Suite perks for Family

[707rider]

We're a family of 5 with three of us staying in a suite and two nephews staying in an interior cabin. Will the nephews be able to accompany us during embarkation and the breakfasts and lunches at Cagneys? Thanks for any help.

[Guindalf]

The official answer is no, they can't. However, I can't see anyone splitting up a family, so just ask when you get on board. I'm sure it'll be fine.

[Demonyte]

Going by the book, no.

 

But in reality it all depends on the ship's capacity and concierge - priority embarkation/disembarkations is usually no problem but private breakfast/lunch venue can often be a problem.

[Demonyte]

However, I can't see anyone splitting up a family...

 

 

They have splitted the family up themselves by not purchasing proper accommodations with required perks for everyone - definitely not staff's fault.

[rvsullivan]

The two nephews are adults, I would guess yes if they are in a cabin alone? If so, no, suite guests only in Cagney's. You will however, be able to join them in the MDR if you wish. Priority embarkation will probably be ok unless the ship is very full. Ask the Concierge when you go to Suite check in. If not, you can join them in the regular embarkation line.

[DevonianCruiser]

Not meaning to be rude but people pay a lot of money for suites and the perks that go with it and it's not really on for people to get something they've not paid for.

 

We booked three suites last summer for two weeks to accommodate 8 of us, if we could have gotten away with some cheaper cabins and all the perks that went with suites because some of our relations had a suite, we would have saved thousands.

[GORDONCHICK]

If the cruise is over spring break, I wouldn't hold your breath. Most ships are sailing well over capacity during those weeks. If every single berth in every single suite is occupied, Cagney's (or other venue on many ships) would be very full.

[kchiumento]

Call NCL and have them link your reservations together. You will be able to embark and check in at the same time. And disembark together as well. We did it in 2013 with my parents and had no problem. You'll be fine.

[evk1972]

Not meaning to be rude but people pay a lot of money for suites and the perks that go with it and it's not really on for people to get something they've not paid for.

 

We booked three suites last summer for two weeks to accommodate 8 of us, if we could have gotten away with some cheaper cabins and all the perks that went with suites because some of our relations had a suite, we would have saved thousands.

 

I have to agree with you. Suites perks are for those staying in the suites. People complain about the prices going up...this an example of why.

[Loucat]

Well, silly me!

I should link our non suite passengers with my reservation and have them join us with suite perks!

Did not know this could be done.

[707rider]

Not meaning to be rude but people pay a lot of money for suites and the perks that go with it and it's not really on for people to get something they've not paid for.

 

We booked three suites last summer for two weeks to accommodate 8 of us, if we could have gotten away with some cheaper cabins and all the perks that went with suites because some of our relations had a suite, we would have saved thousands.

 

I understand:) I could of added the 2 nephews to my suite for just the price of the taxes with the family sail free promo which would of been a lot cheaper but I chose to just get them their own cabin. So I'm actually paying more now than I could be. Hope that made sense;)

[rvsullivan]

I understand:) I could of added the 2 nephews to my suite for just the price of the taxes with the family sail free promo which would of been a lot cheaper but I chose to just get them their own cabin. So I'm actually paying more now than I could be. Hope that made sense;)

 

It makes perfect sense, however, you didn't book them in a suite. Again, are they adults? If so, they might be able to check in with you, but no Cagney's or Haven perks. Best bet would be either upgrade them to the suite, or plan you meals with them in the MDR. Doesn't matter if the reservations are linked or not. Suites only for the breakfast and lunch perks.

[DMH15]

I understand:) I could of added the 2 nephews to my suite for just the price of the taxes with the family sail free promo which would of been a lot cheaper but I chose to just get them their own cabin. So I'm actually paying more now than I could be. Hope that made sense;)

 

Sorry. People try and use your example but it doesn't float.

 

First, from a money standpoint no difference in $ than if the 2 cabins were strangers.

 

Think about it from NCL's point of view, not yours. If you booked ALL of you in a cabin and the extra cabin is booked too they make more.

 

The only way to assure suite perks for ALL is for ALL to book SUITES.

[triptolemus]

I understand:) I could of added the 2 nephews to my suite for just the price of the taxes with the family sail free promo which would of been a lot cheaper but I chose to just get them their own cabin. So I'm actually paying more now than I could be. Hope that made sense;)

 

It makes perfect sense.

