Ahoy there, Patricia! I’m thrilled to hear you put a
placeholder on a future cruise when you cruised last month; you already took advantage of one of my top insider tips! But I understand making that next reservation is not always a straightforward process, so I’m glad you decided to sail by planDisney with this question.
In full disclosure, I’m not a travel agent, so I’ve never experienced this process firsthand. But from what I’ve learned, a travel agency can take over another agency's reservation within 30 days of the origination of the booking, as long as the voyage fare is not paid in full. I believe the manager/owner of the original agency (where the original reservation was made) would need to send a written request authorizing the release of the booking to another agency.
I recognize this is not a straightforward process, so you may want to
call a helpful Disney Cruise Line Representative to walk you through the details and confirm this also applies to placeholders.
Before you do, go ahead and peruse the
latest Disney Cruise Line Itineraries so you have an idea of what sailing you hope to reserve with that placeholder. Don’t forget, the
Disney Destiny will be setting sail for the first time this November as well. If you’re looking to write your own hero’s journey, I highly recommend booking one of the
inaugural 4- and 5-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean before they sell out.
Remember, Patricia, the sea is calling. No matter what itinerary you choose, you’re sure to make magical memories to last a lifetime. And if you have any more questions before that trip, I hope you’ll sail back to us here at
planDisney.
Embrace the magic,
Sami