Royal Caribbean, one of the world's largest cruise lines, is introducing a new policy that will charge passengers for failing to show up to dinner reservations at its speciality restaurants. The move aims to ensure that popular dining experiences with limited capacity are available to all guests.
According to reports from Travel Gossip, passengers will be charged $25 per person for a missed reservation or a cancellation made less than 24 hours in advance. For certain premium experiences, including Chef's Table, Omakase, the Empire Supper Club, Izumi Hibachi/Teppanyaki, Lincoln Supper Club, and Royal Railway, the fee doubles to $50. For Celebration Table bookings, the charge is half of the total experience cost.
The new policy does not apply to Star Class and Dining Package reservations. Royal Caribbean stated: "A 24-hour cancellation period will be enforced for all speciality dining reservations and culinary experiences, excluding Star Class and Dining Package reservations." The cruise line added that the policy was designed to ensure passengers can enjoy its popular dining options.
Royal Caribbean operates a fleet of nearly 30 ships, including Icon of the Seas, Odyssey of the Seas, and Wonder of the Seas. Its newest vessel, Legend of the Seas, which weighs 250,000 tonnes and features 21 bars and 23 restaurants, recently took to the water for the first time.
