Carnival Corp & PLC said today that it will suspend fuel surcharges for it six North American brands as of Dec. 17, 2008.

“As the price of oil has dropped to $46 per barrel, it has now reached a level where we are able to suspend the fuel supplement,” said Bill Harber, director of marketing for Carnival Corp. & PLC

This will affect the following lines: Carnival Cruise Lines, Costa Cruises, Cunard Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and the Yachts of Seabourn.

Mr. Harber warned, however, that if the price of oil were to rise again, it is possible that Carnival could re-instate the fuel charges once again.

This is good news for travelers because it will help make taking a cruise more affordable…right now every little bit helps.