Updated 2010

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Internet* & Email Access

Guests can connect to the internet on each ship in the Holland America Line fleet, either by accessing a 24/7 wireless connection “hotspot”, or utilizing the resources of the Explorations Café or Internet Café located on board. You will be able to receive electronic mail in real-time, via satellite link 24 hours a day, satellite conditions permitting.

Holland America Line has even set up your very own CruisE-mail address for you to use. We also have an Internet Manager on board to assist you. There is a charge for these services.

Your CruisE-mail address:

Your first initial + last name + your cabin number (with no spaces in between) + @”shipname”.cruisemail.net.

Example:

John Smith, in Cabin 38 on the ms Rotterdam, – His CruisE-mail address will be: jsmith38@rotterdam.cruisemail.net

*Some Internet services not available, please contact Ship Services for further information

Mobile Phones

Through an agreement with Wireless Maritime Services (WMS), a leading provider of maritime cellular service at sea, Holland America Line lets you take advantage of your wireless devices while at sea. Using your own mobile phone and telephone number, you can make and receive calls to and from fellow travelers who are on the ship, as well as friends, family or business associates back home. If you currently have the service through your home provider, you can also send and receive text messages. Other available wireless services include use of PDAs, such as your Blackberry.®

All charges for calls, text and data usage made while on the WMS network are billed at rates similar to international roaming by your home carrier on your regular monthly phone bill.

The use of the service requires compatible wireless/mobile phones or devices and qualified wireless service with a home mobile service provider that has a roaming agreement with Wireless Maritime Services. Please contact your carrier prior to sailing to make sure your plan qualifies and you will have service while at sea. For a complete listing of carriers worldwide go to www.cellularatsea.com.

Availability of service is not guaranteed; it depends on the participation of your home mobile service provider and service permissions. Please also note that some prepaid phone plans are not supported.

Webcams

Holland America Line does not publish webcam information online.

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