Holland America Takes Delivery Of Koningsdam
by Daniel McCarthyThe Koningsdam during sea trails. Photo: Holland America Line.
The ms Koningsdam took another step forward today, as it was received by Holland America Line in a signing ceremony in Italy.
“Today is a day of celebration for the entire Holland America Line family, and a milestone in our company history,” Holland America president Orlando Ashford said.
The ship will now head to Civitavecchia (Rome) for its first voyage on April 8, and will have its official naming ceremony in Rotterdam on May 20.
Holland America’s first Pinnacle-Class ship, the Koningsdam will feature a number of new alternative dining options, such as Sel de Mer, a French seafood brasserie, and the Culinary Arts Center, a farm-to-table restaurant. Cruisers will also get their first taste of Holland America’s new music venues, including BB King’s Blues Club and Lincoln Center Stage, a chamber music venue created in partnership with New York’s Lincoln Center.
The ship will also feature Holland America’s first purpose-built staterooms for families and solo travelers among its 1,331 guest accommodations.
