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CARNIVAL SPIRIT

Carnival Cruise Line's Spirit sailing on the sea.

I forgot my ID and missed my $2,402 Carnival cruise! Will I get a refund?

April 22, 2025January 9, 2024 by Michelle Couch-Friedman

Gabriele Fehr and her husband planned to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary in the Caribbean aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Spirit. But in the end, they missed that special Carnival cruise and only their luggage took the $2,402 voyage.


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Celebrity Cruises denied boarding to a pregnant would-be cruise passenger. Here’s why

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Flying to Great Britain soon? Here’s how to get your UK ETA without getting scammed

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This is how to get a refund from a bankrupt airline

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United Airlines travel credit: How to make sure you don’t lose yours


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Walmart promised refund instead gave a coupon, Walmart missing refund, Walmart help

Walmart promised me a $1,297 refund. Instead, I received a $10 online coupon!

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My La-Z-Boy recliner feels like I’m sitting on a $1,900 rock. I need help!

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A struggling student made a $2,500 Zelle mistake. Can we fix this?

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