Holland America Line · Loyalty
How does the loyalty program work?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Mariner Society — Star, Two-Star, Three-Star, Four-Star and Five-Star Mariner
- All guests are enrolled automatically after their first completed cruise.
- Status is built on “Cruise Day credits”, earned from cruise days, onboard purchases, and double days for guests who book a suite.
- There are five levels, each with its own set of benefits.
In one sentence — Holland America Line: Mariner Society — Star, Two-Star, Three-Star, Four-Star and Five-Star Mariner. All guests are enrolled automatically after their first completed cruise. Status is built on “Cruise Day credits”, earned from cruise days, onboard purchases, and double days for guests who book a suite. There are five levels, each with its own set of benefits. 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
Tiers are earned by nights sailed on most lines, by points on others, and the benefits change sharply between tiers.
Where this came from
https://www.hollandamerica.com/en/faq/loyalty-program/loyalty-program-general-information/what-is-the-mariner-society-rewards-programWe 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.