Alaska & The Yukon - GoCruise & Travel- Helen Worthington

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CRUISES & CRUISETOURS SUMMER 2023 ALASKA CRUISES • DENALI CRUISETOURS • YUKON+DENALI CRUISETOURS BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI Have it allPLUS

ALASKA & YUKON HOLIDAYS Holland America Line has been showing guests Alaska since 1947, even before Alaska was a state. Our unmatched experience, expertise and insider knowledge means that you will experience the authentic Alaska you’ve dreamed of. Words barely describe those life-changing moments when a glacier calves, a bald eagle soars, or the sun shines on a mountain peak that fills up half the sky. Scenes of mindblowing beauty thrill the eye and lift the heart as you fall under the spell of Alaska and the Yukon. Only in very few places do land and sea meet as magnificently as the Great Land. Come and discover must-see sights such as Denali National Park and Glacier Bay, along with seldom-seen sights in Canada’s Yukon Territory. 2 More value and convenience — you can Have It All. Our best amenities included at 50% off. For one simple fare, you can enjoy a premium package that includes Shore excursion(s), a Drink Package, Speciality Dining and Wi-Fi. > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

You can simply choose your own highlights – or come see it all!

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All our carefully planned holidays will feature Alaskan highlights – by sea, by air, by glass-domed train and luxury motorcoach. ‘A-list’ sights include a cruise through the scenic Inside Passage and up to three days exploring wonderful Denali, the largest continually protected ecosystem in the world.

The icing on the cake, Gold Rush and Klondike heritage at Dawson City, Fairbanks and Whitehorse, travelling by glass-domed railcar through miles of spectacular terrain, Anchorage, a major metropolis at the edge of the Wilderness – and Alyeska – Alaska’s only luxury spa resort.

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CRUISING IN ALASKA WITH HOLLAND AMERICA LINE to the cruise line to explorers, foodies and music lovers! the ultimate in Alaska travel experiences, onboard ships. lounges adorned with fine art and fresh flowers; most spacious staterooms feature a private balcony; restaurants serve gourmet cuisine and delicious snacks, the experience is enhanced by attentive service, enrichment expertise. our holidays include a 4, 7 or 14-night cruise which will enable you to enjoy incredible coastal scenery up close. the spirit of Alaska come alive via Exploration Central guides, talks and native artists. BBC Earth Frozen Planet Alaska programme set to live classical music, how cook fresh Alaskan salmon with culinary experts.

With ‘Have it All’ we are adding some incredible inclusive extra value to your holiday, as for one simple fare you’ll receive four inclusions you’d typically purchase later – a drinks package, speciality dining, WI-FI and one or more shore excursion – and you’ll save 50% or more on those extras versus buying them separately. 4 > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

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Onboard your perfectly-sized ship, you’ll enjoy elegant lounges adorned with priceless antiques and fresh flowers… dining rooms that sparkle with crystal and fine china… delicious dining and award-winning service, and above all gracious hospitality. There are picture windows and teak promenades from which to view the emerald forests and spell binding glaciers of Alaska’s Inside Passage, perhaps even a glimpse of orca whales and sea lions in the wake of your ship.

• Nearly one crew member for every two guests

to see glaciers, choose Holland America Line as your guide. We’ve planned our itineraries to showcase these Ice Age marvels – including a full day of scenic cruising in Glacier Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on most sailings.

• The Asian inspired Greenhouse Spa and Salon

Accommodation is spacious and comfortable, ranging from value sea-view staterooms to sumptuous suites with private balcony, all featuring en-suite bathroom, terry robes, 24-hour room service and more. What sets Holland America Line apart:

• “Explorations Central” (EXC) destination and wildlife expertise

• Elegant, perfectly-sized ships

• Full days ashore to explore Alaskan ports independently or via immersive tours

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• BBC Earth “Frozen Planet” Experiences

• Fine dining with casual to formal options

There are few finer places to sail than Alaska, where glaciers flow into the sea, whales and other marine life thrive and frontier ports brim with Ifadventure.youarecoming

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• Regional cuisine and ‘Port to Table’ cookery demonstrations

COME HOME TO ELEGANCE

After a day of discovery, return to the familiar, intimate elegance of your Holland America Line ship. A vase of fresh flowers on an antique side table. Rich, polished woods and teak decks. One by one, these details add up, creating an ambiance that is timeless and inviting. Take a moment to admire a famous Warhol painting or a Ming Dynasty artefact, an art collection that has been carefully curated from around the world.

During the cruise element of your Alaskan holiday, you’ll enjoy all the comforts, dining and amenities of your perfectly-sized ship.

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PERSONAL TOUCHES AT EVERY TURN

As you settle into your spacious stateroom, your room steward may stop by to ensure every detail is in order, taking a moment to learn your name to greet you personally each day. Our staff are gracious and warmly attentive. Never in the way, yet always close at hand.

