ksacer Posted February 17, 2011 #1 Share Posted February 17, 2011 It's been a few years since I last sailed Carnival and it seems that a lot has changed regarding price drops. I keep reading about "early savers"and "price protection" and I am unfamiliar with these terms. Can someone give me the complete run down on the current pricing policies because I am totally confused. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixgun8 Posted February 17, 2011 #2 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Do you have a degree in economics with a minor in BS? cause this topic can get VERY confusing. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksacer Posted February 17, 2011 Author #3 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Do you have a degree in economics with a minor in BS? cause this topic can get VERY confusing. LOL You're not kidding! My head is spinning trying to figure it all out! Please, someone, help me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket63 Posted February 17, 2011 #4 Share Posted February 17, 2011 What is Early Saver?Early Saver is a brand new promotional rate that rewards you for booking early with the absolute lowest rate. In addition, the fares are backed by a unique price protection assurance. Book your cruise now. If you later find a lower Carnival advertised fare for the same sailing and accommodations, Carnival will honor it, issuing the difference in the form of a non-refundable, non-transferable onboard credit. The policy is effective up to two business days prior to sailing. You now have even more great reasons to book early! Not only will you have the best availability of staterooms, dates, and destinations…you’re assured the lowest rate. • How early must I make my reservation? Early Saver is available up to 3 months prior to sailing on short cruises (5 days or shorter) and up to 5 months prior to sailing on long cruises (6 days or greater). • How do I make an Early Saver reservation? Contact your Travel Agent, your Personal Vacation Planner, call 1-800- Carnival or visit www.Carnival.com. • Does Early Saver follow Carnival’s standard deposit, payment and cancellation terms? The deposit and payment terms are the same. However, Early Saver reservations require a full non-refundable deposit per person. • What if I need to make changes to my ship or sailing date? Ship and sailing date changes are allowed prior to the final payment due date, subject to a $50 service fee per person, per change. Changes made after the final payment due date are subject to standard cancellation penalties. • What is the price protection assurance feature? If, after booking, you find a lower Carnival advertised fare, Carnival will honor it, issuing the difference in the form of a non-refundable onboard credit. The lower fare must be: i) for the same ship, sailing, stateroom category and number of guests; ii) available for booking at the time you submit your request for the lower rate; and iii) a rate you are eligible to receive, if special restrictions apply. Price protection will be subject to the prevailing fees and/or fuel supplement if applicable. • What is a Carnival advertised fare? A Carnival.com or Carnival advertised fare available to the general public. A Carnival advertised fare excludes group rates, membership programs, charters or other Travel Agent promotions not offered by Carnival to the general public• What should I do once I find a lower rate? Complete a price protection claim form. If the request meets the price protection requirements, we will process your onboard credit for the fare difference and send you an email confirmation within 2 business days of your request. • What information must be submitted for a price protection request? Guest(s) name Sailing information Available cruise fare being requested Where the lower advertised fare was found (i.e.: Carnival.com) • When can I submit a price protection request? Carnival will accept price protection requests up to 2 business days prior to sailing. • How many times can I submit a price protection request? Provided that you are eligible for the lower fare, there are no restrictions to the number of price protection requests or the requested amount. Note: No Downgrades are allowed. Here is the link to get the form for the price reduction: http://www.carnival.com/ cms/requestforms/ CCLEarlySaverForm.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksacer Posted February 17, 2011 Author #5 Share Posted February 17, 2011 What is the price drop/cancellation policy if I book too late to be eligible for the early saver policy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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