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PRODUCT DOSSIER
2019
ALASKA
LAND+SEA
JOURNEYS
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAY—SEPTEMBER 2019
2 WHAT’S NEW: 2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
4 NEW DEPLOYMENT INFORMATION
5 2019 LAUNCH OFFER
6 2019 YUKON+DENALI LAND+SEA HOSTED JOURNEYS
With a 7-Day Glacier Discovery Cruise
With a 3- or 4-Day Inside Passage Cruise
9 2019 DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
Triple Denali
Double Denali
Denali
12 DINING PROGRAMS
14 EXPLORATIONS CENTRALTM
15 FEATURED PORTS OF CALL
Anchorage, Whitehorse, Dawson City, Fairbanks,
Skagway/Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan, Seward,
Glacier Bay (Scenic Crusing)
20 FEATURED EXC TOURSTM
Riverboat Discovery & Gold Dredge 8
Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise
Tundra Wilderness Tour
Music of Denali (at the Gold Nugget Saloon)
Portage Glacier Cruise
25 OUR GUESTS
27 THE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE BRAND
AREAS OF DISTINCTION
31 KEY VISUALS
34 SALES POLICIES
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
WHAT’S NEW:
2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF THE GREAT LAND
There are few places in the world that lend themselves so naturally to exploration
by combining a cruise with an overland adventure.
2019 will mark Holland America Line’s 72nd
year of guiding guests in Alaska — from its
FIRST IN AL ASK A rugged glacier-carved Inside Passage to its
More than 70 years of
showing guests the Great vast, spectacular Interior along with the Yukon’s
Land—longer than any rich Klondike Gold Rush history. Our elegant
other company. And
longer than Alaska’s been mid-sized ships and legendary service perfectly
a state! complement our unique ability to combine the
EXPERIENCE
Great Land’s must-see highlights with its seldom-
TH E YU KON seen and off-the-beaten path wonders.
Holland America Line is
the only cruise company Our carefully crafted experiences reflect the
that takes guest to the
best of Alaska. Choose your own path here:
unspoiled reaches of
the Yukon. A Land+Sea Journey may take you to the foot of
mighty Denali or venture further to the unspoiled
TH E DENALI SQ UARE
EXPERIENCE reaches of the Yukon with us, the only cruise
Located at the gates of company that takes you there.
Denali National Park at
the magnificent 60-acre The Land+Sea Journeys program allows
McKinley Chalet Resort,
Denali Square serves as Holland America Line to focus on the destination
both a hub and retreat for and experience of the majestic Great Land while
guests exploring the park.
showcasing what we do best: giving guests the
M EET YOU R HOST combination of elegance and adventure in Alaska
A professional Journey
Host on land serves as
and the Yukon.
the concierge for guests’
travels throughout Denali
and the Yukon.
M ID -SIZED SH IPS
Your clients will cruise
on ships designed
not to tower over the
scenery but to bring
them closer to Alaska’s
natural wonders. They’ll
relax and enjoy scenes of
unimaginable grandeur
from the ship’s expansive,
wide-open decks or
from their suite’s private
verandah.
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER FEATURING: DENALI SQUARE Denali Square, nestled on our 60-acre McKinley Chalet Resort at the gates of Denali National Park, is the perfect place to soak up the Alaska experience. Guests can dine, relax, connect, explore and be entertained in our private retreat. Denali Square is best described as both a hub and a retreat for Holland America Line guests at the doorstep of Denali National Park. It features cozy fire pits, perfect for gathering around on cool Alaska evenings and making s’mores; outdoor seating for guests who wish to enjoy the scenery; retail shops offering local goods; and an artist-in-residence cabin where Alaska native and local artists display and discuss their works. Walking paths in and around Denali Square show off the property’s mountainous landscapes and beautiful setting just across the Nenana River from Denali National Park. The largest building in the complex is Karstens, the grand 7,000-square-foot two-story restaurant showcasing views of the neighboring mountains for dining guests. An inviting deck with outdoor seating also allow guests to immerse themselves in this special venue as they drink and dine. At the center of Denali Square is an amphitheater with a covered performance stage and bench seating for guests to enjoy a variety of local shows, ranger talks and demonstrations. Those wanting to quench their thirst or listen to live music can visit Gold Nugget Saloon, home to the Music of Denali Dinner Theater. For complete information visit: www.hollandamerica.com. 3 hollandamerica.com
2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER WHAT’S NEW: DEPLOYMENT INFORMATION 2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA JOURNEYS FLEET • ms Noordam • ms Volendam NOTABLES: • We have a new itinerary, the 14-Day Double NEW Denali + Yukon Journey Y2. It includes two 2019 nights in Denali, Dawson & Anchorage and is conveniently roundtrip Vancouver 4 hollandamerica.com
2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
2019 ALASKA
LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
LAUNCH OFFER
UP TO US$400 AIR CREDITS PER STATEROOM
CELEBRATE 2019 IN THE GREAT LAND WITH Combinable with: Not Combinable with:
HOLLAND AMERICA LINE • AAA Vacations • Air offers (RX/RQ/RY/RE) ◆
Book ANY stateroom on ALL 2019 Alaska Land+Sea Journeys • Advantage Fares (RH) • Canada Super Sale (RM)
and receive up to US$400 air credits per stateroom!* • Casino Offers (DE) • Casino offers (PD/PX)
• Concessioned groups • Denali Dollars (DT)
Flight offer is available on select flights booked through • Cruise Nights (CN/CX/CS) • Flash (FL)
Flight Ease. • GAP & TC Amenities • Industry rates
(YC/YF/YT/YI/YH/YV)
• Hotel offer (HT) ◆
For more information, or to book this Flight Ease offer call your • Non-Refundable Deposit (RA)
• Keystone groups (BG)
Travel Professional or call 1–300–987–322. • Net rates (RN) • One Week Sale (FN)
• Select Account (FS/FT) ◆
• Onboard Credit promotions ◆
Promo code: JX • Select Campaign (PC/PD/PE) ◆
• Onstage/Online Alaska
(CL/CO) • Select Country (RJ)
Eligible Journeys: All 2019 Alaska Land+Sea Journeys. Subject
• Standard Group Rates (LG) • Select State (RC)
to availability. Offer is capacity controlled and may be modified
• Top 10 (FJ)
or withdrawn at anytime.
