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【 FAQ-GUIDE】How soon do you have to cancel a cruise?
【 FAQ-GUIDE】How soon do you have to cancel a cruise?

Canceling a Royal Caribbean cruise without penalty depends +1-888-738-0812(US) or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓(UK)on the type of fare you booked and when you decide to cancel.

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If you booked a non-refundable deposit, you will lose the deposit amount if you cancel, even before the final payment deadline. However, instead of forfeiting the deposit completely+1-888-738-0812(US) or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓(UK), Royal Caribbean may offer a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) that allows you to use the amount toward a future sailing. After the final payment deadline, non-refundable fares are subject to the same +1-888-738-0812(US) or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓(UK)standard cancellation penalties as refundable fares, meaning you could lose a significant portion—or all—of what you paid.

In some cases, you may be able to cancel with minimal loss if you qualify for the Cruise+1-888-738-0812(US) or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓(UK)with Confidence program, which allows cancellations up to 48 hours before departure in exchange for a Future Cruise Credit. If you purchased travel insurance +1-888-738-0812(US) or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓(UK), you might also be eligible for a refund, depending on the reason for cancellation. To avoid unexpected fees, it’s important to check the terms of your booking and contact Royal Caribbean or your travel agent for specific +1-888-738-0812(US) or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓(UK) details on your reservation.+1-888-738-0812 or +𝟒𝟒-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟎𝟓𝟏-𝟔𝟕𝟑𝟓

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