7 and 10 day pre-cruise rate differences

[tigger77732]

Can anyone explain to me why the 2 day pre cruise at the IC Tahiti costs more for the 10 day cruise vs. the 7 day cruise.

 

The website states:

 

The program for the 10-night departures has different rates due to standard air/sea flight schedules and components included in the cruise fare, is 4 nights and based on an afternoon flight from Los Angeles with an overnight in Papeete (oceanview room) prior to transfer to Taha’a for 3-nights.

 

I guess I don't understand what this is saying.

 

Are we getting more for the money difference?

 

Thanks in advance!

 

Melanie

[Emdee]

It says you have 1 night in Papeete and 3 nights in Tahaa. It is not a 2 night package

 

If you have any questions you should call the PG number - they are really helpful.

[tigger77732]

Emdee, I wish it were that. We called and they said that is only if you are going to Taha'a. SO, I am not sure why it is posted in the Tahiti Hotel section.

 

PG's answer as to why the rate is more expensive is due to flight schedule and check in. I still really don't understand. Especially because our "first night" we arrive around midnight.

 

If anyone has any other feedback, please let me know. I just don't understand how the hotel stay is connected to the flight.

[Wendy The Wanderer]

I think it's probably just the timing difference, i.e. perhaps you spend more time at the hotel. And who knows, maybe rates differ depending on the days of the week.

[Emdee]

Are you going to Tahaa?

Those resorts can be pricey.

[tigger77732]

Not going to Taha'a. Yes, very pricey. But this notice was at the top of the online site area for IC Tahiti-10 day 2012 as well as the Taha'a section.

 

Oh well, I can't wait either way! Getting excited!

[Emdee]

Tigger you will have a wonderful cruise! I have to wait until 2013 and am already getting impatient!