ROTTERDAM EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH SENIOR VP MICHAEL SMITH | SHIP UPDATES ON HOLLAND AMERICA LINE
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it's right here brand new it smells new it's not it's still got that paint that new paint smell
the seventh ship in the holland america history well to have the name rotterdam so she's our brand new flagship
the origin story it's the 148-year history of holland america land and it's really insightful
bimini is uh uh just added to our itineraries this year and we're excited to go there
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I met with Michael Smith, The Senior Vice President of Guest Experience & Product Development of Holland America Line. In this video we discuss everything new on the Rotterdam along with the architecture on the ship. Take a look as we discuss all of the new innovative amenities onboard! Time Stamp: 0:00 - Introduction 0:58 – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Overview Chef Rudi's 1:38 – Other Dining Experiences Onboard 2:00– History of Holland America "Origin Story" 2:31– New Port of Call Bimini 1:56 – Bimini, First Time For Holland America Line 3:53 - Conclusion Here's an excerpt from Porthole.com on Holland America's Alaska Voyages! The day Alaska cruises opened up for Summer 2021 was a huge step forward for the cruise industry. Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine Founder and Editor-in-Chief Bill Panoff couldn't wait to get back on board a ship and visit one of cruising's best regions. When Holland America Line announced they were scheduling itineraries in Alaska, we couldn't say no! Follow along as Bill takes one of the first cruises back with stops along the way to some of the most popular ports like Juneau, Ketchikan and Icy Strait Point. He takes you through the many shore excursions offered and even gives viewers a taste of what it's like to dine on board Holland America Line's Nieuw Amsterdam. He also interviews the Captain of the ship, the shore excursion manager and some of Alaska's best tour operators. If you've never experienced a cruise to Alaska, let this be your guide on how to do it the right way. For more news visit us on our social networks: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CruiseControlBP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cruisecontr...