Rare HBCcruiser Posted October 16, 2022 #651 Share Posted October 16, 2022 1 hour ago, jagoffee said: Did Princess immediately change you cabin to the new one or are they waiting for your payment. Yes. I received a new booking email from Princess listing my new cabin number and price. I received a second email telling me to log into my account and pay for the new upgrade. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palmschickastan Posted October 16, 2022 #652 Share Posted October 16, 2022 I am in a mini suite and put in low bids for a club class mini suite, a premium suite and a penthouse suite. They are all still pending and my cruise leaves in 3 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagoffee Posted October 16, 2022 #653 Share Posted October 16, 2022 12 hours ago, HBCcruiser said: Yes. I received a new booking email from Princess listing my new cabin number and price. I received a second email telling me to log into my account and pay for the new upgrade. Thanks. I think it is important for people to understand the process. Some people are under the mistaken believe that it is optional to accept the winning bid. Princess had enhanced their process (compared to some of their competitors) to allow one to use FCC or some other forms of payment instead of the CC used. I believe people are assuming that this means they have a choice of accepting the bid after they win. When Princess states that you will cruise in your original cabin, it is in referencing if you do not win a bid. Otherwise it would a logistical nightmare. At least that it what Princess terms say. It will be interesting to see if anyone successfully cancels their winning bid by not paying. Enjoy your win. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dog Posted October 17, 2022 #654 Share Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/16/2022 at 12:46 AM, seagunthera said: They changed it and to0ok payment during the same phone convo. The rep was amazing! Glad to hear it all worked out for you. Nice to hear rep was amazing! Enjoy that upgrade! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RKSue Posted October 17, 2022 #655 Share Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/15/2022 at 3:12 PM, Shippy said: Sorry to say there appear to have NO penthouse suites available. The top category I found was an MB mini suite of which 11 are available. Thanks for checking. Since I already have a casino suite I’ll just be happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kay S Posted October 17, 2022 #656 Share Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/16/2022 at 8:30 AM, Palmschickastan said: I am in a mini suite and put in low bids for a club class mini suite, a premium suite and a penthouse suite. They are all still pending and my cruise leaves in 3 days. That would make me a nervous wreck! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andlep Posted October 17, 2022 #657 Share Posted October 17, 2022 (edited) I made a bid to upgrade from regular balcony, to premium balcony on the Grand Princess sailing Nov. Then I found out that there are twelve premium cabins that are twin bed only. I don't want to risk getting twin beds so I cancelled the bid. Is my reasoning correct? If so, maybe it could be something others might consider before bidding as well. Edited October 17, 2022 by andlep 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesanrick Posted October 18, 2022 #658 Share Posted October 18, 2022 I submitted 4 upgrade bids for my November 13th cruise on the Royal. This morning I got 3 emails from Princess saying that my bid was unsuccessful. From what I've read on this thread, that seemed like good news - probably my 4th one was accepted and I would get an email regarding that within an hour or two. Now it's been 10+ hours and I haven't heard anything. I wonder if the process has slowed down some, or if they are still deciding on that last one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HBCcruiser Posted October 18, 2022 #659 Share Posted October 18, 2022 1 minute ago, Tesanrick said: I submitted 4 upgrade bids for my November 13th cruise on the Royal. This morning I got 3 emails from Princess saying that my bid was unsuccessful. From what I've read on this thread, that seemed like good news - probably my 4th one was accepted and I would get an email regarding that within an hour or two. Now it's been 10+ hours and I haven't heard anything. I wonder if the process has slowed down some, or if they are still deciding on that last one. My guess is you will get the acceptance email soon. You can check by clicking on your ORIGINAL bid on an upgrade email. The bids that are declined will show as EXPIRED. The accepted bid will show as PENDING. Good luck!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesanrick Posted October 18, 2022 #660 Share Posted October 18, 2022 20 minutes ago, HBCcruiser said: My guess is you will get the acceptance email soon. You can check by clicking on your ORIGINAL bid on an upgrade email. The bids that are declined will show as EXPIRED. The accepted bid will show as PENDING. Good luck!! Thank you - that worked - it says pending on the mini suite! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HBCcruiser Posted October 18, 2022 #661 Share Posted October 18, 2022 (edited) 1 minute ago, Tesanrick said: Thank you - that worked - it says pending on the mini suite! Awesome! 🤗 Keep checking your email including spam. If you have a TA they will also get the upgrade notice. Edited October 18, 2022 by HBCcruiser 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZjohn Posted October 18, 2022 #662 Share Posted October 18, 2022 30 minutes ago, Tesanrick said: I submitted 4 upgrade bids for my November 13th cruise on the Royal. This morning I got 3 emails from Princess saying that my bid was unsuccessful. From what I've read on this thread, that seemed like good news - probably my 4th one was accepted and I would get an email regarding that within an hour or two. Now it's been 10+ hours and I haven't heard anything. I wonder if the process has slowed down some, or if they are still deciding on that last one. I think your in real good shape for a upgrade with the unsuccessful emails (regardless it’s be over 10 hours) 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roxievegas Posted October 18, 2022 #663 Share Posted October 18, 2022 33 minutes ago, Tesanrick said: I submitted 4 upgrade bids for my November 13th cruise on the Royal. This morning I got 3 emails from Princess saying that my bid was unsuccessful. From what I've read on this thread, that seemed like good news - probably my 4th one was accepted and I would get an email regarding that within an hour or two. Now it's been 10+ hours and I haven't heard anything. I wonder if the process has slowed down some, or if they are still deciding on that last one. did you bid on the low end, middle or high for your mini suite ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZjohn Posted October 18, 2022 #664 Share Posted October 18, 2022 On 10/16/2022 at 8:30 AM, Palmschickastan said: I am in a mini suite and put in low bids for a club class mini suite, a premium suite and a penthouse suite. They are all still pending and my cruise leaves in 3 days. Ahhh, just like us 2 weeks ago. No word resulted in no upgrade. Hope you have better luck but, we really enjoyed our mini suite regardless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesanrick Posted October 18, 2022 #665 Share Posted October 18, 2022 49 minutes ago, roxievegas said: did you bid on the low end, middle or high for your mini suite ? We were a little lower than the middle - right where the dial was on the line between "fair" and "good". 