FREE CRUISE

[dawcruiser]

I just booked the Neiuw Statendam 7 day cruise to the eastern Caribbean on December 10, 2023.  Here is the good news I only paid port charges of $185.00 per person.   I also had to pay a $100.00 booking fee per person but I also receive a $100,00 shipboard credit per person.  I only catch was the cruise had to be paid in full at the time of booking.  I think this for mariners members only.  I got a email giving me all the information.

[Tampa Girl]

It is probably a casino cruise.  I just took one in March, to the Caribbean, same details.  I did not think that it was just for Mariners, although we are 5*.  Were you told that by HAL?  When I asked about our March '23 cruise, the rep told me that HAL really doesn't know how Casino picks the chosen.  I have since received one more and another "free inside" from HAL directly, which is slightly different and carries a different code.  Enjoy!  It is a good deal.

[Florida_gal_50]

It's not a Mariners deal. Plenty of us high Mariners never see anything of the sort 

[RedneckBob]

12 minutes ago, Florida_gal_50 said:

It's not a Mariners deal. Plenty of us high Mariners never see anything of the sort 

I have and never gamble on ships.

[sunviking90]

My sister just got this offer too. I didn’t. Our last HAL cruise was together. I think she’s 2* and I’m 3* so not sure the logic. Seems random. Neither of us use the casinos and the offer doesn’t mention casinos at all unlike the pdf that was included in the other thread about casino cruises. 
It was for coastal repos, Mexico and Caribbean along with partial Panama Canal.
 

Edited June 10, 2023 by sunviking90

[breakiron]

Booked a South America/Antarctica 22 night cruise a couple of months back after I received one of these offers.  All I paid was $510 port taxes and fees and the same $100 booking fee.  Also received $200 OBC.  I do not gamble and I am only a 3 star mariner.  Couldn't believe my luck, this is a multi-thousand dollar cruise!  Good thing I'm retired, lol....

[Lauren and John]

I got it too.  3 star, minimal casino use. The fine print allowed me to pick up to two cruises. The category booked is N, the lowest category interior. Does anyone know if there are ever opportunities to upgrade as the trip gets closer? We are looking at Mexico in December and Panama Canal in February.  Oh, and fyi, the Panama Canal tax/fees are high, over twice the amount of Mexico. 

[Lizard13]

My husband and I also got this offer. I have only been on 1 HAL cruise and spent/lost $50 in the casino.  We did spend money in the spa, wine packages and tastings so thought that was why we received it.  We booked a Christmas cruise to Caribbean for $580 with $200 returned for obc.  Jackpot!

 

we were told to go to the casino when we get on board and show them our card so I wonder if that means we get free drinks while playing?  
 

if it’s anything like Las Vegas I would loose $50 while waiting for a free drink I could have bought for $10.  
 

anyway life is good!

[sunviking90]

1 hour ago, breakiron said:

Booked a South America/Antarctica 22 night cruise a couple of months back after I received one of these offers.  All I paid was $510 port taxes and fees and the same $100 booking fee.  Also received $200 OBC.  I do not gamble and I am only a 3 star mariner.  Couldn't believe my luck, this is a multi-thousand dollar cruise!  Good thing I'm retired, lol....

Good for you! Even though I didn’t get the offer, it’s always nice to hear of someone else’s good fortune.

[St Pete Cruiser]

I've never seen an offer like this.  If it is not for casino rated cruisers, then I am surprised and disappointed not to get one as well.  This week, I did get a private sale offer by mail.  One sailing caught my eye:  Zaandam 14 day Caribbean next February.  Fare shown is $599 for lanai/verandah.  A great deal to me, but Zaandam doesn't have lanai or regular verandah rooms!  I called and was told unavailable.

[Tampa Girl]

24 minutes ago, St Pete Cruiser said:

I've never seen an offer like this.  If it is not for casino rated cruisers, then I am surprised and disappointed not to get one as well.  This week, I did get a private sale offer by mail.  One sailing caught my eye:  Zaandam 14 day Caribbean next February.  Fare shown is $599 for lanai/veranrdah.  A great deal to me, but Zaandam doesn't have lanai or regular verandah rooms!  I called and was told unavailable.

