niugrads Posted January 13, 2023 #1 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Could someone please tell me what the Next Cruise deposit amount would be for a 12 day cruise? We're on Wonder next month and are thinking about a 12 day cruise in September. Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted January 13, 2023 #2 Share Posted January 13, 2023 NextCruise deposit isn't affected by cruise length, so still $100 pp for a non-suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tree_skier Posted January 13, 2023 #3 Share Posted January 13, 2023 (edited) 4 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: NextCruise deposit isn't affected by cruise length, so still $100 pp for a non-suite. That is not correct. There are three durations and three category types that effect the amount of OBC you receive. Edited January 13, 2023 by Tree_skier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Engineroom Snipe Posted January 13, 2023 #4 Share Posted January 13, 2023 I went to RCI FAQ about next cruise. Next Cruise Booking Website Terms and Conditions | Royal Caribbean Cruises I am not saying @smokeybanditis not correct because I cannot find any information about this line in the contract verbage: Second, pay the deposit amount (the “Deposit”) required for that booking. Deposits range between $100 - $450 per person depending on the length of voyage you select I did a Next Cruise for a 9-day non-suite last September and it was like he stated, $100 pp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Engineroom Snipe Posted January 13, 2023 #5 Share Posted January 13, 2023 2 minutes ago, Tree_skier said: That is not correct. There are three durations and three category types that effect the amount of OBC you receive. I think he was concerned about the deposit, not OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tree_skier Posted January 13, 2023 #6 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Oops my bad... I thought OBC when I read deposit... it's still morning here on the west coast. 🙂 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted January 13, 2023 #7 Share Posted January 13, 2023 This is the only thing in the NextCruise flyer about a different deposit amount: Additional deposits may be required when you select your ship and sail date depending on the type of stateroom/suite selected and number of passengers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Engineroom Snipe Posted January 13, 2023 #8 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Just now, smokeybandit said: This is the only thing in the NextCruise flyer about a different deposit amount: Additional deposits may be required when you select your ship and sail date depending on the type of stateroom/suite selected and number of passengers Yes, I saw that they would charge $200 pp for a suite. I was not sure where the $450 amount was coming from. 🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelblu Posted January 13, 2023 #9 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Also, to the OP. If you are not sure of a specific sail, you could get a next cruise certificate and book later. You have 2 months to convert to an actual sail to earn the OBC. Deposit is $200 per cabin. If you do not book an actual sail within a year the deposit is forfeited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare FionaMG Posted January 13, 2023 #10 Share Posted January 13, 2023 My 12-night cruise on Anthem this past September was booked through Next Cruise. The deposit was $100 per person for a non-suite room. We also got $200 OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmerick Posted January 13, 2023 #11 Share Posted January 13, 2023 On the topic of NextCruise, deposits, and OBC: I will be booking my 2024 solo balcony cabin during my trip next week. Deposit: I'll be paying $100 OBC: Will I get $100 or $200? My big concern: Current fare for the 2024 cruise is > $3500, final fare after price drops for my 2023 cruise is <$1500. I'm expecting at least a $1500 price drop during the coming year. Will that OBC go away when I reprice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted January 13, 2023 #12 Share Posted January 13, 2023 4 minutes ago, gmerick said: Will that OBC go away when I reprice? No, NextCruise OBC in most cases will stay with you even if you reprice under new promos 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare FionaMG Posted January 13, 2023 #13 Share Posted January 13, 2023 The OBC is per cabin, not per person, so you should get whatever amount corresponds to your cruise length and cabin type. I have repriced Next Cruise bookings a couple of times and the OBC was not affected. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmerick Posted January 13, 2023 #14 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Thank-you -- Much. (and if the price drop never happens, that means the ship is filling up and folks are enthusiasticly cruising again. That's a good thing. At only $100 I won't have too many misgivings about passing it up.