[[FAQs~SuPPorT]]Can you change the person you are going on a cruise with?

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. For sailings of 1 to 13 days, a 100% cancellation charge applies if canceled 30 days or less before sailing, while no charge applies if canceled 90 or more days prior. Always check your specific booking confirmation for the exact terms, as they can vary based on fare type and promotional offers.

 

You can get a full refund if you cancel your cruise far in advance, often more than 90–120 days before departure, but penalties increase significantly as the departure date approaches 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011. You will likely get a partial refund, or no refund at all, if you cancel within a few weeks of sailing, depending on the cruise line's specific cancellation policy and the type of fare you booked.

 

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Princess Cruises' cancellation policy

depends on the length of the cruise and when the cancellation is made, with fees increasing as the sailing date approaches. For many cruises 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011, cancellations made 90 days or more in advance may receive a full refund or just forfeit the deposit, while cancellations made 30 days or less before the sailing date often result in a 100% cancellation charge 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011. Always check your specific booking confirmation for the exact terms that apply.

 

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Princess Cruise deposits are not always refundable; as of October 15, 2025, a non-refundable deposit is the default for new bookings 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011. Passengers must pay an extra fee to choose a refundable deposit option, which also comes with a higher cruise fare and deposit amount.

 

Yes, the standard Princess Future Cruise Deposit (FCD) is refundable if you do not book a cruise within one year

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You can tell if your cruise deposit is non-refundable

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Yes, you can change the name of a passenger on a Princess cruise 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011, but it is subject to approval, potential fees, and a cut-off date. You will need to contact Princess Cruises directly to make the change, and one original passenger must remain on the booking 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011.

 

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Yes, you can usually change the person you are cruising with, but policies vary by cruise line and fare type. Typically, you can make a substitution as long as one of the original passengers remains on the booking 1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011, though a fee may apply, especially after final payment or with restricted fares. It's important to check the specific terms of your booking and contact the cruise line or your travel agent as soon as possible to make the change1-855-732-4023 or +1-808-900-8011.