 

I don't know about the lanais, but  the former S class and what's left of the R class (Zaandam and Volendam have the original  verandah, which they call verandah suites.  Since these cabins predate the verandah and verandah  suites now found on the newer ships, I would consider Zaandam's verandahs to be the "regular" ones.  Don't the Vista class ships only have one verandah class, as well?  Were you asking for "regular verandah rooms" or just "verandah?" Perhaps there may have been confusion on the part of your PCC or TA?" 

[breakiron]

I got and offer last year for some cruise but instead of being free it was $200 for an inside or outside cabin.  Took them up on the offer and booked the Rotterdam Halloween cruise.  Since I had credits given to me from HAL because of cancellations because of covid I actually got the cruise for free, they didn't even charge me any taxes of fees, free!  About 10 days or so before the cruise receive an email for an upgrade for a balcony, $198 obstructed view or $398 unobstructed.  Called right away and moved up to balcony obstructed view better location then unobstructed.  Once on the cruise Hurricane Nicole comes around, couldn't dock in Fort Lauderdale the day of return so a 10 night cruise turned into an 11 night cruise.  Thankful I live in Florida and can drive to the cruise port.  Turned out to be a really nice cruise and the Rotterdam is a beautiful ship!

[LSEA]

That's awesome!  Enjoy!

[0bnxshs]

Using same offer for Alaska this season in July.  Never have dropped even a dime in the casino.  Mine seemed to come from my assigned PCC whom we use only occasionally and did use for booking this offer; she was the one who said it was a casino offer that HAL will give give out to PCCs if they go unused for awhile.  No matter, it's not a bad offer at all. 

[Florida_gal_50]

1 hour ago, St Pete Cruiser said:

I've never seen an offer like this.  If it is not for casino rated cruisers, then I am surprised and disappointed not to get one as well.  This week, I did get a private sale offer by mail.  One sailing caught my eye:  Zaandam 14 day Caribbean next February.  Fare shown is $599 for lanai/verandah.  A great deal to me, but Zaandam doesn't have lanai or regular verandah rooms!  I called and was told unavailable.

That’s why it was so cheap 😛😂😉.

[Florida_gal_50]

2 hours ago, Lauren and John said:

I got it too.  3 star, minimal casino use. The fine print allowed me to pick up to two cruises. The category booked is N, the lowest category interior. Does anyone know if there are ever opportunities to upgrade as the trip gets closer? We are looking at Mexico in December and Panama Canal in February.  Oh, and fyi, the Panama Canal tax/fees are high, over twice the amount of Mexico. 

It costs a lot to of money to go through the Panama Canal.  That is why the port charges are so high.

[dawcruiser]

5 hours ago, Tampa Girl said:

It is probably a casino cruise.  I just took one in March, to the Caribbean, same details.  I did not think that it was just for Mariners, although we are 5*.  Were you told that by HAL?  When I asked about our March '23 cruise, the rep told me that HAL really doesn't know how Casino picks the chosen.  I have since received one more and another "free inside" from HAL directly, which is slightly different and carries a different code.  Enjoy!  It is a good deal.

 

 

Here is the email I got. 

 

Campaign ID: HEP2327HOB

 

FREE INTERIOR STATEROOM* on select sailings! Stateroom upgrades may be available! To book, call 1-866-920-2332 or your travel advisor today! VIEW SAILINGS *Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses are additional