Terms & Conditions
* Air credit is based on promo JX and is available on select flights booked through Holland America Line's Flight Ease program. Offer is $200 per person ($400 per
stateroom) for 1st and 2nd guests sharing a stateroom and excludes 3rd/4th guests, except as provided herein. Offer are available for new bookings only on 2019
Alaska Land + Sea Journeys. Offers are capacity controlled, and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. For more information about our stateroom
categories and suite descriptions, and to view deck plans and for full terms and conditions applicable to your cruise, please refer to hollandamerica.com or the
appropriate Holland America brochure. Other restrictions may apply. Offer ends March 31, 2018. Ships' Registry: The Netherlands.
◆ Unless otherwise specified
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
2019 YUKON+DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
7-DAY GLACIER DISCOVERY CRUISE
days
Y1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
land
first
Vancouver Whitehorse Dawson Fairbanks Triple Denali Anchorage Seward At Sea Glacier Bay
cont ’ d 14 15 16 17 18
Haines Inside Disembark
(Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
cruise
Inside
first
Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Anchorage Triple Denali Fairbanks
cont ’ d 14 15 16 17 18
Journey
Dawson Whitehorse Vancouver Ends
days
Y2 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
land
Inside Disembark
first
Vancouver Dawson Double Denali Anchorage Seward At Sea Glacier Bay Haines Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
NEW
2019
cruise
Inside Journey
first
Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Anchorage Double Denali Dawson Vancouver Ends
3- OR 4- DAY INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE
days
Y3 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
land
Inside Disembark
first
Anchorage Triple Denali Fairbanks Dawson Whitehorse Skagway Skagway Glacier Bay Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise
Inside Journey
first
Vancouver Passage Juneau Skagway Whitehorse Dawson Fairbanks Triple Denali Anchorage Ends
days
Y4 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
land
Inside Disembark
first
Anchorage Double Denali Fairbanks Dawson Whitehorse Skagway Skagway Glacier Bay Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise
Inside Journey
first
Vancouver Passage Juneau Skagway Whitehorse Dawson Fairbanks Double Denali Anchorage Ends
days
Y5 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
land
Inside Disembark
first
Anchorage Double Denali Fairbanks Dawson Whitehorse Skagway Glacier Bay Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise
Inside Journey
first AT YOU R SERVICE
Vancouver Passage Juneau Whitehorse Dawson Fairbanks Double Denali Anchorage Ends
Included on every
days
Yukon+Denali
Y6 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Journey, the
land-based expertise
land
first
Inside Disembark of your professional
Anchorage Double Denali Fairbanks Dawson Whitehorse Skagway Glacier Bay Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
Journey Host.
cruise
Inside Journey
first
Vancouver Passage Juneau Whitehorse Dawson Fairbanks Double Denali Anchorage Ends
Transportation
Legend Flight Rail Motorcoach Cruise
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
2019 YUKON+DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
Our Journeys include professional Journey Hosts; 3-, 4- or 7-day cruises; a full day of scenic
cruising in Glacier Bay National Park*; transportation throughout your journey , including McKinley u
Explorer® luxury domed railcars between Anchorage and Denali; and overnight accommodations.
18-DAY 14-DAY 13- OR 14-DAY
Y1 Y2 Y3
YUKON+TRIPLE DENALI YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI YUKON+TRIPLE DENALI
ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
One night each in Whitehorse and Vancouver; Two nights in Dawson, Denali and Anchorage One night each in Anchorage, Fairbanks
Two nights in Dawson, Fairbanks and Tundra Wilderness Tour, Klondike Spirit Yukon and Whitehorse; Two nights in Skagway and
Anchorage; Three nights in Denali River cruise, Anchorage/Seward cruisetrain Dawson; Three nights in Denali
Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8, 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8,
Riverboat Discovery (includes lunch), Klondike Spirit Yukon River cruise, historic
Klondike Spirit Yukon River cruise, LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad
Anchorage/Seward cruisetrain ms Westerdam ms Westerdam
Jun 13, 27; Jul 11, 25; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30;
3- or 4-day Inside Passage Cruise
7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise Aug 8, 22: Sep 5, 19 Jul 14, 28; Aug 11
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST
ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Volendam ms Volendam
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST
Jun 20; Jul 4, 18; May 26; Jun 9, 23; May 22, 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; May 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26;
ms Westerdam ms Westerdam Aug 1, 15, 29; Sep 12 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18
Jun 9, 23; Jul 7, 21; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Aug 7, 14 Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
Aug 4, 18; Sep 1, Sep 15 Jul 14, 28; Aug 11 ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY Aug 7, 14, 21
ms Noordam ms Noordam LAND FIRST 6B, 2L, 6D CRUISE FIRST 6B, 2L, 6D ms Nieuw Amsterdam ms Nieuw Amsterdam
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner May 25; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;
Jun 16, 30; Jul 14, 28; May 26; Jun 9, 23;
Aug 11, 25; Sep 8 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18 Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27;
Aug 3, 10, 17 Aug 3, 10, 17, 24
ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY
ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY
LAND FIRST 10B, 2L, 10D CRUISE FIRST 10B, 2L, 10D
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner LAND FIRST 10B, 2L, 9D CRUISE FIRST 9B, 2L, 10D
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
* Y2–Y5 Cruise First Journeys do not cruise Glacier Bay but offer an OPTIONAL excursion to Tracy Arm and the twin Sawyer Glaciers.
u All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise ship, as well as flights between Fairbanks and Dawson City, Whitehorse and
Vancouver. Journey flights require passport information and middle names, if applicable, to be submitted at the time of booking.
For the most up-to-date details and fares see hollandamerica.com.
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
2019 YUKON+DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
Our Journeys include professional Journey Hosts; 3-, 4- or 7-day cruises; a full day of scenic
cruising in Glacier Bay National Park*; transportation throughout your journey , including McKinley u
Explorer® luxury domed railcars between Anchorage and Denali; and overnight accommodations.
