Holland America Line Celebrates King’s Day

Thursday, 4 May 2017 Liam Cusack Eva Jenner, HAL, King Willem-Alexander, King's Day, Netherlands, Oosterdam, Orlando Ashford

Seattle, WA. May 4, 2017 – At nearly 145 years old Holland America Line is steeped in heritage and tradition. What better way to embrace its roots and Dutch heritage than to celebrate King’s Day, a national holiday in the Netherlands which marks the birthday of King Willem-Alexander. This year King’s Day was on April 27th, 2017 and on board the ms Oosterdam some Holland America’s top executives joined in the festivities donning orange accessories, to celebrate the Royal House of Orange, and drinking toasts to the King’s health. The line honors the day with special King’s Day parties throughout the fleet.

Seen here in celebration on board the ms Oosterdam (from l. to r.) are the ship’s Hotel Director Prem Kainikkara; Senior Director, Trade Communication & Engagement Denella Ri’chard; President of Holland America Line Orlando Ashford; Oosterdam’s Captain Michiel Willems; and Vice President of Sales Eva Jenner.

Liam Cusack

Liam P. Cusack is the Managing Editor of Cruise & Travel Report (www.cruiseandtravelreport.com), a publication dedicated to providing travelers the same news that industry insiders receive. A self-described “travel nerd”, Liam is an Ocean Liner and Cruise Industry historian who has traveled to more than 60 countries, every US state and sailed on more than 60 cruises. After nearly two decades as an award-winning political journalist and investigative reporter at a major NYC daily newspaper, he decided to dedicate his career to helping avid travelers, like himself, be more well-informed. With Cruise & Travel Report, Liam strives to provide news and tips to make every vacation a dream vacation.