For these, see Holland America's, 100% of fare (no refund except taxes & fees, 100% of fare (no refund except taxes, fees, port expenses), * For sailings of 30 nights or more, see the, * $200 per adult or $400 per stateroom minimum, * Applies to guests in Non-Suites/Non-Concierge Staterooms on 1 to 5 Night Cruises where embark or debark is a U.S. port (Non Holiday Sailings). Or will I have to pay more? If if its going to cost more, then I might just pay the $50 name change and invite my mom to come with us. You pay the same either way it is just when you have to pay it. Since both are carnival cruises and early on I am hoping we don't lose the deposit. Royal Caribbean states a $100 per person change fee would be required for all reservation transfer requests outside of final payment. He doesn't return emails, and at this point I don't really trust what he comes up with verbally without a paper trail. 2) You would then go online make a NEW Carnival booking for the cruise you want and pay the new deposit requirement and get the FCC applied from the old booking to the new by using this form http://www.carnival.com/request-forms/reimbursement-form.aspx, Your new confirmation will show the amount paid. When Carnival cancels the cruise: Options to accept Future Cruise Credit rather than refunds when Carnival cancels a cruise apply to all guests on the reservation, which means you and your traveling companions who were originally booked into the same cabin don't necessarily have to both opt for the same rebooked cruise, but you must agree on whether to accept a refund or the credit. External site which may or may not meet accessibility guidelines, Do Not Sell Or Share My Personal Information. Follow your cruise bliss to any land where it may lead. See Royal Caribbean's requirements for final payment and cruise planning timeline on the Royal Caribbean blog. Given the potential for cancellation fees and or penalties associated with transferring an existing booking over to one of the new itineraries being released, however, travelers may be better off keeping their existing cruise reservation as-is and simply booking one of these new sailings from scratch. No, Future Cruise Credits are non-transferable. I need to cancel my booking, is there a penalty? We said to heck with him. Our original sail date was March 1,2010. Carnival's Fly2Fun airfare has its own set of cancellation dates. For Carnival, the final payment date is anywhere from 70 to 95 days prior to the date the sailing begins. LauraS "Inside of final payment, there are cancellation penalties to change to a new ship and sail date. By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics. Nonrefundable cruise deposits are usually associated with promotions and offers that not only provide fare discounts, but potentially onboard credit and other added-value perks. Powered by Invision Community. For guests in Suites or embarking on holiday or non-US sailings, see Disney's refund policy, *** Applies to guests in Non-Suites/Non-Concierge Staterooms on Cruises 10 Nights or More and on Cruises Less than 10 Nights where Embark and Debark is non-U.S. For cruises 5 days or less, the final payment date is 75days prior to sailing andfor cruises 6 days or more, the final payment date is 90days prior to sailing. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Get expert advice, insider tips and more. By doing this, you will not have to put out any extra "up front money." Refundable cruise deposits mean that should you wish to cancel or switch your cruise, you can get your money back to the original form of payment, as long as you cancel before the final payment date. Sounds reasonable to me. CruiseNext deposits applied to a suspended reservation will be returned to the . And if you're not booked with the Early Saver's Rate, you will get the entire deposit transferred (provided you're not in penalty phase). Thank you. Basically, you would have to cancel and rebook. 76 days prior to sailing. Also just found this on Carnival's website.. Opens in a new window. Does anyone know if I will still be able to keep the per person room rate? CC Help Jenn They may do it without worrying about the difference, it's worth a shot. CC Help Jenn Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. I wasn't about to pay the $150 change fee for the 3 of us, called main # & found a new one who (while hesitant to step on any toes) happily flipped the down payment & i saved $250 in the bargin via military rate! Here is my question..Recently my mom has become very ill, so If I need to change the cruise date to a much later cruise would I be able to do that without the insurance and would they transfer the $1000 I have already paid to a future cruise? (e) This ticket is valid only for the person (s) named hereon as Guests and cannot be transferred or modified without Carnival's written consent. I changed my cruise date under early saver. Those inside of final payment would be subject to standard cancellation penalties, as a booking transfer is considered a cancellation first. By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics. Yet I booked a vista suite that slept3, and absolutely was not able to keep it with one of us canceling. All "Round UK" cruises are, at this time, only marketed to residents of the United Kingdom who are also fully vaccinated. Page will reload to reflect new bookings. External