CLASSIC STYLE

Known for the most extensive menus at sea, we now offer yet more choices at the Pinnacle Grill steakhouse, Pan Asian Tamarind~ and Italian “Canaletto”, while in the elegant two-tiered dining room, guests may choose from fixed or flexible dining times, and enjoy everything from succulent local Alaskan salmon to classic dishes from the great culinary traditions of Europe. ~Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam & Koningsdam only SEIZE THE NIGHT Feast your eyes on astonishing footage from BBC Earth, accompanied by live music. Treat your ears to live Memphis blues, classical concerts or chart hits. Enjoy talented international performers and captivating speakers. Every night unforgettable entertainment unfolds.

TRAVEL THROUGH TASTE

TALENTED MUSICIANS bring to life a classic masterpiece. On another stage, Memphis blues rocks the house. Step away, hear the greatest pop hits.

ENHANCE your culinary knowledge with delicious cooking recipes you’ll treasure long after your cruise has ended.

EXC Talks Get an insider’s perspective at these informative onboard talks. In select regions, EXC Talks feature multimedia presentations that bring each destination to life with captivating storytelling and expert commentary.

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EXC Nature Get an insider’s perspective at these informative onboard talks. In select regions, EXC Talks feature multimedia presentations that bring each destination to life with captivating storytelling and expert commentary.

DESTINATION IMMERSION Explorations Central™ (EXC™) is an immersive programme designed to make your journey more engaging, vivid and meaningful. Feel the history, culture and cuisine of the places you’ll visit come to life through immersive talks, guides, encounters and port planners. On Westerdam, Eurodam, Oosterdam, Noordam, Koningsdam & Nieuw Statendam, EXC features interactive touchscreens, digital stories, even a display of real-time data from the ship’s bridge.

Be transported to the majestic wilderness of the Polar Regions and Alaska with a live concert set to the backdrop of the breathtaking footage from the TV’s Frozen Planet, and gain insights as to how this extraordinary content is captured.

ENRICHING JOURNEYS

EXC Culture Start your immersion in a destination’s culture and history before you even step on shore, with help from local experts, artists and performers.

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EXC Port to Table Port to Table is a new programme that invites guest chefs and culinary experts on board to represent their culture, showcase their talents and bring their local food stories to life. In addition to sharing interesting insights into their cuisine, background and cooking techniques, the chefs will also engage guests through activities like live cooking demonstrations, food tastings, wine pairings, speciality dinners and more.

From exploring the world’s natural treasures to learning about tried-and-true culinary techniques, our exclusive partnerships give you more to see and do.

Learn to capture your most memorable travel moments with expert photography instruction and unique opportunities to use your newfound skills in port.

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UNIQUE SHORE EXCURSIONS Choose from our award-winning shore excursions and immerse yourself in authentic, engaging travel experiences—easily, comfortably and conveniently.

Our McKinley Chalet Resort - Denali

This magnificent 68-acre hotel set on the scenic Nenana River offers guests their own stylish wilderness retreat, featuring seamless hospitality and sustainable Alaskan cuisine - the perfect comfortable base for adventures within the park, from river rafting to hiking trails, guided walks and forest paths. Our Base Camp is a gathering area where guests can relax, shop, dine and enjoy music and entertainment. The two storey restaurant showcases panoramic views of the neighbouring mountains, while the Gold Nugget Saloon features live music.

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as far as the eye can see, with a vast animal community that far outnumbers the sparse human population. As far from civilization as you are ever likely to get, this tranquil place promises remote wilderness adventure in a land that is truly unique and rare. Our advice – spend as much time as possible in Denali. Our Triple Denali holidays optimise your chance to see Mt Denali without cloud cover and the widest range of wildlife – caribou, grizzlies and more. As well as a complimentary Tundra Wilderness Tour, you’ll have time to choose from thrilling options such as flight-seeing and river rafting.

THE YUKON TERRITORY

The streets are no longer paved with gold, but the Klondike still offers an authentic and fascinating view of the 1890’s gold rush – when stampeders came north in search of fabled wealth. On our Yukon & Denali holidays, you may tour the gold fields, glide on the Yukon River on an authentic paddle-wheeler and learn about First Nation culture. You’ll still have time to enjoy Denali and relax on a Holland America Line cruise!

