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Holland America Line’s Culinary Council Named ‘Best Culinary Initiative’ in Porthole Cruise Magazine’s 2016 Editor-in-Chief Awards

Esteemed group of world-renowned chefsearns accolades from cruise authority

Seattle, Wash., Jan. 20, 2017— Holland America Line's Culinary Council — a team of world-class celebritychefs — was named "Best Culinary Initiative" in Porthole Cruise Magazine's 2016Editor-in-Chief Awards. The annual awards are chosen by Bill Panoff, themagazine's editor-in-chief and publisher, who honors his favorite travelexperiences that left an impression in terms of service, quality and memorablemoments.

Thewinners were announced in the Jan./Feb. 2017 issue ofPorthole CruiseMagazine that hit newsstands Jan. 10 and online at Porthole.com.

"In partnershipwith our esteemed Culinary Council, Holland America Line has continued toelevate its culinary program through the guidance and influence of thesetalented chefs, and we're honored to receive this award from someone aswell-respected as Bill," said Orlando Ashford, president of Holland AmericaLine. "Our Culinary Council is one-of-a-kind in the cruise industry, and eachmember deserves this award for their dedication and commitment to keeping us atthe forefront of innovation."

The Culinary Council is acollaboration of some of the greatest international chefs, chaired by HollandAmerica Line's Master Chef Rudi Sodamin — a past recipient of Panoff's "BestCruise Line Chef" Editor-in-Chief Award. Sodamin leads Jonnie Boer, DavidBurke, Elizabeth Falkner and Jacques Torres in providing guidance and adviceabout onboard menus and culinary programming. The chefs also showcase signaturedishes on board, adding their own inspiration to the line's menus.

"HollandAmerica Line's cuisine has impressed me time and again, and I consider the lineat the forefront of the cruise industry's food and beverage offerings,"said Panoff. "Lead by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin, Holland America's CulinaryCouncil sets a high bar in terms of quality and excellence. I commend thechefs, the initiative and, ultimately, the culinary experience on board."

The bimonthly Porthole Cruise Magazine was established in 1993 andcovers all aspects of cruise travel. The magazine serves as a consumer cruisetravel magazine for experienced and first-time cruisers alike. Editorialemphasis is on cruise vacation information, ship reviews, news, popular portsof call and travel tips.

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

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About Holland America Line [a division ofCarnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCLand CUK)]

Holland America Line's fleetof 14 ships offers more than 500 cruises to more than 400 ports in 98countries, territories or dependencies around the world. From shorter getawaysto 113-day itineraries, the company's cruises visit all seven continents withhighlights including Antarctica explorations, South America circumnavigationsand exotic Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages;and popular sailings to the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England,Bermuda, Europe and the Panama Canal. The line currently has a new 2,650-guestship, ms Koningsdam, delivered in April 2016, as well as a secondPinnacle Class ship, ms Nieuw Statendam,due for delivery in November 2018.

The company recently announced$300 million in brand enhancements to secure its position as the leader inpremium cruising. Fleetwide, the ships feature innovative initiatives and adiverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination immersion andpersonalized travel. Guests can expand their knowledge onboard at an America'sTest Kitchen show; Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times and DigitalWorkshop powered by Windows. Outstanding entertainment fills each evening atvenues including Lincoln Center Stage, Billboard Onboard and B.B. King's BluesClub. The dining experience can be savored at a variety of restaurants withmenus that feature selections from Holland America Line's esteemed CulinaryCouncil that comprises world-famous chefs who design dishes exclusively for ourguests.

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