Holland America Line Celebrates The Holiday Season With Festive Food And Beverage Menus - The St Kitts Nevis Observer (2025)

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– Holland America Lineis making the holiday season merry and bright with exclusive themed food and beverage menus across the fleet. The cruise line will feature festive offerings forThanksgiving, Christmas,HanukkahandNew Year’s Eveto bring the holiday spirit — and a little taste of home — on board.

Guests will enjoy a variety of holiday-themed culinary experiences, including a traditionalThanksgivingdinner, a new “Breakfast with Santa,”Christmas Eveand Day feasts and specialHanukkahtreats. TheChristmas Evemenu in theDining Roomfeatures dishes from around the world, honoring the cultures and traditions from many of the destinations the ships visit.

“Sailing withHolland Americafor the holidays offers a fun and stress-free way to celebrate,” saidMichael Stendebach, vice president of food, beverage and rooms division forHolland America Line. “Not only do our onboard dining experiences simplify holiday planning, but they provide a rich and diverse culinary journey with a touch of a tradition that fosters deeper connections with loved ones and makes it a special time on board.”

ThanksgivingFavorites at Sea
Guests will enjoy a traditionalThanksgivingfeast from the leisure of the ship, away from cooking, chores and stress.The Dining Roomoffers a robust menu with an array of fall flavors forThanksgivingdinner, including a selection of traditionalThanksgivingturkey with cranberries and sweet potatoes; Beef Tenderloin with Apple Rösti;Honey-Baked Ham; Mushroom Ravioli with Sage. The menu also features two new fresh fish dishes fromHolland America’sGlobal Fresh Fish AmbassadorChef Masaharu Morimotofor an additional fee.

Christmas Dining and Culinary Delights
Throughout the month of December, guests of all ages can savor seasonal delights during theNutcracker Afternoon Tea Serviceoffered on select sea days in theDining Room. The full tea service features a Grinch truffle, Santa Hat cupcake, Reindeer Chocolate tart along with savory sandwich items.

Families sailing in theCaribbeanjust before or during Christmas can join Santa Claus at a specialBreakfast with SantainPinnacle Grillor Tamarind restaurant on Signature and Pinnacle Class ships. While waiting for Jolly OldSaint Nickto join, families are invited to enjoy festive crafts and Christmas music. Santa will make his entrance after the family-friendly meal has been served and will be available for photos. Breakfast with Santa is a$25surcharge per adult or$15per child ages 3-17 years old.

Leading up to Christmas, both theDining Roomand Italian-inspired Canaletto will serve specialChristmas EveandChristmas Daydinners. In theDining Room,Christmas Evedinner will feature holiday dishes from around the globe includingNorway,Thailand,Spainand theCaribbean, while Canaletto will feature festive Italian fare.

HanukkahFavorites in Lido Market
CelebrateHanukkahwithHolland America Line’straditional offerings at Lido Market. Guests can indulge in doughnuts filled with strawberry jelly, a nod to the story of Hannukah where oil burned for eight days. Freshly baked challah bread and crispy potato latkes served with apple sauce and sour cream add a touch of holiday spirit.

Ring in the New Year in Style
Guests will usher in the New Year with several celebrations happening all day long. New Year’s Eve celebrations kick off with a special dinner in theDining Room, or atPinnacle Grillfor$69per person where guest can enjoy aColossal Crab Towerwith Caviar, Sterling Beef Fillet with Butter-basted Lobster and a Chocolate Countdown. The festivities move to the ship’s Lido Deck for a party, complete with favors and sparkling toasts when the clock strikes midnight.

Guests ringing in 2025 on board also can opt forHolland America Line’sNew Year’s EveVIP Beverage Package. This includes a reserved booth at eitherLido PoolorB.B. King’s Blues Club, dedicated butler service, and a selection of hot and cold appetizers to enjoy throughout the evening. After a night of celebrating, guests can enjoy a complimentaryNew Year’s Daybrunch in theDining Room, or they can splurge and have brunch atPinnacle Grillfor$25per person.

Festive Holiday Cocktails and Coffees

Guests may also indulge in the festive spirit with carefully crafted cocktails and a selection of non-alcoholic coffee drinks on board including:

• Minty Elf Martini–Grey Goosevodka, Crème de Cacao and peppermint schnapps.
• Rudolph the Red Margarita– 1800 Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, pomegranate juice and fresh lime.
• De Lijn Ginger Mojito– De Lijn Gin, mint, ginger beer and candied ginger.
• Spiked Eggnog– Baileys, Kahlua, espresso and eggnog.
• Christmas CocoaMint Coffee– Kahlua, peppermint schnapps and coffee.
• Vanilla Gingerbread Latte– A classic latte featuring gingerbread and vanilla syrup.
• Eggnog Latte– Espresso, eggnog, milk and almond syrup.

Unforgettable Holiday Destinations:

Travelers planning to celebrate the holidays on aHolland America Linecruise have a variety of exciting itineraries to choose from. Sample sailings include:

• TheCaribbean(all roundtrip fromFort Lauderdale, Florida):
  • 7-Day Tropical Caribbean:Nov. 24–Dec. 1, 2024
    Hop aboard Nieuw Amsterdam inFort Lauderdaleand sail toAmber Cove,Dominican Republic, andKey West, Florida.
  • 7-Day Western Caribbean:Dec. 21–Dec. 28, 2024
    Board Nieuw Statendam inFort Lauderdalewith options for horseback riding inHalf Moon Cay, cooling off inJamaica’swaterfalls, and soaring over theCayman Islandsin a helicopter.
  • 12-Day Panama Canal Sunfarer:Dec. 29, 2024–Jan. 10, 2025
    Ring in the new year in the historic city ofCartagena, Colombiaand explore thePanama Canal.

• Mexico:
  • 7-Day Mexican Riviera Holiday:Dec. 21–Dec. 28, 2024
    Sail roundtrip fromSan Diego, CaliforniatoMexicoon Koningsdam with whale-watching inCabo San Lucas, exploringPuerto Vallarta, and discovering traditional Mexican food and culture inMazatlan.

• Hawaii:
  • 16-Day Circle Hawaii Holiday:Dec. 18, 2024–Jan. 3, 2025
    Step aboard Zaandam and sail roundtrip fromSan Diego, reaching the Aloha State onChristmas Eve, exploring the Hawaiian Islands for the holidays.

For more information aboutHolland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visithollandamerica.com.

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