McKinley Explorer Explorer Coaches

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The Alaska railroad snakes through glacier-carved valley, across rugged river canyons and features legendary feats of railway engineering. Relax, dine, take photos from panoramic windows as you enjoy expert commentary about your journey highlights: Our own McKinley Explorer glass-domed railcars whisk guests between Anchorage and Denali in magnificent style. Stretch your legs and breathe in the scenery on our open-air viewing platform, and savour Alaska-inspired dining, freshly prepared and served elegantly. Accommodating fewer guests, these coaches offer lavish interior space with wide leather seats and ample legroom, plus large LCD TV monitors for onboard entertainment and enrichment. You’ll travel Alaska and the Yukon’s scenic byways in complete comfort, enjoying expert narration along the way! Travel in luxurious comfort Scenic byways

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TOMBSTONEPARK Dawson City Denali Fairbanks WhitehorseSkagway/HainesJuneauKetchikanSeAnchorageward Y U K O N TRACY ARM INSIDE PASSAGE NADENALITIONALPARK GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK A L A S K A Combine the “must-see” sights of Denali National Park and Alaska’s glacial-clad shores with the seldom-seen wonders of the Yukon, including the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad and colourful Dawson City. Plus the expertise of a professional journey host to enhance your overland adventures. EVERY YUKON + DENALI HOLIDAY INCLUDES YUKON + DENALI HOLIDAYS Gold Country, Denali & Glacier Bay • An elegant 3, 4 or 7-night cruise including dining, activities and evening entertainment. • A full day of scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park~. • All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise ship, as well as in-country flights to Fairbanks, Dawson City, Whitehorse and Vancouver. • A professional journey host on the land portion of the holiday. • Premier overnight accommodations at McKinley Chalet Resort (Denali) & Westmark Hotels (room only). • Comprehensive Tundra Wilderness Tour to the heart of Denali National Park. • Visit www.hollandamerica.com for details of our Great Land Optional Dining planchoose from a full board plan or a breakfast only plan which is available for purchase on land (cruise is full board). ~Y3 does not include Glacier Bay when taking cruise first option 10 HOLLANDEXCLUSIVETOAMERICALINE White Pass & Yukon Railroad

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Day 5 – Dawson City/Fairbanks Take a short flight to Fairbanks for your two night stay in Alaska’s second city.

Y1 - DEPARTURE DATES 2023 PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES Noordam Y1L: 24 May; 7, 21 Jun; 5, 19 Jul; 2, 16; 30 Aug Y1C: 14*, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 20 Aug Nieuw Amsterdam Y1L: 17, 31 May; 14, 28 Jun; 12, 26 Jul; 9, 23 Aug Y1C: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 27 Aug 11 Day 18 – Cruising Inside Passage An on board specialist will help you spot eagles, whales and other wildlife, comfortably viewed from the ship’s panoramic windows and spacious promenade decks. Day 19 – Vancouver YDisembark.1canbetaken in reverse cruise first, then tour (Y1C). *Based on Noordam (Y1C) 14 May 2023 £3,079*PP18-NIGHTSFROM ONLYCRUISETOUR > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

Day 1 – Vancouver Enjoy an overnight stay in Vancouver. Day 2 – Vancouver/Whitehorse Fly to Whitehorse and experience the Yukon capital, home of the ss Klondike and more.

Day 4 – Dawson City Enjoy an included Yukon River Paddle Wheeler cruise then perhaps tour the Klondike Gold Fields, kick up your heels in a rough and tumble saloon or visit the rustic log cabin of author Jack London.

Day 8 – Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Enjoy a guided Tundra Wilderness Tour this afternoon with opportunities to view numerous animals such as caribou, Dall sheep, moose and bears.

The Native Heritage Centre provides a window into Alaska’s indigenous peoples, while modern art galleries and restaurants confirm the city’s cosmopolitan status. Day 12 – Anchorage/Whittier Travel by rail to Whittier to board your Holland America Line ship. Day 13 – Hubbard Glacier Enjoy the five star facilities and fine dining of your Holland America Line ship as you see Hubbard Glacier, North America’s longest tidewater glacier Day 14 – Cruising Glacier Bay Thousand-year old glacier ice cliffs in shades of blue, grey and green rise straight from the sea, surrounded by an immense quiet. Nothing prepares you for the stark and stunning beauty of this inaccessible corner of the world. Day 15 – Skagway Visit a genuine Klondike Gold Rush town, with perfectly preserved boardwalks and saloons from the days of the prospectors. Day 16 – Juneau Embrace the adventure with an optional tour - like helicopter trekking, the newest and most exciting way to explore the 1,500 square-mile Juneau Icefield. Or enjoy a window seat on a floatplane and visit 5 majestic glaciers. Day 17 – Ketchikan Stroll historic Creek St, see the largest collection of Totem poles in the world, or flight-see the magnificent Misty Fjords by floatplane.

Day 3 – Whitehorse/Dawson City Fly to Dawson City, a 19th century restored gold rush town once dubbed the “Paris of the North”.

Day 10 – Denali/Anchorage Travel by McKinley Explorer to Anchorage, accompanied by incredible forest and mountain landscape. Day 11 – Anchorage

Day 6 – Fairbanks Once a trading post serving gold miners at the turn of the century, Fairbanks offers genuine frontier history. Enjoy an included lunch on Sternwheeler Riverboat Discovery and pan for gold at Gold Dredge 8. Day 7 – Fairbanks/Denali Travel by coach to Denali, for your three night stay at the McKinley Chalet Resort.

