I booked almost two years in advance, giving an extra year for hostilities to calm down. NCL is not avoiding stopping in Israel on other cruises, only embarking. Everyone's time is precious, as it is all we have left. My value is thousands per hour. It is a shame you value yours so cheaply. At $60k, discount is only $6k, IF YOU GET TO USE IT! There are several reports of rebooking a cancellation Costs MORE for very similar cruise. As all the cruise lines use dynamic pricing and promotions, you don't know costs (or what promos will be in effect) until the cruise is booked. Our group has very strict criteria and due to specific employment obligations, vacation time is very defined. Our cruise was September 29, giving only additional 90 days to pick a cruise, as discounts expire after December 31st sailing. It would be fair if we were provided a 1 year window from original cruise date AND you are guaranteed at least the same promotions that applied to your original booking.