Last updated: November 3, 2026
Quick answer: Yes. Military Cruise Deals gives a real military and veteran discount on every Holland America Line cruise — always at least 5% off the cruise fare, taken off the cruise line’s lowest price and added on top of current sales. Many sailings may also come with extra perks like onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages. Active duty, retirees, ALL veterans, ALL military and veteran spouses (even if divorced) and everyone traveling with them qualify. There are no booking fees. Call 866-964-5482.
The biggest military and veteran discount on your Holland America cruise
Looking for the best military and veteran deals on Holland America Line cruises? Then you’ve come to the right place! We help you stack the discounts.
We provide the absolute lowest possible rate for military and veteran families on every single Holland America cruise. You can book with complete confidence because:
- We guarantee our rates are discounted below Holland’s lowest rate
- We will re-fare your cruise to the new lower rate if Holland offers one before your final payment date
- We are here 7 days a week to provide personal, expert customer service
We love to cruise on Holland America Line, and we love to provide discounts for military and veterans on Holland too.
We provide a discount for military members and veterans on every single Holland America Line cruise.
Read on for all the details and links to ALL FUTURE HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISES – with your discount applied!
We’ve been booking cruises since 2001, and we have thousands of repeat military and veteran customers.
So, you are safe with us!
Does Holland America Have a Military Discount?
Holland America has a Military Appreciation Offer: US$100 onboard credit per stateroom on select sailings.
It’s for active, retired and veteran military service members in the United States and Canada, on new bookings only. Holland America asks you to verify your military status on its online form first.
It’s one credit per stateroom (not per person), and it can’t be used in the casino or on gratuities. Ask us whether your sailing qualifies.
Military Cruise Deals adds our own military discount on top.
Our discount is at least 5% off every Holland America cruise, taken off Holland America’s lowest rate. Many sailings also come with extra perks like onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages.
It’s for active-duty military, retirees, ALL veterans and ALL military and veteran spouses — plus the family and friends traveling with you, even in separate cabins. No fees to book, change or cancel.
Our prices on our website have that military discount built in (meaning, it’s subtracted from Holland America’s lowest rates!)
The links below show ALL future Holland America cruises, with the military discounted price!
Book online, or contact us for help! Call us at 866-964-5482.
Holland America’s Military Appreciation Offer terms checked against Holland America’s official offer page on November 3, 2026.
Holland America Line Military Discount at a Glance
| Our military discount | Always at least 5% off the cruise fare on every Holland America Line cruise, off the lowest price |
| Extra perks | Onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages on many sailings |
| Holland America’s own military offer | US$100 onboard credit per stateroom on select sailings, for active, retired and veteran service members (new bookings only) |
| Who qualifies | Active duty, retired military, ALL veterans, ALL military and veteran spouses (no matter the military member’s status, even if divorced), plus friends and family — even in separate cabins |
| Ships included | Every Holland America ship and sail date, including the newest Pinnacle-class ships Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Koningsdam |
| Stacks with sales? | Yes — added on top of the cruise line’s current promotions |
| Booking fees | None — no fees to book, change or cancel |
| Price protection | Free rate monitoring and re-faring requests until final payment, plus our exclusive Price Drop Tracker |
| In business since | 2001 — military-family-owned, 1,500+ five-star reviews. Call 866-964-5482 |
See every Holland America cruise with our military discount applied.
The links below show all Holland America cruises by destination and by departure port, with our military discount already built into the price.
See all your best deals at a glance!
Holland America Sailings by Departure Port:
Europe
South America
Here’s what you’ll find here about Holland America and military discounts.
When you book with us, you get whatever Holland is offering AND our discounts and benefits on top of that.
Holland is currently offering Have It All Perks and an Early Booking Bonus on select cruises booked at least a year out.
HAVE IT ALL!
Holland America is now allowing guests to have the amenities you want most, included at 50% off:
- Signature Beverage Package
- Specialty Dining Package
- Wi-Fi
- Shore excursions
If you were going to use these amenities already, this provides significant savings. Contact us to make sure you’re booked under the HAVE IT ALL promotion.