Day 9 – Denali at Leisure Denali, the “Great One”, is the name Athabascan people gave the massive peak that crowns the 600-mile long Alaska Range. A day to explore this wild and unspoiled region.

After a stay in Vancouver, combine Canada’s rugged Yukon with the spectacular dramatic scenery of Alaska’s coastline. Enjoy luxury rail, coach travel and a visit to Denali National Park. Pass through forest and mountain landscapes, alpine valleys, and unique historic communities from the Gold Rush era, followed by a scenic cruise through the incredible Inside Passage. DENALI HOLIDAY – 18 1 Night: Vancouver & Whitehorse 2 Nights: Dawson, Fairbanks & Anchorage 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Included: Journey Host, Gold Dredge 8, Riverboat Discovery, Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise, McKinley Explorer train, Cruisetrain 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise (full board basis)

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Cruisetrain 7-night Inside Passage Cruise Y2 - DEPARTURE DATES 2023 Noordam Y2L: 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 20 Aug; 3 Sep Y2C: 14*, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 20 Aug Nieuw Amsterdam Y2L: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 27 Aug Y2C: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 27 Aug 12 *Based on Noordam (Y2C) 14 May 2023 £2,479*PP14-NIGHTSFROM ONLYCRUISETOUR PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

Day 1 – Vancouver Enjoy an overnight stay in Vancouver. Day 2 – Vancouver/Dawson City Fly to Dawson City for a two night stay and discover where the Gold Rush began. Day 3 – Dawson City Enjoy an included Yukon Paddle Wheeler cruise on Klondike Spirit then choose from optional tours... Perhaps visit Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall, or tour out to the wilderness of Tombstone Park.

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Day 4 – Dawson/Denali Fly to Denali National park for your 2-night stay at the comfortable McKinley Chalets.

Day 6 – Denali/Anchorage Board the elegant domed railcars of the McKinley explorer and take in Alaska’s spectacular scenery on your way to Anchorage. Day 7 – Anchorage Spend a day and evening at this cosmopolitan city on the edge of the Alaskan wilderness.

Day 10 – Glacier Bay National Park Glide through sparkling fjords and watch for marine life as you listen to fascinating commentary on the bay and its ice-age glaciers. Day 11 – Skagway Fabled gateway to the Klondike gold fields, Skagway’s wooden boardwalks and saloons are carefully restored to their original state – so wander around this living museum. Day 12 – Juneau Take a walking tour of Alaska’s scenic capital, including the Mendenhall Glacier. Or enjoy a window seat on a floatplane and visit 5 majestic glaciers. Day 13 – Ketchikan Visit the world’s largest collection of Totem poles or take float plane ride to the spectacular Misty Fjords.

Day 14 – Cruising Inside Passage Forested slopes and fishing villages on either side of you make this day one of relaxing wonder. Day 15 – Vancouver Disembark. with Riverboat McKinley Explorer train,

Day 8 – Anchorage/Whittier Take the cruisetrain to Whittier to board your five star Holland America Line ship. Day 9 – Hubbard Glacier Marvel at the size of the incredible ‘Galloping Glacier’ from the picture windows and open decks of your ship as you cruise up close to its shimmering ice peaks.

A slightly shorter itinerary still includes the highlights of Alaska, with two nights at Denali National Park, two nights in Dawson City and a chance to explore Anchorage. Then step onboard your perfectly sized ship for a stunning 7-night Alaska cruise.

Day 5 – Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Explore a few of the miles of parkland on a guided Tundra Wilderness tour, watching for wildlife.

Y2L – YUKON + DOUBLE DENALI HOLIDAY – 14 NIGHTS 1 Night: Vancouver 2 Nights: Dawson, Denali

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1 Night: Anchorage, Fairbanks & Whitehorse 2 Nights: Dawson & Skagway 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Included: Journey Host, Gold Dredge 8, Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise, McKinley Explorer train, historic White Pass & Yukon Rail 3 or 4-night Inside Passage Cruise

Day 4 – Denali at Leisure Heli-hike, golf or explore the park via jeep or covered wagon on an optional tour. Day 5 – Denali/Fairbanks Travel by motorcoach to Fairbanks, originally a trading post for miners, where you’ll pan for gold on Gold Dredge 8. Day 6 – Fairbanks/Dawson Take a short flight to Dawson City – where the Gold Rush began - for a two night stay. Day 7 – Dawson City Enjoy an included Yukon Paddle Wheeler cruise on Klondike Spirit then choose from optional tours... Perhaps visit Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall, or tour out to the wilderness of Tombstone Park. Day 8 – Dawson/Whitehorse Motorcoach to Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon. Day 9 – Whitehorse/Skagway Ride in the historic parlour cars of the narrow gauge White Pass & Yukon railroad with spectacular scenery. Day 10 – Skagway Fabled gateway to the Klondike gold fields, Skagway’s wooden boardwalks and saloons are carefully restored to their original state – so wander around this living museum. Day 11 – Skagway/Cruise Board your comfortable Holland America Line ship and set sail southwards. Day 12 – Cruising Glacier Bay Glide through sparkling fjords and watch for marine life as you listen to fascinating commentary on the bay and its ice-age glaciers. Day 13 – Ketchikan Visit the world’s largest collection of Totem poles or take float plane ride to the spectacular Misty Fjords. Day 14 – Cruising Inside Passage Forested slopes and fishing villages on either side of you make this day one of relaxing wonder. Day 15 – Vancouver Disembark.

