Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Long-Term Debt - Schedule of Debt Maturities (Details)

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Long-Term Debt - Schedule of Debt Maturities (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Extinguishment of Debt [Line Items]    
Total long term debt (including related parties) $ 2,185,500 $ 2,215,500
2013 0  
2014 to 2015 0  
2016 to 2017 1,665,500  
Thereafter 520,000  
2016 Notes [Member]
    
Extinguishment of Debt [Line Items]    
Total long term debt (including related parties) 1,665,500 1,665,500
2013 0  
2014 to 2015 0  
2016 to 2017 1,665,500  
Thereafter 0  
2020 Notes [Member]
    
Extinguishment of Debt [Line Items]    
Total long term debt (including related parties) 420,000 0
2013 0  
2014 to 2015 0  
2016 to 2017 0  
Thereafter 420,000  
Liquefaction Credit Facility [Member]
    
Extinguishment of Debt [Line Items]    
Total long term debt (including related parties) 100,000 0
2013 0  
2014 to 2015 0  
2016 to 2017 0  
Thereafter $ 100,000