(TAN): Princess Cruises has extended its pause in cruise operations in Australia through December 12, 2020 which includes cruises throughout Australia and New Zealand, and refund guests.
The decision comes due to the continued progression of the COVID-19 pandemic and related decisions of various governments, health authorities, and airlines regarding travel restrictions.
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Guests who have paid in full on these cancelled voyages will receive a refundable Future Cruise Credit (FCC) equivalent to 100% of the cruise fare paid plus an additional non-refundable bonus FCC equal to 25% of the cruise fare paid. To receive the above FCCs, no action is required by the guest or their travel advisor.
For guests who have not paid in full, Princess will double the deposit, providing a refundable FCC for the money currently on deposit plus a matching bonus FCC that can be used on any voyage through May 1, 2022. The matching bonus FCC is non-refundable, will not exceed the base cruise fare amount of the currently booked cruise, and will have a minimum value of USD 100 per person.
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Alternatively, guests can forfeit the bonus FCC offer and request a refund for all money paid on their booking. Guests have until September 30, 2020 to elect a refund, or they will automatically receive the default offer listed above.
Princess will protect travel advisor commissions on bookings for cancelled cruises that were paid in full, in recognition of the critical role they play in the cruise line’s business and success.
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