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P&O Cruises’ Arcadia to Join Holland America Line in 2029

The 2005-built ship will undergo a major refurbishment as part of Holland America Line’s multi-year fleet transformation program.

The privately owned luxury lifestyle travel brand of the MSC Group suggests pairing well-known Caribbean ports with more secluded destinations.

A nor’easter and a hurricane led to late schedule adjustments, affecting guests’ return plans.

The Vista Class ship will increase the cruise line’s fleet to 12 vessels and add capacity for more than 2,000 guests.