Is Holland America more expensive than Princess?

Pricing is dependent on several factors, including ship booked, destination and length of cruise; when compared to weeklong Princess cruise fares, Holland America prices tend to be pretty comparable, though entry-level and suite pricing can be less expensive than on Princess Cruises.



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Dining. If you want to enjoy authentic Italian-inspired cuisine or excellent steakhouse dining, both Princess and Royal Caribbean have you covered. There's other overlap as well, but the differences between the dining options on each cruise line are primarily a matter of options, including the free ones.

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Holland America stands beside Celebrity at the top of the major cruise line ratings. Holland America has been known to cater to an older crowd, but that is an image they are working on changing and they do have programs for all ages.

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Princess appeals to an older demographic than lines such as Carnival and Norwegian. The average age of passengers is around 57, and you'll usually see a lot of couples on board in their 50s, 60s and 70s. As noted above, these aren't people necessarily craving go-kart tracks and ropes courses at sea.

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One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises first set sail in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico. Today, the line has grown to become the third largest cruise line in the world, renowned for innovative ships, an array of onboard options, and an environment of exceptional customer service.

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Yes, there are many fellow Mariners of retirement age, but Holland America Line isn't just for old people. While we might be some of the younger cruisers on HAL ships, we are not alone. The cruise line does offer youth programs; although, it is more family-friendly than it is family-focused.

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What is the average age of passengers on Holland America cruises? Today, following intense efforts to attract younger passengers, about 25% of the line's guests are under age 55 (with the average age being 57), with a few young families peppering the mix, especially in summers and during holiday weeks.

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Holland America Holland isn't technically an adult-only cruise line, but anyone who has cruised on their stately ocean ships will tell you that kids are few and far between, and they aren't the target demographic for this cruise line that happily skews older.

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Carnival Cruise Line and MSC Cruises stand out as the most affordable options, while Royal Caribbean International, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Princess Cruises offer excellent value for money with their extensive inclusions and flexible dining and entertainment options.

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What is the Safest Cruise Line? The CDC gave ships with Disney Cruise Lines a score of 96 or above on their 2016 inspections. According to their voluntary disclosures in Q2 of 2016, there was 1 claim of theft exceeding $10,000 and 2 claims of sexual assault.

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You should make sure you have a wide array of clothing packed away in your suitcase, as cruises may require everything from a casual swimsuit to a formal tuxedo. Princess Cruises is smart casual, so pack clothing that adheres to that guideline.

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