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Holland America Line Announces $70M Multi-Year Expansion
Holland America Line, the cruise line with the longest
history of exploring Alaska, announced a $70 million capital
investment that will expand guest capacity while elevating the line's Denali property experience and enhancing its popular
land and sea Cruisetours. The investment will build on Holland America's
position with more opportunities for glacier viewing and more ways to see Alaska's wildlife
than any other cruise line.
"It's
truly special that we can bring guests to a lodge at the doorstep of Denali
National Park," said Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America
Line. "This investment is a win for Alaska, our guests,
and Holland America Line. Enhancing and expanding the Holland America
Denali Lodge will help meet the growing interest in combined land and sea
Cruisetours for our 49th state and further support the Alaska tourism
industry."
Key
Highlights of the Expansion
2025:
The project will begin with enhancements to the riverside interpretive trail
with scenic viewpoints, improved on-site wayfinding, refined menu offerings for
restaurants, and public space improvements for the Cottonwood and Canyon Lodge
guest room buildings.
2026:
The project will continue with 48 remodeled rooms in the Holland America Denali
Lodge, a new coffee shop, and a remodeled Karstens Public House with expanded
indoor and outdoor seating to provide a more immersive experience.
2027:
The project will continue with a new guest-room building with 120 suite and
standard rooms as well as a main lodge renovation that will include a new
restaurant concept, a new lobby bar, and an enhanced coffee experience.
2025
and 2026 Cruisetours Available for Booking
2025
and 2026 Cruisetours are available for booking, allowing guests
to combine an Alaska cruise with an unforgettable journey into Denali
National Park and Canada's Yukon Territory. A series of 17+
itineraries will combine a cruise with an overland journey, offering more
access to Alaska's glaciers, wildlife, and wilderness tours.
Holland America
Line owns motorcoaches, railcars, and hotels, providing preferential
schedules for Cruisetour guests. Each itinerary includes a scenic ride on the
luxury glass-domed McKinley Explorer train, and select itineraries visit Dawson
and rides through the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad
from Skagway. Other select itineraries offer direct-to-Denali service,
taking guests from the ship to their Denali hotel room on the same day.
More
Opportunities to See Alaska Wildlife Than Any Other Cruise Line
In
addition to glaciers, Holland America Line offers more ways to see the wildlife
of Alaska. Holland America Line carries a wildlife expert on board to help guests witness the
majestic animals found in Alaska, including whales, eagles, bears, moose,
otters, seals, sea lions, and more. A wildlife spotting guide points out the
native animals found along the cruise route and a map with the best places to
see each species is included. Between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., wildlife
sightings are announced for guest viewing.
The
wildlife experience continues ashore. With nearly 180 animal sanctuaries and
sightseeing opportunities, Holland America Line is #1 in Alaska wildlife
and wilderness tours.
Award-winning
Cruise Line in Alaska
No
other cruise line has explored Alaska longer than Holland America
Line, and throughout the years the cruise line has collected numerous awards
and accolades from the world's most discerning travelers and cruise experts
for Alaska cruising. Holland America Line was named the top
pick for Alaska in the Porthole Cruise Magazine Editor-in-Chief
Awards, AFAR Travelers' Choice Awards, Cruise Critic Cruisers' Choice
Destination Awards, USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, Travel
Weekly UK Hot List Awards, and TravelAge West Wave Awards Editor's Pick.
For
more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call
1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
Image
Credit: © Holland America Line
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