11- OR 12-DAY 10- OR 11-DAY 9- OR 10-DAY
Y4 Y5 Y6
YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI
ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
Two nights in Dawson and Denali; One night each in Anchorage, Fairbanks and One night each in Dawson, Fairbanks,
One night each in Skagway, Fairbanks, Whitehorse; Two nights in Dawson and Denali Whitehorse and Anchorage; Two nights in
Whitehorse and Anchorage Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8, Denali
Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8, Klondike Spirit Yukon River cruise, historic Tundra Wilderness Tour, historic White Pass
Klondike Spirit Yukon River cruise, historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad & Yukon Route Railroad
White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad 3- or 4-day Inside Passage Cruise 3- or 4-day Inside Passage Cruise
3- or 4-day Inside Passage Cruise
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST ms Volendam ms Volendam ms Volendam ms Volendam
ms Volendam ms Volendam May 25; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; May 26; Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26;
May 24, 31; Jun 7, 14, 21, 28; May 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Jul 7, 14, 21, 28; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
Jul 5, 12, 19, 26; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Aug 3, 10, 17 Aug 7, 14, 21 Aug 4, 11, 18 Aug 7, 14, 21
Aug 2, 9, 16 Aug 7, 14, 21 ms Nieuw Amsterdam ms Nieuw Amsterdam ms Nieuw Amsterdam ms Nieuw Amsterdam
ms Nieuw Amsterdam ms Nieuw Amsterdam May 28; Jun 4, 11, 18, 25; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;
May 27; Jun 3, 10, 17, 24; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Jul 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27;
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug 6, 13, 20 Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 Aug 7, 14, 21 Aug 3, 10, 17, 24
Aug 5, 12, 19 Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY
ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY LAND FIRST 7B, 2L, 6D CRUISE FIRST 6B, 2L, 7D LAND FIRST 6B, 2L, 5D CRUISE FIRST 5B, 2L, 6D
LAND FIRST 8B, 2L, 7D CRUISE FIRST 7B, 2L, 8D B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
G REAT L AN D DIN ING PL AN S
Enjoy the convenience and value of our optional
breakfast, lunch and dinner meal plan for your
journey on land. Breakfast-only plans also available.
See pages 12–13 for more details.
INCLU DED DIN ING
All cruise dining is included. Additional snack provided
on the Tundra Wilderness Tour, and lunch is included in
Minto while traveling via motorcoach between Dawson
City and Whitehorse , and on the Riverboat Discovery.
PAS SPORT REQ U IRED
A passport is required for all Yukon+Denali
Land+Sea Journeys.
SEAT TLE JOU RN EY CON N ECTOR
Make your Land+Sea Journey roundtrip Seattle.
Includes Seattle overnight, air between Seattle
and Alaska, and motorcoach between Seattle and
Vancouver. For more details visit hollandamerica.com.
ONE-HOUR FLIGHT—
FLY TO THE YUKON’S GOLD HEART
The seldom-seen wonders of the Yukon are just a
one-hour flight from Fairbanks.
OTHER TRANSPORTATION
All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise
ship, as well as flights between Fairbanks and Dawson
City, Whitehorse and Vancouver are included.
* Y2–Y5 Cruise First Journeys do not cruise Glacier Bay but offer an OPTIONAL excursion to Tracy Arm and the twin Sawyer Glaciers.
u All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise ship, as well as flights between Fairbanks and Dawson City, Whitehorse and
Vancouver. Journey flights require passport information and middle names, if applicable, to be submitted at the time of booking.
For the most up-to-date details and fares see hollandamerica.com.
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2019 ALASKA LAND+SEA DOSSIER
2019 DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
TRIPLE DENALI JOURNEYS hollandamerica.com/TripleDenali
D1 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Fairbanks Triple Denali Anchorage Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Anchorage Triple Denali Fairbanks Ends
D2 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Anchorage Triple Denali Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver DIRECT TO
DENALI
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Triple Denali Anchorage Ends
DOUBLE DENALI JOURNEYS hollandamerica.com/DoubleDenali
D3 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Fairbanks Double Denali Anchorage Seward Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Seward Anchorage Double Denali Fairbanks Ends
D4 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Fairbanks Double Denali Talkeetna Alyeska Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Alyeska Talkeetna Double Denali Fairbanks Ends
D5 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Fairbanks Double Denali Anchorage Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Anchorage Double Denali Fairbanks Ends
D6 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Anchorage Double Denali Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver DIRECT TO
DENALI
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Double Denali Anchorage Ends
DIRECT TO
DENALI JOURNEYS hollandamerica.com/Denali DENALI
Want the full Denali
D7 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 experience in less
land time? Choose Direct
Haines Inside Disembark
first Fairbanks Denali Anchorage Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver to Denali and travel
directly between
cruise Inside Journey your ship and Denali
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Anchorage Denali Fairbanks Ends
without an overnight
in Anchorage.
