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All details below are from Royal Caribbean Cruise Line; are subject to change by the cruise line at any time and without notice; and are for informational purposes only. Any errors and/or omissions resulting in pricing, inventory, content, or other discrepancies are not our responsibility.

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The following timetable and cancellation charges apply to the passenger's cruise fare only:

3- & 4-night cruises
Days before departure                                    Charges per person

60 days or more..................................................No penalty (full refund)
30-59 days..........................................................Deposit amount
8-29 days............................................................50% of total fare
7 days or fewer..................................................100% of total fare (no refund)

7-night cruises
Days before departure                                    Charges per person

70 days or more..................................................No penalty (full refund)
30-69 days..........................................................Deposit amount
8-29 days............................................................50% of total fare
7 days or fewer..................................................100% of total fare (no refund)

Cruises 8 nights or more
Days before departure                                    Charges per person

70 days or more..................................................No penalty (full refund)
30-69 days..........................................................Deposit amount
15-29 days..........................................................50% of total fare
14 days or fewer................................................100% of total fare (no refund)

Holiday cruises
Days before departure                                    Charges per person

90 days or more...................................................No penalty (full refund)
30-89 days..........................................................Deposit amount
8-29 days............................................................50% of total fare
7 days or fewer..................................................100% of total fare (no refund)

2007 Air/Sea Fee Change
As of January 15th, 2007, RCCL is revising its current fee structure. To avoid airline reissue charges and inconvenience to you and your guests, please ensure that all names given at the time of making the reservation match exactly as shown on their form of identification (passport).

Revised Fee for Air/Sea Guest Name Changes
Name changes to Air/Sea guests whose flights have already been ticketed will be assessed the following charge:

• $75.00 non-refundable name change fee for North American sailings – (Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada/New England, Alaska, Panama Canal, Hawaii and Mexico)

• $125.00 non-refundable name change fee for international sailings – (Transatlantic, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand and Asia)

Revised Fee for Cancelling Air/Sea Package
The revised fee will apply when cancelling an Air/Sea package inside of the cancellation period of the cruise (normally 60 days prior to sailing - longer for holiday sailings).

• $75.00 non-refundable fee for North American sailings – (Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada/New England, Alaska, Panama Canal, Hawaii and Mexico)

• $125.00 non-refundable fee for International Sailings – (Transatlantic, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand and Asia)

Ticketing normally occurs 50 – 60 days prior to travel, however we encourage name verification and corrections as soon as possible. To request a name change or any questions regarding name changes, please contact RCCL Reservations at 800-327-6700.

Note: Due to the fact that every airline has their own policies, name changes may result in a new booking so that original flights, fares and seat assignments may be lost. All name changes made after flights have been assigned may be subject to additional air costs and airline penalties.

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CRUISE LINE AGE RESTRICTIONS: Royal Caribbean requires guests under the age of 21 to be booked in a stateroom with an adult who is 21 years or older. Additionally, a parent or legal guardian must accompany guests under the age of 18 and must be booked in the same or adjacent stateroom.

HEALTH, PREGNANCY: All passengers must ensure that they are medically and physically fit for travel and that such traveling will not endanger themselves or others. Any condition requiring medical treatment or attention must be reported to Royal Caribbean in writing when the booking is requested or, if such condition arises after the booking is requested, prior to the boarding date for that passenger's cruise vacation.

Passengers dependent on oxygen or requiring oxygen therapy must meet certain requirements prior to boarding the ship. Contact a travel agent for details.

Royal Caribbean will not accept passengers who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy by the beginning of or at any time during their cruise vacation. Guests must also fax a letter to Royal Caribbean from their doctor stating they are in good health, fit to travel, and not a high-risk pregnancy.

Professional medical services are available for a reasonable fee. At least one qualified physician and two registered nurses are normally in-attendance on all Royal Caribbean cruise vacations. See a travel agent for an accessibility brochure.

Infant Travel Policy: Infants must be at least 6 months of age as of the first day of the cruise. However, for Transatlantic, Transpacific, Hawaii, select South American cruises and other selected cruises, the infant (as of the first day of the cruise) must be at least 12 months old.

As of April 22, 2008, the list of cruises to which the 12 month minimum age requirement applies (in addition to all Transatlantic, Transpacific, and Hawaii cruises) is as follows:

  • Mariner of the Seas® - January 4, 19, February 3, 2009;
  • Splendour of the Seas® - March 30, 2009;
  • Legend of the Seas® - November 16, 2009.

INOCULATIONS, PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Before leaving home, please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the required travel documents you will be asked to provide prior to boarding the ship. Caution: The requirements described below are subject to change by governmental bodies without notice.

It is the sole responsibility of the passenger to identify all travel inoculation and health requirements, and to obtain and have available when necessary the appropriate valid travel documents such as passports, visas and inoculation documents required for boarding and re-entry into the United States. For your protection, we recommend that your passport expiration date not occur within six (6) months of the voyage termination date.

