mvaldes140 Posted June 25, 2022 #1 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Has anyone done this before? If so, what did you ask when you went to guest services, and how often does it work? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathi Posted June 25, 2022 #2 Share Posted June 25, 2022 This was a thing earlier this year. I am not sure if it is still possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roxievegas Posted June 25, 2022 #3 Share Posted June 25, 2022 cruise in March we were able to upgrade cruise in April and June - nope 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallyj Posted June 25, 2022 #4 Share Posted June 25, 2022 8 minutes ago, mvaldes140 said: Has anyone done this before? If so, what did you ask when you went to guest services, and how often does it work? Thanks! Pre Covid, ships were usually sailing close to or at full capacity, so there was typIcally a sign at guest services saying the ship was full and no cabin changes were available. when the ships started sailing again at lower capacities 50-60% and lower, passengers reported getting complimentary upgrades by asking at guest services and this varied by ship. Last December, I was talking to the Loyalty and Events Manager and she shared the hotel manager told her he would not be granting free upgrades anymore as he did not want passengers to book lower categories knowing they had a good opportunity to get upgraded for free. Friend of mine on the Majestic reported about the same time, when they asked for availability of upgrades, they were given a per person rate/ per day for a few higher categories. If upgrades on the ship are available, you will most likely be quoted a per person rate/per day . Occasionally, you will hear of the free upgrade. Pre covid , Princess was known to send out emails to passengers letting them know of a paid upgrade opportunity on a first come basis at a fixed rate, unlike another cruise line that has a bidding system run by a third party.. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcsSharon Posted June 25, 2022 #5 Share Posted June 25, 2022 June 1st on the Crown…asked about upgrade. Went from inside to midship balcony for $30 each per day. Used the shipboard credit given…was satisfied with the upgrade. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senga Posted June 25, 2022 #6 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Grand Princess May 25th, under 50% capacity, offered upgrade from ocean view to balcony for $20 a day. We always book what we know we’ll be happy with so have never had to do this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted June 25, 2022 #7 Share Posted June 25, 2022 As ships start sailing with more passengers, onboard upgrades will be a very rare occurrence. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmedonSeas Posted June 25, 2022 #8 Share Posted June 25, 2022 14 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said: As ships start sailing with more passengers, onboard upgrades will be a very rare occurrence. Do you work at Princess corp? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted June 25, 2022 #9 Share Posted June 25, 2022 58 minutes ago, SmedonSeas said: Do you work at Princess corp? No, never have.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted June 25, 2022 #10 Share Posted June 25, 2022 59 minutes ago, SmedonSeas said: Do you work at Princess corp? I think it's obvious, you don't have to work a Princess to figure it out 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvaldes140 Posted June 25, 2022 Author #11 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Ok, thanks. We’re going to be on the Grand Princess on July 6th. We already have a balcony but it’s always nice to have something a bit nicer and had heard about this but wasn’t really sure how to go about it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF - retired RRT Posted June 25, 2022 #12 Share Posted June 25, 2022 6 minutes ago, mvaldes140 said: Ok, thanks. We’re going to be on the Grand Princess on July 6th. We already have a balcony but it’s always nice to have something a bit nicer and had heard about this but wasn’t really sure how to go about it. You can try. They'll say yes, no or how much do you want to pay. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roxievegas Posted June 26, 2022 #13 Share Posted June 26, 2022 In Dec we upgraded Balcony to Minisuite for $30 per day (not per person) In March we upgraded Balcony to Minisuite for $40 per day In April the ship was full, no upgrades In June we didn't bother to ask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted June 26, 2022 #14 Share Posted June 26, 2022 On my December cruise, an employee was taking down names and cabin numbers of people wanting upgrades/upsells. He was doing it in front of the desk, allowing the pursers behind the desk to help others. He said that people chosen for upsells would be notified by the next day and told of what it would cost. I decided not to add my name to the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level six Posted June 26, 2022 #15 Share Posted June 26, 2022 In November 2021 asked for upgrade from interior to Balcony, given upgrade for 2 B2B free In March, my balcony room had heavy vibration. I contacted floor manager, he offered an upgrade to a mini suite, free. Then they let us stay for B2B. I was shocked, but so happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toofewcruises Posted June 26, 2022 #16 Share Posted June 26, 2022 On 6/25/2022 at 2:16 PM, mvaldes140 said: Ok, thanks. We’re going to be on the Grand Princess on July 6th. We already have a balcony but it’s always nice to have something a bit nicer and had heard about this but wasn’t really sure how to go about it. All you can do is try, but it's unlikely, don't get your hopes up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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