Cruisegoer Posted August 16, 2023 #1 Share Posted August 16, 2023 If you were cruising alone, and it's cheaper to book a Phantom 2nd Passenger who was a No-Show the day of the cruise vs booking a single supplement cabin? My understanding is that with no shows the cruise line customarily refunds the port charges and dependent on what TA you might book thru, a double occupancy cabin on discount can be cheaper than a single 100% supplement booking. What are your thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another_Critic Posted August 16, 2023 #2 Share Posted August 16, 2023 (edited) The main [non-monetary] difference is a double booking with no show will not earn the extra C&A point per day. That extra C&A point could get you to 340 to get the 150% solo supplement (DP340) and the decision may become moot. However, GTY cabins are not often available for solo bookings, so there could be a large saving for doing the phantom 2nd passenger w/ no show. Edited August 16, 2023 by Another_Critic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted August 16, 2023 #3 Share Posted August 16, 2023 37 minutes ago, Cruisegoer said: What are your thoughts? Try to find a sailing with low or no solo supplement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisegoer Posted August 16, 2023 Author #4 Share Posted August 16, 2023 52 minutes ago, Another_Critic said: The main [non-monetary] difference is a double booking with no show will not earn the extra C&A point per day. That extra C&A point could get you to 340 to get the 150% solo supplement (DP340) and the decision may become moot. However, GTY cabins are not often available for solo bookings, so there could be a large saving for doing the phantom 2nd passenger w/ no show. I'm already Diamond, to get the 150% must you book direct thru C&A? I can't say the online engine shows this discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisegoer Posted August 16, 2023 Author #5 Share Posted August 16, 2023 37 minutes ago, Biker19 said: Try to find a sailing with low or no solo supplement. Nearly impossible in the last year. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another_Critic Posted August 16, 2023 #6 Share Posted August 16, 2023 (edited) 15 minutes ago, Cruisegoer said: I'm already Diamond, to get the 150% must you book direct thru C&A? I can't say the online engine shows this discount. You have to be Diamond Plus with at least 340 points to qualify for the 150% single supplement (use code DP340). "Single members must have at least 340 Cruise Points earned to receive the single cruise fare at 150%. This offer is based on availability with certain restrictions. Ocean Voyage Packages, Holiday sailings (Christmas, New Year’s, Thanksgiving, Easter/Spring break) and the peak summer months of June 15 thru August 15 are not included in this offer." Edited August 16, 2023 by Another_Critic 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocean sounds Posted August 16, 2023 #7 Share Posted August 16, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, Cruisegoer said: If you were cruising alone, and it's cheaper to book a Phantom 2nd Passenger who was a No-Show the day of the cruise vs booking a single supplement cabin? My understanding is that with no shows the cruise line customarily refunds the port charges and dependent on what TA you might book thru, a double occupancy cabin on discount can be cheaper than a single 100% supplement booking. What are your thoughts? I would book as a solo. I always get 3rd party travel insurance. If I were to book a phantom #2 in the cabin and have to cancel, the insurance would only pay me the Passenger 1 portion, off of Royal’s booking confirmation breakdown - showing my portion cruise fare as passenger 1. I would not get reimbursed the balance ( 30% off or 60% off, depending on promo) in passenger #2 name, even though I would pay it all. But that’s just me. If you don’t buy insurance, would not apply ! Edited August 16, 2023 by ocean sounds Clarify 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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