Downgrade or Bail ?
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HI, Do you have two cabins booked? I'm going to assume you have one or two cabins for the four of you.
You should get on the phone with Carnival or your travel agent to talk to them ASAP. They will be the ones who can tell you specificaly what you would or wouldn't loose as well as what your current options are. You need to make sure the insurance you purchased covers the cancellation of the two kids reason for cancelling (insurance coverage can vary widely) and some only very specific circumstance. So it may not cover "I don't wanna go".
I would like to write more but, I don't want to guess. The best bet is speak with whoever booked your cruise and then work from there.
You should get on the phone with Carnival or your travel agent to talk to them ASAP. They will be the ones who can tell you specificaly what you would or wouldn't loose as well as what your current options are. You need to make sure the insurance you purchased covers the cancellation of the two kids reason for cancelling (insurance coverage can vary widely) and some only very specific circumstance. So it may not cover "I don't wanna go".
I would like to write more but, I don't want to guess. The best bet is speak with whoever booked your cruise and then work from there.
Cruizer
Staff Captain
If you have cancel for any reason insurance, then the insurance will likely cover you. However, if you have insurance that covers you for specific problems, most likely friends and child not wanting to go is not a covered reason. You will have to check with your insurer to see if this is covered.
Depending on when your cruise begins, you might still be able to get a refund from the cruise line. It might be only 50%, but it is better than nothing. Whatever you do, act fast.
Lurline63
Staff Captain
Why did the child back out? If it was because s/he or the parents simply changed their minds, be sure to let the parents (if child is a minor) or the child (if an adult) know of any penalties that would be incurred. They may not be aware that cruises charge cancellation fees, unlike hotels. Knowing that they'd be responsible for the penalty may reverse their decision quickly.
If the child had to cancel for a covered reason (say, an ill relative, or something else covered by insurance), that's a different scenario and I leave it to those more knowledgeable than I to give you advice.
If the child had to cancel for a covered reason (say, an ill relative, or something else covered by insurance), that's a different scenario and I leave it to those more knowledgeable than I to give you advice.
Mbandy
Staff Captain
You will definitely be under penalty to cancel at this point. When your cruise is scheduled depends on how heavy the hit will be.
As a T/A my first suggestion when I encounter a client with this scenario is to see if there is someone else who wants to go in the place of the person who is not going to go. Carnival will charge $50 to make the name change. That would minimize the financial impact. Insurance is typically not transferable so you would probably have to buy new insurance for the new guest.
You can not switch both passengers in a double cabin, only one.
Here are Carnival's cancel penalties:
2-5 Day Cruises
Up to 61 Days Prior ~ No penalty (Except Early Saver)
60-46 Days Prior ~ Deposit amount
45-30 Days Prior ~ 50%
29-15 Days Prior ~ 75%
14 Days or Less ~ 100%
6, 7 & 8 Day Cruises
Up to 76 Days Prior ~ No penalty (Except Early Saver)
75 to 46 Days Prior ~ Deposit amount
45 to 30 Days Prior ~ 50%
29 to 15 Days Prior ~ 75%
14 days or Less ~ 100%
Alaska Cruises, Cruise Tours and 10 Day And Longer Cruises
Up to 76 Days Prior ~ No penalty (Except Early Saver)
75 to 46 Days Prior ~ Deposit Amount
45 to 30 Days Prior ~ 50 %
29 to 15 Days Prior ~ 75%
14 Days or Less ~100%
Penalties for 14-18 Day South America and 14 Day Panama Canal Will not change.
As a T/A my first suggestion when I encounter a client with this scenario is to see if there is someone else who wants to go in the place of the person who is not going to go. Carnival will charge $50 to make the name change. That would minimize the financial impact. Insurance is typically not transferable so you would probably have to buy new insurance for the new guest.
You can not switch both passengers in a double cabin, only one.
Here are Carnival's cancel penalties:
2-5 Day Cruises
Up to 61 Days Prior ~ No penalty (Except Early Saver)
60-46 Days Prior ~ Deposit amount
45-30 Days Prior ~ 50%
29-15 Days Prior ~ 75%
14 Days or Less ~ 100%
6, 7 & 8 Day Cruises
Up to 76 Days Prior ~ No penalty (Except Early Saver)
75 to 46 Days Prior ~ Deposit amount
45 to 30 Days Prior ~ 50%
29 to 15 Days Prior ~ 75%
14 days or Less ~ 100%
Alaska Cruises, Cruise Tours and 10 Day And Longer Cruises
Up to 76 Days Prior ~ No penalty (Except Early Saver)
75 to 46 Days Prior ~ Deposit Amount
45 to 30 Days Prior ~ 50 %
29 to 15 Days Prior ~ 75%
14 Days or Less ~100%
Penalties for 14-18 Day South America and 14 Day Panama Canal Will not change.
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Taking kids and friends on a cruise is totally risky at times especially if they have never cruised.
Cruiselines don't give you your money back if you change your mind.
Have your travel agent call them and ask your questions. Or... if you booked directly with Carnival then you have to call them and talk with a manager. GOOD LUCK! Most of those managers tell you they care about you and they say those words over and over and how they are protecting you with the rate you paid, etc. So... good luck because you will lose money if it is too late to cancel.
I would still cruise without the kid and have fun. Have her stay with a relative.
DON'T BAIL!! HAVE FUN ON THE FUN SHIP!
Cruiselines don't give you your money back if you change your mind.
Have your travel agent call them and ask your questions. Or... if you booked directly with Carnival then you have to call them and talk with a manager. GOOD LUCK! Most of those managers tell you they care about you and they say those words over and over and how they are protecting you with the rate you paid, etc. So... good luck because you will lose money if it is too late to cancel.
I would still cruise without the kid and have fun. Have her stay with a relative.
DON'T BAIL!! HAVE FUN ON THE FUN SHIP!
caligirl76
New Member
What is the date you are going? We are booked for 7/25 on Splendor and there is one more guest that really wants to go but our rooms are full and the price for single occupancy is outrageous! We could book the extra spot but he WOULD NOT stay in your room just so you can keep your price and we'd pay the name change fee or whatever is necessary!!
PA Dutchman
Bar Steward
First off how old is the kid ? You now should have learned a lesson about taking somebody else kids with on vacation. Its sounds good to do but the problems you can run into are vast. We learned our lesson many years ago going to disney. Will never do it again. Found out age does not matter either. Make sure the insurance you purchased covers the cancellation of the two kids reason for cancelling (insurance coverage can vary widely) and some only very specific circumstance. So it may not cover "I don't wanna go".
You can't just call the insurance co and lie to them some you need proof of the reason you want to CX. If you payed the top price for CX for anything you will be OK but thats the only way. Good luck.
You can't just call the insurance co and lie to them some you need proof of the reason you want to CX. If you payed the top price for CX for anything you will be OK but thats the only way. Good luck.
Calgon1
Awaiting results of mental evaluation
Don't bail!
Apparently you are going to suffer for this "friend's" inconsideration. Why should you add insult to injury by forfitting the joy of a cruise? Oh, and if you bail, then you'll loose even more for all the rest of the cancellations. Plus, think of which lesson you want to teach your child ...
That responsible people actually do honor their commitments!
or
It's OK to make promises, and back out; especially if someone else has to pay the price.
Apparently you are going to suffer for this "friend's" inconsideration. Why should you add insult to injury by forfitting the joy of a cruise? Oh, and if you bail, then you'll loose even more for all the rest of the cancellations. Plus, think of which lesson you want to teach your child ...
That responsible people actually do honor their commitments!
or
It's OK to make promises, and back out; especially if someone else has to pay the price.
