alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 I like checking our cruise periodically on Royal's site to see price changes etc. Seems like our particular cruise, Navigator of the Seas March 10-15 of 2019 is sold out. Should I be worried about it being packed? I've only sailed on one RCL cruise before this one (Brilliance), so not sure what to expect. On the good side, it will probably mean more people for myself and my twin 15 year old girls to meet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Don't be surprised if it opens back up. With 200+ days people will cancel reservations, other people will book them, more people cancel, etc. Until final payment due date lots of people make changes. No need to worry, most cruises sail full regardless when they first start to sell out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 I was more worried about it being so close to the refurb date and hoping they didn't extend it. I assume I'm just being paranoid. The cruise doesn't show on any of the travel sites i checked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Current indicators point to dry dock completing in early February. Dry docks and refurbs are well planned out to the minute. Odds are that another ship is scheduled to arrive for some other sort of work at that facility right after Navigator. It would be very unusual for them to extend a dry dock as it is happening. Possible but highly unlikely. In fact I bet the contractors doing the work would face stiff penalties for missing the due date. Missing by weeks is unheard of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Is this the sailing out of San Juan to the ABC islands? Because, if so, that sailing has been very popular. The only reason why I know this is because my friends were looking at this sailing a few months ago and it was almost sold out then already. It was a great price too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Cruises on either side are still available so I'm guessing it's spring break and being a 5 night cruise it is popular with families since it will be cheaper than a 7 night cruise on another ship that week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Plus with all the buzz that Mariner received after her dry dock, lots of people will be excited to try Navigator after her dry dock. I bet she looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Oops..my bad. I had the wrong ship in mind. However, like @twangster said, that week in spring break in Ontario, Texas, and parts of Florida (according to people in my FB group for my own March 10 sailing). Combine that with Kids Sail Free (that sail date qualifies) all that makes it a popular sailing. So, in answer to your original question, yes, it will probably be packed. But many ships sail full these days..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 I just got word the March 10, 2019 sailing has been chartered, and thus you will have to rebook JLMoran 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 21 minutes ago, twangster said: Cruises on either side are still available so I'm guessing it's spring break and being a 5 night cruise it is popular with families since it will be cheaper than a 7 night cruise on another ship that week. That's why we chose it. Never been to Miami, and my girls' Spring Break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, Matt said: I just got word the March 10, 2019 sailing has been chartered, and thus you will have to rebook Bummer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Oh now I'm pissed. What do I do with the non-refundable airline tickets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, alamode123 said: Oh now I'm pissed. What do I do with the non-refundable airline tickets? If you booked with a travel agent, have them contact RC about getting some kind of dispensation for that. If you booked directly, call up and ask for money towards the change fees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 4 minutes ago, alamode123 said: Oh now I'm pissed. What do I do with the non-refundable airline tickets? On the notice by @Matt, it says they will reimburse any airline change fees if you re-book another. Have you considered the 5 night sailing for that same week on Independence of the Seas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 I'm just SOOOO pissed right now. We had the PERFECT room, one of the corner Large Panorama rooms that are extra large. Already paid for the labadee beach bungalow and Ultimate dining package. This make me SOOO mad. bhageerah, JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, alamode123 said: I'm just SOOOO pissed right now. We had the PERFECT room, one of the corner Large Panorama rooms that are extra large. Already paid for the labadee beach bungalow and Ultimate dining package. This make me SOOO mad. Totally understandable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 22 minutes ago, alamode123 said: I'm just SOOOO pissed right now I feel how pissed you are. I would be too. Does any of the alternatives that Matt lists work at all for you? Please try to get a hold of them ASAP or your TA ASAP, as others will be rushing to get that perfect room too. I feel terrible for you, this sucks big time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keeves Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Ditto. I wonder what the rules are, for allowing RCCL to do this? For example, maybe they won't charter the ship within the last X months before sailing, or after X% of the cabins have been taken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Screw Royal. I absolutely hate them. If I just say screw it, Im out over $2000 US on flights. I cant do another week because its March break, so the first half of the email is worthless. I get a whole $100 to book a new cruise which are booked solid. The only semi equivalent room is out of Ft Lauderdale at $950 more US, and its half the size of the corner large panoramic room we had, on a ship my girls dont want to be on. 8 months out. March break. $100 credit. Could they do any less? Screw you Royal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 How about a 6 night on Adventure? Prices were decent for that sailing about a month ago. I haven't looked since. It leaves the same day (on the 10th) but out of FLL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: How about a 6 night on Adventure? Prices were decent for that sailing about a month ago. I haven't looked since. It leaves the same day (on the 10th) but out of FLL. Thats the one thats $950 US more than I paid. Thats about $1400 more Canadian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 18 minutes ago, alamode123 said: Thats the one thats $950 US more than I paid. Thats about $1400 more Canadian. Did you price out the one on Indy that I mentioned above? We were booked on that one (but I have cancelled it) and it was a good price for 5 nights. It leaves a day earlier though. Not sure if that works for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mljstr Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Something similar happened to me. RCCL cancelled a cruise to change itineraries. We had two balcony cabins. My son was unable to go another time. Our offer was also $100. OBC if we rebooked within a few weeks. This all transpired during Thanksgiving- Christmas season We are Diamond C&A members Several calls later, we rebooked; paid more for outside not balcony cabins and no OBC. We felt screwed! We ended up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 20 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Did you price out the one on Indy that I mentioned above? We were booked on that one (but I have cancelled it) and it was a good price for 5 nights. It leaves a day earlier though. Not sure if that works for you. Independance leaves Saturday, the of oour flight in, but we dont get in until 4, and its other cruise is Thursday to Sunday. Our return flight is saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 10 minutes ago, alamode123 said: Independance leaves Saturday, the of oour flight in, but we dont get in until 4, and its other cruise is Thursday to Sunday. Our return flight is saturday. But if you re-booked with RC then they will reimburse you for the flight changes. ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: But if you re-booked with RC then they will reimburse you for the flight changes. they will give me $400 per guest, which will pay for the flight change charge. Problem is, it's March break. The costs of the actual flights have almost doubled since I booked. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 17, 2018 Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 6 minutes ago, alamode123 said: they will give me $400 per guest, which will pay for the flight change charge. Problem is, it's March break. The costs of the actual flights have almost doubled since I booked. I know its a lot to process and deal with in a few hours. I hope it works out for you and your family. Are you working with a travel agent? This is an example where someone who is used to working through these situations and has dealt with the before can be an invaluable resource. If you are able to find another cruise you may be able to transfer that booking to an agent. MEI Travel who sponsors this site has this kind of experience. They may not be able to assist with the original booking if its more than 60 days since you booked but you can consider them for the rebooked cruise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2018 yes, I'm with MEI. I'm looking over my options, but unless they wow me with customer service, I'm NEVER booking with Royal again. You don't screw over a ship full of customers for a few extra dollars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L454S Posted July 18, 2018 Report Share Posted July 18, 2018 10 hours ago, alamode123 said: yes, I'm with MEI. I'm looking over my options, but unless they wow me with customer service, I'm NEVER booking with Royal again. You don't screw over a ship full of customers for a few extra dollars. I agree with your opinion, and I might feel the same. One point though......have you priced these chartered sailings. They are sometimes 2 or 3 times what you or I would pay for a regular cruise. We check these chartered prices sometimes if it sounds like something that might be fun. As of yet, the saying goes "not enough sugar for a dime". RCI ,however, must see it as enough extra profit to justify pissing off a bunch of people. Sounds like business 101 in the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 18, 2018 Report Share Posted July 18, 2018 11 minutes ago, L454S said: I agree with your opinion, and I might feel the same. One point though......have you priced these chartered sailings. They are sometimes 2 or 3 times what you or I would pay for a regular cruise. We check these chartered prices sometimes if it sounds like something that might be fun. As of yet, the saying goes "not enough sugar for a dime". RCI ,however, must see it as enough extra profit to justify pissing off a bunch of people. Sounds like business 101 in the US. At this point I can't find the chartered cruise on this date. It may be that company hasn't announced it yet or it could be a private charter for a corporate event that won't be made available to the public (or maybe I just haven't found it). Most theme cruises are announced more than 8 months away so they can be marketed successfully resulting in a full ship. https://www.cruisetimetables.com/full-cruise-ship-charters.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monctonguy Posted July 18, 2018 Report Share Posted July 18, 2018 13 hours ago, alamode123 said: yes, I'm with MEI. I'm looking over my options, but unless they wow me with customer service, I'm NEVER booking with Royal again. You don't screw over a ship full of customers for a few extra dollars. That's what Royal does and is doing......we all know they push for max profit....eliminate and downgrade perks, charge more for everything else......this is just another example on a large scale of what happens when a company becomes so big and successful....they don't care about the customers or clients that got them there. If this ever happens to me with Royal, I would very quickly look at changing cruise companies and loyalties! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamode123 Posted July 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2018 15 minutes ago, monctonguy said: That's what Royal does and is doing......we all know they push for max profit....eliminate and downgrade perks, charge more for everything else......this is just another example on a large scale of what happens when a company becomes so big and successful....they don't care about the customers or clients that got them there. If this ever happens to me with Royal, I would very quickly look at changing cruise companies and loyalties! Royal will never, ever, EVER get a dime from me as long as I live, and everyone I know will be told this horror story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose City Cruiser Posted July 18, 2018 Report Share Posted July 18, 2018 Did you purchase trip cancellation insurance or have that perk on the credit card you purchased the airline tickets with? This could be a covered peril. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj34f Posted March 26, 2019 Report Share Posted March 26, 2019 Anyone know who charted the ship in March?? We had the next cruise and had to stand line for hours because these assholes partied all night and would not get up and get off the ship! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew72681 Posted March 26, 2019 Report Share Posted March 26, 2019 1 hour ago, cj34f said: Anyone know who charted the ship in March?? We had the next cruise and had to stand line for hours because these assholes partied all night and would not get up and get off the ship! I think this week is a Zumba charter cruise. SpeedNoodles 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepperandchips Posted March 26, 2019 Report Share Posted March 26, 2019 3 hours ago, cj34f said: Anyone know who charted the ship in March?? We had the next cruise and had to stand line for hours because these assholes partied all night and would not get up and get off the ship! I looked it up and it was basically a party group. It was called the Dream Weekend Cruise - I went to their webpage on my work computer and now wish I had not. There was a lot of skin showing in the photos from their events. Curious parties have been warned! bhageerah and JennyB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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