Royal Caribbean Is Changing Its Cancellation Policy — Here's What to Know
/Heads up, Royal Caribbean fans! The cruise line is simplifying its cancellation penalty schedule starting October 11, 2026. Here’s the short version: sailings will be grouped into 1–4 nights, 5–9 nights, and 10 nights or longer (previously the middle group stretched to 14 nights and the top tier started at 15). That means 10- to 14-night cruises now fall under the strictest cancellation tier. Royal Caribbean is also eliminating the 25% cancellation penalty window entirely. The line says the goal is a simpler, more consistent policy — but it hasn’t yet shared whether the remaining penalty percentages or day ranges will change, so stay tuned.
Our take? This is a great reminder to book with a travel professional who can walk you through the fine print — and to seriously consider travel insurance.