a.madruga

 I will still buy them at 8% plus 2% from Visa card 

BTW just noticed down to 8% discount

Mary we've read that if due to weather conditions no refunds and this was on HAL excursions.

surprised us, so we've held back to get more informed from those who have been affected or not

thanks for your time in replying

it depends when you book HIA early bookings have gratuity included plus elite also 

one of our reason to book HAL is the thermal SPA 

relaxing limit space and adults only to us it's worth it

enjoy it if you get a chance to be there

need information on this excursion from passengers that have booked through HAL and were not able to go on excursion, did you get a refund or OBC? thank you and have a wonderful day

Koningsdam is our july2025 out of Vancouver choice you can't go wrong doing inside passage

Your right "cruise Suzy" 

from what I've seen all HIA are not the same  it seems when you book what's available 

we booked july2025 Alaska HIA and in looking at HIA for july2024 its not the same

Freedom 4/2

Help RCCL how do we get luggage tags?  Thanks first time on RCCL 

Can we bring a bottle wine and twelve pack of sodas?? 
thank you 

On 6/18/2016 at 7:55 PM, Aboat1 said:

What are they. Where do you get them? What is the advantage of using them? Want to know more!

I don't know if you got your answer yet. But AARP rewards for members sells them for most cruise lines in increments of $100 and $500

can someone clarify what is the correct amount on drinks and pricing

thanks

On 11/10/2023 at 7:01 AM, sambamama said:

I found it was more expensive to combine two flights than to fly directly to Vancouver. And then you run into the added chance of delays and chance of lost luggage. But everyone makes choices. I've been to Vancouver many times. The mass transit is great there. If you truly are worried about money, stay further off the grid and use mass transit. You can find something for $200 or so. I stayed at the YMCA before. It was fine. That being said, the fancy hotels are gorgeous and Vancouver is a wonderful city. If you have extra time, come in 3 nights early and go to Victoria by ferry, and then come back. 

Thanks sounds great

4 minutes ago, Hogladyrider said:

 

I know exactly where Florida City is.  Used to have a place at The Harborage in Key Largo back in the 90's.  Now retired and we travel fulltime in our RV, wintering in Yuma AZ after living in Florida for 40+ years.....no desire to return either.

 

Lots to consider and research for your cruise to Alaska.  Again a lot depends on the time of year you will be cruising.  We opted for shoulder season for several reasons.  My other half does not fly, so we are taking a 6 day repositioning cruise from SD to Vancouver.  Overnight in Vancouver then board HAL Koningsdam for B2B Inside Passage cruises.  We will return to Arizona via Amtrak....retirement is about adventures.

 

We will be cruising on HAL Koningsdam this January 18 days to Hawaii......we love everything about HAL for sure.

Gloria loves HAL hydro pool actually we both do funny about your RV we just rented a c class for a week to Jolly Rogers in Marathon’s first time doing it and we are hooked on RVing for good once we get back from our Alaska cruise selling and traveling our great country. Thanks again 

9 minutes ago, Hogladyrider said:

From your signature it looks like you might be flying out of Florida.  If so, I've done this twice, both times took red eye out of OIA.  Alaska Airlines offers a companion fare with their CC so you might want to research that.  

It is a LONG flight no matter what airline you choose.  I have never booked flights via the cruise line as I prefer to select my own flight times.

As for hotels we are doing HAL in Alaska in 2025 and OMG the hotels are VERY expensive.  Pan Pacific is $500 in May!  Guess it depends on your budget, for us it is one night, clean room, bathroom etc. I'd rather spend the extra  $$$ doing other things.  We do not have cc points so we will be paying for a room when bookings open for 2025.

Good luck whatever you choose, it does depend on the time of year your are cruising, we will be cruising in May, early shoulder season.

Thanks and yes we live closer to key largo than Miami it’s a long flight but can’t wait my only half will turn 65 and retire. We missed out on 60 because of Covid when our 10 day to Alaska was cancelled..,,

19 minutes ago, Susanmaz said:

As for airfare, it depends on where you’re coming from and returning to… we fly from the west coast, so our options are different from flying from east coast. We like to stay down by Canada Place and spend a day or two exploring. If you don’t plan to come in until the day before, it may be better to stay by the airport and shuttle down to the pier. 

Sounds good 

Thanks 

Yes

1 hour ago, CruiserBruce said:

Please don't write in all caps. It is considered yelling, and against Cruise Critic rules.

 

The only way to know about airfares is to do the research...compare what you can buy on your own, and what the cruise line offers. There is no one absolute better option.

Sorry and thank you

WHAT IS BEST FOR AIRFARE AND HOTEL? USE HOLLAND OR ON MY OWN? THANKS TO ALL

5 hours ago, syesmar said:

 

@a.madruga  Linking your other Thread here to keep them together.

 

thanks

On 11/6/2023 at 11:03 AM, YourWorldWithBill said:

As @CruiserBrucesaid, in a Neptune suite you are already Club Orange. It is very useful for verandahs, as you can book the cheapest in the category and get a free upgrade.

Thanks for your help. Information was 💵💵

6 hours ago, CruiserBruce said:

All offer the package. Only the Pinnacle class (Rotterdam, Konningsdam, N. Statendam) offer the separate dining room.

CB.  Does any cabin category can add club orange?  Thanks sorry new to this