For some, the hardest part of the cruise booking process is finding affordable airfare that works seamlessly with the cruise departure and arrival times.     Now, however, those flying to take a Princess cruise will find the process is much simpler now.

The cruise line has revamped its air/sea program to give passengers full control of their flights plus the ability to coordinate them with the cruise itinerary.   Called “Princess eZAir”, the program lets passengers and their travel agents pick their own carriers and flights and select their preferred cabin level and seating.  And, there’s no extra charge.

In the past, buying airfare from a cruise line was often fraught with problems:  all too often cruisers discovered their flights connected with other airports when a non-stop was possible.  And, to change the itinerary there was a fee of $35.

With Princess eZAir, cruise passengers can choose from two different air options – flexible and restricted – depending on the certainty of their travel plans.  The flexible plan allows passengers to cancel or modify their reservation without charge, while the restricted option offers the benefit of a typically less expensive fare for those travelers who are comfortable with cancellation and change restrictions.  Passengers can view both fare options side by side, so they can make the best choice for their vacation schedule.