Holland America and The History Channel have teamed up for a collaboration that can permit visitors to not solely find out about a vacation spot’s historical past, but in addition expertise it. Through the partnership, the road is introducing a sequence of itineraries and shore excursions curated by The History Channel.
“With us, history isn’t just told, it is experienced,” mentioned Kacy Cole, chief advertising and marketing officer for Holland America Line. “As two iconic brands rooted in storytelling, we are uniquely positioned to bring history to life through custom itineraries and shore excursions. This partnership further differentiates our brand and allows us to deliver to our guests experiences that are too good to hurry through.”
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Cruise Itineraries
Several cruises shall be curated in partnership with The History Channel. The worldwide itineraries are wealthy in locations which have performed a component in historic moments or have a deep-rooted historical past.
Examples embody:
14-day Arctic Journey & Northern Lights
7-day Mediterranean Marvels of Pompeii
7-day Norwegian Fjords with Hardangerfjord
Additional themed departures will embody the jap Mediterranean with a deal with historic empires, northern Europe and its Viking heritage, Arctic encounters and the area’s historical past of polar exploration, and extra. These cruises shall be introduced at a later date, and shall be labeled as History Channel sailings on Holland America’s web site.
Shore Excursions
Through Holland America and The History Channel’s collaboration, visitors will be capable to take pleasure in dozens of shore excursions centered round a bit of historical past in that area.
These embody:
Gold Panning & Underground Mine Exploration
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & the Pyramid of Sakkara
Stavanger Old & New
Guests on these excursions will take a deep dive into the placement’s historic significance, visiting necessary websites that performed a task within the background of the locale.
“We are thrilled to join with Holland America Line on this groundbreaking, long-term partnership, to have the opportunity to bring the power of The History Channel brand as a whole new dimension to the cruising experience,” mentioned David DeSocio, government vice chairman, advert gross sales partnerships, A+E/The HISTORY Channel. “Through our unique storytelling and new curated itineraries, The HISTORY Channel is excited to help enable Holland America Line customers to further explore and understand the past, present and future significance of these beautiful and historic destinations.”
Booking
Itineraries and shore excursions created in partnership with The History Channel can be found for reserving right this moment by means of Holland America’s Start Your Journey sale. Additional itineraries and shore excursions for 2025, 2026, and 2027 will proceed to be launched. More particulars in regards to the partnership shall be launched within the coming months.