2016 Alaska LAND+SEA Yukon JOURNEYS & CRUISES MAY–SEPTEMBER THREE DISTINCT EXPERIENCES YUKON+DENALI Land+Sea Journeys DENALI Land+Sea Journeys ALASKA CRUISES A VARIETY OF CHOICES including Triple, Double and Single nights in Denali In few places is NATURAL MAJESTY so gloriously expressed Come, let us show you a land where mountains seem to touch the sky, glaciers flow right to the sea and elegance balances perfectly with adventure. Coldfoot GATES OF THE ARCTIC NATIONAL PARK Optional excursion — See page 66. The seldom-seen wonders of the Yukon just got closer, thanks to a short, 1-hour flight between Dawson City and Fairbanks. DENALI NATIONAL PARK Fairbanks Discover breathtaking wilderness and North America’s tallest mountain from our very own magnificent base resort. Included on all Denali Land+Sea Journeys. ALASKA DENALI Land+Sea Journeys Talkeetna Your destination for Mt. McKinley and abundant wildlife sightings. See page 38. Anchorage Alyeska Seward Homer KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK Optional excursion — See page 66. Kodiak ALASKA Cruises Stunning glaciers, serene Inside Passage cruising, rustic seaside towns, intriguing native culture. See page 52. 2 Holland America Line DISCOVER E CIRCL ARCTIC alaska & the yukon Vast, wild, beautiful. Trust Holland America Line, the leader in Alaska travel, to create vacations that cover everything you need to see. TOMBSTONE PARK Dawson City Don’t miss this rollicking ALASKA gold rush Yukon town near YUKON majestic Tombstone Park. Just a 1-hour flight from Fairbanks, included in your TABLE OF CONTENTS Yukon+Denali Journey. YUKON+ DENALI M AY —SEPTEMBER 2016 Land+Sea Journeys Combine cruising with 5 | Welcome Whitehorse vast wilderness, gold 6 | The Holland America Line rush flavor, Mt. McKinley and wonders off the Difference beaten track. 16 | Signature Alaska: See page 24. Holland America Line Skagway/Haines 22 | Three Perfect Great Land Vacations 24 | Yukon+Denali HUBBARD Juneau Land+Sea Journeys GLACIER 34 | Yukon+Denali GLACIER BAY Icy Strait Point TRACY ARM/ Itineraries NATIONAL PARK TWIN SAWYER Alaska’s premier GLACIERS 38 | Denali Land+Sea Journeys glacier-viewing destination and a “must-see” for 48 | Denali Itineraries cruise guests. Sitka 52 | 7- or 14-Day Alaska Cruises Ketchikan 62 | Alaska Cruise Itineraries 66 | Customize Your Vacation MISTY FJORDS NATIONAL 76 | Mariner Society® MONUMENT Rewards Program GULF OF 78 | Frequently Asked Questions ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE 80 | Staterooms & Deck Plans Victoria Vancouver 98 | Important Policies Seattle » 100 | Our Five-Star World OUR SIGNATURE STYLE welcome to We look forward to welcoming you to the Great Land in 2016 and OUR ALASKA sharing an incomparable vacation experience together. We’ve been showing guests the wonders of Alaska for nearly 70 years . longer than any other company, and even longer than Alaska has been a state. Our cruises and Land+Sea Journeys have been carefully curated to reflect that vast experience. Cruising, of course, is our specialty and our elegant, mid-sized ships — with their spacious decks and sophisticated ambiance — are made for viewing Alaska’s pristine fjords, abundant marine habitat and friendly frontier towns. Glaciers are the centerpiece of every Alaska cruise, and we’re proud to present the twin Sawyer Glaciers of Tracy Arm, mammoth Hubbard Glacier (the largest tidewater glacier in North America) and spectacular Glacier Bay National Park. All breathtaking. We are also passionate about overland journeys. Come with us to discover must-see sights like Denali National Park — the centerpiece of every Land+Sea Journey — as well as seldom-seen highlights such as Dawson City in the heart of Klondike Gold Rush Country. At the McKinley Chalet Resort on the banks of the Nenana River, we offer a unique base camp near the gates of Denali National Park from which to experience this magnificent wilderness area. Look for newly updated accommodations along the river, an amphitheater for interpretive talks, on-site raft departures, and much more. Alaska by itself is nature’s miracle. The Holland America Line difference is the way we showcase it. A Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali that takes you deep into the park for the best wildlife viewing. A paddlewheeler cruise on the Yukon River. Extra-long days in port. And professional Alaska experts whose knowledge is broad and whose enthusiasm is infectious. Are you ready to feel your jaw drop? Join us, the leader in Great Land travel, and experience the ultimate Alaska vacation. Sincerely, Orlando Ashford President Holland America Line Spaciousness, FLIGHT RAIL MOTORCOACH comfort, Every Yukon+Denali The art of arrival: Wide leather seats, views, ease: the Journey includes aboard our glass- lavish legroom — hallmarks of a convenient domed McKinley our Explorer how we travel. 