Domestic sailing requirements (applies to travel that originates in a port in the United States or Puerto Rico to destinations in the United States, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean and Mexico):

U.S. citizens: A passport (valid or expired), or a birth certificate (original or certified copy) plus a picture ID card issued by a federal; state, or local government agency are required. A voter registration card or Social Security card are not considered to be proof of citizenship. Children under 16 years of age do not require a picture ID card.

Non-U.S. citizens: Valid passports and Visas (when needed) are required except as follows: (1) if an individual is a Resident Alien living in the United-States, then the only document needed is the original copy of their Alien Registration Card (ARC or "green card") and (2), certain Canadian and Mexican citizens who travel with alternative documentation depending on their alien status in the United States.

Visas/Inoculations: Please check with a travel agent, government agencies, embassies, consulates, your physician, local health department or the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov) to determine travel and health documentary requirements.

Passengers who do not possess the proper documentation may be prevented from boarding the flight or ship, disembarking or entering a country, and may be subject to fines. If as a result of your lack of proper documentation, a fine or other cost is incurred by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., you agree to indemnify Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. for such expenses. No refunds will be given to individuals who fail to bring proper documentation.

BOARDING AND CHECK-IN GUIDELINES: There are new government regulations now in place requiring cruise lines to submit final departure manifests at least 60 minutes prior to sailing. Royal Caribbean requires all guests must be checked in and onboard no less than 90 minutes prior to the published sailing time or they will not be permitted to sail. Guests are encouraged to check-in online no later than 3 days prior to sailing.

Required information for check-in is as follows:

  • Reservation number
  • Ship
  • Sail date
  • Guest's name
  • Date of birth
  • Country of birth
  • Country of citizenship
  • Document type
  • Document number

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DISABILITY / WHEELCHAIR: Royal Caribbean welcomes passengers with special needs and works hard to assist them throughout their vacation.

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All arrangements made for the passengers with independent contractors are made solely for the convenience of the passenger and are at the passenger's risk. Royal Caribbean disclaims all liability for damages for emotional distress, mental suffering or psychological injury of any kind, under any circumstances, except to the extent such disclaimer is prohibited by 46U.S.C.§l83c.(b).

The transportation of passengers and baggage on Royal Caribbean ships is governed by the terms and conditions of the Cruise Ticket Contract included as part of the cruise ticket. The Cruise Ticket Contract limits your rights. The Cruise Ticket Contract sets forth limitations on the time frames in which claims may be made and suits may be filed against Royal Caribbean. It is important that you read all of the terms and conditions of the Cruise Ticket Contract. (Copies are available upon request.) Note: The Cruise Ticket Contract must be signed by all passengers prior to boarding.

Property lost or damaged should be reported to either the Purser's/Guest Relations Desk or to a designated Royal Caribbean employee prior to leaving the US Customs area. In any event, property lost or damaged must be reported within the time limitations and m accordance with the procedures set forth in the Cruise Ticket Contract. In the absence of negligence on its part, Royal Caribbean is not responsible for any loss, theft, pilferage and/or damage to a passenger's property, which includes items such as money, travel currency, jewelry of any kind, photographic/electronic equipment or other personal property. Royal Caribbean's liability for loss or damage to property shall be limited otherwise in accordance with the provisions in the Cruise Ticket Contract. Items may be deposited for safekeeping at the Purser's/Guest Relations Desk. Please refer to the Cruise Ticket Contract for further information. Royal Caribbean's CruiseCare® offers personal property protection. (See page 94 for details.)

Each passenger agrees to indemnify Royal Caribbean for all penalties, fines, charges, losses or expenses incurred or imposed upon Royal Caribbean by virtue of any act, omission or violation of law by the passenger. Each passenger, or if a minor, his or her parent or guardian, shall be liable to and shall reimburse Royal Caribbean for all damage to the ship and its furnishings and equipment, or any property of the ship, caused by any willful or negligent act or omission on the part of the passenger.

If a child is cruising under your supervision and exhibits dangerous and disruptive behavior (i.e. excessive drunkenness, fighting, verbal abuse of a staff member, unruly behavior, vandalism in any public areas, etc.) the parent/guardian will be held accountable. Please note that at any point in the process it is at the Master/Hotel Director/General Manager's discretion that any child and their parent/guardian be disembarked from the ship.

Passage may be refused to any passenger, and any passenger’s cruise vacation may be terminated at any time, at the risk and expense of the passenger debarked, where, in the opinion of the ship's Captain or physician, a passenger is unfit for travel or a risk or danger to himself or herself or a disturbance or danger to others. Such passenger may be left at any port or place at which the ship calls without any liability to Royal Caribbean. Royal Caribbean shall not be required to refund any amount paid by any passenger who m

Passengers release Royal Caribbean from any and all claims for loss or damage to baggage or property, or for personal injuries or death, or for loss from delay, shore excursion providers, restaurateurs, transportation providers, medical personnel or other providers of services or facilities. Under no circumstances does Royal Caribbean's responsibility extend beyond the ship.

Cruise Fare does not include fuel supplement charges. Royal Caribbean reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement charge without prior notice.

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