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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 11 MIN

Can Cruise Lines Add Fuel Fees After Final Payment?

from Professor Melissa's Cruise Pod · host Professor Melissa

Could your cruise fare still go up after final payment? Professor Melissa explains why fuel surcharge clauses matter when oil prices rise, how Carnival, Norwegian, and Royal Caribbean handle them, and what that could mean for your budget. She also covers Norwegian Luna’s christening, Great Stirrup Cay’s drink package and pier updates, Middle East disruption affecting cruise operations, and several major cruise incidents that are a reminder to stay alert while traveling. **Travel Insurance for Cruisers** https://www.profmelissa.com/travelinsurance **Norfolk Cruise Port Guide** https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/norfolk **Bermuda Cruise Port Guide** https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/bermuda  

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