Holland America Line's Newest Ship - ms Nieuw Amsterdam - Highlights 2011
Europe Season

    
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<p><location>SEATTLE</location>, <chron>Jan. 25</chron> /CNW/ -- Holland America Line's 2011 <location>Europe</location> season will feature the newest Signature-class ship, ms Nieuw <location>Amsterdam</location>, on popular Mediterranean sailings and more round-trip and seven-day itineraries than ever before.</p>
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<p>Seven ships -- Nieuw <location>Amsterdam</location>, ms Eurodam, ms Noordam, ms <location>Rotterdam</location>, ms Prinsendam, ms Maasdam and ms Ryndam -- will be based in the region with the first voyage departing <chron>April 3</chron> on the Nieuw <location>Amsterdam</location> and the final trans-Atlantic sailing departing <chron>Nov. 7</chron> on the ms Prinsendam.</p>
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<p>"In 2011, we are catering to a broader range of interests as the appeal of cruising <location>Europe</location> continues to grow," said <person>Rick Meadows</person>, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs.  "By expanding our cruise opportunities -- both in new ports and varied itineraries -- we expect to entice both first-time and seasoned cruisers."</p>
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<p>The 2011 season has something for everyone. Featuring 15 maiden calls and offering overnight visits at 16 diverse ports, it marks the debut of several new European itineraries including two commemorative nine-day historical trans-Atlantic crossings aboard <location>Rotterdam</location> in July.</p>
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<p>Two Signature-class ships, Nieuw <location>Amsterdam</location> and Eurodam, will both sail European itineraries during the 2011 season. Eurodam, the line's first Signature-class ship, will start the <location>Europe</location> season with two seven-day Mediterranean sailings before continuing a series of mostly northern <location>Europe</location> itineraries. Nieuw <location>Amsterdam</location>, the newest ship, will sail the popular 12-day Mediterranean Romance, 12-day Tapestry and 12-day Empires itineraries as well as two seven-day Mediterranean cruises mid-season.</p>
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<p>Additional round-trip itineraries, which allow time to explore a departure city before or after the cruise, depart from nine European cities -- Tilbury and <location>Dover</location> (<location>London</location>), U.K.; Rome and <location>Venice</location>, <location>Italy</location>; <location>Barcelona</location>, <location>Spain</location>; <location>Athens</location>, <location>Greece</location>; <location>Copenhagen</location>, <location>Denmark</location>; and <location>Amsterdam</location> and <location>Rotterdam</location>, the <location>Netherlands</location>.  Additionally, the line will offer a round-trip sailing to the continent from <location>Boston</location>, Massachusetts, aboard the Maasdam in July.  For those short on time, 18 seven-day sailings provide an array of cruises exploring the Mediterranean, Norwegian Fjords or the Baltic.</p>
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<p>The season also will feature three new itineraries aboard the Ryndam. A 21-day Mediterranean Adventure offers a comprehensive tour of fascinating Mediterranean ports as well as the less-visited Sete, <location>France</location>, and Sardinia, <location>Italy</location>. The 14-day North Cape cruise features a crossing of the Arctic Circle and a sail by the North Cape and Norwegian ports. And an 11-day Canary Island Explorer sailing round-trip <location>Rotterdam</location> visits the Canary Islands, <location>Morocco</location> and <location>Spain</location>.</p>
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<p>More ambitious cruisers looking to expand their port collections can combine itineraries for a Collectors' Voyage, which range from 14 to 45 days and are perfect for true explorers who seek an in-depth experience at an exceptional value.</p>
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<p>Fares start at <money>$999</money> per person, double occupancy, for a seven-day voyage. For guests booking before <chron>June 1, 2010</chron>, there is an Early Booking Bonus of a choice of dinner for two in the Pinnacle Grill or Tamarind, or a welcome bottle of champagne on embarkation day.</p>
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<p>For more information or to book a 2011 <location>Europe</location> cruise, contact a professional travel agent, call 1-877-SAIL-HAL (1-877-724-5425) or visit <a href="http://www.hollandamerica.com">www.hollandamerica.com</a>.</p>
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<p>About Holland <person>America Line</person> [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE:  CCL and CUK)]</p>
<p>Holland America Line's fleet of 14 ships offers nearly 500 cruises to 320 ports in more than 100 countries, territories or dependencies.  Two- to 108-day itineraries visit all seven continents, and highlights include Antarctica, <location>South America</location>, Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; a Grand World Voyage; and popular sailings to ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, <location>Mexico</location>, Canada/New England, <location>Europe</location> and <location>Panama</location> Canal.  A 15th ship is scheduled to join the fleet on <chron>July 4, 2010</chron>.</p>
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<p>Fleetwide, the company features Signature of Excellence enhancements, a commitment totaling more than <money>$525 million</money>, that showcase the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine -- a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts provide cooking demonstrations and classes -- Explorations Cafe powered by The New York Times, teens-only activity areas and all new stateroom amenities highlighted by flat-panel TVs and plush Euro-top Mariner's Dream Beds.</p>
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