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE EXPERIENCE

PLAN A CRUISE SPECIALS

DESTINATIONS ON BOARD OUR SHIPS

Follow Us

Book your cruise worry free with Holland America Line’s Cancellation Protection Plans. For important information on passport requirements in the Western Hemisphere, click here. Terms & Conditions: *Fares and offers are based on Promo UYW. Mariner ID number must be presented at time of booking to receive these fares, which are available to the recipient(s) of this mailing only. Featured fares are per person based on double occupancy. Fares are in U.S. dollars. All savings amounts are included in the fares shown. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are additional and range from $110.00 to $655.00. Subject to availability. Ocean-view and Verandah staterooms may be partially or fully obstructed, depending on availability. Additional savings applies to cruise fare only, is based on trade and stateroom category on a space-available basis at time of booking. Grand voyages and segments are excluded. Offer has limited space regardless of cabin availability. Discounts and offer may change without notice. Savings discounts are combinable with the lowest fare for which the qualified guest is eligible at time of booking and applies to first two guests in a stateroom only. Named guest must be first passenger booked in the stateroom to qualify for the offer. Third and Fourth guest fares are not eligible. Offer is available to select Guests who are 21 years of age or older and receive this offer. Offer is available to select Guests who are 21 years of age or older and receive this offer. Offers are not transferable, apply to new bookings only and are not combinable with select offers including, but not limited to, complimentary beverage packages, Interline, Casino offers, Travel Agent or Friends and Family rates, Shareholder benefits and Early Pay Offers. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands. Offers must be booked by 6/12/23. Offer is valid on sailings listed here. Not valid on previously booked cruises; new bookings only. Offer is subject to availability. Offer may be redeemed only by the guest names in the offer. The guest’s name and Mariner ID must match the information contained in the offer communications. Complimentary stateroom offer applies to cruise fare only. Guests are responsible for all other cruise-related and travel expenses including but not limited to Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses, onboard purchases, shore excursions, travel to/from the port and hotel accommodations. If the category offered is sold out or not available on selected sailing, then the offer can be applied to the next available lower category. This promotion is 100% non-refundable from the point of payment and you are not entitled to any refund, payment, compensation or credit. We strongly recommend that you obtain travel protection for unforeseen events such as trip cancellation, loss or damage to baggage and personal effects, illness, medical expenses, accidental injury or death, or emergency evacuation. Holland America Line offers two Cancellation Protection Plan options which include cancel for any reason and contain no exclusions for pre-existing conditions or age. You may cancel your vacation plans for any reason and receive a money back refund with a Holland America Line Cancellation Protection Plan. Our Standard Plan provides a refund of 80% of cancellation fees paid to Holland America Line. Our Platinum Plan (currently available only to residents of the United States and Canada, except residents of Puerto Rico and Quebec) provides a 90% refund of cancellation fees, as well as worldwide emergency assistance and other protections. Guests are required to provide valid credit card information at time of booking. A charge will be made of $100 per guest (applies to first two guests in a stateroom only). This will be refunded as an Onboard Credit once onboard, as shown on booking confirmation. This charge, all taxes, fees & port expenses, upgrade costs and add-on items are due at time of booking. Prevailing cruise fare for 3rd/4th guests will apply. The cruise related and other travel expenses noted above shall apply to your complimentary guest. Limit: Invited Member may redeem this offer on two (2) separate cruises for total of 2 free staterooms (1 per cruise). This email may install a cookie or similar technology. For information about our use of cookies, please consult our privacy policy. Campaign ID: HEP2327HOB

[AllTheSun]

5 minutes ago, dawcruiser said:

 

 

Here is the email I got. 

 

Campaign ID: HEP2327HOB

 

FREE INTERIOR STATEROOM* on select sailings! Stateroom upgrades may be available! To book, call 1-866-920-2332 or your travel advisor today! VIEW SAILINGS *Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses are additional