Y3 - DEPARTURE DATES 2023 Volendam Y3L: 17, 24, 31 May; 7, 14, 21, 28 Jun; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jul; 2, 9, 16, 23 Aug Y3C: 24*, 31 May; 7, 14, 21, 28 Jun; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jul; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Aug Koningsdam Y3L: 20, 27 May; 3, 10, 17, 24 Jun; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jul; 5, 12, 19, 26 Aug Y3C: 27 May; 3, 10, 17, 24 Jun; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jul; 5, 12, 19, 26, 31 Aug *Based on Volendam (Y3C) 24 May 2023 £1,719*PP14-NIGHTSFROM ONLYCRUISETOUR PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

A slightly shorter itinerary still includes the highlights of Alaska, with three all important nights at Denali National Park and a 3 or 4 night Alaska cruise. Enjoy a scenic train journey across the White Pass and Yukon railroad in a vintage parlour car and more time in the old boardwalk town of Skagway.

Day 1 – Anchorage

Enjoy an overnight stay in the bustling downtown district of Anchorage. Day 2 – Anchorage/Denali Luxurious domed railcars will enchant you on your way to Denali for your 3-night stay at the McKinley Chalets. Day 3 – Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Explore a few of the miles of parkland on a guided Tundra Wilderness tour, watching for wildlife.

Y3L – YUKON + TRIPLE DENALI HOLIDAY – 14 NIGHTS

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Vancouver Disembark after breakfast. D4 can be taken in reverse cruise first, then tour (D4C). *Based on Noordam (D4C) 14 May 2023 £2,029*PP14-NIGHTSFROM ONLYCRUISETOUR *Based on Noordam (D2C) 14 May 2023 £1,889*PP11-NIGHTSFROM ONLYCRUISETOUR PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

Day 13 – Ketchikan Fishing capital of Alaska and originally an Indian village, Ketchikan is gateway to the Misty Fjords.

Day 6 – Talkeetna/Alyeska Travel from Talkeetna via the Seward highway, visiting Portage Glacier en-route, and spend two nights at this premier spa hotel near the quaint town of Girdwood.

Day 4 – Denali at Leisure

Day 1 – Fairbanks Enjoy a two night stay in Fairbanks. Day 2 – Fairbanks Tour this historic gold rush town before boarding the sternwheeler Discovery for a cruise down the Chena and Tanana rivers (lunch included). Day 3 – Fairbanks/Denali Sightsee to Denali onboard a luxurious explorer motorcoach, ready to enjoy two nights in a cosy Lodge. Day 4 – Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour The Tundra Wilderness tour will open your eyes to Denali’s glory! Then relax and enjoy the great amenities of your hotel.

Day 9 – Juneau From Alaska’s scenic capital, take an excursion to the mighty Mendenhall Glacier, opt for salmon fishing or a wildlife cruise. Day 10 – Ketchikan Once an Indian fishing village, clinging to the shore, visit a park of stately totem poles, or go flight-seeing to the spectacularly scenic Misty Fjords and enjoy a lunch of fresh salmon.

Day 5 – Denali/Talkeetna Board the glass domed carriages of the McKinley Explorer train for a scenic trip to Talkeetna.

D2L – TRIPLE DENALI HOLIDAY – 11 NIGHTS 1 Night: Anchorage 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: McKinley Explorer train 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise For the best of Denali and a full Alaska cruise experience in just 11 days, choose this tour and travel directly between Denali and your ship. You’ll still enjoy three nights in the wilderness and a luxurious seven night Glacier Bay Inside Passage cruise.

Day 3 – Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Take full advantage of wildlife and Mt Denali viewing on a guided Tundra Wilderness tour, watching for caribou and grizzlies.

You’ll get to hike, river raft, take a flight seeing tour – or simply relax in your comfortable lodge and enjoy the scenery.

Day 1 – Anchorage Enjoy an overnight stay in this cosmopolitan city.

Noordam D4L: 14, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 29 Aug; 3 Sep D4C: 14*, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 29 Aug; 3 Sep Nieuw Amsterdam D4L: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 17 Aug; 10 Sep D4C: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 17 Aug; 10 Sep Day 11 – Cruise Inside Passage Sail through this incredible waterway where massive mountains rise almost vertically from deep fjord-like waters, and watch for seals, porpoises, eagles and whales. Day 12 – Vancouver DDisembark.2canbetaken in reverse cruise first, then tour (D2C).

