Spotlight on Holland America Line
By: Katrina Archer and Bruce Piper, Cruise Weekly

For more than 135 years, ICCA Cruise Line Member Holland America Line has been a recognised leader in cruising, taking guests to exotic destinations around the world.

Holland America Line's fleet of 14 elegant, mid-size ships (easily recognised by their distinctive marine blue hull) offers nearly 500 sailings a year visiting all seven continents.

Cruises include both popular and less travelled ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mexico, South America, the Panama Canal, Australia, New Zealand and Asia - as well as unique voyages to the Amazon, Antarctica and extended Grand Voyages.

Servicing the premium cruise market, Holland America offer not only compelling worldwide itineraries but also some of the most spacious and comfortable ships at sea. Not to mention award-winning service, five star dining, extensive activities and enrichment programs.

Recent news announced by Holland America Line is the introduction of new itineraries from local ports that are now on sale for 2010 and includes a circumnavigation of Australia departing from Sydney.

The highlight of this 34-day itinerary on board ms Volendam will be 2 days sailing through the Great Barrier Reef during daylight hours.

Also on offer in April 2010 a new leisurely 26-day South Pacific cruise visiting some of the worlds most captivating islands between Sydney and Vancouver.

See an ICCA Member Travel Agent for more information and bookings on Holland America Line product.

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