SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In
anticipation of the launch of ms Koningsdam in April 2016, Holland America Line is debuting a
series of short videos called "Countdown to Koningsdam" that
will provide construction updates as the ship nears completion.
Hosted by Jonathan Rogers,
Koningsdam's inaugural cruise director, each video features
one of the ship's officers or a Holland America Line executive who
will share ongoing developments on board the line's newest vessel,
currently being built at Fincantieri's Marghera shipyard in
Italy.
"The process of building a ship is fascinating and fast-paced,
and we're excited to share the latest updates through the
'Countdown to Koningsdam' video series," said Orlando Ashford, Holland America Line's
president. "Anticipation for the ship's launch is gaining momentum,
and through the series we will bring our fans along for the journey
as this beautiful ship comes together for launch in April,
2016."
Among those who will share their insights in the "Countdown to
Koningsdam" series are Hotel Director Stan Kuppens, who will show off the progress of
ship's atrium, talk about his move to the yard and what's coming
next for his team; Vice President, Deployment and Tour Marketing
Linda Springmann, who will talk
about the ship's inaugural year itineraries; Senior Vice President
of Guest Experience Product Development Michael Smith, who will reveal more details
about The Dining Room; Director, Mariner Society Gerald Bernhoft,
speaking about the perks of Holland America Line's loyalty program;
and Director of Entertainment Bill
Prince, who will take guests on an entertainment
extravaganza at World Stage, the ship's theater that surrounds the
audience with a 270-degree LED projection.
At the helm of the videos is the ship's Cruise Director,
Johnathan Rogers. Cruise Director
Johnathan Rogers is thrilled to be
able to put his proficiency in six languages (soon to be eight) to
good use with the line's international guests and crew. Since
embarking on his first voyage as Cruise Director, he has worked on
several Holland America Line ships. Rogers holds a bachelor's
degree in linguistics from the Universite de Montreal and a master's degree in modern
languages from the Universiteit van Pretoria.
About ms Koningsdam
Koningsdam represents a new Pinnacle Class of ship for
Holland America Line. The vessel will debut several innovative
concepts and new public spaces and venues, while still featuring
popular amenities guests associate with Holland America
Line.
Guests will enjoy fine dining in several alternative restaurants
including Sel de Mer, a new French
seafood brasserie; a new immersive farm-to-table concept dinner
experience in the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food &
Wine magazine; a redesigned Lido Market with themed serving
stations; a stunning main dining room; and favorites such as
Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto Italian restaurant and pan-Asian
Tamarind. The ship also will feature Holland America Line's first
purpose-built staterooms for families and single staterooms among
its 1,331 guest accommodations.
Onboard entertainment will be taken to a new level with the
energetic Music Walk area featuring all genres of music showcased
in venues including Lincoln Center Stage, offering chamber music
nightly; Billboard Onboard, where live musicians rock the crowd
with chart-topping hits; and the popular B.B. King's Blues Club in the Queen's Lounge,
bringing the best of Memphis music
to sea. With the 270-degree LED projection at World Stage, new
concepts for show-time performances will immerse the audience in
panoramic visual and sound effects.
For more information about Holland America Line and
Koningsdam, consult a travel professional, call 1-877-SAIL
HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
Editor's note: Videos as they are released are
available at https://www.cruiseimagelibrary.com/c/qyvq3wud.
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 as 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 Cafe, 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 Clubs. 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.
CONTACT:
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PHONE:
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800-637-5029
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EMAIL:
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