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Launched this past April, the ms Koningsdam is Holland America's newest ship and first in its Pinnacle class.
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Seattle-based Holland America Line is no stranger to the annual Seafair Torchlight Parade and has sponsored and participated in the parade for the past several years.
Previous float highlights include an orca-whale balloon designed to promote cruises to Alaska.
This year, the ms Koningsdam float was accompanied by a handful of other giant helium balloons as well local drill teams and marching bands, equestrian units, clowns and pirates.
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