SEATTLE, Feb. 8, 2016 /CNW/ -- In honor of the 120th
anniversary of the Klondike Gold Rush, Holland America Line is
launching a "Find Your Gold" giveaway that will award five lucky
winners an authentic gold nugget valued at approximately
$1,000 each. As the only cruise line
to offer Alaska and Yukon travel, the glistening golden treasure
is the perfect representation of Holland America Line's deep
connection to the region.
In 2016, the cruise line will continue to deliver exceptional
experiences with 149 voyages and 248 Land+Sea Journeys to The Last
Frontier. Guests who book and travel on any 2016 Yukon+Denali
Land+Sea Journey will be eligible to win one of the five gold
nuggets. Most Yukon+Denali Land+Sea Journey adventures feature a
complimentary gold panning experience at historic Gold Dredge #8 in
Fairbanks, where guests can learn
about the life of a prospector and test their own skills to find
the mother lode.
"Holland America Line has been at the forefront of Alaska cruising and Yukon exploration for nearly 70 years, and we
wanted to celebrate the anniversary of the Klondike Gold Rush by
doing something fun and memorable," said Orlando Ashford, Holland America Line's
president. "Panning for gold is such a significant part of the
region's culture and history, and giving away the special nuggets
is our way of honoring the Yukon
and inviting our guests to be a part of the celebration in a unique
way."
The giveaway runs through Sept. 2,
2016, and the five winners are scheduled to be selected
mid-September in a random drawing. The drawing is open to legal
residents of the 50 United States (excluding Colorado), the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Québec) who are 18 years of
age or older at the date of entry. Entries may be submitted by mail
with no purchase necessary.
Explore Alaska and the
Yukon with Holland America
Line
In 2016, Holland America Line will have seven ships
exploring Alaska's majestic
landscapes from May through September. The ships offering seven-
and 14-day Alaska cruises are
ms Amsterdam, ms Maasdam, ms
Nieuw Amsterdam, ms Noordam, ms Volendam, ms Westerdam and
ms Zaandam.
Holland America Line's
award-winning Land and Sea Journeys combine a three-, four- or
seven-day Inside Passage cruise with in-depth overland tours to the
Yukon and Alaska's interior. Offering up to three days
at Denali National Park for
wildlife viewing and spectacular scenery, Land and Sea Journeys are
designed to highlight the best of Alaska's wilderness, wildlife, native culture
and history.
The new complex being developed at Denali will be ready for the
2016 Alaska season. Guests will be able to enjoy the grand
two-story restaurant showcasing views of the neighboring mountains,
Gold Nugget Saloon, an amphitheater, cozy fire pits, outdoor
seating, three retail shops and an artist-in-residence cabin where
local artists will display and discuss their works.
For more information about Holland America Line and the Find
Your Gold sweepstakes, consult a travel professional, call
1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
Editor's note: Photos available at
cruiseimagelibrary.com/c/0vps0pzf.
Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook and the Holland
America Blog. Access all social media outlets via the Online
Communities quick link on the home page at hollandamerica.com.
About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival
Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line's fleet of 13
ships offers more than 500 cruises to more than 400 ports in 98
countries, territories or dependencies around the world. From
shorter getaways to 115-day itineraries, the company's cruises
visit all seven continents with highlights including Antarctica explorations, South America circumnavigations and exotic
Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages; and
popular sailings to the Caribbean,
Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Bermuda, Europe and the Panama Canal. The line
currently has a new 2,650-guest ship, ms Koningsdam, on
order for delivery in April 2016, as
well as a second Pinnacle Class ship due for delivery in
November 2018.
The company recently announced $300
million in brand enhancements to secure its position at the
leader in premium cruising. Fleetwide, the ships feature innovative
initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on
destination immersion and personalized travel. Guests can expand
their knowledge on board at the Culinary Arts Center, presented by
Food & Wine magazine; Explorations Café, powered by The
New York Times; and Digital Workshop
powered by Windows. Outstanding entertainment fills each evening at
venues including Lincoln Center Stage, Billboard Onboard and
B.B. King's Blues Club. The dining
experience can be savored at a variety of restaurants with menus
that feature selections from Holland America Line's esteemed
Culinary Council that comprises world-famous chefs who design
dishes exclusively for our guests.
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