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First Video in ‘Conversations with Adam D. Tihany’ Series Showcases Holland America Line’s ms Koningsdam Design Concept

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Seattle, Wash., Feb. 18, 2016—For its newest vessel,msKoningsdam,Holland America Line leveraged the talents ofinternationally acclaimed hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany to create uniqueand striking spaces throughout the ship. In a new video series — “Conversationswith Adam D. Tihany” — the cruise line gives viewers a glimpse into the visionof the designer and his inspiration behind the ship’s interiors.

Inthe first video, Tihany reveals how the “Architecture of Music” and the curvesof particular instrumentsinfluenced publicspaces on the ship.Viewers will learn how Tihany’s vision creates a story that is told through thedesign and décor of the ship’s venues.

“Koningsdaminteriors are stunning, thanksto Adam’s incredible talents, and this video series is an exclusive opportunityto learn how this world-renowned hospitality designer created a vision for ournewest ship and brought it to life,” said Orlando Ashford, president of HollandAmerica Line. “We’re introducing several new venues onKoningsdam,and Adam’s signature style ofsophistication and innovation is going to create an impressive onboard ambiancefor our guests —classic with a moderntwist.”

The second video in the series will touch on the designbehindKoningsdam’s culinary venues thatincludehallmarkvenues such as the Dining Room, Lido Marketplace andPinnacle Grill, as well as the new Sel de Mer and Dinner at the Culinary ArtsCenter. In the final video Tihanywillshare how the art of designcan influence a guest’s exploration of new places and emphasizes his designgoal of creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience that enticesa guest toreturn.

“Theconcept behind ‘Architecture of Music’ is not loud, so to speak, but presentsopportunity for discovery throughout the ship,” said Tihany.The design onmsKoningsdamtells a unique story —onethatIlove to tell and that I hope will keep guests coming back toexperience again and again.

About ms Koningsdam

Koningsdam represents a new Pinnacle Class of ship for Holland America Line.The vessel will debut several innovative concepts and new public spaces andvenues while still featuring popular amenities guests associate with HollandAmerica Line.

Guests will enjoy fine dining in several alternative restaurantsincluding Sel de Mer, a new French seafood brasserie; a novel immersivefarm-to-table concept dinner experience in the Culinary Arts Center, presentedby Food & Wine magazine; a redesigned Lido Market with themedserving stations; a stunning main dining room; and favorites such as PinnacleGrill, Canaletto Italian restaurant and pan-Asian Tamarind. The ship also willfeature Holland America Line’s first purpose-built staterooms for families andsolo travelers among its 1,331 guest accommodations.

Onboard entertainment willbe taken to a new level, with the energetic Music Walk area featuring allgenres of music showcased in venues including Lincoln Center Stage, offeringchamber music nightly; Billboard Onboard, where live musicians rock the crowdwith chart-topping hits; and the popular B.B. King’s Blues Club in the Queen’sLounge, bringing the best of Memphis music to sea. With the 270-degree LEDprojection at World Stage, new concepts for show-time performances will immersethe audience in panoramic visual and sound effects.

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

Editor’s note: Videoone can be viewed at koningsdam.hollandamerica.com/story/adam-d-tihany.All videos as they are released are available at cruiseimagelibrary.com/c/qyvq3wud.

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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 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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