Cruise line guide
Call from Holland America Line
On a Holland America Line ship, the way around roaming charges is airplane mode, the ship's Wi-Fi and an internet calling service.
What Holland America Line says
Wi-Fi: Surf, Premium and Stream Wi-Fi plans
Its own page says the cost of using your phone's cellular connection at sea comes from your mobile carrier, not from the cruise line.
It lists $7.95 USD per minute for someone calling the ship from land, charged to the caller.
Its plan list ties video or audio calling to Premium and Stream.
It lists limits on Surf, such as restricted websites or no audio and video, so check a plan before you buy it.
Sources
- Checked October 7, 2026, source: hollandamerica.com
/en /us /faq /cruise-planning /general-information /communication-at-sea - Checked October 7, 2026, source: hollandamerica.com
/en /us /onboard-packages /cruise-ship-wifi
Step-by-step instructions
- 01Switch your smartphone to airplane mode when you board.
- 02Turn Wi-Fi on, connect to the ship's network and sign in to your Wi-Fi plan.
- 03Open QuikRing in your web browser, enter the destination phone number, and tap Call.
First minute free to select destinations, with a verified email.
Our rates per minute
Current per-minute prices from our rate table, in USD. They update automatically whenever a price changes.
| Destination | Mobile | Landline |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $0.13/min | $0.05/min |
| Canada | $0.03/min | $0.03/min |
| Germany | $0.09/min | $0.05/min |
| India | $0.08/min | $0.07/min |
| Mexico | $0.06/min | $0.02/min |
| Philippines | $0.36/min | $0.30/min |
| United Kingdom | $0.07/min | $0.02/min |
| United States | $0.02/min | $0.02/min |
Prices checked October 23, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Can I call a regular phone number from a Holland America Line ship?
Yes, over the ship's Wi-Fi with an internet calling service. QuikRing dials any mobile or landline from a browser. The line's Wi-Fi plan has to let the call through.
How do I avoid roaming charges on Holland America Line?
Turn on airplane mode before the ship leaves port, then turn Wi-Fi on and use the ship's Wi-Fi. If you leave airplane mode off, your phone can join the ship's cellular network, and your carrier bills the use as roaming.
Can I call emergency numbers with QuikRing on Holland America Line?
No. QuikRing cannot call emergency numbers. On board, use the ship's emergency procedure and the contact numbers Holland America Line gives you.