Why a Holiday Cruise Is the Perfect Gift This Season

Best Reasons to Take a Holiday Cruise
When you’re considering a cruise vacation, you may look at your calendar and check it twice for the spring and summer months. However, when it comes to cruising to breathtaking destinations around the world and escaping the everyday, a holiday cruise is just as nice. Here are the best reasons to take a holiday cruise with recommendations on where to cruise to during the holidays:
You don’t have to plan, cook or clean during the holidays.
You’re on vacation, which means you can leave the party planning, cooking and cleaning to us. One of the perks of a holiday cruise is the gift of relaxation and quality time with family and friends. You can savor the sights of festive décor and the flavors of classic holiday dishes without having to cook or clean a thing. No fuss, no stress – just pure holiday joy at your fingertips. Holland America Line’s award-winning, personalized service will delight as you sail to each cruise destination and soak up the holiday cheer.

You can start new holiday traditions.
One of the best parts of a vacation is trying something new, so why not explore new holiday traditions on a holiday cruise? Relish the splendor of the holiday season and create new holiday traditions of your own. Indulge in a Thanksgiving feast as you admire a sensational sunset at sea. Sip on hot chocolate during our tree- or menorah-lighting ceremonies. Enjoy a visit from Santa as you cruise.
Here are a few festive highlights:
- Share what you’re thankful for during a scrumptious Thanksgiving meal, featuring traditional recipes and mouthwatering flavors.
- Celebrate Hannukah with a lighting ceremony and enjoy latkes with apple sauce.
- Relish the lighting of Christmas trees onboard as well as the countdown to Santa’s arrival.
- Enjoy jolly activities at the Kids Club.
- Taste the flavors of a Christmas Eve dinner featuring recipes from around the world and attend Midnight Mass.
- Enjoy breakfast with Santa.
- Ring in the New Year by savoring a special meal and groove to the music at our New Year’s Eve Party.
You can explore another part of the world.
Dip your toes in the warm waters of the Caribbean where you can build a sandman instead of a snowman. Sway to the music at a luau in Hawaii. Savor the season in Singapore while on a cruise to Asia. Kick back with koalas on an Australia & New Zealand cruise. Chill out with the penguins on a South America & Antarctica cruise vacation. Marvel at wonders along the Pacific Coast or Panama Canal. Indulge in the flavors of Mexico. These are some of the best places to cruise to during the holidays where you can unwind, recharge and create new memories with loved ones. With flexible itineraries of seven or more days, you can enjoy festive décor onboard and dreamy destinations ashore when you take a holiday cruise.

Start your holiday shopping early with cruise deals.
Whether you’re looking for a holiday cruise or just want to escape the winter chill for warmer weather, check out our current cruise deals to make a sweet vacation even sweeter. That includes the Save on Sunshine cruise deal, which kicks off July 19, 2024, for select cruises from September 2024 through April 2025. Ending August 20, 2024, this offer features up to 40% off fares, free prepaid crew appreciation and 50% reduced deposits. Plus, it’s combinable with the “Have It All” premium cruise package. Talk about starting your holiday shopping early! Check out all of our cruise deals before you book your next great getaway.
Are you ready to sail the seas with Holland America Line? Contact a Personal Cruise Consultant today to begin planning your ultimate holiday getaway. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!