Andi Land

I’m looking at two Hawaii itineraries for 2021. One stops in Nawiliwili and is 18 days. The other does not stop there and is 17 days. Otherwise, the itineraries are identical. So, is it worth it to take the longer trip?

I know for most people it’s only 1 additional day but due to when they depart, the 18 day trip would cost me 3 additional vacation days over the 17 day trip. 

Thanks for for any help. 

22 minutes ago, Cruise Junky said:

I wonder if you can ask for no upgrade and still purchase it. I’d be interested but not with the risk of losing my massive balcony on 4 

Yes you can have them mark it as do not upgrade. It’s what I did. Even though I’m in an obstructed balcony, I chose the location to be midship and not above the music area. I don’t want an upgrade that would put me in a louder location. 

9 minutes ago, 3rdGenCunarder said:

Thanks for posting this, Kevin. Interesting that they've added a special event (possibly a cocktail party somewhere?). I wonder what "restrictions" apply to the upgrade? Does this put you at the head of the line to get an upgrade?  I love aft cabins on the Vista ships. I wouldn't want an "upgrade" from there.

 

So they've lowered the price and added some elements to the Orange Pass. Sounds like $50 pp pd wasn't the right price. Does this offer come only after you have booked? I've had cheap upgrade offers pop up after I've completed an airline booking, so perhaps HAL is following that model.

 

 

When I called yesterday I was able to add it to my 2020 cruise at the $35 pp/pd price. I had to call the ships inventory line and not the regular customer service line. 

She did mention the special event. She said it could be a tour or a talk or whatever the captain wanted. So, who knows what it will be. 

I also asked about about the upgrade. I’m in an obstructed view verandah. She said they would do an upgrade to a higher level of verandah category IF available. So, I took that to mean if the other categories sell out I’ll probably be out of luck. Who knows. 

I was was willing to roll the dice and sign up for it. I’ll see how it goes next year. 

I have a Koningsdam cruise planned for May of 2020. I called ship inventory department to ask about Club Orange for my cruise. I asked about price and it is now $35 pp/pd. Looks like they realized $50 pp/pd was more than people would spend. 

There should be an option that says “Manage Payments” and that’s where you would make the final payment. You have to be logged in and at the screen that shows your bookings.  

We just got off the Oosterdam on Sunday. During this cruise we earned 3 star status. We went to the mariner lunch but there was no ceremony that I know of. Our Pins were in our mailbox. Did we miss something? 

DocJohnB and Sedband Mom are getting ready for a wonderful 14 day Canada New England cruise aboard the Zaandam. Have a fantastic cruise! Bon Voyage. 

Let’s wish a great big Bon Voyage to gknep on their first ever HAL cruise. This is a 7 day Alaska aboard the wonderful Eurodam. 

Bon Voyage!

No, they don’t store your credit card info for that. It has to be entered every time. At least that’s what I’ve encountered. 

Bon Voyage Roy! This next leg in the journey after leaving the Nieuw Statendam is for a 3 Night Kiel to Southampton on board the Queen Victoria. This will be followed by some time on board the Queen Mary 2 for 12 nights coming from Southampton to New York. Have a great time on this back to back to back adventure. 

I have to admit I’m a little jealous that I’m not on this fabulous 21 day Alaska itinerary onboard the Maasdam. Bon Voyage Adventure! Bon Voyage RetiredNow! Have a fantastic vacation. 

Rest In Peace Walt. Blessings to his family and all who loved him. 

Let’s wish a great big Bon Voyage to Portofrome for a 10 day Adriatic Dream sailing aboard the Veendam. This looks like an excellent itinerary. Enjoy!

Let’s wish a big Bon Voyage to Roz for the next leg of a B2B. Next up is Nieuw Amsterdam’s first Alaska cruise of the season!

Bon Voyage Roz.  Enjoy the beauty that Alaska has on display every day. 

Name calling of people who are trying to help you is shameful. 

I’ve been in this situation. Was specifically told I could have been denied boarding if I hadn’t care of it. And would have been out thousands of dollars. 

Take the advice and call and if you’re right then you can come back and say “neener, neener”. Until then, better safe than sorry. 

I also suggest you contact HAL directly regarding the two girls in their own room. Last year I made a booking for two staterooms for my family. Hubby and I in one room kids in the other. My reservation was flagged in Seattle and we had to call and clarify a few things. My daughter was set to turn 21 on the cruise and my son was 16. They had to escalate this to the higher ups for approval since no one in the room was 21on the day of sailing. Maybe they’ve changed their policy in the last year but I’d call just to be safe. If you try and do the booking on your own thru the HAL system it will not let you book with two 13 year olds. I’d also ask your TA what info she submitted to make it work. Sounds shady. 

And to to answer the original question, only those in Neptune get Neptune perks. 

Clarabella_Baby is sailing in the European 4 night repositioning cruise from San Diego to get the Eurodam ready for her Alaska season. 

Bon Voyage! Enjoy the sea days and relaxation. 

 Let’s wish a big Bon Voyage to vinonme2 who is taking the 11 night Ancient Empire cruise on the Koningsdam with her daughter in law. Looks like an awesome itinerary. Have a great time. 

5 minutes ago, Roz said:

Thank you!  I'm spending Easter Sunday doing laundry and packing.  In the past the Coastals have been 4 days, so a 6 day is a real treat, plus the stops in Santa Barbara and San Francisco which are new.  Can't wait to see Butchart Gardens in the spring when we stop in Victoria.  I'm staying on for the 1st Alaskan cruise of the season.  13 days total on the NA.

 

Roz

Butchart Gardens is beautiful in the spring! Enjoy the extended trip and the extra time in Alaska. 

Let wish a Bon Voyage to LoveHal and Chickadee.  They will be sailing on the wonderful Westerdam for 15 nights from Yokohama to Vancouver. 

Have a a great cruise!

Bon Voyage Roz, Canadianbear, and jhannah. I love these shorter Pacific Coastal cruises. Enjoy the Nieuw Amsterdam and all she has to offer. 

Let’s wish a wonderful Bon Voyage to gwilli who is setting off on the 12 day European Explorer aboard the Prinsendam. 

Let’s also wish a big Bon Voyage to StLouisCruiser who is also on the Prinsendam for the 26 day European River Explorer and Celtic Explorer. 

Both of these itineraries look amazing. Have a fantastic time exploring. 😊

4 hours ago, kazu said:

Bon Voyage everyone!

 

And a special one to Roy with thanks for covering for me while I had the nerve to cruise.  🙂 

 

And a special thanks to Andi for taking over - looks great Andi Land - great job 😄 

You’re welcome! I hope you’re having a great time and that a Roy does too when he boards N. Statendam in a few days time 😊

Bon Voyage to crystalspin, dr’spin, and Taters for the 16 day Azores and Normandy Explorer aboard the Zuiderdam.

Wishing you all a wonderful vacation and many happy memories. 

Traveling Dot is getting ready for the 21 day Transatlantic Azores, Normandy, Amsterdam, and Norwegian Fjords. 

This itinerary looks like a dream! I’ll have to put it on my bucket list.

Have a wonderful time Traveling Dot.