What is the Around the World Competition?
The Around the World Competition is organised by Holland America Line N.V. and celebrates their fleet. It invites participants to submit a creative entry, either a video or an essay, explaining why they want to travel with Holland America and their chosen ship. The competition is open to residents of the United States, Canada (excluding Quebec), the United Kingdom, and Australia who are 21 years or older.
What are the prizes for the Around the World Competition?
The Around the World Competition offers one Grand Prize and ten First Prizes. The Grand Prize is a 7-day cruise for two on the maiden voyage of the Oosterdam post-refurbishment, valued at up to $5,058 USD. Each First Prize includes a cruise for two on a selected Holland America ship, with an approximate value of $5,000 USD. The total prize pool is valued at up to $55,058 USD.
When does the competition close?
The competition closes at 11:59 PM PT on August 30, 2026. For Australian entrants, it closes at 4:59 PM AEST on August 31, 2026. Entrants should convert these times to their local time zones to ensure timely submission.
How do I enter the competition?
To enter the competition, visit the designated website during the submission period and complete the registration form. Participants must choose one of the ten Holland America ships and submit either a video of up to 60 seconds or an essay between 25 and 250 words in English, explaining their travel aspirations with Holland America.
Who is eligible to enter the Around the World Competition?
The Around the World Competition is open to legal residents of the United States, Canada (excluding Quebec), the United Kingdom, and Australia who are at least 21 years old and have a valid email address. Employees and immediate family members of Holland America Line and associated entities are not eligible.
How is the winner selected?
Winners are selected based on creativity in storytelling, sincerity, and inspiration related to Holland America. Judging takes place in Bethel, CT, USA, with decisions made by Holland America Line and its designees. The judging process is skill-based, with no element of chance involved.
How will the winner be notified?
Winners will be notified by email and/or phone by September 11, 2026. They must respond within ten days to confirm eligibility and accept their prize. Failure to comply may result in disqualification and selection of an alternate winner.
Who is the promoter of the Around the World Competition?
The Around the World Competition is promoted by Holland America Line N.V., with Carnival plc trading as Holland America Line acting as the sponsor in Australia.