site which may or may not meet accessibility guidelines, Instagram. For guests booked directly with Carnival: For guests booked through a travel agent: Youth Programs (Under 2 & 2-11 years old). It can be confusing, especially to first-time cruisers, to know when you have to plunk down an initial deposit, make your final payment, and when you're eligible for a refund. To continue favoriting products, please remove some items from this list. Instead of getting the amount refunded to your credit card, you may be issued a . Carnival's Future Cruise Credit (FCC) is credit that you can use for your next Carnival cruise. Been there. As mentioned if you paid ES rates you will be charged $50pp. And as easy as this makes getting to the ship, remember that youll enjoy the same service coming back after your cruise a nice way to end a great vacation! * Different deposit amounts required for Celebrity Xpedition. But I was told the per person rate would not change - DS and I would be paying the rate for the first 2, and they would simply take off the smaller amount for the 3rd passenger. Effective May 18, 2020, FCCs from either our 2020 Suspended Sailings or Peace of Mind FCC are transferable. For guests booked through a travel agent:Please contact your travel agentdirectly to see if your booking is subject to acancellation non-refundable component. Once you decide to go with a nonrefundable cruise deposit, you typically can't switch over to a refundable option. * $200 per adult or $400 per stateroom minimum **$300 per adult or $600 per stateroom minimum Children 17 and under sailing as the 3rd/4th guest in a stateroom do not require an additional deposit. They will charge you when you make the call. Our website is the easiest place to find your next dream cruise and book online using future cruise credits. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. CC Help Jenn Start your registration by adding your email address and developing a secure password. The reservation is not booked in a Group. "Given that our policies are so relaxed at this time, it is fairly easy to transfer a booking," a spokesperson for Crystal told Cruise Critic. We always book Early Saver, and usually reduced deposit. They are only valid for the passengers booked on the original sailing. However, since youve put $1000 down, I dont think it will matter. I booked a 7 day Caribbean cruise on the Legend for March 2020. What if I need to make changes to my ship or sailing date? Suites do not have the occupancy restrictions like the standard cabins do. 2) You would then go online make a NEW Carnival booking for the cruise you want and pay the new deposit requirement and get the FCC applied from the old booking to the new by using this form. When Carnival cancels the cruise: Future Cruise Credit offered in lieu of refunds for cruises cancelled by Carnival will have an expiration date, typically 24 months from the cancellation, but always clearly spelled out in the communications provided by Carnival. I've changed ships in the past (booked through a PVP) and Carnival doesn't charge a nickle. I did not buy the insurance. It sent me a letter stating we had until May 2021 to decide whether to accept a full refund or reschedule a cruise and get $500 additional cruise credit. *Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional per person. Cancel for any reason is an add on coverage when buying travel insurance. Look up your reservation Share Details You can count on a cruise to relieve stress, but getting to the ship shouldn't cause you any more of it. From the final payment date to 56 days prior to sailing, the non-refundable component is the standard deposit amount. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. For guests in Suites or embarking on holiday or non-US sailings, see Disney's, ** Applies to guests in Non-Suites/Non-Concierge Staterooms on 6 to 9 Night Cruises where embark or debark is a U.S. After final payment, you will lose your deposit or the deposit and a portion of your cruise fare, depending on when you cancel in relation to your sail date. Currently, cruise lines are giving between 100% and 200% of the booking value as credit. She said that there is a $125 + $49 deposit fee, but $75 of that would be put towards a credit for a future cruise within 24 months. Cruise Critic reached out to several lines for advice. The first time he helped us was with our cruise last year, and he didn't even book it. Other sailings include All Holiday; Australia; New Zealand; South Pacific; Asia; Prinsendam Europe; South America and Antarctica sailings. See Carnival's Cancellation Policy. For more than 2 guests, or for guests staying in The Haven Suites, Suites, Garden Villas and guests on holiday sailings, see Norwegian'scancellation fee schedule. By Guests must sail within 24 months from the date of the cancellation. PVP is mia:rolleyes:, have only spoken to the main phone # peeps, was transferred & got both a nay & a yea:confused: Really don't want to get into refund to CC i used initially (especially since i paid it off & don't want to fuss with delay in getting check issued in lieu of credit), Can't remember if we booked using military or past guest if that matters in the equation, did get the upgrade that was being offered in the last sale of a lifetime;), if i do have to cancel & rebook later, any predictions on the aforementioned next