Holland America Marks 100 Years of Caribbean Sailing

The Holland America cruise ship Koningsdam moored near land under a blue sky
Cruise Industry The Caribbean
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Holland America Line is celebrating a century of cruising in the Caribbean with a limited-time promotion that includes a $100 onboard credit for two guests, the company said in a press release.

The cruise line was one of the early pioneers in the region, first sailing to the Caribbean in 1926 with the Veendam II.

Between Feb. 3 and Feb. 9, 2026, travelers can book select Caribbean cruises sailing through April 30 and receive savings of up to 50 percent on cruise fares. The offer also includes a $50 onboard credit per guest and free fares for children ages 18 and under on eligible sailings.

“Our first Caribbean voyage in 1926 marked a defining moment for Holland America Line and for the evolution of modern cruise travel,” said Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line.

“As we celebrate 100 years, we wanted to offer something both meaningful and memorable, 100 dollars for 100 years, with added ways for guests to save.”

The promotion applies to a range of Caribbean itineraries departing from Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Eligible sailings include the 10-day Western Caribbean: Greater Antilles, Belize and Mexico cruise aboard the Koningsdam, departing Feb. 25, 2026, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, as well as the seven-day Western Caribbean: Greater Antilles and Mexico voyage on the Eurodam, sailing March 22, 2026, also roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.

Other options feature a 10-day Southern Caribbean: Amber Cove and ABC Islands itinerary on the Zuiderdam departing March 25, 2026, roundtrip from Miami.

Additional sailings include the seven-day Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove and Bahamas cruise on the Eurodam departing March 29, 2026, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, and the 12-day Eastern Caribbean: U.S. and British Virgin Islands itinerary on the Koningsdam, also departing March 29, 2026, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.

The promotion also applies to a seven-day Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove and Bahamas cruise on the Zuiderdam, departing April 4, 2026, roundtrip from Miami.