Today’s Special Deals on Holland America Line include:
- BLACK FRIDAY SALE: up to 30% off the cruise fare plus FREE prepaid crew appreciation (guests 1 and 2), a 50% reduced deposit and free or reduced fares for 3rd and 4th guests on 800+ select December 2026 – May 2029 cruises (excludes full Grand Voyages and 2028 Alaska cruisetours). Book by November 29, 2026.
- BLACK FRIDAY EARLY ACCESS: up to 30% off the cruise fare plus FREE prepaid crew appreciation (guests 1 and 2) and free or reduced fares for 3rd and 4th guests on select December 2026 – May 2029 cruises (excludes full Grand Voyages and 2028 Alaska cruisetours). Book by November 17, 2026.
- BOOK EARLY & SAVE — HAVE IT ALL EARLY BOOKING BONUS: FREE prepaid crew appreciation on select Fall 2027 – Spring 2028 cruises of 4 nights or longer. Book by December 3, 2026.
- SAVE ON SUNSHINE: up to 50% off October–May cruises to the Caribbean, Mexico, the Panama Canal and beyond. Book by December 31, 2026.
- We often have special group rates LOWER than even the lowest military-discounted rate we show online. Always call or email us to get our absolute best rate on a Holland America cruise.
- Holland America’s lowest rates come with a 50% reduced deposit, but they are non-refundable and do not include any perks — those only come with higher-priced fare codes.
- Like all cruise lines, Holland America has different prices for the same cruise: the lowest non-refundable price and the higher price with perks and a refundable deposit.
- Our agents can see all Holland America prices and help you compare. Call us at 866-964-5482 or email us at info@militarycruisedeals.com for expert help.
Why Military and Veteran Families Book Holland America With Military Cruise Deals
You served. Now let us take care of you. Here’s what you get when you book your Holland America cruise with us:
We pay for your military discount.
Our discount comes out of our own commission — on top of Holland America’s lowest price. That’s our way of saying thank you for your service.
Bring everyone you love.
Your service earns the discount for everyone traveling with you — parents, kids, grandparents and friends — even in separate cabins. One veteran, and the whole group saves.
You’ll never wonder if you overpaid.
Our Price Drop Tracker is technology we pay for so you don’t have to. It shows the biggest Holland America price drops the moment they happen, so you can spot a real deal and book at the right time. It’s completely free for you to use.
We keep working for you after you book.
Most agencies stop paying attention once you pay your deposit. We don’t. We pay for price-monitoring technology that keeps checking your rate all the way until final payment. If your price drops, we work to get you the lower rate, an upgrade or onboard credit. It costs us real money — and it’s free for you.
No fees. No surprises.
We never charge you a fee to book, change or cancel your cruise. (Holland America’s own cancellation penalties still apply.)
More vacation for the same money.
As a Travel Leaders Network agency, we can add extras on many Holland America sailings, like onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages.
Real cruise experts — not a call center.
Since 2001, we’ve helped military families plan their cruises. The owners answer the phones, so when you call, you talk to an expert who knows Holland America’s ships, cabins and fine print.
What it adds up to: on a $10,000 family cruise, our military discount saves you about $500. If the price drops after you book and we re-fare you, you can save hundreds more. Add onboard credit and amenities, and that’s real money back in your pocket.
You’ve earned the best deal on your cruise. We make sure you get it — before you book, after you book, and every day until you sail.
Holland America Price Drop Tracker — Exclusive from Military Cruise Deals
Our exclusive Military Cruise Deals Price Drop Tracker shows the biggest price drops on Holland America cruises the moment they happen.
Just pick Holland America Line in the Cruise Line menu to see only Holland sailings.
(It will take a few seconds to load, as it’s scanning the rates for all future cruises and calculating recent price drops!)
Holland America Group Cruises
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Military and Veteran deals on every Holland America Cruise
Our search engine is configured to find Holland America’s best cruise rates and add any additional military and veteran discounts from us to every booking made on our site. All links show cruises ordered from least to most expensive — so your best deals are always at a glance.
Don’t see what you want? Contact us and we’ll find it for you!
