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Cruise News for the Corporate Travel Professional |
March 2011 Edition |
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HAL's Digital Workshop |
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Guests on Holland America Line ships will be able to “show and
tell” their vacation memories when the companies launch Holland America Line
Digital Workshop powered by Microsoft Windows on the ms Amsterdam and the ms
Oosterdam, followed by the ms Westerdam in June and the line’s new
Signature-class, 2,104-passenger ship, the ms Eurodam, in July, expanding fleet
wide within 18 months. Free workshops led by Microsoft-trained “techsperts” will
show even the most novice camera or computer user how to take better vacation
photos, make movies, edit pictures and create scrapbooks using a variety of
Microsoft Windows and Windows Live services. Guests will learn how to share all
their digital memories through email, blogging and social networking – so
friends and family can see where they’ve been cruising even before they return
home. “Holland America Line is constantly looking for ways to enhance our enrichment offerings to our guests,” says Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. “It was a natural fit to team up with the world’s software leader to provide this interactive ‘edutainment.’ Not only will guests have fun learning how to document and share their memories, they’ll take home new knowledge and confidence in technology. “We are excited to be working with the Holland America Line, the highest-rated premium cruise line in the world, to provide this innovative and immersive program,” said Debbie Anderson, Director of Windows Consumer Marketing, Microsoft Corporation. “With the Holland America Digital Workshop, cruise guests will be able to use Microsoft Windows and Windows Live to share their experiences with friends and family in a relaxed setting as they sail to exotic destinations around the world. It’s thrilling to see that even in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Windows can help people make memories and stay in touch in fun new ways.” Holland America Line is adding another famous partnership to its innovative culinary program as it enters into an exclusive agreement with the illustrious Le Cirque restaurant to offer “An Evening at Le Cirque” in the Pinnacle Grill aboard its fleet of 15 ships. Holland America Line’s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin is working with Le Cirque’s Executive Chef Craig Hopson to re-create the legendary eatery’s whimsical ambiance and award-winning dining experience on board — from serving the cuisine on fanciful orange Le Cirque china to featuring the restaurant’s famous crème brûlée. “Le Cirque epitomizes the best of the best, further expanding our culinary program with innovative partnerships and world-renowned names,” said Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. “To be able to extend one of the most exceptional dining experiences in the world to our guests is another exclusive element that we’re excited to be able to offer, and even the most discerning foodie will be impressed.” On virtually every voyage, the Pinnacle Grill will be transformed for at least one night into a Le Cirque–like atmosphere. On those special evenings, menu offerings, wine selections, table decorations and the restaurant setting will be tailored to create an authentic Le Cirque dining experience that is sure to impress both the eyes and palates of Holland America Line guests. Reservations can be made for “An Evening at Le Cirque in the Pinnacle Grill” for a charge. |
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