Holland America Line · Booking & changes
How much is the deposit?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Reduced deposit when you book your next cruise on board
- Booking on board gives a reduced deposit with no further deposits due until final payment.
- Onboard-only benefits can include up to US$400 per person in shipboard credit and double onboard spending credit opportunities.
In one sentence — Holland America Line: Reduced deposit when you book your next cruise on board. Booking on board gives a reduced deposit with no further deposits due until final payment. Onboard-only benefits can include up to US$400 per person in shipboard credit and double onboard spending credit opportunities. 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
What you pay to hold the booking, and whether you get it back if you change your mind.
Where this came from
https://www.hollandamerica.com/en/us/faq/onboard-cruise-experience/onboard-information/what-are-the-benefits-of-booking-onboardWe 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.