D8 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Fairbanks Denali Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver DIRECT TO
DENALI
cruise Inside Journey
first Transportation
Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Denali Fairbanks Ends
Legend Flight Rail Motorcoach Cruise
D9 days
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
land Haines Inside Disembark
first Anchorage Talkeetna Denali Seward At Sea Glacier Bay (Skagway) Juneau Ketchikan Passage Vancouver
cruise Inside Journey
first Vancouver Passage Ketchikan Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay At Sea Denali Talkeetna Anchorage Ends
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2019 DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
All of our Journeys include a 7-day Glacier Discovery cruise; a full day of scenic cruising in Glacier
Bay National Park; transportation throughout your journey*, including McKinley Explorer® luxury
domed railcars between Anchorage and Denali ; and overnight accommodations. u
12-DAY 11-DAY DIRECT TO
DENALI 13-DAY
D1 D2 D3
TRIPLE DENALI TRIPLE DENALI DOUBLE DENALI + SEWARD
FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
One night each in Anchorage and Fairbanks; One night in Anchorage; Three nights in One night each in Seward and Anchorage;
Three nights in Denali Denali; same-day Direct to Denali connection Two nights each in Denali and Fairbanks
Tundra Wilderness Tour, riverboat Discovery, between ship and Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8,
Anchorage/Seward cruisetrain Tundra Wilderness Tour riverboat Discovery , Portage Glacier cruise
7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST
ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam
May 14, 28; Jun 11, 25; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; May 15, 29; Jun 12, 26; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; May 13, 27; Jun 10, 24; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23;
Jul 9, 23; Aug 6, 20; Sep 3 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 Jul 10, 24; Aug 7, 21; Sep 4 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 Jul 8, 22; Aug 5, 19; Sep 2 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1
ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam
May 21; Jun 4, 18; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; May 22; Jun 5, 19; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; May 20; Jun 3, 17; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30;
Jul 2, 16, 30; Aug 13, 27; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Jul 3, 17, 31; Aug 14, 28; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Jul 1, 15, 29; Aug 14, 26; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25;
Sep 10 Sep 8 Sep 11 Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 8
ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY
LAND FIRST 5B, 2L, 4D CRUISE FIRST 4B, 2L, 5D LAND FIRST 4B, 2L, 3D CRUISE FIRST 3B, 2L, 4D LAND FIRST 6B, 2L, 4D CRUISE FIRST 5B, 2L, 5D
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
14-DAY DOUBLE DENALI + 11-DAY 10-DAY DIRECT TO
DENALI
D4 D5 D6
TALKEETNA + ALYESKA DOUBLE DENALI DOUBLE DENALI
FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
Two nights each in Denali, Fairbanks and One night in Anchorage and Fairbanks; One night in Anchorage; Two nights in
Alyeska; One night in Talkeetna Two nights in Denali Denali, same-day Direct to Denali connection
Tundra Wilderness Tour, Gold Dredge 8, Tundra Wilderness Tour, riverboat Discovery, between ship and Denali
riverboat Discovery, Portage Glacier cruise Anchorage/Seward cruisetrain Tundra Wilderness Tour
7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST
ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam ms Noordam
May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; May 15, 29; Jun 12, 26; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; May 16, 30; Jun 13, 27; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23;
Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 Jul 10, 24; Aug 7, 21; Sep 4 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 Jul 11, 25; Aug 8, 22; Sep 5 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1
ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam ms Westerdam
May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; May 22; Jun 5, 19; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; May 23; Jun 6, 20; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30;
Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Jul 3, 17, 31; Aug 14, 28; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Jul 4, 18; Aug 1, 15, 29; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25;
Sep 8 Sep 8 Sep 11 Sep 8 Sep 12 Sep 8
ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY ADD A GREAT LAND DINING PLAN TO YOUR JOURNEY
LAND FIRST 7B, 2L, 4D CRUISE FIRST 6B, 2L, 5D LAND FIRST 4B, 2L, 3D CRUISE FIRST 3B, 2L, 4D LAND FIRST 3B, 2L, 2D CRUISE FIRST 2B, 2L, 3D
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
* All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise ship. For the most up-to-date details and fares see hollandamerica.com.
u Journey D8 does not include the McKinley Explorer.
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2019 DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
10-DAY 9-DAY DIRECT TO
10-DAY
D7 D8 DENALI D9
DENALI DENALI DENALI
FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
One night each in Denali, Anchorage and One night each in Denali and Fairbanks, One night each in Denali, Talkeetna and
Fairbanks same-day Direct to Denali connection Anchorage
A quick land option to complement your between ship and Denali A quick land option to complement your
7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise A quick land option to complement your 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise
7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise
LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST
ms Noordam ms Noordam LAND FIRST CRUISE FIRST ms Noordam ms Noordam
May 16, 30; Jun 13, 27; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; ms Noordam ms Noordam May 16, 30; Jun 13, 27; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23;
Jul 11, 25; Aug 8, 22; Sep 5 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 May 17, 31; Jun 14, 28; Jul 12, May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; Jul 11, 25; Aug 8, 22; Sep 5 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1
ms Westerdam ms Westerdam 26; Aug 9, 23; Sep 6 Jul 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1 ms Westerdam ms Westerdam
May 23; Jun 6, 20; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; ms Westerdam ms Westerdam May 23; Jun 6, 20; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30;
Jul 4, 18; Aug 1, 15, 29; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; May 24; Jun 7, 21; May 19; Jun 2, 16, 30; Jul 4, 18; Aug 1, 15, 29; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25;
Sep 12 Sep 8 Jul 5, 19; Aug 2, 16, 30; Jul 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Sep 12 Sep 8
Sep 13 Sep 8
G REAT L AN D DIN ING PL AN S
Enjoy the convenience and value of our optional
breakfast, lunch and dinner meal plan for your
journey on land. Breakfast-only plans also
available. See pages 12–13 for more information.
INCLU DED DIN ING
All cruise dining is included. Additional snack
provided on the Tundra Wilderness Tour, and
lunch is included during Direct to Denali and
Riverboat Discovery segments.
TRY 14 DAYS
On Journey D4 enjoy an overnight at the Mt.
McKinley Wilderness Lodge near Talkeetna,
the base camp for Denali expeditions. Near
Anchorage, enjoy superb mountain luxury at
Alyeska Resort, Alaska's premier year-round
vacation destination.
DIRECT TO DENALI
Want the full Denali experience in less time?
Choose Direct to Denali and travel directly
between your ship and Denali without an
overnight in Anchorage.
SEAT TLE JOU RN EY CON N ECTOR
Make your Land+Sea Journey roundtrip
Seattle. Includes Seattle overnight, air between
Seattle and Alaska, and motorcoach between
Seattle and Vancouver. For more details visit
hollandamerica.com.
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GREAT LAND
DINING PLAN
G REAT L AN D
DIN ING PL AN S
ENJOY PEACE OF MIND WITH OUR CONVENIENT
For your journey on GREAT LAND DINING PLAN
land, choose an optional
breakfast, lunch and Relax and focus all your attention on Alaska and the Yukon’s spectacular sights, amazing
dinner meal plan—or a
breakfast-only plan.
wildlife and historic outposts, knowing that most of your meals— and gratuities — are pre-
planned and paid for with our Great Land Dining Plan.
INCLU DED DIN ING
All cruise dining is Your Great Land Dining Plan includes the
included.* Additional following meals on the overland portion of
snack provided on the
Tundra Wilderness Tour,
your Land+Sea Journey:
and lunch is included in • Breakfast, including a menu entrée (or buffet,
Minto while traveling if available), plus coffee or tea and gratuity
via motorcoach between
Dawson City and • Box lunch on the Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour
Whitehorse. Lunch is also
included on the Direct • Lunch on the McKinley Explorer® with an entrée,
to Denali connection and
the Riverboat Discovery. non-alcoholic beverage and gratuity included
* A nominal fee is charged for • Dinner, including soup or salad, entrée,
specialty restaurants.
non-alcoholic beverage and dessert, as well
as gratuity
• Triple Denali dining plans include the Music
of Denali dinner theater at Gold Nugget
Saloon as one of their dinners
Please see the next page for a list of the
Great Land Dining Plan options available.
