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2019–2020 CARIBBEAN OCTOBER 2019–APRIL 2020 WE WERE BORN TO VOYAGE Bringing the world closer, journey by journey. This is why we sail. hollandamerica.com 1 ENJOY A MOMENT with newfound friends. Revel in an unhurried pace and a refined ambiance shared by fewer guests. DISCOVER A TAPESTRY of textures — from details like the intricate etching of an art piece to the sumptuous surroundings of our spa. WELCOME ABOARD Venture ashore to discover astonishing landscapes and cultures. Return to the familiar, intimate elegance of your Holland America Line ship. EVERY DETAIL, EVERY DAY, FOR THE BEST SERVICE AT SEA SIGNATURE STYLE From the moment you arrive, you are welcomed as a friend. As you settle into your SPOTLESS stateroom service spacious stateroom, your room steward may stop by to ensure everything is in twice a day order, taking a moment to learn your name to greet you personally each day. ATTENTIVE servers in At the pool, the whir of a blender tells you the bartender has already discovered The Dining Room dedicated your preference for an iced daiquiri in the afternoon. In The Dining Room, your to pleasing you salad dressing is on the side, just as you wish. PROFESSIONAL casino Gracious and warmly attentive. Never in the way, yet always close at hand. croupiers, European-trained Ours are the service traditions that have always been at the heart of classic spa aestheticians, top-shelf cruising — more prized than ever among new generations who know that when bar staff it comes to travel, service is the ultimate luxury. EXC GUIDES™ to personalize your journey according to INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED your interests Our academy-trained crew members regularly win the industry’s top honors. More importantly, they win hearts with each thoughtful gesture. BEST BESTOVERALL BEST “TOP” BEST SHORE CRUISEVALUE NEWSHIP AWARDS DINING EXCURSIONS e Years am 25 Consecutiv Koningsd CRUISECRITIC CRUISECRITIC PORTHOLE CRUISERS’ EDITORS’PICK CRUISEMAGAZINE WORLDOCEAN& CHOICE AWARDS READERS’ CRUISELINER TRAVELAGEWEST CHOICE SOCIETY WAVEAWARDS BEST HIGHEST MOST SUPER BEST CRUISELINEFOR GUEST ECOFRIENDLY HALLOFFAME PRIVATEISLAND SHOWS&NIGHTLIFE SATISFACTION CRUISELINE e Years ve Years 22 Consecutiv 17 Consecuti PORTHOLE PORTHOLE TRAVELAGEWEST TRAVELAGEWEST CRUISEMAGAZINE TOPCRUISELINES CRUISEMAGAZINE WAVEAWARDS WAVEAWARDS READERS’ TRAVELLEISURE READERS’ CHOICE CHOICE hollandamerica.com 3 TALENTED MUSICIANS bring the best of Memphis music to sea at B.B. King's Blues Club. And every meal is an opportunity for celebration. Tomorrow another exotic port of call awaits. EACH DAY BRINGS a new wonder to discover, a new path to forge. And each night is an opportunity to celebrate another outstanding meal. ONLY ON HOLLAND AMERICA LINE SPACIOUS, PERFECTLY SIZED SHIPS For more than 145 years, Holland America Line has held true to the timeless BESTCULINARY INNOVATOR elegance of ocean travel. Our perfectly sized ships are beautifully appointed Sodamin Master Chef with a contemporary twist. From museum-quality art and fresh flowers to PORTHOLE spacious public rooms, uncrowded outdoor viewing areas and a wraparound CRUISEMAGAZINE EDITORINCHIEF Promenade Deck, guests experience small touches that surprise and delight AWARDS at every turn. Above all, the genuine warmth and hospitality of our crew keep guests returning, journey after journey. A TASTE OF CULINARY MASTERY CULINARY EXCELLENCE From classic favorites The Holland America Line culinary experience begins with superb dining and vegetarian choices to influenced by our Culinary Council®, an elite team of seven world-renowned regionally inspired cuisine, chefs. No other cruise line has a team of seven global culinary experts each meal is a triumph of partnering with it to enhance all aspects of the dining experience. The Dining freshness, creativity and Room is renowned for everyday excellence, while restaurants like Pinnacle Grill, diversity. Our culinary team Tamarind and Canaletto offer specialty options. Guests can enjoy an extensive is led by award-winning wine selection, chosen by our Wine Curator James Suckling, and spirits Master Chef Rudi Sodamin. enthusiasts appreciate our classic cocktails with direction from our Master Mixologist Dale DeGroff. But the culinary experiences don’t stop there, as guests can hone their skills with America’s Test Kitchen live shows and experience exclusive culinary excursions in partnership with FOOD & WINE® magazine. EXCLUSIVE ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT Through exclusive partnerships with highly acclaimed brands in entertainment and personal enrichment, Holland America Line ensures both days and nights are filled with delight and inspiration. Music Walk® features live performances at Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King’s