Holland America Line · On board
Can I bring alcohol on board?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Wine and champagne only, with a US $20 corkage fee per bottle of 750 ml or less
- No other alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages may be brought aboard.
- Wine or champagne given to you by the line is not charged a corkage fee.
- Holland America states the fee is subject to change without notice.
In one sentence — Holland America Line: Wine and champagne only, with a US $20 corkage fee per bottle of 750 ml or less. No other alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages may be brought aboard. Wine or champagne given to you by the line is not charged a corkage fee. Holland America states the fee is subject to change without notice. Read from Holland America Line's own published policy on 2026-09-21. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Holland America Line before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
Wine and champagne are often allowed in limited quantity. Spirits almost never are.
Where this came from
https://www.hollandamerica.com/en/us/legal-privacy/cruise-contractWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.