Holland America is offering spring cruises to Alaska at discounted rates. Fares start at $549 for seven-night cruises ($78 per night) and $999 for 14-night cruises ($71 per night). Plus, third and fourth guests in a cabin sail for free or $199 on select departures.

The deal

When I checked, sample per-person prices for 2008 Alaska cruises included:

$549 for an inside cabin on a seven-night “Glacier Discovery” cruise aboard the ms Volendam departing from Vancouver for Seward on May 18. Third and fourth guests sail free.$599 for an inside cabin on a seven-night “Alaskan Explorer” cruise aboard the ms Westerdam departing from Seattle on May 11. Third and fourth guests sail free.$999 for an inside cabin on a 14-night “Glacier Discovery” cruise aboard the ms Volendam departing from Vancouver on May 18. Third and fourth guests sail for $199.

All prices, dates, and booking details listed here were valid at the time of publication. Some information may have changed since that time.

It’s always a good idea to compare rates before booking, and you can use our price-comparison tool to search multiple travel providers.

To book

For more information or to book a cruise, visit Holland America’s website, call 800-391-6258, or contact a travel agent. You must request promotion code RH, RA, or LI for double-occupancy fares and Z3 for discounted third and fourth rates.

Fares are per person based on double occupancy and do not include additional taxes or fees. Prices are subject to change at any time. Offers are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time.

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