Blues Club and Billboard Onboard. O, The Oprah Magazine programming offers activities for mind and body. Guests can also enjoy America’s Test Kitchen live cooking shows; the art of winemaking at BLEND, an exclusive collaboration with Chateau Ste. Michelle; Digital Workshop powered by Windows; and discover the marvels of the natural world with BBC Earth Experiences. TRAVEL EXPERIENCES TRANSFORMED Explorations Central™ (EXC™) is Holland America Line’s proprietary collection of programs, events, resources and excursions that helps guests immerse themselves in the places and cultures we visit. Plus, our carefully curated shore excursions feature professional, local guides and independent tour operators who meet our high standards, and our Best Price Guarantee ensures guests can book with total confidence. Dining, entertainment and activities vary by ship and itinerary. hollandamerica.com 5 NORTH AMERICA SHADES OF PARADISE UNITED CARIBBEAN STATES FTLAUDERDALE ALL DIRECTIONS POINT TO BLISS Atlantic Gulf of Ocean Mexico Nassau European powers have all planted their flags in the Caribbean, Key West THEBAHAMAS bringing with them a rich diversity of cultures and influences for Half Moon you to experience. To the world-class diving sites and ancient Cay Maya ruins of the Western Caribbean we bring something new Havana under our Caribbean sun: Cuba! It’s your chance to connect with CUBA Cienfuegos the people and history of this fascinating island nation that has Grand Turk long been off-limits to American visitors. TURKS&CAICOS Cozumel US&BRITISH Join the local beach scene in the Eastern Caribbean, unequaled VIRGINISLANDS MEXICO for its beautiful sands. Think Magens Bay on St. Thomas or the Amber Cove Charlotte Amalie Cruz Bay (St. John) (St. Thomas) Road Town (Tortola) 365 beaches on Antigua. But none is more inviting than the silky, Costa Maya George Town DOMINICAN CAYMAN Falmouth REPUBLIC San Juan Philipsburg white-sand beach on Half Moon Cay, our private island with a Ocho Rios ISLANDS PUERTORICO STMAARTEN Bahamian bent. Or cruise deep into the Southern Caribbean JAMAICA Frederiksted St. John’s Basseterre to sunny Dutch islands where restaurateurs and shopkeepers (St. Croix) ANTIGUA STKITTS welcome you in the Creole language spoken throughout the Mahogany &NEVIS Bay Point-à-Pitre Netherlands Antilles. Bon dia! HONDURAS GUADELOUPE Roseau Caribbean DOMINICA Sea Fort-de-France Castries MARTINIQUE Willemstad STLUCIA Bridgetown 10 12 16 CURAÇAO Kingstown Oranjestad BARBADOS WESTERN SOUTHERN EASTERN STVINCENT ARUBA Kralendijk CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN BONAIRE St. George’s & CUBA GRENADA Scarborough Pacic Colón PANAMA CANAL Port-of-Spain TRINIDAD Ocean GATÚN LAKE Cartagena &TOBAGO Puerto Limón COLOMBIA COSTA RICA PANAMA BEST BEST PRIVATEISLAND PRIVATE ars ISLAND onsecutive Ye 17 C TRAVELWEEKLY PORTHOLE READERS’CHOICE CRUISEMAGAZINE AWARDS READERS’ SOUTH CHOICE AMERICA 6 Holland America Line NORTH AMERICA UNITED STATES FTLAUDERDALE Atlantic Gulf of Ocean Mexico Nassau Key West THEBAHAMAS Half Moon Cay Havana CUBA Cienfuegos Grand Turk TURKS&CAICOS Cozumel US&BRITISH VIRGINISLANDS MEXICO Amber Cove Charlotte Amalie Cruz Bay (St. John) (St. Thomas) Road Town (Tortola) Costa Maya George Town DOMINICAN CAYMAN Falmouth REPUBLIC San Juan Philipsburg Ocho Rios ISLANDS PUERTORICO STMAARTEN JAMAICA Frederiksted St. John’s Basseterre (St. Croix) ANTIGUA STKITTS Mahogany &NEVIS Bay Point-à-Pitre HONDURAS GUADELOUPE Roseau Caribbean DOMINICA Sea Fort-de-France Castries MARTINIQUE Willemstad STLUCIA Bridgetown CURAÇAO Kingstown BARBADOS Oranjestad STVINCENT ARUBA Kralendijk BONAIRE St. George’s GRENADA Scarborough Pacic Colón PANAMA CANAL Port-of-Spain TRINIDAD Ocean GATÚN LAKE Cartagena &TOBAGO Puerto Limón COLOMBIA COSTA RICA PANAMA SOUTH AMERICA hollandamerica.com 7 FEATURED ITINERARY YOUR OWN PRIVATE ISLAND HALF MOON CAY THE BEST PRIVATE ISLAND EXPERIENCE There’s a reason the white-sand beaches Travel Weekly have also named it the of Half Moon Cay feel so good between best. Quietly count egrets in the wild bird your toes: They’re here just for you. We preserve or swim with curious stingrays. purchased this 2,400-acre island paradise Along a two-mile expanse of powdery more than 20 years ago to create a beach, you can truly be alone with your protected sanctuary for wildlife — and an thoughts — or your horse, if you like to exclusive getaway for our guests. Today ride. Play in crystal-clear waters aboard a it’s known as the most exclusive private catamaran, kayak or paddleboard. Retire island in the Caribbean and has been later to a freshly remodeled private villa. named “Best Private Island” in Porthole However you spend your time here, we Cruise Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards invite you to take its blissful calm with you. for 17 straight years, and the readers of 8 Holland