HAL Embraces Hawaii!

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Holland America Line Embraces Hawaii

Exploration Speaker Series Enhances Polynesian Activities and
Amenities

SEATTLE, Oct. 26
Holland America Line's Hawaii cruise vacations offer cultural
immersion with recently enhanced onboard programming that reflects the
beauty of the Hawaiian Islands.
"Our Hawaii sailings are in a class by themselves. Holland America
Line's advantage is our expert presentation of the sights, sounds and
flavors of Polynesia," stated Richard D. Meadows, CTC, senior vice
president of marketing and sales. "Our Exploration Speaker Series
features specialists on Polynesian music, dance, cuisine and culture
to enrich our guest's vacation experience."

Holland America Line combines cultural programming, island port calls
and leisurely days at sea. From fall 2004 through winter 2005, the
premium line offers 16 Circle Hawaii sailings with departures from San
Diego, Seattle, and Vancouver, B.C. All sailings are 15 to 17 days in
length and visit the islands of Oahu, Kauai, Maui, and spend two days
on Hawaii's namesake, the big island.

San Diego is the popular homeport for fourteen roundtrip sailings;
each features a call to Ensenada, Mexico. Four 2004 departures are
scheduled for Nov. 5 and 20, and Dec. 6 and 21. In 2005, cruises are
set to depart on Feb. 4 and 19, Mar. 6 and 21, Apr. 5, Oct. 3 and 18,
Nov. 2, Dec. 7 and 22.

The Pacific Northwest is the start point for two Hawaii cruises in
2005. The first, roundtrip from Seattle, departs May 5 and also
embarks guests in Vancouver on May 6. The second embarks guests in
Vancouver on Sept. 16, features a port visit to Astoria, Oregon,
cruises the Hawaiian Islands and then disembarks in San Diego.

Hawaiian Style Activities and Amenities

The Holland America Line Explorations Speaker Series offers
instruction from experts providing information on the history of
Hawaii and Pearl Harbor, astronomy of the Pacific skies, and the
biological diversity of this fertile region, its wildlife and
landscapes; as well as insights on Polynesian music, dance and food
traditions. Featured speakers include:

-- Allan Seiden, a travel journalist, writer, photographer,
Hawaiian
archivist and historian. Seiden has lived in Honolulu since
1974 and
imparts his witty experiences and imagery of this fascinating
region.
-- James Ho, a Hawaiian Historian, retired from the University of
Hawaii
and Department of Education shares his research and writings
with
cruise guests. Ho helped start Hawaii's first history and
heritage
educational program, "Knowing Hawaii."
-- David Dodge, chief astronomer at the H.R. MacMillan Space
Centre in
Vancouver, Canada for 30 years, has extensive experience in
astronomy
as an educator, communicator and lecturer.
-- John Palmisano, marine biologist, a successful researcher,
teacher and
consultant, began lecturing at sea in 1999 informing and
delighting
with his knowledge of the world's ocean and its creatures.


Polynesian cuisine is provided throughout the cruise featuring a grand
Luau barbecue one evening with local specialties such as Lomi
Lomi-marinated salmon, papaya salad, Maori-style lamb chops, sesame
and soy marinated chicken and Maui Kalbi beef ribs. Hawaiian-inspired
dinner selections include manoa lettuce with crushed pineapple,
caramelized macadamia nuts and ginger sesame dressing, and fish such
as ono, and opakapaka (snapper), bought fresh daily on the islands.

Expert narrations from the Navigational Bridge provide cruise guests
with an in-depth look at the Kilauea Volcano, the most active volcano
in the world, as well as Kauai's Na Pali Coast. Located on the "Garden
Isle's" remote northwest coast, "Na Pali" or, "the cliffs" rise 2,000
to 3,000 feet from the sea and embrace a series of deep jungle
valleys, a rare viewing experience for even seasoned travelers.

And did you know that each of the major Hawaiian Islands have their
own traditional leis? Some are made of flowers while others are made
of berries, leaves, stems and seashells. The link between the islands
and their leis evolved over time. In 1923, the Hawaiian Territorial
Legislature officially adopted the concept of the giving and receiving
of leis as an overall Hawaiian tradition. Cruise guests receive leis
and learn about the lei ceremony including when the kiss became a part
of that famous tradition.

Prices for the 15-day Circle Hawaii cruises start at $1,799 per
person, double-occupancy, and taxes are additional. For a copy of the
Hawaii, Asia & Pacific Cruises brochure and for more information
contact a professional travel agent.

About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc
(NYSE: CCL and CUK)]

As a part of its renowned Tradition of Excellence, Holland America
Line is investing $225 million in the Signature of Excellence
initiative providing unparalleled product and service enhancements to
its fleet. The comprehensive enhancements focus on five areas vital to
Holland America's guest experience: spacious, elegant ships and
accommodations; sophisticated five-star dining; gracious, unobtrusive
service; extensive enrichment programs and activities; and compelling
worldwide itineraries. Enhancements have been started on all ships and
will be completed by the end of 2006. For more information, consult a
travel agent.

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The highest-rated premium cruise line in the world, Holland America
Line is a member of the exclusive World's Leading Cruise Lines
alliance, which also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises,
Cunard Line, Seabourn Cruise Line, Costa Cruises and Windstar Cruises.
Sharing a passion to please each guest and a commitment to quality and
value, these lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets.
The World's Leading Cruise Lines offer exciting and enriching cruise
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