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10 Incredible Cruise Deals You Must Snag Before Feb 1

Set sail for a trip at sea with these deals on cruises.

By Jenny Cohen

Edited by Chris Kissell

Updated Dec. 17, 2024

Many parts of the U.S. are cold and dreary right now, but you can quickly find yourself somewhere warmer if you grab a great deal on a cruise.

Cruise lines often mark down trips, offering you the chance to book a vacation without sacrificing your financial fitness.

Here are a few deals on cruises that you can check out right now.

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Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages is offering a big deal for “second sailors” who want to go on a cruise vacation this year.

When you book a cruise by Jan. 31, you can get 70% off your second sailor. The deal also includes premium drink credits of up to $600 depending on how many nights you book.

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Holland America Line

Booking a cruise through Holland America Line now can help you save 40% on your costs and earn you a free balcony upgrade. You could also qualify for up to $400 in onboard credit.

Book a Holland America Line cruise to Alaska through Costco and you will also get a deal.

You get an additional $100 credit to use onboard if you book your trip through Costco by Jan. 31.

Celebrity Cruises

A great Costco hack is to book travel through the retailer. And right now, Costco is offering a deal on Celebrity European cruises.

You can book your cruise to Europe through Costco and earn an additional $100 credit for onboard spending. Check the Costco Travel website to see which trips and rooms qualify for the credit.

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Norwegian Cruise Lines

Earn up to $200 in an onboard ship credit if you book a Norwegian Cruise Lines trip through Costco by Jan. 31.

Costco Travel’s website has details about which rooms qualify for the credit.

Viking

Viking has smaller ships that allow for trips along famous rivers such as the Danube or Rhine rivers in Europe, or the Mississippi River in the U.S.

The cruise line is also offering free international airfare for qualifying trips if you book by Jan. 31. Check the cruise line’s website for details on how you can save cash on airfare when you cruise with Viking.

Royal Caribbean International

Sometimes, it’s fun to make a cruise a family trip. Royal Caribbean International offers “kids sail free” deals on select cruises. You also might be eligible for $600 onboard credits and 60% discounts for second guests.

If you book a Royal Caribbean International cruise through Costco, you also might be eligible for a digital Costco Shop Card and a free lunch or dinner for up to four guests at an onboard Johnny Rockets restaurant.

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Margaritaville at Sea

Did you know you could waste away again in Margaritaville, but on a boat?

Check out Margaritaville at Sea, which is offering a buy one, get three free deal. That means you can book a trip for yourself and bring along three friends or family members for free.

You can choose from one of several trips that leave a Florida port to various destinations.

Carnival

You can get discounts on a Carnival Cruise if you book with Costco. The cruise line will give you onboard credit of up to $125. Plus, you also get a digital Costco Shop Card.

Check the Costco Travel website to get more details.

Windstar

Try something different with a Windstar cruise. Windstar has fewer guests than most cruise lines, making the trip smaller and more intimate for guests.

Decide which deal you want with Windstar’s Pick Your Perk. Choose from options such as a free hotel night before or after the cruise, $1,000 in onboard credit, or additional perks that you may qualify for with your reservation.

The deal is good through Feb. 29.

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Princess

Costco has a great deal for its members who want to enjoy a Princess cruise.

The retailer is giving members a $100 onboard credit per room. You can also earn a digital Costco Shop Card for extra savings when you are back on land.

The Costco Travel website has more information about discounts, as well as which trips and rooms are covered by the deal.

Bottom line

If you are bored with taking trips by car and plane, cruises offer new ways to travel more and get out of your rut.

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