Holland America Line Sails Into Savings with Black Friday Offer That Includes Fare Discounts, Free Crew Appreciation, and More
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Holland America Line announces a Black Friday sale from Nov. 21 to Dec. 1, 2024, offering deals on over 800 cruises through October 2026. The promotion includes up to 25% off cruise fares, free prepaid crew appreciation (potentially saving over $1,000 per person), 50% reduced deposits, and free third and fourth guests in the same stateroom.
The offer is combinable with the 'Have It All' premium fare, which adds benefits like shore excursions, a Signature Beverage Package, specialty dining, and Wi-Fi. The sale applies to various destinations including Alaska, Asia, Caribbean, Mediterranean, and more, with taxes and fees included in all cruise fares.
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- Up to 25% discount on cruise fares
- Free prepaid crew appreciation worth over $1,000 per person
- 50% reduced deposits
- Free third and fourth guests in same stateroom
- Combinable with 'Have It All' premium fare package
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This Black Friday promotional campaign by Holland America Line, while extensive, is unlikely to significantly impact Carnival 's (CCL) stock performance. The 25% fare discounts and additional perks are within industry norms for holiday season promotions. The inclusion of sailings through October 2026 suggests healthy advance booking windows, but the free crew appreciation offering could marginally impact service charge revenues.
The promotion's broad applicability across global destinations and compatibility with the "Have It All" premium fare indicates a strategic focus on volume and occupancy rates rather than yield maximization. While this may help secure forward bookings, the impact on CCL's overall financial performance will likely be modest given that Holland America Line represents just one brand in Carnival's portfolio.
Sale starts a week before Black Friday; travelers can plan ahead for cruises through October 2026
Guests who book a qualified cruise during the Black Friday offer will receive up to
"We have consistently offered incredible deals for Black Friday, and this year is no exception," said Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line's chief commercial officer. "We center our promotions around perks that our guests tell us they want, including crew appreciation plus free third and fourth guests on cruises to all of our global destinations—Black Friday is the ideal time to book a cruise."
Black Friday Combines with 'Have It All' Premium Fare
For guests who want even more value, the Black Friday offer is combinable with Holland America Line's "Have it All" premium fare. When booking with Have It All, in addition to the Black Friday fare discounts, free prepaid crew appreciation, free and reduced third and fourth guests, and reduced deposits, guests receive four high-value amenities:
- Depending on the cruise length, guests enjoy up to three shore excursions valued at
$100 - With the Signature Beverage Package, guests can savor a wide range of wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, soda, coffee and more, with bar service charges included.
- Depending on the ship and cruise duration, guests can indulge in award-winning specialty dining for up to three nights. Included are Pinnacle Grill and Canaletto on all ships, and Tamarind on Signature and Pinnacle Class ships.
- A Wi-Fi Surf Package keeps travelers connected while away from home. With this popular package, guests can access their favorite websites, including email, news, sports and more.
Travel the World with Black Friday Savings
Reduced cruise fares of up to
Hundreds of worldwide cruises are included in the Black Friday offer. Example departures:
- 14-day New Zealand Holiday on Westerdam departing Dec. 22, 2024.
- 12-day Panama Canal Sunfarer on
Rotterdam departing Feb. 23, 2025. - 42-day Arctic Circle Crossing:
Scotland ,Greenland &Iceland on Nieuw Statendam departing June 15, 2025. - 7-day Alaska Explorer on Eurodam, departing Aug. 23, 2025.
- 56-day Tales of the South Pacific on Zaandam departing Sept. 24, 2025.
- 11-day
Mexico and Sea of Cortez on Zaandam departing April 7, 2026. - 7-day Norwegian Fjords on
Rotterdam departing May 3, 2026. - 7-day Western Mediterranean on Oosterdam departing June 14, 2026.
Free or Reduced Third and Fourths Ideal for Families, Friends' Getaways
With the free third and fourth guests when cruising in the same stateroom, a family cruise or getaway with friends is even more affordable. Whether it's a relaxing escape to the
Taxes and fees are now included in all cruise fares. The Black Friday offer is not valid on full-length Grand Voyages and 2026 Alaska Cruisetours. Visit hollandamerica.com for full terms and conditions.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
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