Why do so many military and veteran folks prefer Holland America Cruises?
Holland America has been in the cruising business for over 150 years — so these folks are experts at cruising and hospitality at sea.
The Holland America fleet includes 11 ships, sailing to more than 100 countries and all seven continents — from 3-day cruises to 110-day grand world voyages.
If we had to choose two words to describe Holland America, we’d say “dignified and understated.” The third word would be affordable. Holland America offers better value than almost any other cruise line.
All of their ships are considered “spacious mid-sized” — big enough to have all the bells and whistles of luxury and entertainment, but with fewer people, shorter lines, and a much more manageable layout.
Don’t worry military and veteran parents: there are great kids clubs on all Holland America cruise ships!
Holland America has a high-tech kids club similar to Celebrity Cruises — a real hit with 21st-century children.
For all children between the ages of 3 and 17, entertainment staff is available at Club HAL and Teen Lounges every day from 9:00 am to 11:30 am, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. On port days, centers are open from 8 am–4 pm and 7 pm–10 pm.
Children’s entertainment is free, organized into three age groups: Teen (13–17), Shockwave (8–12), and Kids (3–7).
Group babysitting is available for $5 per child per hour from 10:00 pm–12:00 am for passengers ages 3–12 in Club HAL. Babysitting is not offered while the ship is in port. The Teen Lounge is open for free during this time as well.
The ms Koningsdam has cabins that hold 5!
The ms Koningsdam also has solo cabins!
Besides our discounts for military and veterans, why should you book your Holland America cruise with us?
We’ve been serving military families since 2001 and have booked thousands of military and veteran families. They trust us — and you can too.
We’ve sailed on Holland America and almost every other cruise line, so we have real, firsthand advice. Read more about us, or see some of our recent reviews.
Never cruised before? Visit our New to Cruising page to learn what’s included and what’s not.
Holland America’s Newest Ships: Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Koningsdam
Our military and veteran discount applies to every Holland America ship, on every sail date.
Here’s a quick look at the newest ships, and what’s coming next.
The Pinnacle-Class Ships
Rotterdam (2021), Nieuw Statendam (2018) and Koningsdam (2016) are the newest and largest ships in the Holland America fleet, with room for about 2,650 guests each.
Each one has five specialty restaurants and live music every night along the Music Walk.
Rotterdam sails Northern Europe from Amsterdam in summer and the Eastern Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale in winter. Nieuw Statendam spends summer in the Mediterranean. Koningsdam is based on the West Coast, sailing to Alaska, Hawaii and the Mexican Riviera.
Holland America Evolution: Six Ships Reimagined
Holland America is spending more than $500 million to reimagine six ships: Oosterdam, Zuiderdam, Westerdam, Noordam, Nieuw Amsterdam and Eurodam.
Oosterdam goes first, debuting in fall 2027 with the Grand Dutch Café, new Solo Verandah staterooms and two new Bridgeview Suites with 180-degree views.
A 12th Ship in 2029: Arcadia
In 2029, P&O Cruises’ Arcadia joins the Holland America fleet, bringing it to 12 ships.
Holland America Group Cruise Deals for Military and Veterans
Booking a Holland America group cruise through Military Cruise Deals gets you the best possible rate and most possible perks on every cabin in your group.
Why book your Holland America group cruise with Military Cruise Deals?
- We’ve been in business since 2001.
- We’ve received hundreds of 5-star reviews from military members who’ve booked cruises with us.
- We are well-known and respected by all the cruise lines.
- We are a no-fee agency — we never charge change or cancellation fees like most travel agencies.
- We are cruise experts. We’ve been doing this a long time and we know everything about cruises.
- We are a family business, owner-operated.
- We are available by phone and email 7 days a week and respond to queries almost instantly.
Have questions about Holland America group cruise deals for military and veterans? We have all the answers — keep reading!
What is the minimum number of cabins and people required for a Holland America group cruise?
A group is comprised of 8 cabins with at least 16 passengers.
What is the deposit schedule for military and veteran groups on Holland America?
