Black Friday is dropping anchor in the cruise industry, bringing a flood of promotions to help your clients hop aboard their favorite cruise line—or entice them to try a new one.
Windstar Cruises’ Black Friday Perks
Windstar Cruises is bringing back its Pick Your Perk promotion for the holiday season and 2025 wave season. Available for bookings made through March 31, 2025, on sailings up to June 2026, this offer gives travelers a choice between a complimentary hotel night or up to $1,000 in Onboard Credit. Premium suite guests can also opt for an All-Inclusive Fare upgrade.
Travel advisors can leverage reduced deposits of $300 per guest from Nov. 18 to Dec. 2, 2024, adding value for early bookings. The offer applies to most of Windstar’s popular itineraries, including year-round European voyages, French Polynesia, Latin America, the Caribbean and Alaska aboard the new Star Seeker.
For more information, visit advisorhub.windstarcruises.com/perks.
Silversea
Silversea has launched its most extensive Black Friday Sale Away campaign to date, with suite discounts reaching $6,000 for sailings scheduled between 2024 and 2026.
The promotion runs through Dec. 2, 2024, and includes over 550 voyages with comprehensive Door-to-Door and Port-to-Port packages. Venetian Society members receive additional discounts on more than 200 voyages. A special 15 percent deposit rate is available.
Highlighted voyages include Silver Whisper’s 14-day Asian urban exploration from Hong Kong to Tokyo in March 2025; Silver Shadow’s Nordic and British Isles voyage from Belfast to Copenhagen in June-July 2025; Silver Wind’s 21-day Antarctic expedition from Buenos Aires to Puerto Williams in October 2025; and Silver Muse’s 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Athens to Rome in November 2025.
For more information, visit silversea.com.
Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises’ Black Friday Sale runs through Dec. 4, with discounts of up to 30 percent on over 50 sailings, translating to potential savings exceeding $4,000 for select staterooms.
The sale encompasses a diverse range of destinations. Alaska itineraries include an 8-day Vancouver to Whittier journey aboard Riviera, departing May 13, and a 12-day trip on the same route, leaving May 29. For those interested in Nordic exploration, a 19-day New York to Reykjavik voyage on Insignia sets sail on Aug. 6.
Polynesian adventures are also available, with a 15-day Papeete to Honolulu cruise on Regatta. European options include an 11-day London to Reykjavik trip on Marina, departing Jun. 30. For extended journeys, Sirena offers a 25-day Lisbon to Cape Town voyage starting Nov. 7, followed by a 24-day Cape Town to Singapore cruise departing Dec. 2.
Use promo code DCBF.
For more information, visit oceaniacruises.com/special-offers.
Aurora Expeditions
Aurora Expeditions specializes in journeys to Earth’s most isolated regions, including Antarctica’s frozen expanses and navigate through the diverse landscapes of Greenland, Svalbard, and the Northwest Passage. Operating as a Certified B Corporation with carbon-neutral status, Adventure Voyages emphasizes environmental responsibility.
Current deals feature savings of up to 25 percent on selected Antarctic expeditions during the 2024/2025 season. Those interested in Arctic exploration can save up to 20 percent and receive complimentary cabin upgrades on specific 2025 Arctic expeditions. Individual travelers can enjoy discounts of up to 20 percent without single supplements on particular Arctic voyages in 2025.
These promotions remain valid for reservations from Nov. 18 through Dec. 3, 2024. Travel periods vary by chosen expedition.
For more information, visit aurora-expeditions.com.
Cruise Croatia
Luxury small-ship cruise operator Cruise Croatia specializes in providing luxury yacht cruises along the Adriatic coast. They are currently offering a Black Friday promotion of up to $700 off per cabin on select cruise departures that operate between the beautiful cities of Dubrovnik and Split. This special offer is valid for new bookings made between Nov. 29 and Dec. 13 for travel scheduled from May to August 2025.
For more information, visit cruisecroatia.com.
Uniworld
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is set to launch its 12 Days of Christmas Event starting Black Friday. This luxury all-inclusive river cruise line, operating in Europe, Egypt, South America and Asia, will unveil a new offer for 12 days each weekday, beginning Nov. 29.
The promotion includes substantial savings on select 2025 sailings, with offers varying from 50 percent discounts on popular cruises to complimentary trip extensions and suite upgrades. Solo travelers can also benefit from waived supplements on certain voyages.
For more information, visit uniworld.com.
Azamara Cruises
Azamara Cruises, known for destination immersion and sophisticated small-ship experiences, is launching a Black Friday Flash Sale. Travel advisors can offer clients savings of up to $4,000 on select 2025 voyages’ total stateroom prices. The promotion, running from Nov. 19 to Dec. 4, 2024, is combinable with Azamara’s November Brand Offer, providing up to $750 onboard credit per cabin, tiered by sailing length. Featured itineraries include a 25-night Carnival Rio & Amazon Voyage departing Feb. 25, 2025, a 20-night Treasures of Asia Voyage setting sail Mar. 14, 2025, and a 12-night Spring Mediterranean & Grand Prix Voyage leaving May 20, 2025.
For more information, visit azamara.com.
Variety Cruises
Variety Cruises is ready with its Black Friday sale for the 2024 holiday season. Travel advisors can now offer clients up to 50 percent off on select itineraries or waived single supplements for solo travelers. This promotion applies to new bookings made through Dec. 3, 2024.
