Still, travel agents and experts say the booking rates for cruise trips in 2021 represent more than just passengers rebooking their cancelled trips. "People are still booking cruises and are anxious to sail again when this is all over," she said. However, some cruise lines have been slow to send the refunds, according to social media posts. Cruise industry experts say the increase in booking volume is a sign of how devoted cruise fans are to their favourite cruise line and destinations. Such cruise fans would include Schuck, who has been on 15 cruises on six cruise lines over the last 20 years.

Source: Stuff April 13, 2020 19:17 UTC