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted October 18, 2022 #666 Share Posted October 18, 2022 5 hours ago, HBCcruiser said: My guess is you will get the acceptance email soon. You can check by clicking on your ORIGINAL bid on an upgrade email. The bids that are declined will show as EXPIRED. The accepted bid will show as PENDING. Good luck!! And if the decisions have not been made yet, what does it say for status instead of EXPIRED or PENDING? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneyochem Posted October 18, 2022 #667 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Just got the upgrade email for our Panama Canal cruise on the Island Princess on January 5, 2023. Currently in a mini suite. Happy with what we have so won’t bid. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HBCcruiser Posted October 18, 2022 #668 Share Posted October 18, 2022 3 hours ago, caribill said: And if the decisions have not been made yet, what does it say for status instead of EXPIRED or PENDING? All bids will say Pending. The giveaway is if you start getting rejection emails a few weeks out except for one bid that still says Pending. In many cases, including mine, when this happens the bid acceptance email follows for the one bid that was not rejected. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jc foster Posted October 18, 2022 #669 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Received the following offers for bidding on our 10 day Emerald cruise in November. We are currently in a premium balcony. Sorry , I have never figured out how to post photos on this forum. The following are lowest bids. Penthouse AFT $1205pp Penthouse $1155 pp Premium Suite $955 pp Vista Suite $ 905 pp Club Class Mini $190 pp Mini Suite $75 pp . I will probably bid on both minis. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roxievegas Posted October 18, 2022 #670 Share Posted October 18, 2022 9 hours ago, Tesanrick said: We were a little lower than the middle - right where the dial was on the line between "fair" and "good". thank you. I also put in a bid going from Balcony to Premium Deluxe Balcony. The lowest I could start at was $55 and I put in $75 - total of $150 - haven't heard yet, but cruise in Jan 7th 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser113 Posted October 18, 2022 #671 Share Posted October 18, 2022 bids for December cruise one of B2B Original cabin standard balcony on Caribe Get Upgraded UPGRADE OPTIONS Club Class Mini Suite A premium stateroom category featuring our best located Mini-Suite staterooms and Club Class benefits From $290 USD pp Get Upgraded Club Class Mini Suite - Forward Facing A premium stateroom category featuring our forward facing Mini-Suite staterooms and Club Class benefits From $260 USD pp Get Upgraded Mini Suite Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom. From $155 USD pp Get Upgraded Premium Deluxe Balcony This larger balcony stateroom provides outstanding views. From $70 USD pp Get Upgraded Deluxe Balcony This impressive larger balcony stateroom gives you more space than a standard stateroom. From $35 USD pp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser113 Posted October 18, 2022 #672 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Bids for #2 cruise on B2B original cabin balcony on Sky deck We do have to change ships UPGRADE OPTIONS Club Class Mini Suite A premium stateroom category featuring our best located Mini-Suite staterooms and Club Class benefits From $295 USD pp Get Upgraded Club Class Mini Suite - Forward Facing A premium stateroom category featuring our forward facing Mini-Suite staterooms and Club Class benefits From $265 USD pp Get Upgraded Mini Suite Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom. From $165 USD pp Get Upgraded Premium Deluxe Balcony This larger balcony stateroom provides outstanding views. From $60 USD pp Get Upgraded Deluxe Balcony This impressive larger balcony stateroom gives you more space than a standard stateroom. From $35 USD pp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RKSue Posted October 18, 2022 #673 Share Posted October 18, 2022 11 hours ago, Tesanrick said: Thank you - that worked - it says pending on the mini suite! Also check your booking on line. See if you still have the same cabin number. Some had cabin numbers changed before acceptance letter. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RKSue Posted October 18, 2022 #674 Share Posted October 18, 2022 2 hours ago, jc foster said: Received the following offers for bidding on our 10 day Emerald cruise in November. We are currently in a premium balcony. Sorry , I have never figured out how to post photos on this forum. The following are lowest bids. Penthouse AFT $1205pp Penthouse $1155 pp Premium Suite $955 pp Vista Suite $ 905 pp Club Class Mini $190 pp Mini Suite $75 pp . I will probably bid on both minis. I would most definitely bid on Club class mini. It’s a great starting bid. Plus all the club class benefits 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RKSue Posted October 18, 2022 #675 Share Posted October 18, 2022 On 10/16/2022 at 1:01 PM, jagoffee said: Thanks. I think it is important for people to understand the process. Some people are under the mistaken believe that it is optional to accept the winning bid. Princess had enhanced their process (compared to some of their competitors) to allow one to use FCC or some other forms of payment instead of the CC used. I believe people are assuming that this means they have a choice of accepting the bid after they win. When Princess states that you will cruise in your original cabin, it is in referencing if you do not win a bid. Otherwise it would a logistical nightmare. At least that it what Princess terms say. It will be interesting to see if anyone successfully cancels their winning bid by not paying. Enjoy your win. Interesting. When I read the information I understood that if I did not pay within 2 days of winning my bid I would loose the bid and no money would exchange hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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