JenMcKay Posted September 2, 2006 #1 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Was just about to book a cruise on the Enchantment of the Seas for Nov. 25-30, but was a bit worried about a comment my travel agent made about it being a "bad weather time." I've only ever cruised in mid December, which I've always found to be great weather. Can anyone who's cruised the last week of November let me know of any problems they've had, or (hopefully) that it's been fine. We'd be going to Jamaica and Grand Cayman, with two days at sea. Thanks! Jenni Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea and Me Posted September 2, 2006 #2 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Jenni: We have cruised in Nov. and will be cruising the first 12 days of Nov. this year. We have never had a problem. Does your TA expect heavy snow storms or what??? The islands will be sunny and warm. I say go for the booking. If you cruised in Dec. without a problem why would Nov. be any different?? I would think maybe the airport traffic would be a little hectic with the Thanksgiving holiday that is all I can think of. Hurricane season is over by then. What is her problem?? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilsoncruisers Posted September 2, 2006 #3 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Jen, We cruised Thanksgiving week 2 years ago and will be cruising same week this year. We also sailed the week after Thanksgiving last year. Both the previous cruises were to the western carribean. The weather was great both weeks. Have a great time. Jackie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nothin' But Sun Posted September 2, 2006 #4 Share Posted September 2, 2006 The weather is great. End of Hurricane season, no rainy season, perfect in fact. What is your TA referring to? Just check the Caribbean weather charts for average temps and conditions and your mind will be put to rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnivalqueen5 Posted September 2, 2006 #5 Share Posted September 2, 2006 All but 1 of my 6 cruises has been the last week of November. If we can help it, that is the only time that we ever want to cruise. We have been blessed with excellent weather every time. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peddler&Tass Posted September 2, 2006 #6 Share Posted September 2, 2006 We have cruised both Nov and Dec with excellent results....great weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVfromAZ Posted September 2, 2006 #7 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Hi, we did a Western Caribbean cruise (out of Tampa) a few years ago the week after Thanksgiving, and the weather couldn't have been better, sunny, warm, and the seas were as smooth as glass! Go for it!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sea-cruise Posted September 2, 2006 #8 Share Posted September 2, 2006 We've only encountered a hurricane one time in November, and then the Captain re-routed to avoid it. Season officially ends 2nd week in December according to the weather channel, but we've only had one storm in 25 years of cruising. Go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenMcKay Posted September 2, 2006 Author #9 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Thank you all for your quick and positive responses. November it is! Jenni Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauiLvrs Posted September 2, 2006 #10 Share Posted September 2, 2006 The TA must have thought that you were going to Alaska:confused:. If not, may be time to find a new TA or book direct... We're going in November, have been in November... November is great (and cost less too). Woundn't go in the summer. Toooo hot.... Toooo many kids.... Toooo many storms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rala Posted September 2, 2006 #11 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Do TAs get bigger commissions when the prices of cruises are higher? The last week in Nov. is one of the most economical (cheap) times to cruise! Maybe this particular TA is looking to make a little more $$$. I would hope this is not the case, but just a thought! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calicruisefamily Posted September 2, 2006 #12 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Was just about to book a cruise on the Enchantment of the Seas for Nov. 25-30, but was a bit worried about a comment my travel agent made about it being a "bad weather time." I've only ever cruised in mid December, which I've always found to be great weather. Can anyone who's cruised the last week of November let me know of any problems they've had, or (hopefully) that it's been fine. We'd be going to Jamaica and Grand Cayman, with two days at sea. Thanks! Jenni You are going to love the weather in November it is beautiful ! We went last year the day after Thanksgiving and it was great ! This year we are going to try mid Dec we could not pass up the great deal ;) Nov/Dec is the best time of the year to cruise for us :) Voyager W. Caribbean 12/16/06 "Our First AFT 1688" Voyager E. Caribbean 11/05 S.S. Azure Seas Baja 11/90 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just4kixx Posted September 2, 2006 #13 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Or maybe she was referring to air travel to Fort Lauderdale? But that would get worse as the year progresses (December) rather than better :confused: We salied Eastern Caribbean last Thanksgiving and had wonderful weather! Have fun! A~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitchie872 Posted September 2, 2006 #14 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Love travelling and cruising in Nov, have been doing it for the last 6 yrs and have never had a problem. Mikie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauiLvrs Posted September 4, 2006 #15 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Do TAs get bigger commissions when the prices of cruises are higher? YES. Tey get commission based on % (10%-20%) of cruise package (generally including air if the air is booked though the line). 10% of $2000 (shoulder for 2) = $200. 10% of $4000 (summer for 2) = $400. You can do the rest of the math. It is kind of obvious that it is in the agents best interest to not book November. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABCHICK Posted September 4, 2006 #16 Share Posted September 4, 2006 We sailed last Nov and had wonderful weather. Hurricane season end Nov 30. We are sailing again in early Dec. of this year and early Nov. next year. I expect beautiful weather both times. Judi :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrsg324 Posted September 4, 2006 #17 Share Posted September 4, 2006 Personally I've never cruised in Nov. but have been to Cancun at the end of Nov. The weather was gorgeous. Living on the coast all my life, Nov. is a great time for gorgeous weather. I agree with the others 100%. We are going on Splendour Nov. 30-Dec 4 this year. I can't wait. The hurricane is the reason we decided to do Nov instead of October. I know people who were on a cruise last week when Erensto was out there, they were rerouted & had a blast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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