94-day journey includes 43 port calls, Great
Barrier Reef and Komodo Island
SEATTLE, Sept. 13,
2022 /CNW/ -- Holland America
Line is continuing to bolster its longer voyages departing
from a North America homeport, and
the 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage is the newest
addition. The 94-day journey that's been more than 10 years in the
making departs Jan. 3, 2024, aboard
Volendam, sailing roundtrip from San
Diego, California.
"The San
Diego departure makes it easy for our North American guests
to explore this region..."
Guests on this circumnavigation of the land Down Under will
experience the vibrant Great Barrier Reef, natural wonders of
Hawaii and the South Pacific, and
lush landscapes of New Zealand —
all without international air travel from the United States or with a convenient flight
from Canada.
"Australia continues to be a
sought-after cruising destination, and by offering it as a Grand
Voyage we're able to take our time and feature other beautiful
locales like the islands of the South Pacific, New Zealand and the Great Barrier Reef," said
Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial
officer of Holland America Line. "It's been more than 10 years
since we've offered this Grand Voyage itinerary, and we listened to
our guests who requested that we bring it back. The San Diego departure makes it easy for our
North American guests to explore this region and make it a
memorable journey along the way."
2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage
Highlights
- 94 days. Departs Jan. 3, 2024,
sailing roundtrip from San Diego
aboard Volendam.
- 43 ports of call, including 17 around the Australian
continent.
- 4 overnight calls: Fremantle (Perth) and Sydney,
Australia; Auckland, New
Zealand; Papeete, Tahiti.
- 2 evening departures: Honolulu,
Hawaii, and Brisbane,
Australia.
- Two full days of scenic cruising in the famed Great Barrier
Reef, exploring the Ribbon Reef and Far North regions.
- 16 calls at a collection of stunning South Pacific
islands.
- A call at Komodo Island, with the opportunity to see the iconic
Komodo Dragon prowling the landscape.
- Scenic cruising in the Torres Strait and Milford Sound.
- Two shorter segments are available: 58 days from San Diego to Sydney and 36 days from Sydney to San
Diego.
A Grand Onboard Experience
On a Grand Voyage, evening
shipboard activities shine with local cultural entertainment and
special guest headliners. Festive parties create memorable moments,
as does the Captain's Grand Voyage Dinner for all guests.
Dining is elevated to a new level on each Grand Voyage with menus
that change regularly, featuring local ingredients and regional
cuisine.
Grand Voyage Early Booking Benefits
Guests who book the full 94-day Grand Australia and New Zealand
Voyage by June 1, 2023, receive 3%
savings off the cruise-only fare, along with amenities valued at up
to $4,770 per person. Perks for
verandah and select ocean-view staterooms include onboard spending
money up to $300 per person, prepaid
crew recognition (gratuities), luggage delivery service to and from
San Diego for two pieces, initial
in-suite liquor setup, a complimentary shore excursion and a
welcome bottle of sparkling wine. Suites also receive onboard
spending money up to $1,000 per
person, unlimited luggage delivery service to and from San Diego and a Signature Internet
Package.
Additional upcoming Grand Voyages include the 2022 and 2023
Grand Africa Voyage, 2023 and 2024 Grand World Voyages, and 2023
Grand South America and Antarctica Voyage.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a
travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit
hollandamerica.com.
Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook,
Instagram and the Holland America Blog. You can also
access all social media outlets via the home page
at hollandamerica.com.
About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival
Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland
America Line has been exploring the
world for 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries,
extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations.
Offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience, its fleet visits
nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared
the thrill of Alaska for 75 years
— longer than any other cruise line. Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse
range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination
immersion and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills
each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive
selections from a Culinary Council of world-famous chefs.
CONTACT:
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PHONE:
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800-637-5029,
206-626-9890
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EMAIL:
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