Holland America Line has announced that it will mark the 30th anniversary of RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay with a new partnership, welcoming Magnolia Bakery’s Banana Pudding onboard.
“Magnolia Bakery and Holland America Line share a commitment to creating memorable experiences, and this partnership gives us an opportunity to bring one of the bakery’s signature offerings to our guests as they explore the Caribbean,” said Michael Stendebach, vice president of food, beverage and rooms division for Holland America Line.
“Bringing Magnolia Bakery’s Banana Pudding on board is a fitting way to celebrate the upcoming 30 years of RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay and the special role the destination and its distinct culinary flavors have played in our history,” he added.
“Bringing Magnolia Bakery onboard for the Caribbean season marks the first time our desserts will be available at sea, a fitting extension of the innovative ways we continue to share the magic of the brand with our guests,” said Bobbie Lloyd, Magnolia Bakery’s chief brand officer and chief baking officer.
“We’re so excited to be working with Holland America Line on this one-of-a-kind partnership and look forward to sharing the joy of Banana Pudding with guests onboard.”
The company said in a press release that guests sailing on Holland America Caribbean cruises during the 2026-27 season will be able to indulge in the bakery’s Banana Pudding in the Lido Market.
The bakery’s signature version brings together familiar ingredients and a distinctive preparation that creates its signature creamy texture, the company added.
According to the press release, Holland America Line chefs trained alongside Magnolia Bakery’s team in New York to bring the dessert’s taste and presentation onboard.
In the Dining Room, guests can discover Caribbean specialties across every course, including Rum Barbeque Chicken Wings and Jamaican Braised Oxtail, Tomato Braised Pork Ossobuco and Pineapple Upside Down Cake.
Global Fresh Fish dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients include roasted grouper and spiced Barramundi.
In addition, Lido Market offers a Caribbean Seafood Boil, and the Dining Room features a Caribbean Brunch, Caribbean Teatime and a Caribbean-themed dinner around the Lido Pool.
Regionally inspired beverages are on offer. Holland America Line’s Rum Ambassador program, exclusively on Caribbean ships, features more than 35 distinct rums available exclusively on Caribbean cruises.
