BeasleysMom66

I don't. I simply didn't want to pay interest on the balance and preferred to pay in cash not credit. Apparently Celebrity can't handle that. I don't carry balances on my cards. 😂😂😂 depends on who you sre. Especially these days. Try telling that to my useless brother who can't do Sesame Street level money management.

To the best of my knowledge the whales don't use travel agents or migration planners like cruisers do but here is what I found when I googled it: What is the best month to see whales in Alaska? Gray whales are the first to arrive, typically in April when they're often spotted off of Seward. By May, we start to see more orcas, then humpback whales come June. Alaska's peak whale season is considered to be May through September, and it's during this time that the boat tours operate.

I follow that part. What I don't agree with is once I went to the hotel desk and paid the bill there was no charges to put through. I had a zero balance. They should have only released the hold not tried to bill me again then blocked me from leaving in a humiliating fashion. If I had actually owed money that would be one thing but when I upheld my responsibility and paid in full my credit card was no longer needed. Which they tried to put through after being paid in cash. Shame on them. You don't get to double dip and humiliate the passenger while trying. PERIOD.

I just bought these from Amazon: Professional High Powered Binoculars: 20x magnification and 50mm objective lens ensure wide-angle viewing from distances of over 1000 yards. These lightweight binoculars are perfect for bird watching, hunting, travel, stargazing, concerts, football games, climbing, hiking, driving, observing wildlife, and taking in scenery. HD Vision with Quality Optics - These 20x50 binoculars for adults high powered are specially designed with BAK-4 Prisms and FMC film lenses, which minimize the loss of light due to reflection and ensure brighter and clearer high-contrast images. Clear Low Light Night Vision: 50mm lenses are larger than usual, which provides them with more light-gathering power. Therefore, they are more effective in low-light conditions, delivering clear vision. However, they cannot provide clear vision in complete darkness. I have been using them star gazing at night and bird watching and so far am impressed. They were a decent price too at $69

I think it is just Celebrity's poorly designed website and IT department. I purchased my Premium Access last month and it does not reflect on my luggage tags for my cruise on May 17th. I don't foresee major problems because of it but once you pay for the package it should automatically be linked to your reservation. Too bad it doesn't work that way for all of us.

He didn't put anyone on "blast" he simply posted to exercise caution. The only one blasting someone is you. He is allowed to express his opinion even if you disagree with it. Your blast was uncalled for.

You would think but no and as it was my first time cruising I didn't have the knowledge to push for it.

I made that mistake on my first cruise ever. I was on the Equinox with Celebrity and I knew I was reaching my limit on my credit card so I went down on the last night and paid in cash and got a zero balance receipt. Next morning I go to disembark and get the loud warning bell that I am denied leaving because I have a balance. WHAT???? It was SO humiliating. I had to go back to the "front desk" and asked them to explain why I was denied leaving. They told me I had a balance and I asked for the folio. When she printed it it was identical to the zero balance sheet from the night before. I asked how much cash was needed to pay zero? The purser looked at me sheepishly and offered no apology. I was finally cleared to leave. That said on the next cruise with 2 friends from the first (all in separate cabins/reservations) one of us always had a money problem. After Friend 1 and I left the ship we passed Friend 2 leaning on a pillar with a cruise employee standing there. We didn't pay much attention at first but asked if she wanted to share a cab to the airport with us. She said no she had some "business" to take care of. As we waited to get our luggage we were talking about what could be wrong and another passenger said they had heard her talking to the employees and she had a balance she couldn't pay. We lost touch with her and I don't know how it was handled but she was off the ship but an employee was standing there next to her for what purpose I don't know. My guess is they had her sign a promissory note before she could claim her luggage and go home.

Apology accepted. 🙂 No worries it happens.

FYI: my post you quoted refers to traffic jerks not cruise ship boarding. It was an analogy from a previous post. I could care less who boards when. That is between the port and the passenger.

I haven't seen anything higher on my cruise. I did the math on what I anticipated spending on my 7 night cruise in Alaska and since it is port intensive even with a discount I would spend more on a beverage package than I would use so I am going to risk it and go without.

I made the purchase for almost the same reason(s) as the OP. It was 2 device premium wifi along with some perks I would use cheaper than just 2 device premium wifi for the cruise. For me the waived room service fees/gratuities and priority luggage are added benefits. Since I am Concierge cabin/Select CC I already have access to the lunch but won't need it either way as I am on a whale watch prior to my cruise departure in Seward. Being able to have priority to drop off my luggage once I arrive in Seward that morning before heading to the pier for the whale watch and the 2 device wifi alone is worth it.

I know what a zipper merge is. I am referring to the butt munches who ignore that process and feel like they don't have to wait like the rest of us and bypass it and expect to be let in anyway. You know: you.

These are the same people who see a lane merging on the highway and fly up to the front knowing that someone will cave and let them in. I am of the other type in that you will hit orange cones/barrels for 2+ miles before I let you in. Unless of course you have your purple traffic royalty sticker issued by the DMV visible in the window.

I bought this as well and had to go back and look at the description when it didn't show on my luggage tags and I wondered the same thing. It says it will appear on the key cards. It doeesn't mention the luggage tags or cruise docs. I figured if it was an issue on my cruise next month I will show the purchase email to the port people if they need it. Hopefully someone else has more information.