 

Others before you have had this same situation. For example, I recall one poster who booked (I believe) a 2 bedroom family suite on the Jewel. This cabin accommodates up to 6, which would have been a bit crowded. So, rather than shove everyone in there, this poster was looking to get an inside down the hall for two of the guests. They could share the suite, but at bedtime, things would be much more comfortable. The poster took a beating here, and was admonished for trying to get suite perks for these other 2 "inside" guests, who easily could have received them had they gone with plan A. People just couldn't understand the concept. It's too bad that NCL doesn't have a way to deal with this specific type of situation... perhaps they do.

 

Many here are all up in everyone else's business... it's just the way it is. (See also, tipping, DSC, 18-20 year-old alcohol consumption, etc.)

[707rider]

It makes perfect sense.

 

Others before you have had this same situation. For example, I recall one poster who booked (I believe) a 2 bedroom family suite on the Jewel. This cabin accommodates up to 6, which would have been a bit crowded. So, rather than shove everyone in there, this poster was looking to get an inside down the hall for two of the guests. They could share the suite, but at bedtime, things would be much more comfortable. The poster took a beating here, and was admonished for trying to get suite perks for these other 2 "inside" guests, who easily could have received them had they gone with plan A. People just couldn't understand the concept. It's too bad that NCL doesn't have a way to deal with this specific type of situation... perhaps they do.

 

Many here are all up in everyone else's business... it's just the way it is. (See also, tipping, DSC, 18-20 year-old alcohol consumption, etc.)

 

Thank you. You described the exact the situation I'm in. The thing is, I don't even want to share most of the perks with the 20 something nephews because they'll probably be doing their own thing most of the trip. We can always meet and eat in another venue. No problem. I was just hoping we could all embark and disembark together. Sorry I didn't explain that in better detail. If anything, will I be able to forego the priority boarding and just embark with their group?

[707rider]

Thank you. You described the exact the situation I'm in. The thing is, I don't even want to share most of the perks with the 20 something nephews because they'll probably be doing their own thing most of the trip. We can always meet and eat in another venue. No problem. I was just hoping we could all embark and disembark together. Sorry I didn't explain that in better detail. If anything, will I be able to forego the priority boarding and just embark with their group?

 

I'm also in a wheelchair and was hoping the nephews could take turns assisting me with the wheelchair instead of the wife and daughter. They assist me ALL the time and was hoping I could give them a break for once:)

[triptolemus]

Thank you. You described the exact the situation I'm in. The thing is, I don't even want to share most of the perks with the 20 something nephews because they'll probably be doing their own thing most of the trip. We can always meet and eat in another venue. No problem. I was just hoping we could all embark and disembark together. Sorry I didn't explain that in better detail. If anything, will I be able to forego the priority boarding and just embark with their group?

 

When you get to the pier work out your arrangements with the concierge after you check in. Wheelchair or not, I'm sure he would be happy to let your group board together.

 

I'm a suite guest on NCL myself and I value the sanctuary of Cagney's for breakfast and lunch and the convenience of priority embark/disembark. That said, accommodations and exceptions are sometimes made. They are made at the discretion of the hotel director and more specifically, the concierge, not a bunch of opinionated cruise critic members. Work it out with the concierge...

Edited March 25, 2015 by triptolemus

[asubaru]

I understand:) I could of added the 2 nephews to my suite for just the price of the taxes with the family sail free promo which would of been a lot cheaper but I chose to just get them their own cabin. So I'm actually paying more now than I could be. Hope that made sense;)

 

It makes sense but, I assume you are paying more for space and privacy. I think it would be very awkward , in most suites, for husband, wife and 2 grown nephews to share one room. Maybe you have children in your room now, so it would be 5 or 6?

 

I would love to be able to book the cheapest suite for me and put my adult children in inexpensive rooms! Then perks for courtyard, suite only restaurants, lounges, Posh/Vibe, concierge amenities, escort embark/disembark, and/or special services/request for all.

 

That would be a "sweet" deal for sure. If they allowed it, they have to double up on staff, raise prices, and expand the space!

[old sole]

I understand:) I could of added the 2 nephews to my suite for just the price of the taxes with the family sail free promo which would of been a lot cheaper but I chose to just get them their own cabin. So I'm actually paying more now than I could be. Hope that made sense;)

 

I think I've seen that a person can be double booked. Check to see if they can be added to your suite (paying the port taxes & fees under the F&F sail free promo). That would give them the suite perks. They would also be booked in their own room, which they would use for sleeping.