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GREAT LAND DINING PLANS
2019 YUKON+DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
18-DAY 14-DAY 13- OR 14-DAY
Y1 Y2 Y3
YUKON+TRIPLE DENALI YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI YUKON+TRIPLE DENALI
ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 10B, 2L, 10D us$959 LAND FIRST 6B, 2L, 6D us$599 LAND FIRST 10B, 2L, 9D us$829
CRUISE FIRST 10B, 2L, 10D us$929 CRUISE FIRST 6B, 2L, 6D us$559 CRUISE FIRST 9B, 2L, 10D us$779
BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 10B us$300 LAND FIRST 6B us$180 LAND FIRST 10B us$300
CRUISE FIRST 10B us$300 CRUISE FIRST 6B us$180 CRUISE FIRST 9B us$270
11- OR 12-DAY 10- OR 11-DAY 9- OR 10-DAY
Y4 Y5 Y6
YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI YUKON+DOUBLE DENALI
ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 8B, 2L, 7D us$699 LAND FIRST 7B, 2L, 6D us$629 LAND FIRST 6B, 2L, 5D us$529
CRUISE FIRST 7B, 2L, 8D us$649 CRUISE FIRST 6B, 2L, 7D us$579 CRUISE FIRST 5B, 2L, 6D us$499
BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 8B us$240 LAND FIRST 7B us$210 LAND FIRST 6B us$180
CRUISE FIRST 7B us$210 CRUISE FIRST 6B us$180 CRUISE FIRST 5B us$150
2019 DENALI LAND+SEA JOURNEYS
12-DAY 1 1-DAY 13-DAY
D1 D2 D3
TRIPLE DENALI TRIPLE DENALI DOUBLE DENALI+SEWARD
FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 5B, 2L, 4D us$449 LAND FIRST 4B, 2L, 3D us$379 LAND FIRST 6B, 2L, 4D us$449
CRUISE FIRST 4B, 2L, 5D us$429 CRUISE FIRST 3B, 2L, 4D us$349 CRUISE FIRST 5B, 2L, 5D us$429
BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 5B us$150 LAND FIRST 4B us$120 LAND FIRST 6B us$180
CRUISE FIRST 4B us$120 CRUISE FIRST 3B us$90 CRUISE FIRST 5B us$150
14-DAY DOUBLE DENALI+ 1 1-DAY 1 0-DAY
D4 D5 D6
TALKEETNA+ALYESKA DOUBLE DENALI DOUBLE DENALI
FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) ANCHORAGE TO VANCOUVER (or reverse)
FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS FULL DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 7B, 2L, 4D us$499 LAND FIRST 4B, 2L, 3D us$379 LAND FIRST 3B, 2L, 2D us$299
CRUISE FIRST 6B, 2L, 5D us$449 CRUISE FIRST 3B, 2L, 4D us$349 CRUISE FIRST 2B, 2L, 3D us$269
BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS BREAKFAST-ONLY DINING PLANS
LAND FIRST 7B us$210 LAND FIRST 4B us$120 LAND FIRST 3B us$90
CRUISE FIRST 6B us$180 CRUISE FIRST 3B us$90 CRUISE FIRST 2B us$60
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
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Simple paper maps cut through the clutter of typical city maps,
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FEATURED PORTS OF CALL
ANCHORAGE deer, Anchorage has lots of moose, known for being a bit
rambunctious (and should be steered clear of if seen wandering
After long and dark
down a street).
winters, Alaskans love their
summers and the residents Anchorage is a city where you can see the northern lights—the
of Anchorage, Alaska are aurora borealis—on a clear dark night. There are also plenty of
no exception. The city active things to do and attractions to hike, bike and see wildlife
plants thousands of flowers such as the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail or Flattop Mountain Trail
to celebrate the arrival of inside Chugach State Park.
warmer months and days
that last as long as 19
hours from dawn to dusk. Approximately 40 percent of
Alaska’s population lives in Anchorage. This diverse city of
300,000 includes a large military population, Native Alaskans,
individuals who work for the oil industry and adventure-seeking
types who want to get away from “the Lower 48.” Much like
Seattle, Anchorage is a place where you can find a coffee
shop (or espresso shack) anywhere. While some cities have
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WHITEHORSE DAWSON CITY
Northern Canada’s largest city sprang from frontier roots. Old-time wooden boardwalks connect frontier-era buildings in
During the Klondike Gold Rush, prospectors washed up the Yukon Territory’s original capital. The heart of the Klondike
here, past two major river obstacles: Miles Canyon and the Gold Rush, Dawson City housed around 30,000 people in
Whitehorse Rapids (named for whitecapped waves that the summer of 1898. But the town was sliding towards “ghost”
resembled stallions’ manes). status just a year later: A fire had destroyed 117 structures,
right as the gold ran out and rumors arrived of nuggets in
To prevent mass starvation, the government required every
Nome, Alaska.
Stampeder to haul along a year’s supply of goods. The
recommended list included 10 pounds of coffee, 150 pounds Dawson City moseyed along quietly until the early 1960s, when
of bacon and 400 pounds of flour—part of a total 1,095 Parks Canada began refurbishing landmarks like the Palace
pounds of grub. Sundries like picks, ropes and a dozen heavy Grand Theatre (1899) and the Commissioner’s Residence
wool socks quickly brought the load up to a ton. Whitehorse, (1901). It also resurrected the sternwheeler ss Keno and North
the northern terminus of the railway from Skagway, Alaska, America’s largest wooden-hull, bucket-line dredge. Along with
boomed because it was as far north as would-be miners and the community of Bonanza Creek— where Stampeders pried
their freight could travel by train; from here, sternwheelers did $500 million in gold from the frozen ground—these icons
the rest, 740 kilometers (460 miles) down the upper Yukon form the Klondike National Historic Sites, now part of a larger
River to the mining town of Dawson City. proposed UNESCO World Heritage area.
Now the territory’s capital, Whitehorse stands at Historic Mile Today tourists wander this subarctic hotspot, which has
918 of the Alaska Highway and has the world’s lowest level retained its 19th-century charm. Highlights include the Jack
of metropolitan air pollution, according to Guinness World London Museum, Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall and
Records 2013. It remains a popular tourist stop for attractions the Sourdough Saloon, which infamously serves a cocktail
like the Yukon Wildlife Preserve; the Frantic Follies, a fin de containing a preserved human toe (donated!).
siècle vaudeville revue; and the natural and cultural insights at
the MacBride Museum.