The sale includes two-for-one deals on specific Seychelles, Cape Verde, West Africa, and Europe departures. Notably, this offer is part of the new Adriatic Jewels itinerary, launching in May 2025. Additional exclusive deals cover voyages in Greece and French Polynesia.
Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024, Variety Cruises’ ships accommodate around 50 guests with a crew of 20, focusing on in-depth, community-driven experiences while minimizing environmental impact.
Mention the code 2024 BLACK FRIDAY when booking.
For more information, visit varietycruises.com.
HX (Hurtigruten)
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) is excited to announce significant Black Friday discounts, offering your clients the chance to save up to an impressive 50 percent on select voyages scheduled for the years 2024 and 2025. This promotion will run through Dec. 9, 2024. The all-inclusive expeditions encompass several breathtaking destinations, including Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Alaska and the remote beauty of Greenland. Of note: New Audubon Voyages are tailored specifically for bird enthusiasts.
These journeys include daily excursions, access to the Science Center, meals and drinks. Among the key offerings are the Highlights of Antarctica, featuring an incredible 48 percent savings, and the Grand Greenland expedition, which boasts a generous 44 percent discount, coinciding with the opening of Nuuk’s first international airport in 2024.
For more information, visit travelhx.com.
Cunard
Cunard is rocking its Black Friday promotions for select sailings between Jan. 2025 and Nov. 2026, with journeys on its entire fleet, including Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Anne. Starting rates of $899 per person include potential onboard credits up to $400 for Princess and Queen Grills suite bookings made from Nov. 21 – Dec. 9, 2024. Deals include iconic routes like Transatlantic Crossings, Alaska, Norwegian Fjords and New England. Highlighted $899 voyages include Alaska (seven nights aboard Queen Elizabeth departing Seattle, Aug. 21-28, 2025), Western Caribbean (nine nights on Queen Elizabeth from Miami, Dec. 9-18, 2025), Queen Anne’s First Transatlantic (Southampton to New York, Dec. 9-18, 2025), Norwegian Fjords (Queen Anne roundtrip from Southampton, July 4-11, 2025), and Film Festival at Sea (Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Journey, March 8-15, 2025). Use promo code RDC; benefits are valid for the first two passengers per reservation.
For more information, visit cunard.com.
Margaritaville at Sea
The Jimmy Buffett-inspired cruise line, Margaritaville at Sea, has announced its biggest yearly promotion from now through Nov. 29. The Black Friday promotion offers two-person cruises at $99, plus free passage for third and fourth passengers. Guests can earn up to $300 in shipboard credits based on trip duration. New destinations include Nassau, Roatan, Belize City, Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios. Discounts are valid for voyages through Apr. 2026 on the Margaritaville at Sea Islander and until Dec. 2025 on the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise. The Paradise operates from Port of Palm Beach, while the flagship Islander departs from Port Tampa Bay. Both vessels deliver a distinctive seaside getaway, combining laid-back elegance with shows, multiple restaurants and signature drinking venues.
For more information, visit margaritavilleatsea.com.
Swan Hellenic
Swan Hellenic, the cultural expedition cruise company, is launching a Black Friday promotion through Dec. 4. The sale offers savings up to $8,000 per suite on Balcony Staterooms for 12 selected cruises. These voyages, ranging from 9 to 20 nights, cover destinations including the Arctic, Antarctica, Latin America, Africa and the Seychelles, with departures between Dec. 22, 2024, and Oct. 9, 2025.
The promotion extends to solo travelers with special single supplement deals. All-inclusive fares start from $6,750 per person. Clients can book multiple voyages under this offer, allowing for extended travel itineraries.
For more information, visit promo.swanhellenic.com.
Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises has launched its Best-Ever Black Friday Sale, offering discounts of up to 30 percent on over 50 sailings for 2025. The promotion runs through Dec. 4, 2024.
Highlights include:
- 30 percent off Alaska cruises: Alaska Reflections (8 days, May 13) and Wilds of Alaska (12 days, May 29) aboard the Riviera and Subarctic Scenes (19 days, Aug. 6) aboard the Insignia.
- 25 percent off Polynesian Dreams (15 days) aboard the Regatta from Papeete to Honolulu.
- 20 percent off various itineraries: Scottish & Nordic Voyager (11 days, June 30), Divine Pacific Oases (15 days, Sep. 30), Equatorial Echoes (25 days, Nov. 7), and “Indian Ocean Opus” (24 days, Dec. 2).
Select staterooms offer savings of up to $4,000. The sale covers diverse destinations, including Alaska, Tahiti, Africa, Nordic countries and European capitals. Travel advisors can use promo code DCBF when booking.
For more information, visit oceaniacruises.com.
Aurora Expeditions
Aurora Expeditions has hot Black Friday deals on its expedition cruises to remote destinations.
The promotion includes:
- Up to 25 percent off select Antarctica voyages for 2024/2025
- Up to 20 percent off plus free cabin upgrades on select Arctic voyages in 2025
- Up to 20 percent off with no solo supplement on select Arctic voyages in 2025
The booking window is good through Dec. 3, 2024. Travel windows vary depending on the specific sailing booked. Destinations include Antarctica, Greenland, Svalbard and the Northwest Passage.
For more information, visit aurora-expeditions.com.