Deposit amounts for groups are the same as standard Holland America bookings. Final payment is due per the normal Holland America schedule. Groups must be created at least 91 days prior to departure.
Contact us to start planning your Holland America group cruise today.
What are the benefits offered with Holland America group cruise deals for military and veterans?
A. Amenity Points
B. Tour Conductor credit(s)
C. Our military discount
A. All About Amenity Points for Groups on Holland America:
When you book a Holland America group cruise, you receive “amenity points” that can be used to pick a group perk. The number of points varies by cruise length — 7-day cruises usually get 4 points. Whatever you select applies to all cabins in the group.
Points can be used to get onboard credit, OR dinner at the Pinnacle Grill, OR a cocktail party, OR extra internet minutes, etc. Here are many of the gifts available:
- Pinnacle Grill Dinner per guest
- Pinnacle Grill Lunch per guest
- Canaletto Dinner per guest
- Tamarind Dinner per guest (Eurodam, Koningsdam & Nieuw Amsterdam only)
- Rudi’s Sel de Mer Pop-up per guest (all ships except Koningsdam)
- Blend Wine-Making Experience (Koningsdam only)
- Lobster Shack (Lobster Roll) — Half Moon Cay
- Cocktail Party — one hour with hot hors d’oeuvres (limited to one per group)
- Fiesta Party — one hour with margaritas, mojitos, Corona and fiesta food
- Mixology Class
- Wine Cellar No. 1 Package — one, two, or four bottles per stateroom
- Winemaker Package (with HAL wines or group’s own wine, with commemorative bottles or chocolate-dipped strawberries)
- Vitamin Water — three-pack per stateroom
- Bottled Water — 12-pack per guest
- $25 or $50 Beverage Card per guest
- $50 Fountain Soda Card per guest
- Plate of Chocolate-dipped Strawberries per stateroom
- Sparkling Wine & Strawberries per stateroom
- Selection of Deluxe Canapés per stateroom
- Bon Voyage Sparkling Wine — one bottle per stateroom
Important tip: Don’t ask every member of your group which perk they prefer — everyone must receive the same amenity. A group leader needs to choose for everyone. Trust us on this one.
In lieu of these points, your group can also choose a special package: Family Reunion Package, Wine and Cooking Demo Package, Winemaker’s Package, Wedding Package, Vegas at Sea Package, Destination Discovery Package, or the Wellness and Fitness Package. Details on each are below.
B. The Tour Conductor Credit(s) applied to Holland America Group Cruises
Each group receives one tour conductor credit per 8 cabins (16 people). This credit can be used to give 1 passenger a FREE cruise fare (taxes and port charges still apply).
The credit amount is the average per-person cruise rate for the group based on double occupancy. It’s wise not to apply it to the most expensive cabin in your group — as it won’t cover that passenger’s full fare.
Contact us to start planning your Holland America group cruise today.
C. Our Military Discount
In addition to all group benefits from Holland America, every group booked through Military Cruise Deals receives an additional discount off the cruise fare — so everyone in your group pays less than booking directly with Holland America.
Family Reunion Package:
Free upgrades for the whole family! The head of the family receives a free “best available” upgrade; all other family members receive a “best available” upgrade within their cabin type. Plus, all guests enjoy a Pinnacle Grill lunch, a $50 fountain soda card per stateroom, and a $50 beverage card per stateroom.
Private Wine and Cooking Demonstration Package:
Guests enjoy a private premium wine tasting with the ship’s cellar master, two one-hour demonstration sessions in the Culinary Arts Center, and a bottle of sparkling wine in each stateroom.
Winemaker’s Package:
Two options: bring your own wine onboard (corkage fee applies), or focus on Holland America’s own selection with expert tastings. All groups receive two one-hour wine tastings, a Winemaker’s Lunch in the Pinnacle Grill with three wine pairings, and chocolate-dipped strawberries or a commemorative bottle of wine in each stateroom.
Wedding Package:
Let Holland America handle every detail — from cake decoration to champagne. Ceremonies are performed on the day of sailing or in select ports of call. The package includes a complimentary upgrade for the bride and groom, a wedding cake for up to 16 guests, Pinnacle Grill lunch, private wine tasting, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and sparkling wine in all staterooms. Photography, videography, live music, receptions, and spa appointments can be added.
