Oceania Cruises will remove non-commissionable cruise fares (NCFs) on all newly launched sailings, extending commissionable earnings for travel advisors across future itineraries.
The change will apply to upcoming programme launches, including the 2028 summer and 2028-2029 winter seasons, as well as the 2028 and 2029 around-the-world voyages. Published commission rates will be calculated on the full cruise fare.
The adjustment is intended to simplify commission structures and improve transparency, while maintaining existing pricing for guests. New itineraries are scheduled to open for sale in May and June.
NCFs remain a common feature across the cruise sector. Their removal on new sailings represents a shift in how advisor compensation is structured, aligning earnings more directly with booking value.
The move comes as the company continues to expand its fleet and itinerary portfolio, including the planned addition of a fifth Sonata-class vessel. The expansion reflects broader growth plans alongside ongoing engagement with the travel trade.
“Travel advisors are central to Oceania Cruises’ growth strategy – today and long into the future,” said Nathan Hickman, chief sales officer of Oceania Cruises. “Eliminating the Non-Commissionable Cruise Fare increases advisor earning potential on every booking and reflects our commitment to building the most advisor-centric commercial model in luxury cruising.”
He added: “This change is about recognising the value travel advisors deliver and ensuring they share more directly in the growth they help create. When our advisors succeed, Oceania Cruises succeeds – and that philosophy will continue to guide how we invest in our partnerships.”