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2 Nights: Fairbanks, Denali with Tundra Wilderness, Alyeska Resort 1 Night: Talkeetna Included: Riverboat Discovery, Portage Glacier Cruise, McKinley Explorer train 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise

Day 7 – Cruising Glacier Bay From your ship you have a front view of the spires, pinnacles and pillars of ice, surrounded by an immense quiet, broken only by the muffled thunder of icebergs being born. Day 8 – Skagway Once turbulent staging point for gold prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike, you can now stroll weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons at Skagway.

Day 7 – Alyeska Enjoy a day of relaxing, hiking or even paragliding amid stunning mountain scenery. Day 8 – Alyeska/Whittier Soak up the scenery as you travel by coach to Resurrection Bay and board your ship in time for lunch. Day 9 – Hubbard Glacier Enjoy a day at sea onboard your mid-sized ship. Day 10 – Cruising Glacier Bay Watch in wonder as glaciers calve before your eyes, when salt water melts the glacier’s foundation and huge pieces of ice sheer off the face. Day 11 – Skagway Walk the creaky boardwalks to the taverns and shops of Main St and hike part of the beautiful Chilkoot Trail. Day 12 – Juneau Surrounded by the lush Tongass National Forest and with the Mendenhall Glacier at its back door, Alaska’s capital offers an array of things to do!

Combine two days at Denali with Fairbanks and a seven night Glacier Discovery cruise. Enjoy a day and night at Alyeska, Alaska’s only premier spa resort, set in an area of extraordinary beauty and offering tours that range from aerial tramways, alpine trails to kayaking and float trips.

D4L – DOUBLE DENALI & ALYESKA HOLIDAY – 14 NIGHTS

Day 2 – Anchorage/Denali Travel by luxury coach to Denali for your incomparable three night stay in an inviting lodge.

D2 - DEPARTURE DATES 2023 D4 - DEPARTURE DATES 2023 Noordam D2L: 17, 31 May; 14, 28 Jun; 12, 26 Jul; 9, 23 Aug; 6 Sep D2C: 14*, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 20 Aug; 3 Sep Nieuw Amsterdam D2L: 24 May; 7, 21 Jun; 5, 19 Jul; 2, 16, 30 Aug; 13 Sep D2C: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 27 Aug; 10 Sep

Day 14 – Cruising Inside Passage the scenery and five star lifestyle on your comfortable cruise ship. Day 15 –

Day 5 – Denali/Whittier Travel by luxury domed railcar to Whittier (lunch included), and meet your elegant Holland America Line ship. Day 6 – Hubbard Glacier Enjoy a full day onboard – fine dining, gracious service, spacious accommodation and the stunning scenery of Hubbard Glacier in the afternoon.

Day 6 – Anchorage/Seward

Day 8 – Seward/Whittier Today head to the remote town of Whittier to board your elegant ship. Day 9 – Hubbard Glacier Enjoy a leisurely day highlighted by afternoon scenic cruising to Hubbard Glacier - North America’s longest tidewater glacier. Day 10 – Glacier Bay Cruise the ice-studded fjords of this national treasure for a full eight hours watching for wildlife as a Park Service Ranger narrates. Day 11 – Skagway Step back to the days of the last great gold rush-choose and from exciting shore excursions including the fascinating White Pass and Yukon Railroad, used by the original gold prospectors. Day 12 – Juneau Visit the most remote, most beautiful and strangest state capital in the USA. Surrounded by water, forest and mountain sights, visitors can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building all in one day. Day 13 – Ketchikan Explore this uniquely Alaskan port, famous for its rich native culture, salmon fishing, and scenic Misty Fjords. Denali with Wilderness McKinley Explorer train’, Gold Dredge, Riverboat Discovery,

D3L – DOUBLE DENALI + SEWARD HOLIDAY – 14 NIGHTS 1 Night: Anchorage 2 Nights: Seward,

Day 5 – Denali/Anchorage Travel via the glass-domed rail carriages of the McKinley Explorer train to Anchorage. North America’s highest mountain is soon within your sights soaring 20,320 feet into the blue. Enjoy an overnight stay in cosmopolitan Anchorage.

Day 4 – Denali Enjoy a 7-hour Tundra Wildlife Tour – delving deep into Denali’s six million acre spread to watch for grizzly bears, Dall sheep, moose, caribou and a host of indigenous wildlife on land and in the air.

Day 1 – Fairbanks Enjoy a two night stay in Fairbanks. Day 2 – Fairbanks Spend some time at this Gold Rush town including a ride on sternwheeler Discovery with lunch included and pan for gold at the historic Gold Dredge 8. Day 3 – Fairbanks/Denali Travel by luxury coach and enjoy the scenery as you travel to Denali National Park for your two night stay at our McKinley Chalet Resort.

