In celebration of International Tea Day (May 21), Holland America Line announced that it is elevating its elegant afternoon tea. A new Royal Dutch Tea experience will be offered in the Dining Room on all sea days and will continue to be free of charge.

Royal Dutch Tea will replace the existing afternoon tea experience with enhanced service featuring sweet and savory options that highlight the brand's Dutch heritage. Royal Dutch Tea also will include many of the traditional bites and teas that Holland America Line guests love to indulge in.

New Tiered Pairings:

Top tier (Dutch sweets):

Moorkop (Dutch Cream puff), whipped cream, mandarin.
Maple Stroopwafel, Napoleon cream, fresh berries.
Boterkoek (Dutch Butter Cake), almond slice.
Gevulde Koeken (Dutch Cookie), Marzipan, short sugar pastry.
Appletaart (Mini Dutch Apple Tartlets), cookie base, cinnamon, raisins

Middle Tier (Scones):

Raisin and Plain Scones with assorted jam, whipped cream

Bottom Tier (Savory Dutch Sandwiches):

Bay Shrimp on Brioche, Dutch cocktail sauce
Egg Salad and Cress, white bread, mayonnaise, mustard
Smoked Salmon, Dill cream cheese, whole wheat
Coronation Chicken, whole wheat, curry, yogurt, dried apricots, cilantro

“Whether a tea connoisseur or a novice, guests will enjoy the upgraded offering, which gives a nod to our Dutch legacy of more than 150 years of sailing,” said Michael Stendebach, vice president of food, beverage and rooms division for Holland America Line. “Our guests are avid enthusiasts of the afternoon tea tradition, and we are excited to combine this longstanding service on sea days with our rich Dutch heritage.”

For more information on Holland America Line’s full line-up of voyages, visit HollandAmerica.com.