Commitments and Contingencies (Details 3) (Brilliance of the Seas) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012 USD ($)	Jun. 30, 2012 GBP (£)
Commitments and Contingencies
Initial lease contractual life	25 years	25 years
Optional lease cancellation period	18 years	18 years
Minimum period of prior notice to cancel lease	1 year	1 year
Future payment if lease terminated	$ 104.8	£ 66.8

Represents the minimum period of notice which is required to exercise the right to cancel the lease.

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