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Holland America’s VEENDAM is now the AEGEAN MAJESTY

Holland America ship ms VEENDAM has been in the port of Katakolo in Greece and has been renamed AEGEAN MAJESTY.

Holland America Invites Everyone on a Weeklong Virtual Voyage to Norway the Week of Aug. 16, 2020

Holland America Line is setting sail on social media once again, this time taking fans on a weeklong virtual cruise to Norway. “Departing” Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, guests can cruise aboard Nieuw Statendam as the ship follows Holland America Line’s popular “Norse Legends” itinerary.

Holland America Line’s New President, Gus Antorcha

Carnival Corporation today announced that Gus Antorcha, currently chief operations officer for Carnival Cruise Line, has been named president of Holland America Line, effective immediately.

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line to Resume Sailings July 25th New Health & Safety Measures Indicate Future of Cruising

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line today announced that sailings will resume onboard Grand Celebration July 25th and onboard Grand Classica October 3rd. Travelers booking two-night Bahamas ‘Micro-Cations’ can expect two-tier sanitation process, capacity control, enhanced sterilization and more.

Orlando Ashford to Leave Holland America Line After More than Five Years

Holland America Line President Orlando Ashford announced that he will be leaving the company at the end of May.

Holland America Line Extends Temporary Pause of its Global Ship Operations Until June 30

Holland America Line released the following statement today regarding its global ship operations today. The statement announces the extension of its global ship operations through June 30, 2020. The official statement reads as follows.

Princess Cruises’ Enchanted Princess Delivery Delayed

Princess Cruises confirms that the delivery of Enchanted Princess is delayed. A new delivery date has not been determined since the Fincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy) yard remains closed. Voyages through July 31 have been canceled.

Holland America will Protect Travel Advisor Commissions on Cancelled Cruises

Holland America promised to protect Travel Advisor commissions stating, “Recognizing the vital role travel advisors play in the success of the cruise industry, Holland America Line will protect travel advisor commissions on bookings for cancelled cruises that were paid in full and for the total amount of the Future Cruise Credits when guests rebook.”

Windstar Cruises Announces New Travel Assurance Booking Policy

Windstar believes vacations enrich people’s lives. The new Travel Assurance Booking Policy is an extra effort to ensure travelers feel comfortable booking a well-deserved cruise vacation now without fearing loss should they need to cancel.

Windstar Cruises Pauses Ship Operations Worldwide Due to Coronavirus Pandemic

“After much thought, we believe we are making the most responsible decision we can during this coronavirus pandemic,” said Christopher Prelog, chief operating officer of Windstar Cruises.