Refundable Cruises

[Keith1951]

Haven't cruised since covid started and ready to get back.  But my issue is refundable cruises.  Carnival, at least the rep told me that only certain cruises are refundable.  I got tired of calling every time I found a cruise online and wanted to see if it was refundable.  RCL, online all cruises I found can be made refundable for a few dollars more.  Before covid all my cruises were refundable.  I dont want future cruise credit, I want all my money back if I cancel before final payment.  Is this something new where cruise lines have stopped refundable cruises on some cruises, and starting to refund you with future cruise credits?

[LHT28]

I think some line have  a "saver fare" or discount fare   & they are non refundable 

but many still have refundable deposits if you cancel before the penalty time kick is  usually before final payment

Check the Terms & conditions for the  cruise line

[sanger727]

It appears that their current "sale" price includes a non-refundable deposit. You could look for cruises that don't qualify for the sale. Or see if they can charge you a non-sale price if you call to book. 

Edited March 16, 2023 by sanger727

[Essiesmom]

Almost always the lowest fare is non-refundable.  That’s just the way it is these days.  EM