starting with Rotterdam we are making our ship hulls across the fleet orange. Other ships will follow as they go into dry dock. We hope you enjoy this bright change!
"Sisters make the best friends in the world." - Marilyn Monroe. Volendam, Zaandam and Eurodam ... three special sisters on
#NationalSiblingsDay
with the sun shining down on them in Torquay. (photo): dtaylor_photography
We are aware of the reports regarding the status of Westerdam’s call to Laem Chabang (Bangkok), Thailand. We are actively working this matter & will provide an update when able. We know this is confusing for our guests and their families & we greatly appreciate their patience.
As we prepare for the voyage ahead, we would like to take a moment to
#celebrate
our Holland America Line family. Thank you for standing by us as we complete 147 years today. We can’t wait to sail with you again!
UPDATE 3/28 (8 pm PT): We are aware of reported permission for Zaandam and Rotterdam to transit the Panama Canal. We appreciate this consideration in the humanitarian interest of our guests and crew. We continue to work with the Panamanian authorities to finalize details.
We can confirm that a float plane carrying five guests from Nieuw Amsterdam was involved in an accident in Ketchikan, and there are no survivors. It was an independent tour not sold by Holland America Line. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the victims.
So this happened today! After more than two years, cruising has returned to Vancouver! And Koningsdam was the first
#cruise
ship back in Canada, quite the honor! Join us out of Vancouver this summer to
#Alaska
! (photo):
@howtotravelbest
Rotterdam heads out of Trieste on her second set of sea trials today. After her first successful
#seatrials
this past week, she'll undergo rigorous tests en route back to Marghera for final outfitting before delivery in July! Retweet to say arrivederci to
#Rotterdam
!
Tomorrow is a big day for Holland America Line! Koningsdam will be the first
#cruise
ship back in Canada after a two-year absence! We can't wait to be back to
#Canada
cruising!
BREAKING NEWS: The wait is over! Holland America Line announces a return to
#ALASKA
this summer — starting in July — with roundtrip
#cruises
from Seattle aboard Nieuw Amsterdam! Read full details >>
"Every day I watch this beautiful ship in anticipation of the day we can take her out to sea filled with happy guests and an even happier crew. Being a captain with
#HALcruises
was a dream for me since I was a boy." - Eurodam Captain Arno Jutten.
#Curacao
It was an emotional day for Rotterdam recently as a small complement of team members moved on board. Many have been away from ships for over a year, and we are excited to have them back on board, getting ready for delivery later this month! Our family is reuniting. 🥰
Cheers to 150 years!!! We’re so grateful for everyone who made this day possible and can’t wait for you to join us as we continue this incredible journey.
#HollandAmerica150
#HollandAmerica
Westerdam Update: The Cambodian Ministry of Health has just issued a press release announcing that all 781 Westerdam passengers remaining in Cambodia have tested negative for coronavirus.
Inspection and clearance procedures are proceeding. Given the number of organizations involved in supporting today’s complex operations, it is taking time. We are grateful to everyone in Cambodia who are helping and welcoming us.
#BonVoyage
to all of our guests departing on the 2020 Grand World Voyage today from Fort Lauderdale! The next 128 days are going to be magical exploring South America, Antarctica, Australia, the Indian Ocean and Africa.
#WorldCruise
Westerdam is sailing for Bangkok, Thailand, where the current cruise that departed Feb. 1 will end on Thursday, February 13. Guests will be disembarking in Laem Chabang and transferring to Bangkok for their forward travel home. Full update here >>
Retweet to celebrate the 148th
#Anniversary
of our founding! As one of the most experienced cruise lines in the world, we're proud of our history and are excited for the future. Visit our blog for more amazing 148th
#Birthday
photos from our ships >>
Bon voyage to Nieuw Amsterdam and all of her guests! The ship departed Seattle this afternoon and is heading for
#Alaska
! What a beautiful send off for all on board.
