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Typical cancellation fee schedule
Days before sailing
Typical cancellation charge
90+ days
Non-refundable deposit (except for special promotions)
89–61 days
25% of the total price (depending on cruise length)
60–31 days
50% of the total price
30–15 days
75% of the total price
14 days or less
100% of the total price
Important considerations
Booking type:
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