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Holland America Line’s ms Eurodam Receives Innovative New Bar, Entertainment Venues and Suite Upgrades in Dry Dock

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Seattle, Wash., Jan. 19, 2016 –When ms Eurodam re-entered service Dec. 20, 2015, following a scheduled14-day dry dock in the Bahamas, guests were introduced to several new conceptsrecently announced by Holland America Line. The most notable new additions areLincoln Center Stage, in partnership with LincolnCenter for the Performing Arts, showcasing an ensemble performingchamber music; Billboard Onboard, in partnership with Billboard, featuring50 years of chart-topping hits; and Gallery Bar, making its debut in the formerNorthern Lights venue.

Thetraditional Lido became Lido Market and received an upgrade in service andmenu, and New York Pizza replaced Slice. Eurodam also is the firstHolland America Line ship to undergo extensive enhancements to its suites aspart of a $300 million brand enhancement initiative announced in November.

“To keep theonboard experience fresh, we’re always working to create new and innovativeconcepts to delight our guests,” said Orlando Ashford, Holland America Line’spresident. “Gallery Bar is a completely new venue for us, and several otherenhancements are just starting to make their way onto the fleet, so it’sexciting that our guests are finally able to experience them all together forthe first time on Eurodam.”

EntertainmentExpands with Lincoln Center Stage and Billboard Onboard
Guests have moreentertainment options than ever before with the addition of Lincoln CenterStage and Billboard Onboard, which complement the already-existing and wildlypopular B.B. King’s Blues Club. Under the exclusive partnership, Lincoln CenterStage showcases an ensemble of world-class musicians performing multiplechamber music programs nightly. On those occasions when guests are enjoying aleisurely day at sea aboard ship, the ensemble plays afternoon recitals.

BillboardOnboard features the talents of live musicians — including two pianists, aguitarist and a DJ — who take turns performing dynamic shows centered aroundthe interesting facts and figures of the music industry as chronicled by Billboard.Between the nightly sets and songs, guests can sing and play along with triviaquestions presentedon screens throughout the room.

msOosterdamwill also receive these venues during its April dry dock, and other Vista- andSignature-class ships will see the additions over the next few years.

Raising aGlass in Gallery Bar
During the dry dock, Eurodamreceived the line’s first Gallery Bar.The sophisticated venue, serving anexclusive cocktail menu by celebrity mixologist Dale DeGroff, replaces NorthernLights and is adorned with an eclectic and whimsical mix of artwork includingportraits, landscapes, still-life and abstract pieces. The décor was designedto engage guests and facilitate conversations in a relaxing environment. Itwill be introduced on ms Nieuw Amsterdam, msNoordam, ms Westerdam, ms Oosterdam and ms Zuiderdamby May 2018 as the ships enter their respective dry docks.

Food andService Reign at Lido Market
The traditional casualLido buffet has been transformed into the new Lido Market concept — amarketplace with different themed stations offering a select array of deliciousoptions guests can grab on the go or have quickly made to order, from classiccomfort food to dishes from around the globe to freshly made personalizedsalads.

The range ofchoices includes specialty stations such as Breadboard, with fresh-baked breadsand pastries; Wild Harvest, offering a bountiful selection of ingredients formade-to-order salads; Homestead, serving up comfort classics; Distant Lands,featuring exotic flavors from around the globe;Market Central, serving continental breakfast or light meals to go; Perk, wherefreshly brewed coffee, hot and iced tea and chilled juices are available; andSweet Spot, dishing up delightful ice cream creations and desserts.

Service atLido Market is enhanced with coffee, juices, water and iced tea servedtableside; and in the evening the tables have an upgraded setting withplacemats, glassware and cutlery awaiting guests after they select their foodfrom the new menu.

Pizza Madethe New York Way
New York Pizza, whichdebuted on ms Nieuw Amsterdam, replaces Slice. New York Pizza offersfive Big Apple-themed thin-crust personal pizzas made to order in less than 10minutes, as well as the option to select your own preferred toppings from anextensive list. After ordering, diners are given a pager to alert them whentheir pie comes out of the oven. In the meantime, they can enjoy a salad, andafterwards the pizzeria offers a couple of sweet desserts to top off the meal.

SuiteAccommodations Just Got Better
Eurodam is the first ship in the fleet toreceive the suite upgrades planned for the line’s Signature-, Vista- and R-classships. The main living area in each suite was refreshed with new furniture,carpet, wall coverings and soft goods. Electronic upgrades included a new USBoutlet added to the bed’s headboard, bedside LED reading lights, upgradedelectrical outlets and a lighted closet rod. Neptune and Pinnacle suites alsoreceived a Bose Bluetooth speaker.

Suitebathrooms also received a makeover, with designer glass tile serving as abackdrop to the refreshed vanity area. Other enhancements include contemporarymirrors with integrated LED lighting, stylish floor tiles and a nightlight.

A newinteractive television system was installed throughout the ship, featuringlarge LED flat-screen TV’s with complimentary movies on demand as well as easyaccess to the daily program and shipboard information including restaurantoverviews, spa services and guest billing.

For more information about Holland America Line,consult a travel professional, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.

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