Holland America Line is banking on 75 years of expertise with its new Alaska Up Close programming , a 360° experience that immerses guests in Alaska.

Holland America’s new “Alaska Up Close” allows guests to discover, taste and experience the real Alaska in a totally new way:

• Guests won’t just cruise Glacier Bay, they will discover its ecosystem from native tribe members and National Park Rangers.
• Guest won’t simply eat seafood, they will taste the salmon they caught that day and have it prepared by Holland America Line chefs.

“We want our guests to be immersed in Alaska from the moment they step on board, and as we celebrate 75 years of exploring Alaska in 2022, we tapped into our unparalleled expertise to craft memorable and exclusive programming.”

Beth Bodensteiner, senior vice president and chief commercial officer, Holland America Line.

Alaska Up Close features:

• Local experts and personalities leading workshops and lectures 
• Explorations Central Talks revealing the stories of real Alaskans
• Tours highlighting the best of each destination
• Port to Table culinary immersion
• Local cuisine served in dining venues throughout the ship

EXC Talks Focus on History and Culture:

Elevating the shipboard lecture, EXC Talks offer insight into local culture through the eyes of Alaskans with vivid imagery, compelling interviews and authentic stories:

• “Breaking the Ice Ceiling” features stories of Alaskan women working in fields traditionally dominated by men. 
• “Ancestral Memories” tells the stories of native Alaskans keeping their culture and language alive. 
• “Pacific Giants” describes the wonders, habits and future of Alaska’s largest inhabitants.
• “Iditarod — The Last Great Race” shares what it’s like to ride in the sled of this amazing Alaskan adventure.

Book Alaska with ‘The Ultimate Upgrade Event’

Alaska cruise fares begin at $799 per person, double occupancy for a seven-day sailing. Right now, with Holland America Line’s “The Ultimate Upgrade Event” promotion through March 31, 2022, guests booking the “Have it All” premium package on select summer 2022 through spring 2023 cruises also receive

• A free stateroom upgrade
  50% reduced deposits
• $75 fares for kids on Alaska cruises
• Shore excursions
• Specialty dining
• Wi-Fi
• Beverages.

In 2022, six Holland America Line ships will explore Alaska, either roundtrip from Seattle, Washington; roundtrip from Vancouver, Canada; or between Whittier, Alaska, and Vancouver. Every Alaska cruise includes a visit to one or more of Alaska’s iconic glacier destinations. For explorers who want to travel farther, 16 different Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an inland exploration of Denali National Park or to the unspoiled reaches of Canada’s Yukon Territory.

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