Holland America Line's ms Rotterdam Named 2006 Ship Of The Year By World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society
Cruise Ship Job News: 21st March 2006
Holland America Line's ms Rotterdam was named 2006 Ship of the Year in the World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society (WOCLS) annual cruise ship survey by its members. This is the third time the company’s flagship has received ship of the year honors.
"As our flagship, the ms Rotterdam has a special meaning for all of us at Holland America Line," said Stein Kruse, president and chief executive officer. "We are honored that the members of the World Ocean and Cruise Liner Society feel the same way. This is a testament to the ship operation and service level and its crew."
Thomas Cassidy, editor of the organization's newsletter, noted, "In order for a ship to become our 'Ship of the Year,' it takes an exceptional consistency of high marks in each of the categories."
The Rotterdam previously received ship of the year honors in 1999 and 2000. In this year's survey, Holland America Line's ms Prinsendam also garnered top votes in the categories for Best Itinerary and Best Shore Excursions for showcasing ports of call and shore activities that were engaging, unordinary and diverse.
WOCLS is a 24-year-old organization comprised of thousands of experienced cruisers who average taking two cruises a year. The society reviews all cruise ships annually, receiving more report cards on ships this year than during any previous survey.
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