Mine showed up as well.

While the experience is helpful information it in no way guarantees the same experience at every port on any given day. It could even change at her port if she is off and someone bent on the rules is working. The major problem the OP has is if they don't have it renewed in time there is a very real risk that the son is denied boarding based on the passport date and they would have no recourse. All the discussion is irrelevant because it takes one CSR and their supervisor determined to stick to the "rule" and it is game over.

There is a description on the SE and it is listed as "strenuous" on the site. Here are some excepts: Activity Level Strenuous This tour is not recommended for guests with pre-existing medical conditions such as cardiac, respiratory, or orthopedic conditions, including joint injuries or disease, or any other serious medical condition. Guests must consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate. Guests who have concerns must consult with their personal physician before engaging in any activity that may be strenuous for them, particularly those involving water-based activities. Guests should consider their swimming ability when selecting tours involving water-based activities. Important details and advisements This tour is strenuous. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate. Guests must be less than 6 feet 8 inches tall. Guests must weigh less than 250 pounds to participate. Pregnant women and guests with back/neck problems should not select this tour. Guests will be entering a wilderness environment without restroom facilities. Guides will be available to explain protocol for disposing of human waste and Leave no Trace ethics to minimize our impact on wilderness areas. Guests must be able to walk over potentially slippery rocks on the beach, and trek through primitive wilderness areas that include varied, wet, and uneven terrain. Guests must be able to drag boats short distances and must be able to enter and exit watercraft. Guests in wheelchairs and others with limited mobility should not select this tour. Guests will be entering a temperate rainforest environment and should dress accordingly. Rain gear and all paddling and trekking gear will be provided except for hiking boots and personal clothing items. Guests should be aware there are certain inherent risks involved in any paddling excursion. They do not provide hiking boots or protective shoe covering that I can see. This tour sounds great but even at my fitness level I don't think I would be cut out for it. I highlighted the relevant parts and this came directly from the Celebrity description of the activity.

I am taking my first Alaska cruise next month on Celebrity. I chose a port side balcony cabin as my itinerary is a southbound one which means the port side will primariy be towards the land. That said, I am told that when going into the bay(s) with glaciers etc. that the ship does a 360 so that both sides get an equal opportunity to view the wonder of the glaciers. I would think Princess does the same thing. If your itinerary is southbound only I would choose port. If it is north bound only I would choose starboard. If it is round trip it probably doesn't matter choose the cabin location you like best as for half the trip you will be oceanside anyway.

On excursions I generally do not tip except in 2 different occasions on the same cruise. 1st time was ship booked tour in Belize to the Mayan ruins. One of our guides was an amazing guy and took his time to share so much about the ruins, their culture and I was the only one who tagged along to listen to him. He helped me get great pictures (solo cruiser) and after hearing his partner talk at our lunch stop about how the one beer Belize makes is trash (and it is) and how much their people in Belize LOVE Bud LIght but how expensive it was ($4/can apparently she hasn't been to NY, Vegas or a cruise ship LOL) I had no problem buying him a couple of Bud Lights over lunch. Needless to say he was the envy of other tour guides he was dining with when I brought them over. He was such a great guide I got his email and we keep in touch. If I get the chance to do Belize again I would hire him in a heart beat. The 2nd was a private tour I booked in St. Lucia. Wasn't fancy. Riding around in the dude's wood panel 70s station wagon but a top notch local tour. I was the only one willing to ride in the front seat with him but the added commentary and conversation was GOLD. We had a traditional St. Lucian lunch which was warm home made bread and a local cheese. He apologized as he though I was expecting a fancy lunch (some of the others were whining) and I laughed and told him the only thing I wished I had was maybe some butter for that warm bread but other than that I was happy. Needless to say at some of our shopping stops he steered me to the locals and made sure I got good discounts. The banana liquor I bought was on his recommendation and it was fabulous. I flipped him a $20 and he was over the moon. Bottom line is if a tour guide makes the focus of their talk their gratuity you won't see me reaching into my wallet. Do just a bit more and make the tour special and the focus is sharing the local culture and vibe: you will get a lot of appreciation from me.

I am scheduled to be on the Summit May 17th in Alaska. I hope what ever this is gets resolved quickly and permanently.

Neither working for me right now. Oh well.

Just checked and the excursions I booked are all the same price that I paid originally so no sale there for me. It appears they are having a Flash Sale and drink packages are 35% off and WiFi is on sale too. I just booked Premium Access because it includes the 2 devices premium WiFI but also no room service fees/gratuities and other stuff is a lot less than the simply 2 device WiFi package. I booked the Premium Access for the added savings.

Will they refund the difference or do you have to cancel and rebook?

That should be Royal Carribean. It was the Symphony of the Seas that was last to depart Saturday. Celebrity was the Apex. This I did know. For these residents the horns are definitely not a bother. I know some gather out on the lawn too. Thanks everyone for the input. Curiosity satisfied. I have 39 days to go to my Alaska cruise but may have to suspend watching sail aways as it only makes the time seem longer to departure not shorter. I needed to win that 1.3 billion dollar lottery, or at least a good chunk of it so I could book a last minute southern sail out of FLL and tell my boss to just deal with it but it didn't work out.