This more leisurely tour features time to explore the historic towns of Fairbanks and Seward, two nights in Denali National Park, the stunning McKinley Explorer experience and a luxurious seven night Glacier Bay Inside Passage cruise! Our breathtaking backdrop is ice-age fjords, soaring mountains and mile upon mile of the wildest wilderness. This is Nature untamed and unforgettable!

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After a morning at leisure in Anchorage, take the small ship cruise to Portage Glacier on the way to the picturesque seaside town of Seward for a two night stay. Day 7 – Seward Explore on your own or take optional excursions with an entire free day in Seward. Don’t miss the chance to visit the Sealife Center or take an excursion into Kenai Fjords National Park.

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Portage Glacier Cruise 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise D3 - DEPARTURE DATES 2022 Noordam D3L: 14, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 20 Aug; 3 Sep D3C: 14*, 28 May; 11, 25 Jun; 9, 23 Jul; 6, 20 Aug; 3 Sep Nieuw Amsterdam D3L: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 27 Aug; 10 Sep D3C: 21 May; 4, 18 Jun; 2, 16, 30 Jul; 13, 27 Aug; 10 Sep Day 14 – Cruising Inside Passage Relax and enjoy a full day of scenic Inside Passage cruising and immerse yourself in Holland America Line elegance. Day 15 – Vancouver Disembark.*BasedonNoordam (D3C) 14 May 2023 £2,029*PP14-NIGHTSFROM ONLYCRUISETOUR PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE – 7-NIGHTS ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER VISITS: Inside Passage cruising, Juneau (Alaska), Skagway, full day cruising Glacier Bay National Park, Ketchikan, Inside Passage cruising. Visit the quaint towns along the Inside Passage and take a front row seat at Glacier Bay National Park on this quintessential Alaska cruise. Relax, and enjoy lunch alfresco on your private verandah. Pause between bites to watch for whales, eagles, barking seals and other wildlife coming for a visit. In Juneau take a helicopter ride to an immense icefield, in Skagway, stroll along the same wooden boardwalks as did the Klondike gold prospectors. In Ketchikan see a park full of First Nation totem poles. All enjoyed from the comfort of your Holland America Line ship. You’ll realise just why We Are Alaska. ALASKA PASSAGEINSIDECRUISES 17 CRUISE DATES 2023 CRUISE DATES 2023 Koningsdam 6, 13, 20, 27 May; 3, 10, 17, 24 Jun; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jul; 5, 12, 19, 26 Aug; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Sep Volendam 10, 17, 24, 31 May; 7, 14, 21, 28 Jun; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jul; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Aug; 6, 13, 20 Sep Nieuw Amsterdam 30* Apr; 24 Sep Noordam 7 May Nieuw Amsterdam 7 May Noordam 17* Sep FROMSAILINGVANCOUVER ALASKA GREAT LAND EXPLORER CRUISE – 14-NIGHTS ROUNDTRIP VANCOUVER VISITS: Inside Passage Cruising, Kodiak; Anchorage, Valdez, full day cruising Glacier Bay National Park, Skagway, Sitka, Ketchikan, Prince Rupert, Inside Passage cruising. *Based on Noordam 17 Sep 2023 £2,219*PP14-NIGHTSFROM CRUISE ONLY *Based on Nieuw Amsterdam 30 Apr 2023 £939*PP7-NIGHTSFROM CRUISE ONLY PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) • Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

Seattle is known for its natural beauty and the great outdoors –surrounded as it is by water, mountains and evergreen forests, and containing thousands of acres of parklands. The city itself hosts many attractions from the futuristic Space Needle to picturesque Pike Place Market. So why not spend a few days exploring the sites before embarking on a Glacier Discovery itinerary. Sail through scenic Puget Sound and enjoy amazing glacier viewing experiences - either a day cruising incredible Glacier Bay National Park, or towering Hubbard Glacier which is nearly six miles wide, 76 miles long, 30 stories tall—and still advancing. Both include a day at colonial Victoria, on Vancouver Island, a fascinating city and gateway to the stunning Butchart Gardens. Victoria Seattle Westerdam: 7*, 14, 21, 28 May; 4, 11, 18, 25 Jun; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jul; 13, 20, 27 Aug; 3, 17, 24 Sep Eurodam: May Eurodam: 29 Apr; 13, 20 May; 3, 10, 17, 24 Jun; 15, 29 Jul; 19, 26 Aug; 23, 30 Sep