1-hour flight Explorer® or the Coaches create a between Fairbanks historic White refined ambiance and Dawson City. Pass & Yukon for highway travel. Route Railway. hollandamerica.com 5 UNTAMED 6 Holland America Line meet GRAC IOUS hollandamerica.com 7 a place where EXHILARATING 8 Holland America Line and REFINED intersect hollandamerica.com 9 AWAKENING your sense of adventure 10 Holland America Line and WELCOMING you on your journey hollandamerica.com 11 SOPHISTICATED DINING From a light lunch in the Lido to a festive five-course dinner, prepare for culinary delights that suit your every mood. The freedom to dine “As You Wish®” The Pinnacle Grill experience D Rise and shine for breakfast or sleep late Intimate dining featuring premium seafood and have it delivered to your room. Choose and choice, sustainably raised beef from a pre-set seating and dining time or revel in Washington State’s Double R Ranch spontaneity. It’s up to you. New York Pizza◆ Indulgent personal pan pizzas and creative salads are served up poolside ® Canaletto, for Italian fare* Featuring delicious Italian cuisine and a variety of shareable dishes to enjoy with As members of our advisory Culinary family and friends Council®, some of the world’s most acclaimed chefs help direct our culinary program and Quick, casual, relaxed: the Lido have contributed signature dishes to our menus. ■ Fresh, cooked-to-order specialties for breakfast Working with our own Master Chef, Rudi and lunch Sodamin — named Best Cruise Line Chef by ■ Evening dinner entrées from both the Lido and Porthole Cruise Magazine — they help take main Dining Room dining on board to new heights. Light bites throughout the day Tamarind, Asian influence* ■ Explorations Café, powered by The New Aboard ms Nieuw Amsterdam, Tamarind delights York Times, for pastries and espresso drinks diners with exotic menus evoking the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, China and Japan. ■ Dive-In for a perfectly grilled gourmet burger, hot dog and french fries served alfresco by The elegant main Dining Room the pool ■ Gracious setting for breakfast, lunch and ■ Afternoon tea, elevated to Royal Dutch dinner complete with gleaming fine china and High Tea once during every cruise crisp, white table linens ■ 24-hour In-Room Dining included in your ■ Classic favorites, regionally inspired cuisine cruise fare including seafood and vegetarian options * Nominal fee for dinner. D Nominal fee for lunch and dinner. ◆ 12 Holland America Line ms Koningsdam features New York Deli & Pizza. GRACIOUS SERVICE From the moment you arrive, you are welcomed as an honored friend. Expect service that is personal, impeccable and unfailingly warm. Our signature service style In our restaurants Our academy-trained professional crew ■ Two expert servers per table in the members take genuine pride in making main Dining Room to ensure perfectly your cruise relaxing and remarkable in orchestrated service every way. Gracious, prompt attention is ■ Executive chefs inducted into the prestigious the rule. Whether you desire two sugars Confrérie de la Chaîne des RôtisseursTM in your tea or ice delivered to your suite culinary society at 5:00pm, it is our pleasure to remember your every preference. Throughout the ship Our warm, intuitive style of service is ■ Expert fitness instructors in yoga, Pilates best demonstrated in dozens of small and and weight-training generous acts no amount of training can ■ European-trained aestheticians in the Spa instill. Our crew members consistently win awards; more importantly, they win hearts. ■ Gaming lessons offered by the Casino staff ■ Beverage service on deck featuring In your stateroom handcrafted cocktails and signature recipes ■ Twice-daily housekeeping created by our knowledgeable bar staff ■ Nightly turndown service ■ Complimentary shoe shining, ice service hollandamerica.com 13 INSPIRED ACTIVITIES Come discover new skills, be dazzled by entertainment and fun, be active, be leisurely. Enjoy a different day, every day. Culinary Arts Center Alive at night Enjoy regional cooking demonstrations Nights on board brim with choices. Begin in our show kitchen at sea or attend a the evening with drinks and dancing. After hands-on cooking class with our talented dinner, musical productions dazzle audiences chefs or with cookbook authors from the in the ship’s state-of-the-art show lounge. pages of Food & Wine®. Try new wine Other options include and food pairings with a guest vintner. ■ Movies It is all part of the Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine® magazine. ■ Gaming action in the Casino ■ Direct from Beale Street, our B.B. King Just for youtht All-Star Band brings the best of Memphis ■ Club HAL® for ages 3–7 and ages 8–12 music to the Queen’s Lounge◆ with stories, treasure hunts, arts and ■ Adagio, a classical ensemble crafts and more ■ Mix, featuring three specialty bars◆ ■ Kids & Teens Culinary Workshops ■ Sing-along piano bar◆ ■ The Loft exclusively for teens Relax and recharge Digital Workshop, powered by Windows Work out in the fully equipped Fitness ■ Free informative sessions led by a Center. Or relax for hours in the Greenhouse Microsoft-trained Digital Workshop Host Spa & Salont enjoying options such as a ■ Photo editing and camera skills pampering scalp massage, Elemis Aroma Stone Therapy Massage, Le Thérapie ■ Tips on movie making, blogging and social networking Hydralift Facial and more.