HOLLAND AMERICA NAMED 'BEST CRUISE VALUE'

Getting a "best of" award is always an honor -- but getting it 20 times in a row, that's amazing. Congrats to Holland America, named by the World Ocean and Cruise Liner Society as "the Best Overall Cruise Value 2012 for the 20th consecutive year in the publication’s annual Best Cruise Value Awards." The line also noted they got top marks in the High-Deluxe, 5-Star-Plus, Large Ships category in recognition of "its premium cruise experience." The release included this quote: “To win this award continuously for two decades is an incredible achievement for Holland America Line and a testament to the hard work and dedication we put into providing the finest cruise experience to our guests,” said Richard Meadows, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. -- Gerry