Best bang of the buck?

[phoenix1181]

I’ve been planning to book our next cruise while on the Explorer in a couple of weeks in order to take advantage of the lower deposit, OBC & still get a Balcony discount. Last night the price of the cruise we’re planning on was down $50 pp. I didn’t book it because I want the perks. Naturally, this morning I looked & the price is higher than it’s been since I started watching it! So, the questions are………….

 

If I book it now, can I rebook onboard & still get the perks?

 

How much is the OBC for an 11 day cruise?

 

How much is the Diamond balcony discount when you book 9 months out?

 

Should I wait?

[phoenix1181]

Anyone?

 

DH has called me 3 times already asking if I've booked yet. I can't make an intelligent decision if I don't know what I'll gain or lose by waiting.

[marci22]

Diamond Balcony Discount When Booking More Than 6 Months From Sailing Date:

$125* for sailings of 3-5 nights

$225* for sailings of 6-9 nights

$325* for sailings of 10-14 nights

$325* for sailings of 15+ nights

 

*When booking less than 6 months from sailing date subtract $25 from each dollar amount.

 

OBC From Booking On Board

$25 for sailings of 3-5 nights

$100 for sailings of 6-9 nights

$150 for sailings of 10-14 nights

$200 for sailings of 15+ nights

[marci22]

In the past, the Loyalty Ambassador onboard has let me rebook a cruise for the obc credit. Recent reports say that they will no longer do this.

[phoenix1181]

Thanks! Looks like I should have booked last night...... I'll keep looking. If it goes down again, I won't hesitate.