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Holland America Line: A Tradition of Timeless Elegance. An Overview

Holland America Line represents one of the most storied brands in passenger shipping, with a heritage that stretches back more than 150 years. Founded in 1873 as the Nederlandsch-Amerikaansche Stoomvaart Maatschappij (NASM), the company began as a transatlantic steamship line…

Maasdam Breaks Down In Boston Harbor

While departing Boston harbor yesterday afternoon, Holland America’s Maasdam suffered a main engine failure and remains anchored in Boston Harbor. Reports from the ship confirm it was an engine problem and some (very few) toilets were broken overnight. The engine…

Holland America’s Maasdam Makes Emergency Return to Port

Holland America’s Maasdam had to make an emergency return to port after setting sail on a 10 Day Eastern Caribbean. The case was two medical emergencies onboard. She docked at berth 21/22 and quickly departed again on her voyage. via…

Holland America’s Maasdam Allides with Pier in Montreal [w/Photo]

While maneuvering into her berth in Montreal, the 55,575grt ship struck the pier and put a nasty gash into her hull. All damage was above the waterline and no one was hurt. However, repairs need to be done before…