Did you know that you can be rewarded for your loyalty if you sail with the same cruise line time and time again?
Many of our cruise line partners offer reward programmes based on the number of nights sailed, like Holland America Line, who have the Mariner Society.
In this guide, we’ll explain how the Mariner Society works, provide details on the five different tiers and answer some frequently asked questions.
Introducing Mariner Society
Every night you spend onboard with Holland America Line, you’re earning points. These points increase over time and allow you to be rewarded in a variety of ways.
First, let’s take a look at how the Mariner Society works:
How the Mariner Society Works
When you cruise with Holland America Line, you’re automatically enrolled in the Mariner Society. As a member, you’ll earn cruise day credits for every night you cruise. As the number of nights you spend onboard increases over subsequent holidays, so too does your tier status. Each time you complete a cruise that takes you to the next tier, you’ll enjoy a new level of benefits on your next cruise.
The Mariner Society Tiers
Mariner Society has five tiers. Whether it’s a collectable gift or a discount on speciality dining, each of the five tiers has its own fantastic benefits for you to take advantage of. The more you sail with Holland America Line, the more benefits you receive.
The five tiers at a glance:
- 1-Star Mariner: 1 - 29 cruise day credits
- 2-Star Mariner: 30 - 74 cruise day credits
- 3-Star Mariner: 75 - 199 cruise day credits
- 4-Star Mariner: 200 - 499 cruise day credits
- 5-Star Mariner: 500+ cruise day credits
1-Star Mariner
You have completed one cruise with Holland America Line.
1-Star Mariner benefits:
- Up to $400 per stateroom onboard spending money for cruises booked within 90 days of a new season launch
- A collectable gift
- A “Mariner Cocktail” voucher to be used anytime during your cruise
- 50% discount on cruise fares for kids as 3rd/4th guests (available upon request on voyages 14 days and shorter)
2-Star Mariner
You have earned up to 30 cruise day credits, which equate to 30 days at sea with Holland America Line.
2-Star Mariner benefits:
- Up to $400 per stateroom onboard spending money for cruises booked within 90 days of a new season launch
- A collectable gift
- A “Mariner Cocktail” voucher to be used anytime during your cruise
- A complimentary ship photo
- 50% discount on cruise fares for kids as 3rd/4th guests (available upon request on voyages 14 days and shorter)
- 10% discount on select Holland America Line logo clothing sold in onboard shops
3-Star Mariner
You have earned up to 75 cruise day credits, which equate to 75 days at sea with Holland America Line.
3-Star Mariner benefits:
- Up to $400 per stateroom onboard spending money for cruises booked within 90 days of a new season launch
- A collectable gift
- A “Mariner Cocktail” voucher to be used anytime during your cruise
- A complimentary ship photo
- Discount on select spa treatments
- An invite to the Mariner Society Welcome Onboard Reception
- 50% discount on cruise fares for kids as 3rd/4th guests (available upon request on voyages 14 days and shorter)
- 10% discount on select Holland America Line logo clothing sold in onboard shops
- 25% discount on Sommelier Suite packages (excluding wine cards, Cellar Master packages, individual bottles, wine-by-the-glass, and beverage gift cards)
- 25% discount on speciality restaurants' surcharges at Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind and Canaletto
- 25% discount on speciality coffees in all venues, including Explorations Café, Crow’s Nest and Grand Dutch Café on Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam
- 25% discount on mini-bar purchases
4-Star Mariner
You have earned up to 200 cruise day credits, which equate to 200 days at sea with Holland America Line.
4-Star Mariner benefits:
- Up to $400 per stateroom onboard spending money for cruises booked within 90 days of a new season launch
- A collectable gift
- A “Mariner Cocktail” voucher to be used anytime during your cruise
- A complimentary ship photo
- Discount on select spa treatments
- An invite to the Mariner Society Welcome Onboard Reception
- 50% discount on Sommelier Suite packages (excluding wine cards, Cellar Master packages, individual bottles, wine-by-the-glass, and beverage gift cards)
- 50% discount on speciality restaurants' surcharges at Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind and Canaletto
- 50% discount on speciality coffees in all venues, including Explorations Café, Crow’s Nest and Grand Dutch Café on Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam
- 50% discount on mini-bar purchases
- Complimentary Regional Wine Tasting
- Complimentary laundry and pressing service
- Priority check-in, tendering and disembarkation
- Free cruise fares for 3rd/4th guests (available upon request on voyages 14 days and shorter)
- 15% discount on select Holland America Line logo clothing sold in onboard shops (may exclude already discounted merchandise)
- 25% discount on $55.00 per person surcharge in Sel De Mer fleetwide
5-Star Mariner
You have earned up to 500 cruise day credits, which equate to 500 days at sea with Holland America Line.
5-Star Mariner benefits:
- Up to $400 per stateroom onboard spending money for cruises booked within 90 days of a new season launch
- A collectable gift
- A “Mariner Cocktail” voucher to be used anytime during your cruise
- A complimentary ship photo
- Discount on select spa treatments
- An invite to the Mariner Society Welcome Onboard Reception
- 50% discount on Sommelier Suite packages (excluding wine cards, Cellar Master packages, individual bottles, wine-by-the-glass, and beverage gift cards)
- 50% discount on speciality restaurants' surcharges at Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind and Canaletto
- 50% discount on speciality coffees in all venues, including Explorations Café, Crow’s Nest and Grand Dutch Café on Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam
- 50% discount on mini-bar purchases
- Complimentary Regional Wine Tasting
- Complimentary laundry and pressing service
- Priority check-in, tendering and disembarkation
- Free cruise fares for 3rd/4th guests (available upon request on voyages 14 days and shorter)
- 15% discount on select Holland America Line logo clothing sold in onboard shops (may exclude already discounted merchandise)
- 25% discount on $55.00 per person surcharge in Sel De Mer fleetwide
- Two complimentary dinners in your choice of Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind or Canaletto (free surcharge only)
- Complimentary day pass to the Greenhouse Spa & Salon Thermal Suite (one person)
- Up to $40 credit toward any internet package
Please refer to the Holland America Line website for terms and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mariner Society
How do I join the Mariner Society?
All Mariners (past guests of Holland America Line) are enrolled automatically and will receive benefits from their second cruise.
Guests who have sailed aboard a Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Cunard, Seabourn or Costa Cruises ship are also automatically enrolled in the program after they make their first booking with Holland America Line.
How is the number of cruise day credits calculated?
One cruise day credit is given for each night sailed. So, for example, a 7-day cruise results in seven cruise day credits.
Will I receive credit for cruises taken in the past?
Yes! You’ll receive cruise day credits for all previous Holland America Line cruises you’ve taken.
How quickly will my status be updated after I return from a cruise?
Your status/cruise day credits will be updated between seven and ten days after your cruise.
If I qualify for onboard discounts, do I need to request them when making a purchase?
No, your discount will be automatically applied to your onboard account and will be reflected on your receipt at the time of purchase.