[woodmews]

I think I've seen that a person can be double booked. Check to see if they can be added to your suite (paying the port taxes & fees under the F&F sail free promo). That would give them the suite perks. They would also be booked in their own room, which they would use for sleeping.

 

I did that, we double booked, me in the suite and I also had a balcony.

[asubaru]

It makes perfect sense.

 

Others before you have had this same situation. For example, I recall one poster who booked (I believe) a 2 bedroom family suite on the Jewel. This cabin accommodates up to 6, which would have been a bit crowded. So, rather than shove everyone in there, this poster was looking to get an inside down the hall for two of the guests. They could share the suite, but at bedtime, things would be much more comfortable. The poster took a beating here, and was admonished for trying to get suite perks for these other 2 "inside" guests, who easily could have received them had they gone with plan A. People just couldn't understand the concept. It's too bad that NCL doesn't have a way to deal with this specific type of situation... perhaps they do.

 

I would thrilled to pay for an extra room down the hall instead of sharing a 2 bedroom cabin with 6, esp. since there were more than (2) adults. It would be miserable with (6).... for me, anyway. It would be worth what little extra it would cost. Add in, be able to have the suite life too, and it's a steal!

 

IMO, NCL does have a way to deal with this and that's why they control the number of suite guests and staff the areas accordingly. They also have limited (what the space was originally designed to hold) space in the various suite areas. The suite areas were designed with capacity limit. Each type of suite has a capacity. Passengers have been denied the ability to book (4) in a suite that holds (4) because they were close to capacity.

 

They charge for each suite guest and control the capacity. It doesn't include those in non-suite cabins because they couldn't plan, staff, expand space. Adding a few here to "this", adding a few there to "that", etc. then multiply those, dilutes the service, quality and space.

 

Your comment re: "people just couldn't understand the concept" is unfair, IMO.

I wasn't one of the "beaters" you referred to, but I think those "beaters" were the ones who DID understand the concept; they paid for all the perks, areas and services that come with the suites. Equally important, they are paying a large premium for comfort, uncrowded living/space within their cabin.

[sverigecruiser]

Many here are all up in everyone else's business... it's just the way it is. (See also, tipping, DSC, 18-20 year-old alcohol consumption, etc.)

 

But it's not everyone else's business. It does affect people who have paid for a suite if people not in a suite get perks.

[missintuitive]

If you double book, will you have to pay double DSC. While it may be worth double booking bc the taxes are equivalent in price to the udp(...or cheaper now that they are adding taxes) and you'll receive udps and soda cards based on the current promotion, the DSC may be a deal breaker for double booking.

 

 

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[Sparkygirl]

Thank you. You described the exact the situation I'm in. The thing is, I don't even want to share most of the perks with the 20 something nephews because they'll probably be doing their own thing most of the trip. We can always meet and eat in another venue. No problem. I was just hoping we could all embark and disembark together. Sorry I didn't explain that in better detail. If anything, will I be able to forego the priority boarding and just embark with their group?

 

 

This is a much clearer question. Your nephews most likely will be able to embark and debark with you. Contact NCL pre cruise concierge and make arrangements. We had a blended family cruise with my husbands ex and her husband. They were not in a suite and we were. We boarded together and then were allowed embarkation day lunch only together in Cagney's. To split costs stepdaughter was booked in mom's room and stepson in our room, the concierge said stepdaughter could eat with us at cagney's. Kids split their time between their two families and the crew was incredibly understanding of the flexible numbers. You can always ask and understand for a variety of reasons the answer may be no.

 

Also, the crew are awesome with wheel chair assists for getting on and off the ship in port.

 

 

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[DevonianCruiser]

It makes perfect sense.

 

 

Many here are all up in everyone else's business... it's just the way it is. (See also, tipping, DSC, 18-20 year-old alcohol consumption, etc.)

 

Don't really get this statement to be honest. CC is people asking alot of different questions and people giving their answers. Those answers really are opinions as most people are cruisers here and don't work for cruise companies giving the official cruise policy.

 

The OP really wants to be able to board and disembark with her family who are in different cabins, I'm fairly sure the concierge can sort that out without any problem.

 

As for other perks, I said that I didn't think this was fair and the OP didn't take offense as I wasn't being rude. If every suite had family in non suite rooms no one would ever get a table :D

 

We've also not been able to book a cabin sleeping 4 in the past as the allocation for that area/deck was maxed out.