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I have been on a few and we have been very happy. They treat you very well anticipating you will repeat your spending. Special events, dinners, etc. I have never been pressured unless we showed an interest in a piece and talked to them about the piece. Its fun meeting some artists as well. I wouldn’t turn down a free trip. If you can’t afford to purchase don’t but enjoy your trip. One negative, don’t choose a cruise where they have chartered the whole boat. In 2021 we choose a river cruise on the American Queen and was so excited to finally go on a river cruise. The major problem was Park West had total control of the boat because it was chartered. Only half of a crew to serve everyone. The bars were seldom open, couldn’t get food when desired, no activities and crew was overworked. Big ships, kudos to Park West…We enjoy it very much.
 

I will try that, thank you.

Thank you all for your response. It was a guaranteed suite and I got A S2 Sky Suite. They have several S1 Sky Suites open and would love to have the aft corner. Regardless, I am happy. I wonder if a move-up would be offered with a suite guarantee.

I am traveling in August if it sails. I booked a guaranteed suite and I have already been assigned a Sky Suite and am very happy with the location. My question is: if any higher level suites are vacant before we sail is it possible that we will get moved to a better suite or will they keep us in the currently assigned? Definitely not complaining as I like our location. Thank you.

Thank you for your reply.

Thank you. I would love the corner but it’s   $2000 more total. Would love to have the overhang.

Thank you for your response.

I have no idea. I would call Celebrity customer service. I would think so but don’t want to just guess.

I’m reading that the Sky Suite beds on Celebrity are only queen size. Is that correct?

On a 7 night cruise which sea day are formal nights held. I should know this but I usually don’t do them but this trip there are friends and will be attending. Thank you. 

Thank you.

I sure appreciate the feedback from everyone. I am no longer concerned about a cabin on Deck 12. I didn’t realize the price at Le Petit may come down once on ship. Thank you for that information. 

Thank you for your reply. It sure look like fun. 

19 minutes ago, acesneights99 said:

If RCCL doesn't file for bankruptcy. If it does your 125% FCC will be worthless.

 

Negative shareholder equity, huge cash burn and no new bookings.

I’m all in for the 125% FCC. 

Your response makes good sense. I already lost a lot on RCCL stock.. 

Thanks to both of you for your comments, they are very helpful. Definitely will not go to Le Petit although it looked like a fun experience.

I’m all in for the 125% FCC. 

I have two cruises scheduled for August 2020. Many will think I’m crazy but if they aren’t cancelled I plan to go. I suspect that they will be cancelled. Definitely want the cruise credit vs refund.

I booked a guaranteed suite because with the military discount was so good. At this time the only Sky Suites left are Deck 12 under the buffet and Oceanview Bar. Has anyone experienced these cabins and are they doable or awful? Also, has anyone been to the Le Petit Chef? Is it worth it? I read that the food wasn’t the same quality as the other specialty restaurants and for $55pp I want the food to be very good as well. Thank you.

Only 2 weeks away so may be too late.

Nov. 6, 2019, Oosterdam, 17 day Circle Hawaii. 

I have been on several HAL cruises. 3, 4, 7 and 14 day cruises.

Did you get the upgrade? Just curious as I am waiting for a room assignment now for a cruise leaving 1August.

 

 

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Yes, I got it about two days ago. Unfortunately no upgrade, I got a fully obstructed cabin. I think that happened because there were many that were booked on the cruise on 15 August that were put on our cruise (because of a charter or something). Those people probably got the better cabins and rightfully so since they had to change their date of sailing

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You will be looking at a wall but you will get light through the window and very easy access to the lower promenade deck (the biggest balcony on the ship). This is a wonderful itinerary. See you on board!

Thank you for the info. Not long to go now.

Well I got my cabin assignment with no upgrade. Deck 6 HH 301 fully obstructed. Does anyone know what I will be looking at? A wall? From what I can see on a picture of the ship it won't be a lifeboat. Suspect a large, white, steel wall. I do like that it is the end stateroom and Deck 6.

Is that included in unlimited laundry package, or additional cost?

 

 

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Good question.

You will most certainly want to reserve a car (no money down and keep watch for price drops)as soon as possible. We reserved one at Avis and also Enterprise, Downtown, very easy. We also took the free HAL shuttle, from the port, into town and walked a few blocks to get the car. We went all over the Seward Highway as far as Byron Glacier....loved the walk to see the glacier and we walked on it too. We also went on the ski lift for lunch at the top of Alyeska Lodge was so amazing in Girdwood!!! You can also go to Portage Glacier, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Girdwood. We did all that and more with our time in Anchorage port in our rental car. Reserve it now! :D Have an amazing cruise!!

Thank you, I have reserved one. Appreciate the other information.

We think it is a good idea. Lots of others will be booking. We booked in advance with Enterprise and took the HAL shuttle downtown then a short taxi ride to the agency (they would have picked us up but we didn't want to wait). They returned us to shuttle stop when we returned. Drove to Palmer and Wasilla. Not much to see except a huge Walmart in Wasila. Drove to Hatcher Pass for some beautiful scenery and also stopped at a few parks along the highway. A great tour of about 7 hours.

 

Dan

Still figuring out how to respond to individuals and finally figured it out. Thank you, I now have a car reserved.