CUTTERSAM Posted March 8, 2020 #1 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Perhaps someone is on the fence, only mildly disturbed about the health risks of cruising this spring, I am thinking this idea may be good for all. I am going (if my flight is going!) mid April on AMA to Portugal and I was thinking if there are a few cancellations maybe they may upgrade me from the D to a C or B!! If there are cancellations, then why not. And further to the fantasy if a guest thinks there may be an opportunity to get a complementary upgrade, it may ease their nerves a bit and proceed with their plan..Cruise lines should suggest this for those just slightly reticent . What do you think?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyCruiser Posted March 9, 2020 #2 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Great idea. We totally agree with you, but highly doubt if the cruise line company agrees. They're hemorrhaging cash right now, & they probably wants to maximize income once we're onboard. We've booked the lowest French balcony category on a Tulip time cruise in the Nederlands in 2 weeks, & we doubt if they'll offer a complimentary cabin upgrade, but might consider it if we can get a Suite for less than half upgrade price... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 9, 2020 #3 Share Posted March 9, 2020 We are in same situation. We don't sail till May. My wife says we are not cancelling; although AMA told our travel agent that we have until Mar 15th to cancel and they will offer a future cruise credits towards another cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride-The-Waves Posted March 9, 2020 #4 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Wow. First thought is to take advantage of someone else's misfortune. Seriously doubt a river cruise line would upgrade you to a royal suite because of fewer people on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 9, 2020 Author #5 Share Posted March 9, 2020 40 minutes ago, Ride-The-Waves said: Wow. First thought is to take advantage of someone else's misfortune. Seriously doubt a river cruise line would upgrade you to a royal suite because of fewer people on board. Most businesses are opportunists and someones "misfortune" is good will for another. It may help them recover some positive energy. Also I hope you aren't looking at me like some kind of grave robber. I am not looking for someone to postpone a holiday so I get a bigger bed, so calm down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 9, 2020 #6 Share Posted March 9, 2020 I blame the media. Even when Sars was out in early 2000'; social media was just starting to get it's footing and yes we heard about it on evening news; but now social media is 24/7. Such a shame to scare everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 9, 2020 Author #7 Share Posted March 9, 2020 1 hour ago, AF-1 said: We are in same situation. We don't sail till May. My wife says we are not cancelling; although AMA told our travel agent that we have until Mar 15th to cancel and they will offer a future cruise credits towards another cruise. I don't intend to cancel my AMA either I am just hoping TAP doesn't cancel my flight then I will need to cancel. Last minute international air is not affordable and involves multiple stops. I did purchase the travel waiver for that reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 9, 2020 #8 Share Posted March 9, 2020 CUTTERSAM did you purchase your air thru AMA? We booked Delta separate from AMA; we got a better price by booking directly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 9, 2020 #9 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Our biggest concern is my wife's asthma. She has severe asthma; so she sounds bad all the time; She will be carrying a letter from her Asthma doc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 9, 2020 Author #10 Share Posted March 9, 2020 8 minutes ago, AF-1 said: CUTTERSAM did purchase your air thru AMA? We booked Delta separate from AMA; we got a better price by booking directly. 8 minutes ago, AF-1 said: CUTTERSAM did you purchase your air thru AMA? We booked Delta separate from AMA; we got a better price by booking directly. No I always book directly with airline. Keep the fewest amount of people between you and the company in case you have an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 9, 2020 Author #11 Share Posted March 9, 2020 9 minutes ago, AF-1 said: Our biggest concern is my wife's asthma. She has severe asthma; so she sounds bad all the time; She will be carrying a letter from her Asthma doc. Oh dear, yes keep that close at hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 9, 2020 Author #12 Share Posted March 9, 2020 2 hours ago, AF-1 said: We are in same situation. We don't sail till May. My wife says we are not cancelling; although AMA told our travel agent that we have until Mar 15th to cancel and they will offer a future cruise credits towards another cruise. I hope you are aware you cannot "cancel for any reason" unless you BUY that Travel Waiver AMA is selling by 3/15 deadline, Don't