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5 Smart Ways to Maximize the Value of Your Princess Future Cruise Package

Your Princess Future Cruise Package is packed with value. These five strategies will help you get the most out of it.

Your Princess Future Cruise Packages gives you exceptional flexibility, value, and added benefits for future travel. Whether you’re a seasoned cruiser or planning your next land adventure, these tips will help you travel more, spend less, and make memories that last a lifetime.

1. Book Your Cruise Early for the Best Itinerary, Stateroom, and Sailing Date Options

Future Cruise Credits (FCCs) can be applied to any new Princess sailing, and the earlier you book, the better your stateroom selection, pricing, and itinerary options. Since your FCCs must be booked within 18 months of your Future Cruise Package purchase date (with travel up to 24 months after Future Cruise Package purchase date), time is on your side — but popular sailings and stateroom categories fill up fast.

Pro move: Browse princess.com for upcoming itineraries, pick your ideal sailing, then call 1-800-PRINCESS, book online or call your travel advisor to apply your FCCs to your next cruise booking. You can apply FCCs to your fare, a companion’s fare, upgrades, or Princess PlusⓇ or Princess PremierⓇ.

2. Stacking Your Benefits for One Epic Trip

Here’s where the magic happens: your Future Cruise Package is designed so that all your benefits can work together. Imagine this itinerary:

  • Use FCCs to explore the world with Princess Cruise Lines, sailing to more than 300 destinations across all seven continents
  • Apply your Onboard Credits toward shore excursions, specialty dining onboard or a luxury spa treatment
  • Before the cruise, redeem a 2-night hotel certificate for a pre-cruise stay near the embarkation port so you board relaxed and ready to cruise
  • With select Future Cruise Packages, enjoy Promotional Onboard Benefits during the cruise like VIP events and priority access
  • After the cruise, use a 5-night Premium Stay certificate for a resort vacation to extend the fun
  • Plus, between cruises, enjoy hotel savings or earn additional FCCs on hotel stays throughout your 24-month Future Cruise Package term

3. Use Hotel Savings for Everyday Travel, Not Just Big Trips

The ability to save or earn on hotel stays is one of the most versatile benefits of your Future Cruise Package because the value extends beyond cruise-related travel. Depending on your package, you can save up to 25% on hotel stays or earn up to 25% back in FCCs to apply towards future Princess cruises. With thousands of hotels worldwide to choose from, your Future Cruise Package can add value to weekend getaways, family vacations, business trips, road trips, pre- or post-cruise stays, and more throughout your 24-month package term. 

When browsing hotels, choose whether you want to save or earn on your booking. You’ll see the lowest available public rate, along with the amount you can save or the FCCs available to earn, making it easy to see the value with each stay.

To get the most value, sort by “Savings” when browsing hotels. This helps you quickly find the hotels where your Hotel Savings go the furthest, making it easier to save more on the stays you already need.

4. Earn While You Spend in the Princess Promotions Marketplace

Select Future Cruise Packages let you earn additional Future Cruise Credits on hotel bookings, as well as merchandise and wine purchases in the Princess Promotions Marketplace. Earn rates can reach up to 25%, depending on your Future Cruise Package.

FCCs earned from hotel bookings will be added to your account after your hotel stay is completed, while FCCs earned on wine and merchandise purchases will be added monthly.

The Princess Promotions Marketplace is more than a shopping destination, it’s another way to extend your cruising power.

5. Flexibility When Plans Change: Know Your Cancellation Rights

Every Future Cruise Package includes a cancellation window: 7 days for most guests, with a full cash refund guaranteed. Florida residents have 30 days and Washington residents have 15 days. Just call 1-800-PRINCESS, option 5.

The bottom line: Your Princess Future Cruise Package is built to give you flexibility, value, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re planning one dream trip or multiple getaways over the next two years, we’re here to help you every step of the way.