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HAL’s 2027 Alaska programme marks 80 years in region
Westerdam Ella Sagar
Holland America Line has put its 2027 Alaska season on sale. The programme, which will
mark the line’s 80th year sailing in the region, features 100 cruises between April and September 2027. Itineraries will sail round-
trip from Vancouver, British Columbia; round-trip from Seattle, Washington; or between Vancouver and Whittier, Alaska. Voyages range from seven to 28
days, with six ships sailing in the region – Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam. An enhanced range of Ultimate
Alaska & Denali cruise-tours has also gone on sale. They will feature a tour director and a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre, as well as combining a two-night stay at Denali lodge and a visit to Alyeska, Seward or Homer with a seven-day cruise. Prices start at £3,159 per person. More than 175 shore excursions
feature across the 2027 season. Highlights include a month-
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100Number of cruises from April to September 2027
long Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice itinerary and a new eight-day Alaska Inside Passage voyage from Vancouver, leading in at £1,359. HAL is also offering an early-
booking incentive, available for a “limited time”. Passengers booking a 2027 Alaska cruise will receive a Have It All bonus comprising a shore excursion credit, speciality dining credit, pre-paid gratuity, an ‘elite’ drinks package, premium Wi- Fi and up to $300 onboard credit. Mariner Society loyalty
members receive up to $400 onboard credit per cabin. HAL vice-president of revenue
management Dan Rough said: “As we approach our 80th year exploring the Great Land, we are proud to offer cruises and cruise-tours that deepen our legacy of expertise and enrich
every guest’s experience.”
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