Senior Sailor Says…
It is always a positive move when cruise and tour companies partner with known experts to make travel experiences the best they can be for anyone seeking to dig deeper into a destination.
Case in point: Holland America Line and A+E’s History Channel have teamed up for a first-of-its-kind collaboration that will better allow guests to be told about and experience a destination’s history.
Just my cup of tea!
The cruise line will elevate further itineraries and shore excursions operated by Holland America and curated in partnership with the History Channel. These will transport guests to ancient ruins and legendary landmarks while revealing the stories of the civilizations that shaped them.
Over the years, in my writing, I have tried to convey that experiencing a historic site helps cement its significance and bring it to life.
Several cruises will be created in partnership with the History Channel. These worldwide itineraries are rich in destinations that have played a part in historical moments or have a deep-rooted history. From the 14-day Arctic Journey & Northern Lights to the 7-day Mediterranean Marvels of Pompeii to the 7-day Norwegian Fjords with Hardangerfjord, Holland America has expertly curated itineraries that bring history to life.
Additional themed departures will include the eastern Mediterranean, which focuses on ancient empires, northern Europe and its Viking heritage, Arctic encounters, the region’s history of polar exploration, and more.
Through the partnership with the History Channel, guests can enjoy dozens of shore excursions, such as Gold Panning and underground Mine Exploration, Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Pyramid of Sakkara. These tours will take guests on a deep dive into the location’s historical significance, visiting important sites that played a role in the locale’s background.
Holland America Line guests rate learning about destinations and visiting historic sites among the most desired travel experiences. Exclusive cruises and designated shore excursions will enable Holland America Line to meet its guests’ aspirations while expanding its focus on authentic storytelling through the partnership with The HISTORY Channel.
Click here to learn more about this “historic” partnership, or call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425).
