Holland America Line

A Couple on a Cruise Was Wait-Listed for an Excursion, Yet Charged $800

After our columnist inquired about a surprise bill for a whale-watching outing, Holland America changed the way it handles passengers wait-listed for excursions.

By Seth Kugel

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Standby Cruising: A New Option for Bargain Seekers

Are you a flexible traveler? Holland America’s standby cruises may be for you. The cost: $49 a day, excluding fees, taxes and extras. The catch: It might be a hair-raising, last-minute scramble.

By Elaine Glusac

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Experts Worry as Facial Recognition Comes to Airports and Cruises

Facial recognition software is speeding up check-in at airports, cruise ships and theme parks, but experts worry about risks to security and privacy.

By Julie Weed