lotusbogardi Posted April 25, 2012 #1 Share Posted April 25, 2012 So, when my upcoming cruise was booked, we had an inside room on the Riviera deck. It was booked early saver, and prices for our cruise have only gone up since. Two weeks ago, I got an offer to upgrade to an interior midship panorama for $40 total. That was a no brainer. Today, the upsell fairy called (he has a lovely Midwest accent, btw) and offered an extended balcony for another $260 total. I took it, but I'm wondering if I got the best deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSRussell Posted April 25, 2012 #2 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Uh, Oh!!:eek: Now you are going to be Balcony snobs for every cruise you take from now on.... As far as I think, you got a great deal. Imagine this....having your morning coffee out on the Balcony, from Room Service, enjoying the fresh air in your robes, without having to go to the Lido. :D I know you will enjoy it!! Melanie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beach410 Posted April 25, 2012 #3 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Good deal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cluelyss18 Posted April 25, 2012 #4 Share Posted April 25, 2012 So, when my upcoming cruise was booked, we had an inside room on the Riviera deck. It was booked early saver, and prices for our cruise have only gone up since. Two weeks ago, I got an offer to upgrade to an interior midship panorama for $40 total. That was a no brainer. Today, the upsell fairy called (he has a lovely Midwest accent, btw) and offered an extended balcony for another $260 total. I took it, but I'm wondering if I got the best deal. they called or e-mailed you? I don't want to chance missing if they call us, not that I think they will, I'm not that lucky... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachpete Posted April 25, 2012 #5 Share Posted April 25, 2012 I don't know if i could ever cruise without one...... I know, snob snob snob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishtaco Posted April 25, 2012 #6 Share Posted April 25, 2012 So, when my upcoming cruise was booked, we had an inside room on the Riviera deck. It was booked early saver, and prices for our cruise have only gone up since. Two weeks ago, I got an offer to upgrade to an interior midship panorama for $40 total. That was a no brainer. Today, the upsell fairy called (he has a lovely Midwest accent, btw) and offered an extended balcony for another $260 total. I took it, but I'm wondering if I got the best deal. I just paid over $400 for an upgrade to extended balcony from a balcony cabin so you got an excellent deal:) Den Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lyn.net Posted April 25, 2012 #7 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Wonderful surprise for you - and a good deal. You will love your balcony! I definitely would have done the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lotusbogardi Posted April 25, 2012 Author #8 Share Posted April 25, 2012 they called or e-mailed you? I don't want to chance missing if they call us, not that I think they will, I'm not that lucky... They emailed the first time, called the second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshua70448 Posted April 25, 2012 #9 Share Posted April 25, 2012 So, when my upcoming cruise was booked, we had an inside room on the Riviera deck. It was booked early saver, and prices for our cruise have only gone up since. Two weeks ago, I got an offer to upgrade to an interior midship panorama for $40 total. That was a no brainer. Today, the upsell fairy called (he has a lovely Midwest accent, btw) and offered an extended balcony for another $260 total. I took it, but I'm wondering if I got the best deal. According to the Fare Viewer, if you booked today on the Pride for a 2-person cruise on 5/27/12 using the SUMMER IS ON SALE promotion, a 4A room would cost $1458, while an 8J room would cost $1798, so normally upgrading would cost $340. I'd say you got a pretty good deal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbh1993 Posted April 25, 2012 #10 Share Posted April 25, 2012 How did you get so lucky! I think you got a great deal. Enjoy....:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elcuchio24 Posted April 25, 2012 #11 Share Posted April 25, 2012 If you think it's a good dea, it's a good deal. Personally, I think that's a great deal!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meyer2 Posted April 25, 2012 #12 Share Posted April 25, 2012 I too think you got a good deal! Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgirl08 Posted April 25, 2012 #13 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Good deal! Once you go balcony....you never go back!!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spunkie4 Posted April 25, 2012 #14 Share Posted April 25, 2012 You will never book anything but a balcony again! You got a great deal. Enjoy your cruise. Shirley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeysed Posted April 25, 2012 #15 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Does the upgrade fairy only call when you book DIRECTLY through carnival.. I used a travel agent.. how would I check or see if an upgrade is available at a better price? My cruise is in October Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISE4JANE Posted April 25, 2012 #16 Share Posted April 25, 2012 How did you get so lucky! I think you got a great deal. Enjoy....:) Good deal. I have never received anything free on cruises. Of course, this will only be my 3rd cruise. But I can honestly say, just to know I have received price drops and an OBC for this cruise (another I just submitted), is really making me think that anything can happen. Now I need the fairy to call me for a good deal. :) and then I can say, Yeah, I got that once. :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cschultz Posted April 25, 2012 #17 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Does the upgrade fairy only call when you book DIRECTLY through carnival.. I used a travel agent.. how would I check or see if an upgrade is available at a better price? My cruise is in October I would like to know this too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truchattycathy Posted April 25, 2012 #18 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Wow! That sounds great to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lotusbogardi Posted April 26, 2012 Author #19 Share Posted April 26, 2012 I mis-typed. I'm on the Verandah deck, not the Panorama! That's okay, though! I'm still super excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdziewit Posted April 26, 2012 #20 Share Posted April 26, 2012 :)I loved the balcony on the Legend when we went. I didn't book one this time due to booking 3 cabins and bringing the kiddos. Hoping to possibly get an upgrade call, but not counting on it. You will love the balcony.:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachpete Posted April 26, 2012 #21 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Good deal! Once you go balcony....you never go back!!!!:) yeppers. And imagine, my first two or three cruises were on ships WITHOUT BALCONIES, oh the horror...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebBrown Posted April 26, 2012 #22 Share Posted April 26, 2012 To reiterate what everyone else has said....once you go balcony, you'll never go back. It's worth every penny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwhite1022 Posted April 26, 2012 #23 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Hmm mental note as a cruise newbie...must either A) avoid balconies at all cost, so as not to desire them in the future, or B) sell a kidney and go for it and never look back :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripjerry95 Posted April 26, 2012 #24 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Sounds like a great deal to me! I have never cruised a balcony..only inside and oceanview. But we were able to check out my in laws balcony cabin when they cruised with us last year. Would be nice. But we would rather be cheap when it comes to the cabin and spend more to PARTY! :DI have never been so lucky to an upsell call. The fairy was good to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenjiRodney Posted April 26, 2012 #25 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Good deal you will be hooked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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