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SKAGWAY /
HAINES
Skagway was the starting
point for many of the gold
rush prospectors and remains
the perfect place to begin
a journey in their footsteps.
Get the lay of the land at
Klondike Gold Rush National
Historic Park and see where
the sourdoughs stocked up on provisions at the original Lynch
FAIRBANKS & Kennedy Dry Goods store. Then toast your good fortune,
Bearing the nickname the Golden Heart, Alaska’s second- gold-rusher style, at the Red Onion Saloon, once a celebrated
largest city was born of gold rush fever, thanks to Italian bar and brothel. Today’s guests can grab lunch and a drink in
immigrant Felix Pedro who found the precious metal in 1902 the restaurant downstairs before visiting the antiques-filled
near where Captain E.T. Barnette decided to build a trading museum upstairs.
post on the banks of the Chena River. Though much of
Can’t-miss opportunity: the White Pass & Yukon Route
Fairbanks today is an amalgam of modern shops and malls, its
Railroad. Enjoy a jaw-dropping view from vintage railroad cars
history is celebrated at the 18-hectare (44-acre) Pioneer Park,
as this International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark chugs
which includes a Gold Rush Town with 35 restored buildings.
its way north along steep mountainsides, over breathtaking
Fairbanks also preserved its City Hall, which now houses the
ravines and past sparkling waterfalls. For those who prefer to
Fairbanks Community Museum.
travel under their own power, there are many hiking and biking
The city’s location in Alaska’s interior makes it a gateway to trails just outside town, including the famous Chilkoot Trail.
the arctic, and in summer tourist boats run cruises along the
Haines is a hot spot for rafting and hiking; salmon, halibut
Chena and Tanana rivers. From Fairbanks you can fly over the
and trout fishing in the Chilkat River; or kayaking on Chilkoot
Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge, the Yukon River and the
Lake. It also offers an excellent opportunity to see an eagle up
Arctic Circle, a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and explore life
close at the American Bald Eagle Foundation. Don’t miss Fort
in the Alaskan bush with an Athabascan native guide at Fort
Seward, a National Historic Landmark that currently houses
Yukon. The city is one of the best places in the world to see
Tlingit art galleries, shops and restaurants. The legacy of gold
the aurora borealis, which appears on average 243 nights of
prospectors continues in Haines with an opportunity to pan for
the year. For more insight into Fairbanks, the Morris Thompson
gold, while the Indian Arts gallery, with its totem pole-carving
Cultural & Visitors Center is a good place to start.
studio, offers a glimpse of even earlier times.
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JUNEAU KETCHIKAN
Juneau, Alaska may well be the most remote, most beautiful Alaska’s “First City” of Ketchikan is so named because it’s
and strangest state capital in the United States. Surrounded by the first major landfall for most cruisers as they enter the
water, forest and mountain sights, visitors seeking things to do picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage, where the town clings
in Juneau indoors and outdoors can hike a glacier, eat fresh- to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests
caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building nurtured by abundant rain.
all in one day.
Ketchikan has long been an important hub of the salmon-
The city itself is pleasant, but the real highlight of a visit to fishing and -packing industries—visitors can try their luck on a
Juneau is tracking down some wildlife. You can hike up Mount sportfishing excursion or simply savor the fresh seafood at one
Roberts to chance upon wild deer and bald eagles. Most of the local restaurants. It is also one of the best spots along
sightseeing and whale-watching tours head north to Auke the Inside Passage to explore the rich cultural sights of Native
Bay—bring a good pair of binoculars to get the best view of Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. You can
these majestic and surprisingly graceful creatures. If you see intricately carved totem poles at the Totem Heritage
prefer land mammals, catch a floatplane to a nearby wildlife Center and Totem Bight State Park, while the attractions of
reserve such as Chichagof or Admiralty Island to spy some Saxman Village just outside of Ketchikan offers the chance to
bears lolling around. see Tlingit culture in action, with working carvers and a dance
show in the clan house. And leave time to explore the sights
Set among forested hills and snow-capped mountains, this
in the town itself, including historic Creek Street, a boardwalk
city of around 32,000—mostly fishermen and small-business
built over the Ketchikan Creek, where you can shop for
owners—has a frontier town vibe, but welcomes more than
souvenirs, smoked salmon and local art, while exploring gold
a million visitors each summer to its natural attractions,
rush¬–era tourist attractions like Dolly’s House Museum.
cementing Juneau as Alaska’s number-one tourist destination
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SEWARD
One of Southcentral Alaska’s
oldest communities, Seward
is ground zero for the
Klondike Gold Rush’s
Iditarod National Historic
Trail, a dogsled route
that connected the Kenai
Peninsula’s ice-free port with
Nome during frontier-era
winters. Though the modern race makes a ceremonial start
in Anchorage, it’s inspired by the famous run of 1925, which GLACIER BAY: SCENIC CRUISING
dashed along parts of this older path. It allowed 20 mushers to Frosted crags descend into mossy forests and a 457-meter-
carry urgently needed diphtheria vaccine more than 621 miles deep (1,500-foot-deep) fjord at this World Heritage Site, which
in just over 127 hours. is also one of the planet’s largest biosphere reserves. Stone, ice
Natives and explorers from Russia, Britain and the United and water continue to collide, sculpting a dramatic landscape
States all frequented this area before Seward’s official that is the crown jewel of southeastern Alaska’s natural wonders.
founding in 1903. The early settlement included a colorful The area’s first European explorer missed it all—but with good
neighborhood known as Homebrew Alley which was erased reason. When Captain George Vancouver sailed here in 1794,
by a 9.2-magnitude megathrust earthquake—the second-most a vast shield of ice, more than 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) thick,
powerful ever recorded—which dropped the shoreline nearly dominated the area. In one of the fastest retreats on record,
six feet in 1964. the glaciers shrank back 105 kilometers (65 miles) by 1916. The
Today this mellow town welcomes visitors to Resurrection formerly glacier-squashed land is rebounding now, rising 30
Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park, not to mention the 127- millimeters (1.18 inches) each year. Visitors can observe this
mile Seward Highway—honored as an All-American Road— rebirth: A spruce-hemlock rain forest has sprouted near the
stretching north to Anchorage. In town, favorite stops remain mouth of Glacier Bay. Farther north, the more recently exposed
the Alaska SeaLife Center, a research aquarium open to the land shows sharper edges and thinner vegetation. Still, it’s
public, and the steep, stony 3,018-foot Mount Marathon, which enough to encourage the return of wildlife, from bald eagles to
hosts one of America’s oldest footraces each Fourth of July. bears, moose and humpback whales.
