Holland America Line unveils Glacier Guarantee

Holland America Line has been exploring Alaska for more than 75 years, longer than any other cruise line. Their new guarantee, offered on departures from now to September 2025, ensures that guests will see at least one glacier - or will receive a future cruise credit equal to 15 percent of their cruise fare.

Every Alaska departure includes a scenic visit to the state’s iconic glaciers, during which the ship sails up to the face of the ice formations and then rotates for a 360-degree view. Holland America Line has more permits to visit Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve than any other line. Other glacier visits include College Fjord, Dawes Glacier, Hubbard Glacier and the Tracy Arm Fjord’s Twin Sawyer Glaciers.

Holland America Line has also introduced ‘Glacier Day’ on its Alaska cruises as part of its ‘We Love Alaska’ onboard experience. ‘Glacier Day’ includes sighting times, scenic commentary, presentations, informational viewing stations, photo opportunities, Dutch pea soup on deck, glacial ice cocktails and insightful talks by Glacier Bay National Park service rangers.

Kacy Cole, chief marketing officer at Holland America Line, said: “Our guests, and especially first-time guests, are understandably as obsessed with Alaska’s glaciers as we are. Our new Glacier Guarantee underlines our confidence in providing unforgettable sightings on our Alaska cruises and Cruisetours.

“We know our guests are going to return home from their cruise with special memories of these icy wonders. In fact, we guarantee it.”

In 2024 and 2025, guests can embark on Holland America Line’s Alaska cruises and cruisetours aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam. In addition to seven-day itineraries, guests can take longer 14-day voyages and a 28-Day Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice cruise.

The new Glacier Guarantee programme is part of Holland America Line’s initiative to offer the most extensive Alaska experience in the industry. ‘We Love Alaska’ is made up of authentic experiences that focus on culture, cuisine and adventures ashore as well as Holland America Line's enrichment and entertainment programming 'Alaska Up Close'.  

The Glacier guarantee is valid on all Alaska cruises and cruisetours - except select Yukon cruisetours - that feature a three-day cruise experience.