want you to be caught in a snafu there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 9, 2020 #13 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Yes that is the travel waiver for $175 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacqueline Posted March 9, 2020 #14 Share Posted March 9, 2020 I was on a ship that was half full and I still was in the basement and got the cruise that I paid for. No complaints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 9, 2020 Author #15 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Snug as a bug😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent9xxx1 Posted March 9, 2020 #16 Share Posted March 9, 2020 3 hours ago, CUTTERSAM said: Most businesses are opportunists and someones "misfortune" is good will for another. It may help them recover some positive energy. Also I hope you aren't looking at me like some kind of grave robber. I am not looking for someone to postpone a holiday so I get a bigger bed, so calm down. I agree. At the end of the day, you still go. The cruise line should be more appreciative to those who go in these challenging time. Doesn’t hurt anyone to do something nice for everyone on board, especially when there is space. They can do “nominal” upgrade fee if they want to earn extra cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enryon Posted March 11, 2020 #17 Share Posted March 11, 2020 Talked to Uniworld today about getting a paid upgrade. No Dice, they wanted full price. I figure I will wait till we sail and then ask while on the ship. They are aware that we are willing to pay for an upgrade, but are not willing to pay full price for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 11, 2020 Author #18 Share Posted March 11, 2020 6 minutes ago, Enryon said: Talked to Uniworld today about getting a paid upgrade. No Dice, they wanted full price. I figure I will wait till we sail and then ask while on the ship. They are aware that we are willing to pay for an upgrade, but are not willing to pay full price for one. And if you don't ask, the answer is always "no". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acwmom Posted March 11, 2020 #19 Share Posted March 11, 2020 15 minutes ago, Enryon said: Talked to Uniworld today about getting a paid upgrade. No Dice, they wanted full price. I figure I will wait till we sail and then ask while on the ship. They are aware that we are willing to pay for an upgrade, but are not willing to pay full price for one. If you're a past passenger, and there is space, you will likely get a one category upgrade (except to a suite) as a RHC benefit (even though it is no longer a posted benefit) Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enryon Posted March 11, 2020 #20 Share Posted March 11, 2020 25 minutes ago, acwmom said: If you're a past passenger, and there is space, you will likely get a one category upgrade (except to a suite) as a RHC benefit (even though it is no longer a posted benefit) Robin We are not and the only upgrade we can do is to a suite. We are fine if we don't get an upgrade. Uniworld knows that we are willing to pay quite a bit for an upgrade, but not willing to pay full price. We are 11 days from the sail date so we will see what happens when it gets closer to go time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkygirlSue Posted March 12, 2020 #21 Share Posted March 12, 2020 I was on an Ama cruise in late October 2019, and was given a two category upgrade when I arrived because they had a large group cancel. It was a twin balcony room that was awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisr Posted March 13, 2020 #22 Share Posted March 13, 2020 AMA has cancelled all European cruises effective thru 4/25/20. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 13, 2020 Author #23 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Just missed. I was on for the 18th. I have a Crystal cruise on Symphony in October but final payment is due in June. I may deep six that one and remodel a small kitchen instead. The cruise has stops in Italy and Spain, they are so had hit, tough to know what state they will be in. Anyone already planned for the fall?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 13, 2020 #24 Share Posted March 13, 2020 (edited) I am sailing in Oct. Jumped on a repo cruise from Southampton to Rome. Had it booked for next year and New England for this year. Swapped both cruises repo this oct and New England Canada Oct 2021 and saved over $2300 plus picked up all inclusive package. Edited March 13, 2020 by AF-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTTERSAM Posted March 13, 2020 Author #25 Share Posted March 13, 2020 23 minutes ago, AF-1 said: I am sailing in Oct. Jumped on a repo cruise from Southampton to Rome. Had it booked for next year and New England for this year. Swapped both cruises repo this oct and New England Canada Oct 2021 and saved over $2300 plus picked up all inclusive package. That looks great! What ship (Southampton to Rome) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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