big sale:D. I know you can transfer a deposit. Most basic travel insurance plans cover trip cancellations if a direct family member gets sick or ill within a specified period before the trip. I called Carnival and got several different answers. Terms of Service Standard cancellation policies are outlined in the ticket contract. Cancellation charges are per-person, based on the cancellation date, as follows: more than 121 days before departure: $200 loss of deposit; 120-90 days before departure: $400 loss of deposit; 89-60 days before departure: 35% of cruise or cruise tour price; 59-30 days before departure: 50% of cruise or cruise tour price; But if you point it out they may think wait maybe we can't do that LOL, thanks, nowhere near any cancellation penalties12/09:D, just saw that airfare to san juan isn't more than i had booked this summer for Orlando before we shifted gears to Alaskan cruise, if it holds thru Dec. figured why not?;). For example, if you have paid in full for the cruise at the time it is cancelled, your FCC will be issued in the amount you paid. By Of course, now more than ever, it pays to do your research before moving your booking to one of these new sailings. Second: if we won't lose the deposit (minus $50) can we do the cancellation and transfer of deposit online or do we have to call carnival? 1) You would go online and cancel the current booking and the FCC would be generated in Carnival's system. You are entering into this contract with Carnival plc trading as Carnival Cruise Line (Carnival), ARBN 107 998 443. Yes you can change sailings only take a minute. Any cruise that has a stop in a Canadian port has been canceled through February 2022 Cancellation Policy Due to COVID-19 If your cruise was canceled, you'll receive a 125% future cruise credit of the deposit and 100% future cruise credit of any additional money paid that you can use on any sailing booked by September 30, 2022. The exposure from the OP is $1000. $200 USD. I do not believe upgrades will transfer with it so you may be on a lower deck than. It's too late to buy insurance for "cancel for any reason"you must do that within a VERY short time(like less than 10 days or so) of your original booking..just like you can't add "flood insurance" as the river is rising!!! COVID-19 specific refunds: Carnival has not finalized its policies relating to COVID-19, but the current ticket contract provides for possibility of denial of boarding for any guest who is not fit to travel and under those circumstances, no refund is given. keishashadow, March 31, 2009 in Carnival Cruise Lines. Opens in a new window. The final payment is due by Jan 2nd. By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics. Just thought I would see what your opinion is on how this reads. Total Fareis defined as cruise fare, air supplement, optional transfersand pre/post cruise vacation package. Since I always do a "change" and don't "cancel/rebook" anymore it has been a while since I have had the scenario of actually cancelling a cruise and rebooking, but I only remember having to pay the difference (the amount I had rolled over after the $50/pp loss was applied to my deposit). Our TA did it for us,but Carnival got their extea money right off the bat. You have $1000 invested in deposits so far. Instead of getting the amount refunded to your credit card, you may be issued a certificate you can use towards your next Princess sailing. As mentioned if you paid ES rates you will be charged $50pp. Out of curiosity, why didn't you contact your PVP to make the changes? Changes made after the final payment due date are subject to standard cancellation penalties. After the COVID-19 outbreak, Carnival canceled its cruises. Call us at 800-288-6006 if you need help finding the perfect cruise. Check with your individual line on its cancellation policy and final payment window, as each one can be different. After re reading the OP, our entire deposit got transfered,just fyi.We did change our room number,simply b/c I wanted to be on a diffrent side of the ship.But its literally across the hall. I read the policy and it seems like we will only lose $50 but I am unsure. Be sure to check all entry and vaccination requirements for your embarkation destination, along with flight availability. Cancellations that occur after the final payment due date are subject to standard cancellation penalties. We didn't care for our first PVP that Carnival assigned to us. For standard sailing, a $25 per person initial deposit due 60 days after the booking is made must be posted at the group level to secure the group request. Sent from my SM-G935V using Forums mobile app. Depending on the proximity of the sailings or availability of inventory, full deposit or final payment may be required sooner. You may transfer your cruise booking to Military Cruise Deals within 90 days of making the original booking as long as it is not past the final payment date. First question: how much of the deposit will we lose? We want to change plans since the keys were a major portion of our trip and it is highly unlikely that they will be rebuilt enough by then to really enjoy that area. When either you or the cruise line cancel a cruise, any additional travel plans made through a third party must be cancelled independently. I had this happen a few weeks ago. Charged items include: Cruise, Cruisetour, Cruise Plus