#seayousoon
#worththewait
Westerdam has been cleared for debark in Sihanoukville. Cambodian Health Ministry announced that the 20 samples taken
onboard are confirmed negative for coronavirus by the Pasteur Laboratory in
Phnom Penh. There were never any suspected cases of coronavirus on board (1/3)
Good morning from
#Greece
! Today we are at Corfu, and it was wonderful to be greeted by two of our sister ships! Hello from Volendam and Zaandam! Retweet to say hello to our two beauties!
Among all the uncertainty and change, we have seen one resounding constant: our HAL family. It is more apparent now than ever before that an extraordinary connection exists between our guests and crew. From our family to yours, we hope you stay healthy and well.
#HALStrong
BREAKING NEWS | It is our privilege to name
@Oprah
Winfrey — philanthropist, film star, TV icon and editorial director of
@O_Magazine
— as godmother of Nieuw Statendam! RT to celebrate!
#OMAGonHAL
Yesterday was a huge day for our team members on Koningsdam! Thanks to
@sharphealthcare
and
@portofsandiego
for getting our crew vaccinated! Today is Noordam crew, tomorrow Nieuw Amsterdam. One step closer to our return to
#cruising
!
RT to wish Holland America Line a Happy 146th
#Birthday
! What started as shipping and passenger line Netherlands-American Steamship Company in 1873 is now an award-winning premium
#cruise
line. Join us in toasting this special day!
Brand Ambassador
@SethonHAL
is aboard Rotterdam and looking forward to coming home. Please join him and others by sending a short message or video to everyone on Rotterdam and Zaandam and use
#HALStrong
.
It's
#NationalHotTubDay
, and we wish we were soaking in a hot tub on our private verandah in the Pinnacle Suite on a Holland America Line
#cruise
. Retweet if you wish this was your view this
#SundayFunday
!
Rather than spending hours watching Rotterdam floating out and moving to its outfitting pier, check out this impressive time-lapse video of the process. Retweet if you're looking forward to the debut of our newest ship!
Farewell, Torbay! Oosterdam departed Torbay yesterday after an extended stay off the coast of the UK. Hotel Director Colin and his housekeeping team perfected this beautiful message to the community as a way to say thank you for being so hospitable.
#ThankYouTorbay
Today is our favorite day of the year! It's
#NationalTakeACruiseDay
, and we can't wait until we can take you on a
#cruise
to your dream destination. Retweet and tell us where you want to go!
We're excited to introduce our new Brand Ambassador,
@SethonHAL
! Seth will be a frequent traveler across the fleet and to destinations around the world, sharing his experience both on board and ashore through guests and crew. RT to welcome him
#aboard
!
#HALCruises
It's great to be home! Today,
#Rotterdam
arrived at her namesake city, Rotterdam in the Netherlands! It's where our first
#cruise
sailed from nearly 150 years ago, and we're thrilled to be here with our new ship! Her maiden voyage departs Oct. 20 from Amsterdam.
I spy with my little eye ... our beautiful Nieuw Amsterdam making way for
#Alaska
with stunning Mt. Rainier in the background! RT to wish her and all aboard fair winds and following seas.
A Humanitarian Crisis: Response to Cruise Ships Stranded at Sea Tests Our Deepest Human Values by Holland America Line President Orlando Ashford >>
#HALStrong
On Feb. 10 all 2,257 guests & crew were temperature-tested; not one person had an elevated temp. Debarking guests completed a health form, all passports were reviewed to ensure no one had traveled through mainland China. During the cruise, no indication of Covid-19 onboard. (2/2)
When you just find out you’re the first service dog who has sailed 700 nights on Holland America Line! Congratulations to Joska, recipient of the Platinum Medallion and our newest honorary 5-star Mariner.
#HollandAmerica150
We're back! You know you're on a Holland America Line ship when our daily mats greet you in the elevator! Today is Saturday, and we are getting ready to set sail for
#Alaska
! Retweet if you're ready to
#cruise
with us again!
#seayousoon
Sister ships Volendam and Zaandam are sitting pretty in Corfu,
#Greece
, as we await our return to service. Retweet if you can't wait to see them back out on the high seas. (photo) Zaandam Hotel Director Francois Birarda
#SeaYouSoon
Tulip season is in full swing in the Netherlands. Did you know that HAL has its own tulip, called the Signature Tulip? VP Int'l Sales Nico Bleichrodt (r) takes the first bush of HAL tulips of this year from grower Jan Pennings. RT if you'd like a bouquet of this beautiful bloom!
