Holland America Line Launches Best Deal of the Year on 2023 Cruises – ‘Book Early and Save’ Includes Crew Appreciation, Onboard Credit, Low Price Guarantee and Popular ‘All-Inclusive’ Amenities

By Judy J. Beasley Last updated Jul 14, 2022

Great cruise fares and value of over $900 per person available to plan next year’s trip, including holidays 2022 and beyond for Europe, Alaska, Caribbean and more if booked by September 30, 2022

SEATTLE, July 12, 2022 /CNW/ – As the desire to travel grows and cruise bookings continue to increase, Holland America Line is encouraging customers to plan ahead and make future cruise bookings now with a new “Book Now” offer early and save”.

“Book Early and Save” includes Crew Appreciation, Onboard Credit, Low Price Guarantee and popular “Have it All” amenities

Great cruise fares and value of over $900 per person available to plan next year’s trip

run from From July 12 to September 30, 2022, the offer is for guests booking a 2022 holiday cruise or a 2023 cruise departure and includes crew appreciation (gratuities), onboard credit and 50% discounted deposits – plus shore excursions, beverages, specialty restaurants and Wi-Fi with the “Have It Everything” premium package. A low price guarantee means peace of mind when booking. For a seven-day cruise, customers see a booking value greater than $900 per person taking advantage of “Book early and save”.

“As the world begins to travel more and more and our entire fleet is in operation, we are seeing great interest in our cruises which sail to all seven continents. ‘Book Early and Save’ comes at the right time to start planning upcoming holidays and 2023,” said Beth Bodensteiner, commercial director of Holland America Line. “Cruising continues to offer incredible value in terms of price, convenience and everything included in the fare, and these added incentives make cruising vacations even more appealing.”

Advantages “Book early and save”

Low price guarantee: If a passenger books a Holland America Line cruise through the “Book Early and Save” offer and finds a lower fare for the same reservation within 72 hours of the original booking, Holland America Line will issue the passenger an onboard credit of a value of 110% of the difference between the originally booked rate and the lower rate.
Crew appreciation: Prepaid cabin gratuities for crew members are included for the first and second passengers in a cabin.
Onboard credit: Depending on the duration of the cruise, customers receive $100, $150 Where $300 Onboard credit per stateroom can be used for a variety of amenities, including specialty meals, spa services, shore excursions, gift shop purchases and more.
Shore excursions (included in Have it All rates): Depending on the duration of the cruise, passengers receive up to three tours worth $100 each. Choose from thousands of tours around the world, from active adventures and immersive culinary experiences to historical explorations and cultural discoveries.
Signature Beverage Package (included in Have it All rates): Guests enjoy a wide selection of wines, beers, spirits, cocktails, sodas, water, coffee and more. Up to 15 drinks per day are allowed and bar service charges are included.
Specialty dinner (included in the Have it All fares): depending on the ship and the length of the cruise, passengers can take advantage of Holland America Line’s award-winning specialties for up to three nights. Pinnacle Grill is the ultimate steakhouse at sea, while Tamarind showcases the traditions of South East Asia, China and Japan with sensual flavors and dishes. Canaletto is a casual place serving authentic Italian cuisine.
Wi-Fi Surf Package (included in Have it All rates): Stay connected when you’re away from home. With Holland America Line’s most popular Wi-Fi plan, customers can visit their favorite sites, including email, news, sports and more.

With Book Early and Save, travelers can explore Alaska, Antarctic, Asia, Australia and New Zealandthe Caribbean, Canada/New England, Mediterranean, Hawaii, Mexico, North EuropePanama Canal and South America. Alaska Cruisetours, which combines a Alaska cruise with land exploration in Denali and the yukonare also included.

Many international destinations can be explored with a short flight or by car from clients’ homes sailing round-trip from a US homeport. The cruise line visits 225 different ports in 91 different countries on round-trip sailings from United States, serving more international destinations on round-trip cruises from a US homeport than any other brand. Book early and save includes the 35-day “Voyage of the Vikings” round trip from Boston; 35 days”HawaiiTahiti and Marquesas” round trip from San Diego; and a 21-day round trip to the Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale.

Book Early and Save rates start at $899 per person, double occupancy, for Caribbean Cruises. Popular summer cruises to Alaska start to $949 per person and for Europe at $1,399. Taxes, fees and shipping are extra. “Book Early and Save” is not valid on Grand Voyages or cruises of five days or less.

For more information on Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.

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About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland America line has been exploring the world since 1873 and was the first cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the yukon almost 75 years ago. Its fleet of premium vessels visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world, providing an ideal mid-size vessel experience. A third Pinnacle-class ship, rotterdamjoined the fleet in July 2021.

A leader in premium cruises, Holland America Line ships offer innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills every evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive selections from Holland America Line’s renowned culinary board of world-renowned chefs.

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