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare FionaMG Posted January 13, 2023 #15 Share Posted January 13, 2023 6 minutes ago, gmerick said: Thank-you -- Much. (and if the price drop never happens, that means the ship is filling up and folks are enthusiasticly cruising again. That's a good thing. At only $100 I won't have too many misgivings about passing it up.) My philosophy exactly. And our Anthem cruise was not one of the ones I repriced. On the contrary, it just went up and up and up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelblu Posted January 13, 2023 #16 Share Posted January 13, 2023 3 minutes ago, gmerick said: Thank-you -- Much. (and if the price drop never happens, that means the ship is filling up and folks are enthusiasticly cruising again. That's a good thing. At only $100 I won't have too many misgivings about passing it up.) You only gamble $100 pp if no sail. If 10 nights or more, you will get $200 for a balcony cabin. In addition, if a Royal shareholder you can apply for an add'l $100 of OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare moposh Posted January 13, 2023 #17 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Is there any benefit to booking a Next Cruise? I'm going on a cruise in April and also plan on doing a cruise in August, but haven't booked the latter yet. Don't know if I should wait to do it onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare roseoftx Posted January 13, 2023 #18 Share Posted January 13, 2023 Been researching the same thing, the credit varies greatly by where you book. We are not in the $600 category, more like $100 which isn't a big motivator. It also seems to say that you have to pick that cruise within 2 months or lose the credit, just leaving a reduced deposit which is "nice". In your case, if you wait, the cabin selection might be reduced by April especially if its a popular destination. And the reduced deposit wouldn't help you much since your final payment would be due soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted January 13, 2023 #19 Share Posted January 13, 2023 (edited) Most people do not know this but you can book next cruise certificates on board that are refundable. The sweet spot is the 7 night balcony sailings. Instead of getting $100 OBC you get $75 OBC and its refundable. This works well for those transferring to a TA who has lower group rates. You get the extra $75 OBC and get to keep the booking refundable, transfer it to your TA, get the group OBC and the lower rate. The only thing you do not get is a reduced deposit which if you were moving it into the group for a lower rate you would have to increase the deposit anyway as group bookings must have a full deposit not the reduced deposit. Edited January 13, 2023 by Ourusualbeach 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare GetToLivin Posted January 14, 2023 #20 Share Posted January 14, 2023 If you book a balcony but want to change it to a suite, does anyone know if they'll award the additional OBC? Or do they only award what was originally booked? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted January 14, 2023 #21 Share Posted January 14, 2023 5 minutes ago, GetToLivin said: If you book a balcony but want to change it to a suite, does anyone know if they'll award the additional OBC? Or do they only award what was originally booked? Obc will change. It will also be reduced if you downgrade. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingHogFan Posted January 14, 2023 #22 Share Posted January 14, 2023 5 hours ago, Ourusualbeach said: Most people do not know this but you can book next cruise certificates on board that are refundable. The sweet spot is the 7 night balcony sailings. Instead of getting $100 OBC you get $75 OBC and it’s refundable. This works well for those transferring to a TA who has lower group rates. You get the extra $75 OBC and get to keep the booking refundable, transfer it to your TA, get the group OBC and the lower rate. The only thing you do not get is a reduced deposit which if you were moving it into the group for a lower rate you would have to increase the deposit anyway as group bookings must have a full deposit not the reduced deposit. So if I’m understanding this correctly you can buy a refundable NextCruise certificate for $200 onboard the ship and when ready to to book you pay the difference in deposit and you get a refundable booking? If you cancel do you get the original $200 back? That’s great information if so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted January 14, 2023 #23 Share Posted January 14, 2023 6 minutes ago, CruisingHogFan said: So if I’m understanding this correctly you can buy a refundable NextCruise certificate for $200 onboard the ship and when ready to to book you pay the difference in deposit and you get a refundable booking? If you cancel do you get the original $200 back? That’s great information if so! Not quite. You have to book an actual sailing on board and pay full deposit. You can't book a refundable choose later as far as I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingHogFan Posted January 14, 2023 #24 Share Posted January 14, 2023 33 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: Not quite. You have to book an actual sailing on board and pay full deposit. You can't book a refundable choose later as far as I know. Ok, they makes more sense! We usually book one onboard then get a certificate so we can book another or give it to family. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare twangster Posted January 14, 2023 #25 Share Posted January 14, 2023 11 hours ago, CruisingHogFan said: So if I’m understanding this correctly you can buy a refundable NextCruise certificate for $200 onboard the ship and when ready to to book you pay the difference in deposit and you get a refundable booking? If you cancel do you get the original $200 back? That’s great information if so! Book Later certs are NRD. It's right in the T&Cs. They can't be converted to refundable. To book refundable onboard visit NextCruise but you may not like the reduced OBC, refundable cruise prices for refundable along with standard deposits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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