While the national park is open year round, most travelers
prefer the warmth of late May to early September. Even in
summer, be prepared for any weather—especially rain! Pack a
hat, gloves, wool or fleece layers, a warm coat and waterproof
gear if you want to admire the landscape from the open deck of
your ship.
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FEATURED EXC TOURS
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ALASKA
TRANSFORMING TRAVEL: GET IMMERSED
Holland America Line’s carefully crafted EXC Tours help guests connect
deeply with the people and places they visit and offer a level of
comfort, care and convenience not found anywhere else. The following
pages highlight a few of our most iconic and highest-rated EXC Tours.
you won’t miss any of the beautiful or to take pictures. Next you are off to
scenery. During this narrated cruise, Gold Dredge 8—a National Historic
complementary coffee and donuts are Monument! Enjoy a close up view of the
served while you witness the ''wedding Trans Alaska pipeline and a presentation
of the rivers.'' The marriage of these about the history and operation of the
two mighty rivers creates quite a unique pipeline before boarding the train that
line when the clear waters of the Chena will take you to Gold Dredge 8 where
meet the Tanana—the world’s greatest you will see first-hand how the dredge
glacier river carrying tons of glacial silt worked the gold fields. Once the train
RIVERBOAT DISCOVERY from the Alaska Range! Next, you’ll make arrives at the camp, local miners will give
& GOLD DREDGE 8 a stop at the home of Dave Monson a brief but informative course in mining,
Included on D1, D2-D5, Y1 Journeys and Susan Butcher, the late four-time and then you will try panning for yourself!
Iditarod champion, where you will meet You will find gold—we guarantee it!
FAIRBAN KS , AL ASK A
Duration: 7 hours her winning sled dogs and witness a dog Nothing beats the thrill of grabbing a
sled demonstration. From there, continue sack filled with pay dirt and getting your
Board the only remaining authentic on to the Old Chena Indian Village, and chance to strike it rich. Finally, explore
Alaskan sternwheeler for a cruise along disembark for a glimpse into Alaskan the dredge camp and visit the gift shop
the Chena and Tanana rivers in Chena Native life and history. Alaskan Native where you can have your gold weighed
River State Recreation Area. With the guides will take you on a tour of an and find out the dollar value based on
feel of an old-time steamboat that Athabascan Indian village, a spruce bark the current market price. Have your
frequented the river during the gold hut, a trapper’s cabin made of spruce gold turned into a memorable keepsake
rush days, the modern-day Riverboat logs, and show you how a fish wheel while you enjoy complimentary coffee
Discovery features an open sun deck, operates. Before boarding for your trip and fresh homemade cookies before
heated glass enclosed decks and is back, you’ll have 15 minutes at the end boarding the train for the return back to
equipped with video equipment so of the tour to wander around the village the station.
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FEATURED EXC TOUR
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DAWSON
KLONDIKE SPIRIT Step aboard the Klondike Spirit and Learn how “Caveman Bill“ came to
YUKON RIVER CRUISE embark on a cruise to a bygone era on live the ultimate sustainable lifestyle
Included on Y1-Y5 Land+Sea Journeys the only operating paddlewheeler in the in his distinctive residence before the
Yukon Territory. Sit back and relax as you paddlehwheeler turns at the confluence
DAWSON , YU KON , CANADA
Duration: 1.5 hours make your way through breathtaking of the Yukon and Klondike Rivers.
landscapes along the Yukon River, the You’ll want to keep an eye out for
third longest river in America. Wildlife, including moose, bears, bald
During this fully narrated roundtrip eagles, and many more animals may
cruise, your crew will bring the Gold be travelling just beyond the paddle
Rush days to life as you cruise past wheels!
Sternwheeler Graveyard, the historical
site of Moosehide and Dawson City,
enjoying an unobstructed view of
the passing scene from her spacious
observation deck.
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FEATURED EXC TOUR
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DENALI
TUNDRA This comprehensive full-day tour travels so you can get a close-up look at the
WILDERNESS deep into Denali National Park for the action. You can even purchase a DVD
TOUR best possible wildlife and Mt. McKinley that includes some of the video footage
Included on D1-D6, Y1-Y6 Journeys viewpoints and a host of magnificent shot along the way. Watch for bears
vistas. Your expert driver/guide will along braided rivers, caribou above
DENALI NATIONAL PARK , AL ASK A
Duration: 8 hours narrate throughout the journey and tree line, and Dall sheep high above
provide in-depth information about on mountain passes. Scenic highlights
the history of the park. When animals include the multi-colored cliffs of
are sighted, your tour driver will even Polychrome Pass and, if Denali is ''out,''
capture video footage and project the astounding views of Mt. McKinley from
images onto drop-down video screens Stony Hill Overlook.
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DENALI
MUSIC OF DENALI sounds. After dinner, unwind over a new heights, which, according to one
(at the Gold cup of complimentary coffee or tea or, of the men, explorer Robert Tatum,
Nugget Saloon) if the mood suits, soda, beer, wine and was like ''looking out the windows of
Offered on all D1-D6, Y1-Y6 Journeys cocktails are available for purchase. heaven.'' Enjoy the rollicking ride while
As total relaxation sets in, get ready to experiencing the thrill of discovering
DENALI SQ UARE , AL ASK A
Duration: 2 hours experience a truly delightful show that gold and the unforeseen dangers
captures the legendary adventures of faced when climbing this mammoth
Kick back and laugh after a full day of the first men known to scale the highest peak. Relish the spirited music full of
sightseeing by joining in on this evening- peak in North America, Denali, which funny, lighthearted lyrics and the gifted
long jaunt to a family-style roadhouse just 20,000 feet high into the vast blue ensemble that bring this original musical
to see a sidesplitting musical comedy sky. Also known as Denali, which means and a slice of Alaskan history to life.
about the first men to reach the summit ''The Great One,'' this towering mountain Notes: Theatre is located at the McKinley
of Denali (formerly Mt. McKinley). The features two significant summits and Chalets. Transfer time is 6:15 PM. Doors
evening begins with a family style dinner five glaciers that flow down from the open at 6:30 PM. Family-style served
featuring Alaskan salmon, smokehouse mountain’s steep slopes. Through clever meal including smokehouse BBQ &
BBQ, hearty mashed potatoes and lyrics set to engaging music, the gifted Alaskan Salmon. Show portion of this
tour is 50 minutes. This excursion is led
house baked apple crisps for dessert. cast tells the entertaining story of these
in English.
