It would be nice if Princess stepped up with the (well-deserved) full flight refunds, hotel money, food money, etc. that they are giving to the folks who were on their way or already in Europe when they heard the cancellation news of the Feb. 18 sailing to those of us who were in the same boat (in flight or already in Europe) having been cancelled for the Feb. 8th sailing.
As someone mentioned, people frequently add to their vacations on the front or back end to Europe. We did the front end add-on time and were on the plane one hour into the flight when we saw the cancellation email that was sent right after we took off. Our offer was a refund of what we paid, and some casino free play on our next cruise since it was a casino booking. $200 for airline change fees which we had to support with evidence. Even though we paid $2600 more for an upgraded cabin, that was not eligible for FCC. Not much.
We are still in Europe, after spending numerous jet-lagged hours upon arrival making arrangements on the fly and spending more than we originally paid Princess to cover new hotels, extra (last minute) flights, food, etc. waiting out our original return flight from Rome on the 18th. Of course, we had a good time, but not the amazing, relaxing new-ship vacation we were expecting.
I am so sorry for all of those affected by this. I know just how you feel and Princess really dropped the ball here. Especially with the โyes, it will be sailing on the 8thโ reassurances we were given more than once by Princess in the weeks leading up to it.
Best of luck to everyone who is dealing with this right now.