CrazyCanuckCruzer Posted October 11, 2012 #1 Share Posted October 11, 2012 OK. So DH and I leave on the Star in 10 days, so tomorrow we'll be doing the single digits dance - Woo Hoo! Today I was advised that there was a price drop on our cabin. So I go on NCL's site and check. We booked a balcony cabin - mid-ship - and they are all sold out! So I check the mini-suites and the price is now $170pp less than our balcony. You can bet that I called NCL but I was told that there were no mini-suites left ...:o( Then I asked if we could get OBC for the price difference and was told that since there are no mini-suites left, this could not be done. Disappointed, I hung up. A friend who is cruising with us in an OV called to be upgraded to a balcony cabin because that price was now less than what she paid and was told that there were no more balcony cabins left, but she was eligible, and got, a $150 obc! Now, I'm armed and dangerous (LOL). So I called NCL back with the intention of speaking to a manager, but the lady who took my call was so nice that I decided to go through the process again...And guess what? We have now been upgraded to a mini-suite!!! We are so happy! This cruise will be my 'Retirement Celebration' cruise. We wanted to book the mini-suite from the get-go but thought we would use the extra $$$ on other cruise things instead of the cabin. Just thought I'd share! We're going cruising, we're going cruising!! Ok. I'll come back to earth now and try to act like an adult - TRY is the operative word... LOLOLOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire53 Posted October 11, 2012 #2 Share Posted October 11, 2012 :D OK. So DH and I leave on the Star in 10 days, so tomorrow we'll be doing the single digits dance - Woo Hoo! Today I was advised that there was a price drop on our cabin. So I go on NCL's site and check. We booked a balcony cabin - mid-ship - and they are all sold out! So I check the mini-suites and the price is now $170pp less than our balcony. You can bet that I called NCL but I was told that there were no mini-suites left ...:o( Then I asked if we could get OBC for the price difference and was told that since there are no mini-suites left, this could not be done. Disappointed, I hung up. A friend who is cruising with us in an OV called to be upgraded to a balcony cabin because that price was now less than what she paid and was told that there were no more balcony cabins left, but she was eligible, and got, a $150 obc! Now, I'm armed and dangerous (LOL). So I called NCL back with the intention of speaking to a manager, but the lady who took my call was so nice that I decided to go through the process again...And guess what? We have now been upgraded to a mini-suite!!! We are so happy! This cruise will be my 'Retirement Celebration' cruise. We wanted to book the mini-suite from the get-go but thought we would use the extra $$$ on other cruise things instead of the cabin. Just thought I'd share! We're going cruising, we're going cruising!! Ok. I'll come back to earth now and try to act like an adult - TRY is the operative word... LOLOLOL Congrats!!!!! I know you will enjoy it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my_crib_too Posted October 11, 2012 #3 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Congratulation on the 'Retirement Celebration' cruise. I have a decade in front of me available to plan my retirement cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colsen0924 Posted October 11, 2012 #4 Share Posted October 11, 2012 :D Awesome news! Have fun! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoLoca2208 Posted October 11, 2012 #5 Share Posted October 11, 2012 That's great! We're on the same cruise. Originally booked inside cabin deck 12, then few weeks ago got upgraded to outside cabin and eventually week ago, to balcony on deck 8. We are still watching prices for mini suits :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puddles99 Posted October 11, 2012 #6 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Congratulations! Have an awesome time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYGirl1002 Posted October 11, 2012 #7 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Great news! Perseverance pays off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylenyc Posted October 11, 2012 #8 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Sweeeeet! And thanks for reminding me. I checked the prices and called for an upgrade from OA ocean view to BC balcony for $80 bucks on a 9 day cruise. Woohoo! I was on the Star couple of weeks ago. The crew is fabulous! There's a link in my signature if you want some tips for Bermuda. Congrats and Bon Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaPrincesa Posted October 11, 2012 #9 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Sweeeeet! And thanks for reminding me. I checked the prices and called for an upgrade from OA ocean view to BC balcony for $80 bucks on a 9 day cruise. Woohoo! I was on the Star couple of weeks ago. The crew is fabulous! There's a link in my signature if you want some tips for Bermuda. Congrats and Bon Voyage! Well congratulations Kyle! Hope Bendy Man is happy too :D ! ~ La Princesa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruisin14 Posted October 11, 2012 #10 Share Posted October 11, 2012 Sailing on Dec 4 from NYC, watching prices everyday. Really want the Penthouse, hope it comes down in price. Lynda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylenyc Posted October 12, 2012 #11 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Well congratulations Kyle! Hope Bendy Man is happy too :D ! ~ La Princesa LOL. Thanks. Yes he has a silly grin on his face doing the happy dance. Aren't you in a balcony too? :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladybiker4life Posted October 12, 2012 #12 Share Posted October 12, 2012 thats the way to handle them. congrats on you mini suite. have a great trip.