Package, pre-purchased gift(s)/special services. Monetary refunds may take up to 90 days to process. Non-Refundable Deposit at time of booking:Early Saver and Super Saver Also, some cruise lines only offer nonrefundable deposits for suite-level cabin categories or .css-hghiur{transition-property:var(--chakra-transition-property-common);transition-duration:var(--chakra-transition-duration-fast);transition-timing-function:var(--chakra-transition-easing-ease-out);-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;outline:2px solid transparent;outline-offset:2px;font-weight:var(--chakra-fontWeights-medium);border-bottom-width:1px;border-bottom-style:dotted;cursor:pointer;color:var(--chakra-colors-blue-base);border-color:var(--chakra-colors-blue-base);}.css-hghiur:focus-visible,.css-hghiur[data-focus-visible]{box-shadow:var(--chakra-shadows-outline);}.css-hghiur:hover,.css-hghiur[data-hover]{-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;border-bottom-width:1px;border-bottom-style:solid;}guarantee rooms. This booking will be saved to your profile. I have 2 rooms with 2 people in each. PACKAGES, CRUISES, THEME PARKS AND SPECIALTY PRICES - All prices are valid for travel as specified, are valid for new bookings only and are available to Costco members residing in the United States. Pack & Go: 100% of Total Fare is non-refundable any time after the booking is made. Carnival may collect any fuel supplement in effect at the time of sailing, even if the cruise fare has been paid in full. Here's Why You Shouldn't Panic, Crystal Serenity (Photo: Crystal Cruises). If your FCC was issued as a result of Cunard cancelling your voyage due to our pause in operations caused by Covid-19 then yes, your FCC can be used to pay for your flights and hotels booked with Cunard. The booking can be transferred at any time up until final payment. * No refunds for Pack & Go, Early Saver and Super Saver fares. swansea soccer toronto; . Do you have drink packages or programs onboard? The day of sailing is considered the first day of the cruise: The total fare is defined as Cruise Fare, Transfer Services and Pre/Post Cruise Vacation Packages and Fly2Fun Air*(please note thatFly2Fun Restricted Air which is non-refundable at time of booking). Carnival Cruise Line's refund policies are dependent on the length of cruise, the type of fare you purchase, and the time frame in which you make changes or cancellations to your booking. So just call them and change it. CC Help Jenn To check what makes the most sense for you, and if your cruise deposit is refundable, read the following information compiled by Cruise Critic. Had booked a suite that sleeps 3, my PVP told me if one person cancelled than they might move me to a similar suite that only held 2. Deposit Required Single Occupancy. can i transfer my carnival cruise deposit . Started June 21, 2021, By I did switch over to the early saver rate on the new cruise. Guests who cancel prior to the final payment date will receive a future cruise credit in the amount of the deposit received less a $50 USD service fee per person. Crystal's representatives mentioned if the person wanting to transfer cruises was inside the cancellation penalty period, that request to have those fees waived would have to be reviewed internally by the team. What You Need to Know, How to Navigate the Airport on Cruise Turnaround Day. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Can I Transfer Deposit to Another Cruise? * Additional cancellation fees apply to air, land vacation and add-ons that are canceled. AND one more thing.The March 20 date cost more,so our price went up over all.But to me,my peace of mind was worth it. They'll also probably do the move without changing the booking number. For guests in Suites or embarking on cruises with non-U.S. ports, see Disney's, Guide to all-inclusive pricing on cruise ships, Patti's 7 money-saving tips for cruise travelers, Walter's 8 money-saving tips for cruisers, Interline: Travel & cruise discounts for airline employees. Instead, cruise lines have been busy creating brand-new itineraries from new homeports for their restart. I think "trap" is kind of a hard word. You have to pay the full deposit for the new cruise first,,, THEN, you can apply the $750 to payment of the new cruise. The $129 vacation protection would also be applied towards a credit on a future cruise with Carnival. Pricing guarantees: Carnival offers a lowest price guarantee on cruise fares for the first 48 hours after you make a booking. * Children ages 1-12 generally have a deposit due that's 50% of the adult price. I got an awesome rate because I booked 18 months in advance. What is Royal Caribbean's service gratuities (tips) price and policy? I did the $50 per person deposit and I purchased the insurance. For these, see Holland America's Cancellation Policy. For bookings paid with a travel agency credit card or check, the cruise credit will then be issued in the name of the cancelled guest. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. 