Today we take a moment to celebrate our Holland America Line family as we commemorate our 149th anniversary! Retweet to say
#HappyBirthday
and share your favorite Holland America Line memory!
We are happy to share that all Westerdam guests and our “go team” employees deployed to Cambodia are now home. We extend our sincerest thanks to everyone who worked tirelessly to get us through this complex situation. Full statement:
Our Fleet is Complete! Westerdam's team members cannot wait to welcome guests on board TODAY ... the last ship in our fleet to reenter service since the pause! We are excited to reach this milestone. RT to celebrate with us!
Good morning! In case you need a reminder, today is
#Tuesday
! Do you love to take photos of the mats on our ships? Retweet and show us your Tuesday pics!
Today marks the
#birthday
of our beautiful Westerdam! RT and share your favorite memory aboard this beloved ship. Bonus points for photos!
#HappyBirthday
We are
#FridayFeeling
over the moon to welcome Rotterdam back to the Marghera shipyard after successfully completing sea trials! We're one step closer to delivery in July 2021! Retweet to congratulate everyone involved in this important milestone!
To take a leadership position as a global citizen and ensure that we are doing everything we can to help stabilize the situation, Holland America Line will voluntarily pause all cruise operations for 30 days. More info here:
VIDEO | We want to thank our fans, guests, friends and partners for your outpouring of support in these unprecedented times. Please take a moment to watch this brief video from Holland America Line President Orlando Ashford.
For guests currently booked on upcoming cruises, Holland America Line is temporarily changing its cancellation policy and allowing guests to cancel their
#cruise
or Alaska Land+Sea Journey departing through May 31, 2020. For full details -->
NEWS | Holland America Line to
#cruise
the Greek Isles starting in August from Athens!
#Greece
cruises 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.
Last year, our On Deck for a Cause 5k walks focused on raising money to aid families in Ukraine. Today we presented a check for $450,000 to
@DirectRelief
to bring needed medical supplies to Ukraine. Thank you to our guests & team members who made this possible!
#HollandAmerica
As part of a charter agreement announced by Netherlands and City of Rotterdam government officials, Volendam will be used to accommodate Ukrainian refugees. Read full update here >>
Somewhere over the rainbow 🎶 there's a Holland America Line ship! Today is
#NationalFindARainbowDay
, and there's nothing prettier than seeing this gorgeous site. Retweet and show us your beautiful rainbow photos from a
#cruise
! 📷 travelandgetpaidpodcast
With Nieuw Amsterdam's canceled
#cruise
, Holland America Line donated 11 pallets of fresh fruit and vegetables from the ship to
@FeedingSouthFL
that would have gone unused. Thanks to
@FreedomFreshLLC
for the delivery assistance.
#GivingTuesday
We are excited to announce that Captain Werner Timmers has been named the master of
#Rotterdam
! He has been with Holland America Line for nearly 40 years, and we are honored to have him at the helm. Get to know him this week with a "Meet the Master" series of tweets.
#StayTuned
It's Zaandam's birthday today! Join us in wishing this incredible ship a very Happy Birthday by sharing your favorite memories and photos of your cruise(s) aboard her!
#FunFactFriday
: Did you know that we've only had these mats on our ships for the past decade? Retweet if you agree that time and days go away when you're on
#vacation
!
#TGIF
Good morning, Noordam! We can't get enough of the gorgeous hues in this
#SunriseSunday
photo taken when the ship was anchored La Paz. 📷: jaspervanstratum
They go together like peas & carrots, peanut butter & jelly, milk & cookies! Our Pinnacle Class Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam alongside together in Grand Turk are a perfect pair. (photo):
@SethonHAL
Today is the Day of the Seafarer, and we want to give thanks to all of our Holland America Line seafarers who continue to show resilience and courage in the face of the global health situation.
#SeafarersAreKeyWorkers
#DayOfTheSeafarer
#WeAreCruise