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New rules for cancelled cruises (effective April 2022)
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The refund must be paid within 60 days of the cancellation.
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The new rules also allow passengers to file a claim against the cruise line's bondholders if the company becomes insolvent.
Important considerations for your specific booking
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Closer to the sail date, you may only be offered a future cruise credit instead of a refund for a voluntary cancellation.