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE EXPERIENCE

PLAN A CRUISE SPECIALS

DESTINATIONS ON BOARD OUR SHIPS

Follow Us

Book your cruise worry free with Holland America Line’s Cancellation Protection Plans. For important information on passport requirements in the Western Hemisphere, click here. Terms & Conditions: *Fares and offers are based on Promo UYW. Mariner ID number must be presented at time of booking to receive these fares, which are available to the recipient(s) of this mailing only. Featured fares are per person based on double occupancy. Fares are in U.S. dollars. All savings amounts are included in the fares shown. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are additional and range from $110.00 to $655.00. Subject to availability. Ocean-view and Verandah staterooms may be partially or fully obstructed, depending on availability. Additional savings applies to cruise fare only, is based on trade and stateroom category on a space-available basis at time of booking. Grand voyages and segments are excluded. Offer has limited space regardless of cabin availability. Discounts and offer may change without notice. Savings discounts are combinable with the lowest fare for which the qualified guest is eligible at time of booking and applies to first two guests in a stateroom only. Named guest must be first passenger booked in the stateroom to qualify for the offer. Third and Fourth guest fares are not eligible. Offer is available to select Guests who are 21 years of age or older and receive this offer. Offer is available to select Guests who are 21 years of age or older and receive this offer. Offers are not transferable, apply to new bookings only and are not combinable with select offers including, but not limited to, complimentary beverage packages, Interline, Casino offers, Travel Agent or Friends and Family rates, Shareholder benefits and Early Pay Offers. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands. Offers must be booked by 6/12/23. Offer is valid on sailings listed here. Not valid on previously booked cruises; new bookings only. Offer is subject to availability. Offer may be redeemed only by the guest names in the offer. The guest’s name and Mariner ID must match the information contained in the offer communications. Complimentary stateroom offer applies to cruise fare only. Guests are responsible for all other cruise-related and travel expenses including but not limited to Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses, onboard purchases, shore excursions, travel to/from the port and hotel accommodations. If the category offered is sold out or not available on selected sailing, then the offer can be applied to the next available lower category. This promotion is 100% non-refundable from the point of payment and you are not entitled to any refund, payment, compensation or credit. We strongly recommend that you obtain travel protection for unforeseen events such as trip cancellation, loss or damage to baggage and personal effects, illness, medical expenses, accidental injury or death, or emergency evacuation. Holland America Line offers two Cancellation Protection Plan options which include cancel for any reason and contain no exclusions for pre-existing conditions or age. You may cancel your vacation plans for any reason and receive a money back refund with a Holland America Line Cancellation Protection Plan. Our Standard Plan provides a refund of 80% of cancellation fees paid to Holland America Line. Our Platinum Plan (currently available only to residents of the United States and Canada, except residents of Puerto Rico and Quebec) provides a 90% refund of cancellation fees, as well as worldwide emergency assistance and other protections. Guests are required to provide valid credit card information at time of booking. A charge will be made of $100 per guest (applies to first two guests in a stateroom only). This will be refunded as an Onboard Credit once onboard, as shown on booking confirmation. This charge, all taxes, fees & port expenses, upgrade costs and add-on items are due at time of booking. Prevailing cruise fare for 3rd/4th guests will apply. The cruise related and other travel expenses noted above shall apply to your complimentary guest. Limit: Invited Member may redeem this offer on two (2) separate cruises for total of 2 free staterooms (1 per cruise). This email may install a cookie or similar technology. For information about our use of cookies, please consult our privacy policy. Campaign ID: HEP2327HOB

What was the senders email? I want to make sure my email isn’t blocking it lol.

[Aesop081]

Received the same offer.  Just booked a 7 Day Sea of Cortez out of San Diego in January.  We "splurged" lol, and upgraded to an Ocean View for an extra 200 and bought the everything package which actually cost more than the cruise.  So week long cruise for 2, drinks, 200 shore excursion credit (spent already) "refund" 200 dollar OBC, dinner at Canaletto's (wife prefers over steak 😞 ), = net cost of approx 1200 for 2 people.   Sweet.  More of this please.

[Native Floridian 26]

I'm assuming these come by email. What is the subject of the email?

[St Pete Cruiser]

4 hours ago, Tampa Girl said:

 

I don't know about the lanais, but  the former S class and what's left of the R class (Zaandam and Volendam have the original  verandah, which they call verandah suites.  Since these cabins predate the verandah and verandah  suites now found on the newer ships, I would consider Zaandam's verandahs to be the "regular" ones.  Don't the Vista class ships only have one verandah class, as well?  Were you asking for "regular verandah rooms" or just "verandah?" Perhaps there may have been confusion on the part of your PCC or TA?" 

The PCC quoted $1399 for a vista suite.  

[QueenofEverything]

9 hours ago, Native Floridian 26 said:

I'm assuming these come by email. What is the subject of the email?

First name, A Free Stateroom for your Summer Adventures

[friendswithdave]

I just called the number and checked, reminding them I am a two-star mariner. They asked if I received the email saying I received a free stateroom. My response was no. There were no discounted or free rooms available to me.

[Dismomx5]

My sisters have both received free cruises. It started with their first cruise last year to Alaska when DH and I were left behind in Vancouver because one of us tested positive for COVID. They messaged me-thought it was a scam-and I told them to jump on it. They are doing the New England/Canada in the summer. (DH and I are joining, but we are paying 🤑). They (now 1 star) have both received many emails for more free cruises. Meanwhile, we are ⭐⭐⭐⭐ and have never received anything. 🙃

[ebtrip]

I get these emails, but do not travel in an inside cabin, so the cost to upgrade to a balcony and add “Have It All” is almost the same as a discount price I usually get. Just booked through Casino rate on a 7nt Mexican riviera cruise. When I called my personal consultant, he was able to discount that price. Got a great deal