Come hungry because this delicious early explorers, including Alaskan native
spread is all-you-can-eat. While feasting Walter Harper, the first man to reach the
on this savory meal, enjoy wonderful main summit. Take in the indomitable
performances by a talented group of pioneering spirit of this determined
musicians and singers who hit all the group who bravely made their way
right notes with lively songs and heartfelt through the Alaskan wilderness to reach
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ANCHORAGE/SEWARD
PORTAGE GLACIER Your tour begins as you board your most popular attractions. Standing just
CRUISE deluxe motorcoach for a scenic drive 300 yards from a relic of the Ice Age,
Included on D4 Journey along the Seward Highway to Portage you’ll watch for fractures of ice break
Glacier, part of the Chugach National off the glacier and crash into the water
ANCHOR AG E/SEWARD, AL ASK A
Duration: 1 hour Forest located south of Portage Lake. below. Finish up with a stop at the Alaska
Next, you’ll board the MV Ptarmigan, the Wildlife Conservation Center for the
only boat operating on Portage Lake, for opportunity to view wildlife up close.
an unforgettable one-hour cruise across
iceberg-dotted Portage Lake. Cruising
across Portage Lake, you’ll quickly see
why Portage Glacier is one of Alaska’s
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OUR GUESTS
Alaska is a great destination for introducing the
Holland America Line experience to new guests. The majority
of our Alaska cruise guests are new to Holland America Line
or have sailed with us just once before. Many of these guests
then come back again and again to explore other places around
the world with us.
Based on consumer research regarding the core target audience
for Holland America Line, we know that it is about much more
than just demographics. These guests have worked hard and
have earned the opportunity to travel in comfort and style and to
immerse themselves in amazing destinations.
• Active, engaged couples
KEY AUDIENCE ATTRIBUTES:
• Are at a stage in life when they have the flexibility to travel
when they want EXPERIENCED in life, travel and cruising
Some are used to and expect the sophisticated touches and
• Upper/middle income (average $143,000 HHI) earned through European elegance Holland America Line embodies. Others
hard work (media target: $100K HHI, age 50+) have a strong appreciation for these things, which may not be
• Expect quality and value a part of their everyday life.
• Eager to discover new places and different cultures LEARNERS eager to discover other cultures and places
For some, simply being exposed to new ports, sights or
• Seek memorable, engaging experiences
cuisines will fulfill their sense of immersive travel. For others,
• More sophisticated, appreciate the finer things, seek exploring and gaining a deep understanding of history through
outstanding service the eyes of a local resident will be essential parts of a Holland
• Enjoy dining, art, music, theater, golf and yoga America Line cruise.
UPSCALE with an appreciation for quality and value
These are not the idle rich. They have earned their place
through hard work and expect to receive value for their money.
They are willing and able to afford the premium experiences
that Holland America Line can provide.
GROWN-UP with a desire for experiences
to be remembered
Holland America Line guests are not seeking a floating party.
They value outstanding service, joyful entertainment, lean-back
relaxation and lean-forward engaging experiences.
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CAREFULLY CRAFTED JOURNEYS
THE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE BRAND - AREAS OF DISTINCTION
B R AN D DI STINCTION
Each Area of Distinc-
Holland America Line offers an unrivaled selection of carefully crafted
tion supports the journeys connecting our guests to all seven continents.
Holland America Line
Brand Key Differentiators:
Classic Style and With nearly 145 years of seafaring experience,
Enriching Journeys. every Holland America Line itinerary is carefully
• 500+ Carefully Crafted
crafted to provide just the right balance of
Itineraries marquee ports, hidden gems and scenic cruising.
Each year we sail to more than 425 ports around
• 425+ Ports of Call
the globe, more than any other premium cruise
• 100+ Countries line. We provide guests with local cultural insights;
• Explorations Central™ insider travel tips; and unique, personalized
(EXC™) experiences through our online EXC Port
• Signature Itineraries
Planners™ in partnership with AFAR, onboard
Explorations Central™ (EXC™) programming and
• Legendary Voyages in-port EXC Tours™.
• Grand Voyages
• EXC In-Depth™ Voyages
• EXC Port Planners™ in
partnership with AFAR
• Signature Experiences in
key ports
• First in Alaska, since 1947
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CULINARY EXCELLENCE
THE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE BRAND - AREAS OF DISTINCTION
B R AN D DI STINCTION
Each Area of Distinc-
Holland America Line offers the most complete and immersive
tion supports the culinary experience at sea.
Holland America Line
Brand Key Differentiators:
Classic Style and The Holland America Line culinary experience
Enriching Journeys. begins with superb dining influenced by our
• Culinary Council® of
global culinary council of distinguished chefs.
World-Renowned Chefs The Dining Room is renowned for everyday
excellence, while restaurants like Pinnacle Grill
• The Dining Room: Everyday
Excellence and Canaletto offer specialty options. Guests can
enjoy an extensive wine selection, including rare
• As You Wish® Dining
wines made possible through relationships with
• Specialty Dining: industry-leading wineries; and spirits enthusiasts
Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto,
Rudi’s Sel de Mer*
appreciate our dedication to classic cocktails. But
the experiences don’t stop there, as guests can
• Casual Choices: Lido hone their skills with America’s Test Kitchen and
Market, Dive-In Burgers,
New York Pizza explore the culinary side of destinations through
our partnership with Food & Wine magazine.
• Extensive Wine Selection
• Master Mixologist Dale
DeGroff/Classic Cocktails
• 24-Hour In-Room Dining
• America’s Test Kitchen
Onboard Shows & Classes
• Coming soon! Culinary-
focused EXC™ Tours in
partnership with Food &
Wine® magazine
* ms Noordam only
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