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Holland America Line     Premium escapes. Holland America leads the cruise industry premium niche with itineraries that span the globe, carrying passengers to exotic locales for vacations of a lifetime.

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Explore a part of the world that's enticed adventurers for centuries. Discover the colors of Mexico, the serenity of Hawaii, or walk amid ancient temples on fascinating shore excursions. Join in as Holland America sails to Antarctica in a rare opportunity to experience the grandeur of this remote continent in style and comfort.

Holland America's commitment to providing the best in cruise vacations is supported by awards and accolades from leaders in the tourism industry. Experience for yourself, the five-star difference.

Antarctica Experience SPECIAL! Inside from $1,499 USD - Outside from $1,699 USD Departs January 8, 2009 Exotic Cruise Experts has just been informed by Holland America of a very unique South America & Antarctic Experience cruise itinerary that just opened up! This was originally a 20-day itinerary, but because of flight availability issues, Holland created this new itinerary and is offering it to us at a GREAT price-point! This itinerary features a unique 3 days of Antarctic cruising, where you’ll see massive icebergs, glacial fjords, and abundant unique wildlife including penguins, elephant seals and whales.  It all adds up to the cruise adventure of a lifetime! This specially-created itinerary is ONLY available by phone. Speak with a Cruise Expert by calling 1-800-565-CRUISE (2784) From Holland America - Imagine a world of spectacular beauty with massive icebergs, glacial fjords and abundant wildlife including penguins, elephant seals and whales. Holland America Line takes you there — and to major South American cities — Valparaíso, Buenos Aires and Montevideo.   Enjoy three full days of Antarctic cruising, including the South Shetland Islands and Cuverville Island . Catch massive icebergs and penguins — from Gentoo and Chinstrap to Adelie and Macaroni species — on film.  It all adds up to the cruise adventure of a lifetime.

Holland America is pleased to offer 13 luxurious five-star ships for the current sailing season. Each has its own feel, its own devotees. Yet each is alike in its sense of warmth and luxury. Lush bouquets of fresh, fragrant flowers adorn the restaurants and lounges. Priceless antiques and museum-quality artwork line the hallways, lending a sense of warmth and comfort. Which version of elegance suits you?

Enjoy the following features onboard the fabulous Holland America five-star fleet:

• Staterooms are 25% larger than other lines
• A Promenade deck that encircles the ship
• Port of call guest speakers & programs
• Fully-equipped Internet Cafés
• Steiner of London Spa
• Award-winning cuisine
• Varied dining options
• Emmy Award winning shows
• Five-Star Service on land and sea
• More crew members per guest than any other cruise line in its class

The most extensive menus at sea. From the two-tiered, candlelit main dining room to the intimate reservations-only restaurant, dining choices abound on board Holland America. Experience Pacific Northwest cuisine at its finest under the soft glow of candlelight that illumines the intimate Pinnacle Grill. Dine traditionally in the elegant dining room serving superb five-course meals such as seared sea scallops, and filet mignon topped with crab and Hollandaise sauce. Choose from relaxed dining in the Lido Restaurant featuring fresh pasta and salads, or fun foods such as hamburgers, hot dogs or tacos from the poolside Terrace Grill.

Between meals, there's complimentary afternoon tea, an ice cream bar, and hot hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hours. After dinner, enjoy an evening espresso or cappuccino complemented with hand-dipped chocolates in the Explorers Lounge. Or socialize during the famous late night snack, one of which will feature the Dutch Chocolate Extravaganza. And of course, complimentary room service is available 24 hours a day.

For the younger guests, chefs have designed a special menu just for kids. Call it what you will - finicky, particular, hard-to-please -- the kids will tell you it's a matter of taste. The menu includes their favorites: hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, fish n'chips, chicken dippers, spaghetti and meatballs. Perhaps your ultimate pleasure onboard will be a total body experience at the luxurious Ocean Spa featuring beauty and spa rituals by Steiner Leisure. Soak in the sauna or a bath fragrant with herbs; let aromatic massage oils work their magic; be treated like royalty.

Look and feel your best. Pamper yourself with a beauty treatment from specially-trained professionals. Or let certified massage therapists help you relax and relieve stress. Be sure to reserve early as these sessions are very popular.

To help keep you in shape, all Holland America Line ships are equipped with a fitness center, offering aerobic and strength-training equipment. In addition, the Ocean Spa is staffed by a professional attendant who can instruct you in the proper techniques of exercising. Pilates, yoga and personal training classes are available for a fee. Bring the kids and make it a family cruise! Thanks to Club HAL, a special program that offers oceans of fun for guests 5 through 17, the entire family can have the vacation of their dreams. You, snorkeling in crystal blue waters, the kids building sand castles on the beach. Or vice versa.

Youth Programs - It all begins with a special Welcome Aboard meeting the first night of the cruise with our full-time youth coordinator and continues throughout the cruise with a dedicated daily youth program filled with fun: storytelling, crafts and candy bar bingo for the little kids. Kids can enjoy such supervised activities as an ice-cream party for 5-12 year-olds with the entertainers backstage, youth sports tournaments, the ever-popular pajama party, movies and videos, scavenger hunts, teen disco, arts and crafts, games and tours of the bridge. Each evening, children receive a program detailing the next day's activities and times, which fall into age-appropriate categories of 5-8, 9-12 and teens. The fun lasts well into the night with movies, pizza and disco parties, so you can enjoy your evening knowing the kids are having a good time properly supervised.

Kids' Centers Expanded - Each new kids' area features seven computers with software and games, a large screen TV and viewing area, VCR, DVD player and audio system. The KidZone also has a game area with tables and chairs, while the WaveRunner boasts a dance floor with accompanying lighting and fog system, four stand-alone video games, and a pantry with juice and drink machines.

Shore Excursions - Holland America also offers Just for Kids shore excursions to provide shore activities exclusively for children or teens. On Half Moon Cay, Holland America's private island, the Club HAL director organizes sand castle building, a treasure hunt, activities at the island playground and picnic area and a teen beach party with water sports. Volleyball and Frisbee are always popular activities, and children of all ages love the ice cream treats provided.

Kids' Menu - HAL chefs have designed a special menu - hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, fish n' chips, chicken dippers and more - that will please even the most finicky eaters. Bolstered by the fresh salt air, your kids just may surprise you with their new appetites for life.

While Holland America caters to a more mature clientele, the kids' programs are well designed. Club HAL is only offered seasonally. Please check with your Cruise Expert for kids' programs on your sailing. Noted guest speakers in the Flagship Forum Lecture Series weave art, literature, politics and history into memorable portraits. Their experience and expertise will surely leave a lasting impression of the culture and ways of the places and people. Guests can also engage in a wide variety of shipboard activities ranging from crafts and dance classes to art auctions and wine tasting for an augmented trip.

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