I Thought I Was Being Sensible When I Booked This

Editorial Summary

The creator discusses the unexpected cancellation of a planned twelve night cruise on the Sky Princess. After spending significant time researching and booking a British Isles itinerary with Princess Cruises, the creator received notice that the cruise was cancelled to make way for new itineraries. The creator explains that cruise lines in the United Kingdom are shifting from international routes to local cruises that only allow British passengers to sail. This trend is compared to similar movements seen across Europe and is predicted to eventually impact the United States and Australia. The creator notes that while the cancellation was disappointing, the decision to book through an agency with a low deposit helped mitigate the immediate impact. Faced with the choice of accepting a future cruise credit or receiving a full refund, the creator opted for the credit. This decision was motivated by financial considerations, as rebooking the same itinerary for 2022 as a new customer would have cost significantly more than the original price paid. The creator concludes by expressing continued loyalty to the Princess Cruises brand despite the change in plans.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.