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Seven Holland America Line Ships to Sail 98 Caribbean Departures Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale and Tampa in 2015-16

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Seattle, Wash., June 24, 2015 —With longer itineraries and a unique mid-size ship experience, Holland AmericaLine’s 2015-16 Caribbean season features a diverse range of options up to 21days that include not-to-be-missed calls and ports not regularly found ontypical Caribbean cruises.

Seven of the line’s premium ships will explore the entire region on cruisesthat sail roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., while ms Veendam returns tothe Caribbean in January 2016 to take over the roundtrip Tampa, Fla.,departures.

“Holland America Line provides the most port intensive and exclusive experiencein the Caribbean, with a breadth of itinerary options to highlight thediversity of the region to our guests,” said Orlando Ashford, president ofHolland America Line. “The Caribbean is a popular destination because it’s arelaxing, tropical paradise that’s accessible to so many travelers, and byoffering a wide range of ships and itineraries, we’re able to offer a dreamvacation at a great value.”

From October 2015 through April 2016, msEurodam, ms Maasdam, ms Nieuw Amsterdam, ms Oosterdam, ms Veendam, msWesterdam, ms Prinsendam andms Zuiderdam sail a total of 98 seven-, 10-, 11-, 12- and 14-daycruises that can be combined into longer Collectors’ Voyages ranging from 14 to21 days. The itineraries span the Caribbean on eastern, western and southernroutes, as well as a partial transit of the Panama Canal.

All Fort Lauderdale itineraries feature a call at Half Moon Cay, the line’saward-winning private Bahamian island known for its pristine beaches, excitingshore excursions, exclusive beach cabanas and child-friendly activities.

Roundtrip FortLauderdale Itineraries
During the season, Eurodamand NieuwAmsterdam will sail a series of seven-day eastern and westernCaribbean itineraries that can be combined to form 14-day Collectors’ Voyagesspanning both regions. Westerdammaintains a weekly schedule of seven-day eastern Caribbean cruises,while Maasdam sailsseven- and 10-day eastern routes, as well as longer 11-day southern itineraries.Oosterdam alsofeatures 10- and 11-day southern Caribbean cruises ideal for guests looking fora longer vacation.

The Nieuw Amsterdamwill also feature a new seven-day Tropical Caribbean itinerary in 2016 thatcalls on maiden port Amber Cove, Carnival Corporation’s new $85 million cruisecenter in the Dominican Republic. Located near the historic town of PuertoPlata, Amber Cover will provide access to a purpose-built facility with awelcome center, craft marketplace, eateries, a swimming pool and transportationhub for access to inland shore tours for a wide variety of interests.

In addition to the 14-day Collectors’ Voyages, other itineraries can becombined to form a diverse range of options, including a 21-day southern cruiseon Oosterdam,a 21-day southern and eastern option on Maasdamand a 17-day nonrepeating double-eastern route, also on Maasdam.

Partial Panama CanalTransits
Guests looking to explore the Panama Canal without going through to the WestCoast can embark on a convenient roundtrip Fort Lauderdale partial transitaboard Zuiderdam.The ship makes its way to Gatún Lake and spends the day leisurely sceniccruising. During the 10- and 11-day departures the ship also visits severalCaribbean ports.

Zuiderdam recentlyunderwent an extensive drydock to add 25 new staterooms and enhance severalpublic areas — including the dining room, Neptune Lounge, Canaletto restaurant,The Greenhouse Spa and Salon, and the Dive-In outdoor grill serving signatureburgers — with new furniture, signage, carpet and design updates.

Roundtrip TampaItineraries
Beginning in January 2016, Veendamspends the Caribbean season cruising roundtrip from Tampa onseven-day western and 12- and 14-day southern itineraries. The seven- and14-day options can be combined to form a 21-day western/southern CaribbeanCollectors’ Voyage.

Celebrate the Seasonwith a Festive Holiday Cruise
For travelers who like to get away from the hustle, and chill of December, theholiday season is a special time onboard. A total of 13 holiday sailings willply the warm waters of the Caribbean on far-reaching itineraries ranging fromseven to 16 days. Several non-repeating itineraries can be combined to form 14-or 21-day Holiday Collectors’ Voyages. Prinsendamalso offers a 16-day southern Caribbean cruise, departing Dec. 19, 2015,sailing during both Christmas and New Year’s Day.

During the holiday cruises, guests can take part in a Christmas tree lightingceremony, enjoy traditional holiday meals with all of the trimmings and indulgein a special Royal Dutch High Tea with fanciful holiday cookies and pastries.The ships’ international crew chorus performs a magical holiday show, whilecaroling and sing-alongs take place around the ship. Kids will delight in avisit from Santa Claus and holiday-themed crafts.

The New Year’s Eve sailings are the ideal setting to ring in a new year,featuring a festive holiday ball with a Champagne toast.

Go On Location inthe Caribbean
On each cruise, regional cultural experiences are brought onboard, such as theIsland Magic Steel Drum Band, learning to weave and craft with palm leaves andlocal rum tastings – all part of Holland America Line’s On Location program.The itinerary sets the stage for guests to indulge in localized experiencesthat makes the journey as enriching as the ports of call through lectures,demonstrations and performances.

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

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AboutHolland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE:CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line’s fleet of 15 ships offers more than 500 cruises to 415ports in 98 countries, territories or dependencies. One- to 110-dayitineraries visit all seven continents and highlights include Antarctica, SouthAmerica, Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages; andpopular sailings to ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England,Europe and the Panama Canal. The line currently has a new 2,650-guest ship, ms Koningsdam, onorder for delivery in April 2016 from Fincantieri shipyard, as well as a secondPinnacle Class ship due for delivery in November 2018.

Fleetwide, the company features Signature of Excellence enhancements, acommitment totaling more than $500 million, that showcase the Culinary ArtsCenter presented by Food & Wine magazine — a state-of-the-art onboard showkitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts providecooking demonstrations and classes — Explorations Café powered by The New YorkTimes, Digital Workshop powered by Windows, teens-only activity areas and all-newstateroom amenities highlighted by flat-panel TVs and plush Euro-top Mariner’sDream Beds.

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