If you are planning a Holland America Line cruise and considering a beverage package, one of the most important questions is how many drinks you can actually order each day.
The answer depends on which Holland America Line beverage package you choose. The current packages include Quench, Signature, and Elite, and each has its own rules about alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
For the main alcoholic beverage packages, the daily limit is generally 15 beverages per day. However, the way that 15-drink limit works is different between the Signature and Elite packages. Quench is designed for non-alcoholic drinks and also has a daily limit of 15.
Understanding these rules before purchasing a package can help you choose the option that fits your cruise habits and avoid surprises once you are onboard.
Holland America Line currently states that its beverage packages have daily drink limits.
Here is the basic breakdown:
This distinction is important because a non-alcoholic coffee, soda, or mocktail can count toward the 15-drink daily limit with the Signature package.
With Elite, qualifying zero-proof beverages are unlimited, while alcoholic beverages remain subject to the 15-per-day limit.
The 15-drink limit does not mean you receive 15 drinks in advance or that you can share 15 drinks with another passenger.
Instead, the limit applies to beverages ordered through the applicable beverage package during the day.
For example, if you have the Signature Beverage Package, your qualifying drinks could include a combination of:
The total number of qualifying beverages you order is counted toward your daily allowance.
So, if you order 10 alcoholic drinks and five qualifying non-alcoholic drinks with the Signature package, you have reached the 15-drink daily limit.
Holland America specifically states that zero-proof beverages count toward the Signature package's daily limit.
The Signature Beverage Package is one of the most relevant options for guests who want alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during their cruise.
Holland America currently describes the Signature package as covering beverages priced at US$12 or less, subject to the package terms.
The package can cover options such as:
The important rule is that the package is limited to 15 beverages per day.
The 15 beverages are not limited to alcohol. If you use the Signature package for specialty coffee, soda, or another qualifying zero-proof beverage, that drink can count toward your daily total.
Suppose a passenger orders:
That is 15 beverages in total.
Once the passenger reaches the daily limit, additional qualifying drinks are not covered by the package.
This is why guests should understand that "15 drinks" means 15 qualifying beverages rather than 15 alcoholic drinks when using the Signature package.
The Elite Beverage Package has a different structure.
Holland America states that Elite includes beverages priced at US$16 or less and provides a daily limit of 15 alcoholic beverages.
One major difference is that qualifying zero-proof beverages are unlimited with Elite.
That means guests who enjoy a mixture of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks may find the package rules different from Signature.
For example, qualifying specialty coffees, sodas, and other zero-proof beverages do not use up the 15-alcoholic-drink allowance under the Elite package.
However, alcoholic beverages remain limited to 15 per day.
Quench is Holland America Line's non-alcoholic beverage package.
It is designed for guests who do not need an alcoholic beverage package but still want a wider selection of non-alcoholic drinks.
The current Quench package allows up to 15 non-alcoholic beverages per day.
Depending on the applicable package terms, examples can include:
The exact selection and availability can vary, so passengers should check the current beverage information for their sailing.
This depends on the package.
With the Signature Beverage Package, qualifying non-alcoholic drinks count toward the 15-beverage daily limit.
With the Elite Beverage Package, qualifying zero-proof beverages are unlimited, while the 15-drink limit applies to alcoholic beverages.
Therefore, a passenger who drinks several specialty coffees during the day should pay attention to which package they have.
This is one of the biggest differences between the Signature and Elite beverage packages.
No.
Holland America Line's beverage-package terms state that participants may order only one drink at a time.
The package is also non-transferable, and sharing is not permitted.
For example, you cannot use your beverage package to order a cocktail for yourself and another cocktail for a friend in the same transaction.
Each passenger using a beverage package must follow the applicable package rules.
No. Beverage packages are intended for the passenger who purchased them.
Holland America states that beverage packages are non-transferable and that sharing is not permitted.
This means one passenger should not use their package to provide covered drinks to another passenger.
The cruise line also reserves the right to take action if a package is misused.