2) You would then go online make a NEW Carnival booking for the cruise you want and pay the new deposit requirement and get the FCC applied from the old booking to the new by using this form. . Possible restrictions: You can only transfer your booking once; Your booking will need to be outside of your current balance due date; The new booking must be of equal or greater value Depending on who you get, they can make a world of difference. This isn't the case with every line: Celebrity, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean are marketing their new itineraries to vaccinated international travellers who meet the entry requirements for their new chosen homeports. A certain part of that is refundable by carnival in the form of a future credit (ES rate terms). ES and Reduced Deposits can save you money. Im planning to call Carnival today to find out what will happen if I drop my husband from my reservation for the Ocean Suite room. You can call and find out what the penalty is but I am positive you will have to pay one. Also note that the money that you will be credited to a future cruise,,, cannot be used as a deposit for the future cruise. All cancellations that occur prior to final payment due date will receive a non-refundable and non-transferable future cruise credit, redeemable for US dollars bookings, in the amount of the deposit less a $50 per person service fee. 2. This booking number and last name combination could not be found. To play using your onboard credit, simply insert your SeaPass card into any slot machine, and select "onboard credit" as your preferred credit method. As long as you did not book early saver or you are not past final deadline you should be able to transfer the booking to another ship, and keep the deposit in tact. Find a Cruise. Same ship,same room cat,same everthing but the date. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Cruise Line Cancellation Policies: A Closer Look, Mega-Chart: Compare Hurricane Sandy Cruise Line Compensation, Can I Cruise While Pregnant? Ethics * based on double occupancy; for solo travel, see here; non-refundable deposit at time of booking: Early Saver, Early Saver Last Call and Super Saver fares. At this point we have paid for airfare into Orlando (starting our trip there) and deposit for the cruise. In order to transfer an FCC, and in an effort for us to best assist you quickly, please follow the instructions below: . have announced new vaccination requirements. I told the service agent that the booking was already crazy expensive, and if it went higher I would have to either cancel or move to a cheaper cabin. For Cruises Booked 11/12/19 and Onwards; Cruise Duration. Page will reload to reflect new bookings. Powered by Invision Community. Are you satisfied? For Carnival-owned Princess Cruises and Holland America Line, cruise credits will be given automatically for select cruises canceled in 2021 but if you want a refund, you will need to fill out an . We changed from a 7 day glory this august to a 5 day destiny a week earlier and weren't charged any penalties as early saver hadn't been introduced when I booked. LauraS Opens in a new window. we put down our deposit,but did have to pay $50 pp to change it. Carnival Cruise . External site which may or may not meet accessibility guidelines, Facebook. You can check the status of your cruise on the canceled cruises page. I'd definitely call your PVP about that, because you're rightif you talk to multiple customer service reps, you often get multiple answers. Instead of getting the amount refunded to your credit card, you may be issued a certificate you can use towards your next Carnival sailing. We have ground transportation partners everywhere, and theyre all committed to your safety and comfort as they get you to your vacation. * Applies to guests in Non-Suites/Non-Concierge Staterooms on 1 to 5 Night Cruises where embark or debark is a U.S. port (Non Holiday Sailings). Those inside of final payment would be subject to standard. Yes, when a Future Cruise Credit is issued there is an expiration date. The non refundable part of ES would be covered by the travel insurance at the coverage percentage rate detailed in the Insurance plan. You would then be required to pay the deposit on your new cruise, and they will apply the future cruise credit to the balance on that cruise (you have to tell them to do that). . And Grand World; Grand Voyages; any Segment of a Grand World or Grand Voyage; 29-50 day Hawaii, Tahiti & Marquesas; Incan Empires; Amazon Explorer; 30+ day Europe Transatlantic or any segment of a 30+ day Europe Transatlantic sailing; Africa Explorer and Far East Explorer. Vaccinated UK residents also stand to benefit from the largest UK-focused deployment in recent memory, with lines like Cunard, Disney, Fred. The downside to a refundable deposit is that it's often not associated with the lowest price you'll find for your cruise. If I have to change dates maybe I will recoup some of my loss too. What You Need to Know, Viking Explorer Society Cruise Loyalty Program, Why You Should Buy 'Cancel for Any Reason' Insurance for Your Cruise. Catching up with Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection - What's it Like On Board Evrima? The one time I changed my cruise date, to a later date, but same ship & same itinerary, I wasn't charged anything. The Direct Guest to Agency transfer information above is applicable to U.S., Canada, Bermuda, and Caribbean bookings only. When most people book a cruise, they typically choose not to pay for it in full, right then and there. Similarly, Royal Caribbean states that standard cancellation fees and penalties may be applied to those wishing to move an existing booking over to one of these new sailings.