Vegas at Sea Package:
Whether you’re an experienced gambler or rolling the dice for the first time, onboard casinos offer gaming for all levels with complimentary lessons. Your group enjoys a $25 casino credit per stateroom, $25 beverage card per stateroom, and a Pinnacle Grill lunch for all guests.
Destination Discovery Package:
Explore exciting ports of call with a $50 per stateroom discount on shore excursions, plus a complimentary cocktail party and a group keepsake to remember it all by.
Wellness and Fitness Package:
Guests receive a Hydrotherapy Pool Soak, a three-pack of Vitamin Water, and private low-impact aerobics, yoga, or pilates instruction scheduled onboard.
Why choose Holland America for your military or veteran group cruise?
- BBC Earth lectures, America’s Test Kitchen cooking demonstrations, and world-class programming on classically dignified ships.
- Oprah Winfrey loves Holland America so much she was chosen as Godmother of the Nieuw Statendam. Maybe she’ll be on your group’s trip too!
- Holland America’s exploration experts have answers to all your shore excursion questions, plus cultural lectures and destination performances for true immersion.
Contact us to start planning your Holland America group cruise.
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★ Why Book Your Holland America Cruise With Military Cruise Deals? We’re Mitch, Kevin, and Hope — a military-family-owned agency that has specialized in cruise discounts for active duty, veterans, and their families since 2001. We’ve helped over 50,000 military families book cruises, and we have 1,500+ five-star reviews to prove it. We’ve sailed on Holland America ourselves, so the advice we give comes from real experience. Our discount stacks on top of every Holland America promotion — Have It All, group amenity points, tour conductor credits, and more. You simply can’t get a lower price anywhere else. Questions? Call us toll-free at 866-964-5482 or send us a message. |
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More Questions About the Holland America Line Military Discount
What is the Holland America Military Appreciation Offer?
Holland America’s Military Appreciation Offer is a US$100 onboard credit per stateroom (not per person) on new bookings, for active, retired and veteran military in the U.S. and Canada. You verify your status on Holland America’s online form first, and the credit can’t be used in the casino or on gratuities. Military Cruise Deals adds at least 5% off the cruise fare on top. Call 866-964-5482.
Does Holland America have its own military discount?
Yes. Holland America’s Military Appreciation Offer gives US$100 onboard credit per stateroom on select sailings to active, retired and veteran service members who verify their status. Military Cruise Deals adds our own discount of at least 5% off the cruise fare on every Holland America cruise.
What are Holland America’s newest ships?
The Pinnacle-class Rotterdam (2021), Nieuw Statendam (2018) and Koningsdam (2016). Instead of new builds, Holland America is reimagining six ships through its Evolution program, starting with Oosterdam in fall 2027, and Arcadia joins the fleet from P&O Cruises in 2029.
How much is the military discount on Holland America Line?
Our military discount is always at least 5% off the cruise fare on every Holland America Line cruise. Many sailings may also come with extra perks like onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages. The more your cruise costs, the more you save.
Do all military and veteran spouses qualify for the Holland America Line Military Discount?
Yes. ALL military and veteran spouses qualify, no matter the status of the military member — including surviving spouses and divorced spouses. Friends and family traveling with them qualify too, even in separate cabins.
Does the military discount stack with Holland America Line sales?
Yes. Our military discount is added on top of the cruise line’s current promotions.
Do you charge fees to book a Holland America Line cruise?
No. We never charge a fee to book, change or cancel your cruise. The cruise line’s own cancellation penalties still apply.
What happens if the price drops after I book?
We monitor your rate until final payment. If the price drops, we ask the cruise line to re-fare you to the lower rate, upgrade you, or give you onboard credit. Some non-refundable fares can’t be re-fared.
Can I transfer my Holland America Line booking to Military Cruise Deals?
In many cases, yes — if you booked directly with the cruise line and haven’t made final payment. Call us at 866-964-5482 and we’ll check your booking.