Once you reach the applicable daily beverage limit, additional drinks are not covered by the package under that limit.
For Signature, the 15-beverage limit applies to qualifying alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
For Elite, the limit applies to alcoholic beverages, while qualifying zero-proof beverages remain unlimited.
Because beverage-package rules and included items can change, passengers should check the current terms applicable to their sailing before assuming that an additional beverage will be covered.
No.
A beverage package does not automatically cover every drink sold on the ship.
There are price limits and exclusions.
For example, the Signature package covers qualifying beverages up to its stated price limit, while Elite has a higher per-beverage value limit.
Holland America also lists exclusions such as certain purchases from the minibar, in-room dining, and beverages purchased in specific locations or venues.
This means passengers should not assume that any drink on the ship can simply be charged to the beverage package.
Holland America states that a 20 percent service charge is automatically applied to beverage purchases and other specified onboard purchases.
The current beverage-package terms also explain the treatment of service charges for covered beverages.
Package pricing and terms can change, so it is important to check the current terms when booking or purchasing the package.
The beverage limit applies to the individual passenger using the beverage package.
It is not a shared allowance for everyone in the stateroom.
Holland America also states that all adults of legal drinking age for the applicable itinerary who are booked in the same stateroom must purchase the package when the package is selected, subject to the applicable terms.
This is important for couples or groups considering whether a beverage package makes financial sense.
Yes.
Holland America Line's Have It All package includes the Signature Beverage Package along with other cruise benefits.
The current Have It All information states that the Signature Beverage Package provides qualifying drinks up to US$12 in value and allows up to 15 beverages per day.
Have It All can also include benefits such as shore excursion credit, specialty dining, and Wi-Fi, depending on the sailing and applicable terms.
Therefore, if you booked Have It All, you should understand the Signature Beverage Package rules rather than assuming that the drink allowance is unlimited.
For many passengers, the 15-drink daily allowance can be more than enough, but it depends entirely on personal drinking habits.
Someone who mainly drinks coffee, soda, water, and one or two alcoholic beverages may never approach the limit.
Another passenger who drinks cocktails throughout the day may reach the limit.
It is better to calculate your normal daily beverage consumption before buying a package instead of purchasing it simply because the package sounds convenient.
Think about how many qualifying beverages you would realistically have during:
If your normal consumption is significantly below the package allowance, the package may not provide the value you expect.
If you regularly purchase several qualifying beverages throughout the day, the package may be more relevant to your cruise budget.
Before purchasing or using a Holland America beverage package, keep these rules in mind:
The Quench, Signature, and Elite beverage packages have daily limits. Quench allows up to 15 non-alcoholic beverages, Signature allows up to 15 alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, and Elite allows up to 15 alcoholic beverages with unlimited qualifying zero-proof beverages.
No. The main beverage packages are subject to daily limits. Elite has unlimited qualifying zero-proof beverages, but alcoholic beverages are limited to 15 per day.
With the Signature Beverage Package, yes. Qualifying zero-proof beverages count toward the daily 15-beverage limit. With Elite, qualifying zero-proof beverages are unlimited.
No. Holland America states that beverage packages are non-transferable and sharing is not permitted.
Holland America states that package participants may order only one drink at a time.
Yes. Have It All includes the Signature Beverage Package, which currently provides qualifying beverages up to US$12 in value and up to 15 beverages per day. Other benefits are included depending on the applicable Have It All terms.
So, how many drinks can you get a day with a Holland America Line cruise drink package?
For the current main beverage packages, the answer is generally 15 beverages per day, but the type of drink counted depends on the package.
The Quench Package allows up to 15 non-alcoholic beverages daily. The Signature Package allows up to 15 qualifying alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, meaning zero-proof drinks count toward the limit. The Elite Package allows up to 15 alcoholic beverages while qualifying zero-proof beverages are unlimited.
The most important step is to look beyond the number 15 and understand what your specific package covers, its price limit, exclusions, and ordering rules. Since Holland America can update package prices and terms, checking the current terms for your sailing before purchase is the safest way to avoid confusion.
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