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ALASKAN EXPLORER CRUISE VIA HUBBARD GLACIER – 7 NIGHTS ROUNDTRIP SEATTLE ALASKAN EXPLORER CRUISE VIA GLACIER BAY – 7 NIGHTS ROUNDTRIP SEATTLE *Based on Westerdam 7 May 2023 £1,039*PP7-NIGHTSFROM CRUISE ONLY PLEASE ASK FOR FLY/CRUISE FARES > SPECIALiTY DINING > WI-FI > SHORE EXCURSIONS > DRINK PACKAGE Have it all BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR ON 2023 CRUISES BOOK EARLY & Book by 30/9/22 and all the following are included: • Crew Appreciation (gratuities) Up to US$300 per stateroom onboard spend • 50% Reduced Deposit • PLUS ‘Have It All’ Premium Package

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19 PINNACLE-CLASS KONINGSDAM SAILING TO ALASKA With four amenities included, every cruise is a great value Shore Excursion(s) Drink Package Speciality Dining Wi-FiGrand(Excludeslength*byincludedWhat’scruiseVoyages) * SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR DETAILS. (Up to us$100 value or us$100 off any 1 tour) (Includes bar service charges) (Restaurant based on shipsee Terms & Conditions) (Restaurants based on shipsee Terms & Conditions) (Restaurants based on shipsee Terms & Conditions) (Includes bar service (Includescharges) bar service charges) (Up to us$100 value per tour or us$100 off each of any 3 tours) (Up to us$100 value per tour or us$100 off each of any 2 tours) All guests in stateroom All guests in stateroom All guests in stateroom Guests 1 & 2 in stateroom 6 to 9 days 1 Shore Excursion Signature Beverage 1 Night Specialty Dining Wi-Fi Surf Package Package 10 to 20 2 Shore Excursions Signature Beverage 2 Nights Specialty Dining Wi-Fi Surf Package days Package 21 days or 3 Shore Excursions Signature Beverage 3 Nights Specialty Dining Wi-Fi Surf Package longer Package Have it all.

Our ships carry the signature service and classic style for America Line known — while raising for 21st-century elegance.

Our Pinnacle class ships carry forward the nautical heritage, signature service and classic style for which Holland America Line is known — while raising the bar for 21st-century elegance.

Guests may enjoy immersive BBC Earth Frozen Planet and Planet Earth II concerts at The Main Stage, while guests may enjoy classical strings, 50 years of chart hits at Billboard Onboard and BB Kings Blues at Music Walk, plus a new venue, the “Rock Room”, courtesy of a partnership with Rolling Stone Magazine. In the Crow’s Nest, Explorations Central (EXC) offers a range of sophisticated online and personalised destination resources to help travellers make the most of the destinations they are visiting, according to their own interests. Koningsdam will sail Alaska between April and September, roundtrip from Vancouver every Saturday to visit Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan, spend a full day cruising UNESCO Glacier Bay National Park, and transit the stunning Inside Passage. You will also be able to experience Koningsdam on our Cruisetours to Denali and the Yukon. Please visit www.hollandamerica.com for itineraries and cruise fares.

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PINNACLE-CLASS KONINGSDAM SAILING TO ALASKA

Dining venues include the elegant two-tier dining room to more intimate culinary experiences at Rudi’s Mer, the Grill or Pan Asian Tamarind, draught lager and continental snacks at Grand Dutch Café, more fare the Lido Marketplace, style Canaletto and the casual New York Pizza & Deli. Guests may enjoy immersive BBC Frozen and Planet concerts at Main Stage, guests may classical 50 of chart Billboard Onboard and BB Kings Blues at Music Walk, plus a new venue, the “Rock Room”, courtesy of a partnership with Rolling Stone Magazine. In the Crow’s Nest, Explorations Central (EXC) offers a range of sophisticated and personalised destination resources help travellers the most of the they visiting, according their interests. Koningsdam will sail Alaska between April and September, roundtrip from Vancouver every Saturday to visit Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan, spend a full day cruising UNESCO Glacier Bay National Park, and the stunning Inside You will be able to experience Koningsdam on our Land & Sea Journeys to Denali and the Yukon. Please visit www.hollandamerica.com for itineraries and cruise fares.

These beautifully appointed, perfectly sized 2,666-guest ships feature familiar elements that reflect our rich heritage, together with state-of-the-art enhancements in grand, lightfilled spaces; visual drama; and sumptuous interiors inspired by the fluid curves of musical instruments, yet more entertainment and enrichment choices guests, as well as 70% accommodations featuring a spacious verandah.

Dining venues include the elegant two-tier dining room to more intimate culinary experiences at Rudi’s Sel de Mer, the Pinnacle Grill or the Pan Asian Tamarind, draught lager and continental snacks at the Grand Dutch Café, and more informal fare at the Lido Marketplace, Italian style Canaletto and the casual New York Pizza & Deli.

These beautifully appointed, perfectly sized 2,666-guest ships feature familiar elements that reflect our rich heritage, together with state-of-the-art enhancements in grand, lightfilled spaces; visual drama; and sumptuous interiors inspired by the fluid curves of musical instruments, bringing yet more dining, entertainment and enrichment choices for guests, as well as 70% accommodations featuring a spacious verandah.

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