Holland America Marks 100 Years in Caribbean With Up to 50% Off

Holland America Line is marking 100 years of Caribbean cruising with a limited-time promotion that combines fare discounts, onboard credit, and free fares for children on select sailings.

The centennial traces back to the line’s first Caribbean voyage in 1926, when Veendam II sailed to the region. Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line, said, “Our first Caribbean voyage in 1926 marked a defining moment for Holland America Line and for the evolution of modern cruise travel. As we celebrate 100 years, we wanted to offer something both meaningful and memorable—$100 for 100 years, with added ways for guests to save.”

Centennial Caribbean promotion: dates and what’s included

Holland America said the promotion applies to select Caribbean sailings booked from Feb. 3 through Feb. 9, 2026, with eligible departures sailing now through April 30, 2026. The offer includes savings of up to 50 percent on fares for qualifying cruises, plus onboard credit and a kids-sail-free component on specific sailings.

The onboard credit is structured as $50 per guest, which totals $100 for a party of two in one stateroom, aligning with the line’s “$100 for 100 years” theme. Families can also find complimentary fares for kids ages 18 and under on select departures, though Holland America noted eligibility can vary by sailing.

Departure ports, itinerary range, and featured ships

Eligible itineraries include Caribbean cruises departing from Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Florida, across Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean routes. Holland America highlighted ships including Koningsdam, Eurodam, and Zuiderdam, with itineraries ranging from seven to 12 days and calling in destinations such as the ABC Islands, Amber Cove, Belize, and the U.S. and British Virgin Islands.

Sample roundtrip Fort Lauderdale sailings highlighted by Holland America

• Koningsdam: 10-day Western Caribbean, Greater Antilles, Belize and Mexico, departing Feb. 25, 2026.
• Eurodam: seven-day Western Caribbean, Greater Antilles and Mexico, departing March 22, 2026.
• Eurodam: seven-day Eastern Caribbean, Amber Cove and Bahamas, departing March 29, 2026.
• Koningsdam: 12-day Eastern Caribbean, U.S. and British Virgin Islands, departing March 29, 2026.

Sample roundtrip Miami sailings highlighted by Holland America

• Zuiderdam: 10-day Southern Caribbean, Amber Cove and ABC Islands, departing March 25, 2026.
• Zuiderdam: seven-day Eastern Caribbean, Amber Cove and Bahamas, departing April 4, 2026.

Because the promotion applies only to select Caribbean sailings and terms vary by departure, Holland America said travelers may want to confirm at booking which itineraries qualify for each component, particularly the free-fare eligibility for kids and the specific discount level.

Longer itineraries ahead: Legendary Voyages for 2027-28

Separately, Holland America Line has also announced its Legendary Voyages collection for the 2027-28 season, a set of longer itineraries designed around extended time ashore and themed onboard programming tied to the regions visited.

Among the itineraries Holland America highlighted are the debut of the 28-day Pan Am 100 Years cruise and a 28-day Solar Eclipse & Cosmic Port Explorer. Returning sailings include the 47-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage and a refreshed 28-day Legendary Amazon Explorer, which Holland America said will sail roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale starting January 2028.

Paul Grigsby, the cruise line’s vice president of revenue planning and deployment, said, “Our guests are always looking for adventures that feel personal and unforgettable, whether that’s following the paths of ancient explorers, watching a solar eclipse at sea, or spending unhurried time in some of the world’s most storied cities.”

Holland America said the Legendary Voyages range from 28 to 47 days and span regions including Alaska, Europe, the South Pacific, South America, the Amazon, the Caribbean, and more. Onboard experiences are designed to complement destinations with programming such as history lectures, cooking demonstrations, themed parties, and other activities, drawing on the line’s broader maritime history and its tradition of longer Grand Voyages-style travel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When can the 100-year Caribbean promotion be booked?

Holland America Line said the booking window runs from Feb. 3 through Feb. 9, 2026, and applies to select Caribbean sailings included in the offer.

What does the centennial offer include?

For eligible sailings, Holland America said travelers can receive up to 50 percent off fares, plus a $50 onboard credit per guest. The promotion also includes free fares for kids ages 18 and under on select departures, with eligibility varying by sailing.

How much onboard credit would a party of two receive?

The onboard credit is listed as $50 per guest, so a two-person booking would receive $100 total onboard credit for the stateroom.

Which ships are included in the highlighted eligible sailings?

Holland America’s examples include Koningsdam, Eurodam, and Zuiderdam on select Caribbean itineraries departing from Fort Lauderdale and Miami in late February through early April 2026.

What are Holland America’s Legendary Voyages for 2027-28?

Holland America said the Legendary Voyages are extended itineraries, generally 28 to 47 days, built around deeper destination engagement. The 2027-28 lineup includes the 28-day Pan Am 100 Years cruise, the 28-day Solar Eclipse & Cosmic Port Explorer, the 47-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage, and the 28-day Legendary Amazon Explorer sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale starting January 2028.