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Travel Advsior FAQ
The following information will answer many of your questions. For more information email agents@americancruiselines.com.
What is commissionable with American Cruise Lines?
Cruise Fare (less discounts) and Cancel for any Reason Protection Plan (CFAR).
When will my commission be paid?
Approximately 45 days prior to the date of sail.
When is commission protected?
When a booking is paid in full and if a guest cancels
When can an agency take over direct booking?
Travel Agents may take-over bookings within 14 days of the initial deposit.
When can an agency take over an onboard booking?
Only the original travel agent may take over an onboard booking.
Who do I contact to cancel my client's reservation?
Any cancellation must be received via email at reservations@americancruiselines.com. We cannot take cancellations over the phone.
How do I experience a cruise with American Cruise Lines? Do you ever do FAMS?
We allow you to select an itinerary and date that's convenient for you. We approve on a case by case basis starting 60 days prior to the date of sail. We require any agents applying for FAMs complete our certification courses and submit the form found here along with an image of your IATA, CLIA per the instructions found on the form.
Is it possible for me to do a Ship Inspection?
We would love to invite you aboard for a tour of our ship when we are in port. You can select the region and timeframe for Ship Inspections here and we will contact you shortly before the selected date to arrange your visit depending on availability and COVID protocols in place at that time.
I have changed agencies and would like to move my client's booking from my former agency to my current one, how do I do this?
The previous agency must send a formal release of the booking to agents@americancruiselines.com prior to final payment.
How do I update my agency information i.e. address, phone number?
Email any agency changes to agents@americancruiselines.com.
I just set our agency up on the portal. How do I get the rest of my agency into your system?
Your agents can either register here or you can email a complete list of whomever you would like to be added under your agency to agents@americancruiselines.com.