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Holland America Line Hosts Luncheon in Tampa on ms Veendam for the America Red Cross
Seattle, Wash., Feb.2, 2016 — On Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at Tampa,Fla., Holland America Line hosted a luncheon aboard ms Veendam for the local chapter of the American Red Cross, one of thecompany’s community partners. <?xml:namespace prefix="o" ns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office"?>
Following the luncheon and a presentation, guests wereinvited to tour the ship before disembarking.
“The variety of aid that the American Red Cross isable to provide in times of need is remarkable, and we are honored to host themon board for their annual luncheon,” said Orlando Ashford, president of HollandAmerica Line. “We are proud to partner with an organization that has such atremendous impact both worldwide and on a local level.”
The American Red Cross prevents andalleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the powerof volunteers and the generosity of donors.
The Central Florida Region of theAmerican Red Cross serves more than 8 million people. Founded in 1917, 36 yearsafter the founding of the American Red Cross, the local Tampa chapter providesfood and shelter in emergencies, assists members of the armed forces and theirfamilies, teaches lifesaving skills and more. All American Red Cross disasterassistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money fromthe American people.
“Without community partners like HollandAmerica Line, our chapter of the American Red Cross would not be able to impactthe lives of so many people,” said Linda Jorge Carbone, regional chiefexecutive officer of the American Red Cross Central Florida Region andexecutive director of the Tampa Bay Chapter. “Thank you to Holland America Linefor hosting this event in such a unique and beautiful setting.”
For more information about the TampaBay Chapter of the American Red Cross, visit
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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About Holland America Line [a division ofCarnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCLand CUK)]
Holland America Line’s fleet of 13 ships offers more than 500cruises to more than 400 ports in 98 countries, territories or dependenciesaround the world. From shorter getaways to 115-day itineraries, the company’scruises visit all seven continents with highlights including Antarcticaexplorations, South America circumnavigations and exotic Australia/New Zealandand Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages; and popular sailings to theCaribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Bermuda, Europe and the PanamaCanal. The line currently has a new 2,650-guest ship, ms Koningsdam, onorder for delivery in April 2016, as well as a second Pinnacle Class ship duefor delivery in November 2018.
The company recently announced $300 million in brand enhancementsto secure its position at the leader in premium cruising. Fleetwide, the shipsfeature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiencesfocused on destination immersion and personalized travel. Guests can expandtheir knowledge on board at the Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food &Wine magazine; 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 Blues Club.The dining experience can be savored at a variety of restaurants with menusthat feature selections from Holland America Line's esteemed Culinary Councilthat comprises world-famous chefs who design dishes exclusively for our guests.
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