Will boarding times be assigned to guests?
Yes. All guests are assigned a check-in time to report to the terminal, which is typically provided approximately 14 days prior to sailing.
How to access your check-in time and boarding pass
Download the Holland America Line Navigator mobile app to access your digital boarding pass and additional embarkation details.
The assigned check-in time will be visible in the app once it becomes available.
Arrival timing at the terminal
To help ensure a smooth embarkation process, you are asked to arrive no earlier than 20 minutes before your assigned check-in time.
Boarding schedules can vary by port, and in some locations, boarding may begin earlier than expected.
General boarding window information
Guests are generally allowed to check in between noon and one and a half hours prior to the published departure time listed on their itinerary.
Boarding officially begins at 12:00 p.m. for all cruises, although this may vary by port and could begin sooner in some locations.
Ship arrival and departure times for each port are listed in your itinerary and should be used as the primary reference for planning.