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  1. 3 minutes ago, cruisetonowhere10 said:

    Makes sense but I don’t have a relationship with one so I’d be randomly picking.  That makes me uneasy so I guess I pay more. 😂

    You can't have a relationship with a TA until you start one.

    Ask frequent cruisers that you know for recommendations.

    Keep in mind that most cruise lines prohibit TA's in the US from advertising their best rates so you must make contact .

     

     

  2. In the US I usually find the best cruise rate best as soon as published .

    Cuinard always has a Sale going on , mostly adding OBC or upgrades .

    Should I find something better before Final ,I can cancel , rebook and move my deposit .

    I always use a TA as they are permitted to discount Cunard rates and Groups which may add OBC , and other amenities.

    I always compare booking Direct and via my TA . TA always wins out as the best deal 100% of the time.

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  3. If you plan to book direct, at least compare it to current TA offerings  before booking.

    Keep in mind that in many cases TA's cruise lines prohibit TA's from advertising their best rates

    so they must be contacted.

    You may even learn more about the cruise you are about to book?

     

  4. Carnival tried the 100% non-Smoking with the Paradise when it was first launched.

    Smoking was prohibited even during construction.

    Failed due to not being able to attract group business .

    We sailed aboard once and it was very enjoyable without the stink , especially the casino area.

     

  5. Suggest to have a Good Travel Agent handle your group.

    Cost you nothing

    Knowledge of ships and cruise lines.

    Handles all questions from potential guests

    Single point of contact for bookings and payments. (As a former cruise TA , I can state that everyone thinks a Group Cruise is a great idea until it is time for payments)

    TA may throw in some extra amenities in addition to those offered by the cruise line.

     

     

     

     

  6. Cunard Air doesn't let you choose until final payment for the cruise. I think some airlines allow you to pay the airfare early in order to choose seats, but I don't know if they all do. 

     

    I have used Cunard Choice Air several times and have always been able to choose my seats as soon as I booked the cruise and well before Final Payment.

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  7. Maybe someone can elaborate how much control one has by booking CunardAir. We’ve booked CunardAir before but frankly don’t remember the details. 

     

    Cunard Complete Air does state Late Arrival Protection and one Point of Contact.

    No deposit required to book along with cruise reservation , no payment until 45 days prior to flight.

    Once booked , seats may be assigned by calling the airline  or online @ the Airline site.

  8. If the teens are first time cruisers , they may enjoy  Cunard during schools breaks.

    If they have cruised other cruise lines (especially the amusement park at sea ships)

    it could be a bit of a let down?

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