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadKitteh Posted October 12, 2012 #13 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Congratulations! That is a nice surprise, huh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kruizin'Kath Posted October 12, 2012 #14 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Congrats & have fun! Nice to see good things being posted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurtonRiderT6 Posted October 12, 2012 #15 Share Posted October 12, 2012 I don't get it, I thought after final payment you were stuck unless they call you? So if the price has dropped I can try to get upgraded or receive on-board credit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camz Posted October 12, 2012 #16 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Congratulations! That makes your upcoming cruise more exciting. We were just aboard the Star on the Sept 30th sailing and the Upsell Fairy called us two days prior to grant us an upgrade from an Aft Facing Balcony Cabin on deck 10 to an Aft Facing Penthouse Suite on deck 9 with a rap around balcony. The excitement was incredible. Here's to Blue Skies and Calm Seas! Enjoy :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoyocruiser Posted October 12, 2012 #17 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Burtoncruiser, You are not entitled to anything if the price drops. However, if cabins are open at a higher level that are now selling at a price the same or even less than what you paid, then many people have had good luck being reassigned tot he higher cabin. If there are no cabins available--as seemed the case in this scenario--then some folks have been successful negotiating some OBC. It is my opinion that it is easier to get the higher level cabin than it is to get the OBC--the OBC seems to take more negotiating and at times people have not gotten it. The best way to think about it is that there is a chance you will get a better room and/or an OBC, and so you should make the effort. But it is not a given, you are not entitled to it, if you get it after final payment then NCL is doing something nice, and you can feel very happy. If you don't get it--as happens to some people--(not sure the criteria but it could be as simple as that it matters how you ask)--then don't get angry, upset with NCL and let it ruin your cruise. But by all means watch those prices, pick up the phone and see what you can do. That is one thing I have learned here on these boards. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RambleRocket Posted October 12, 2012 #18 Share Posted October 12, 2012 That is excellent news. Congrats and happy retirement :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deladypilot Posted October 12, 2012 #19 Share Posted October 12, 2012 That is awesome. Congrats on your retirement and have a wonderful trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youngestof9 Posted October 12, 2012 #20 Share Posted October 12, 2012 happy retirement! Enjoy your minisuite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdvmd Posted October 12, 2012 #21 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Yay! Have a great time! Happy retirement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaja Posted October 12, 2012 #22 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Congrats ! Enjoy every minute :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaPrincesa Posted October 12, 2012 #23 Share Posted October 12, 2012 LOL. Thanks. Yes he has a silly grin on his face doing the happy dance. Aren't you in a balcony too? :p Yes I am. :D As a matter of fact, I called my NCL PCC yesterday and got upgraded from a deck 8 balcony to deck 10 midship balcony. Will check in with my PCC in another 30 days to see if he can do more for me. ~ La Princesa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylenyc Posted October 13, 2012 #24 Share Posted October 13, 2012 Yes I am. :D As a matter of fact, I called my NCL PCC yesterday and got upgraded from a deck 8 balcony to deck 10 midship balcony. Will check in with my PCC in another 30 days to see if he can do more for me. ~ La Princesa Awesome. Congrats and good luck on another! Sounds like you already got a great deal to begin with it. I chose a deck nine aaaaaall the way forward and hoping to feel the ship rocking at night. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinchem Posted October 13, 2012 #25 Share Posted October 13, 2012 Congrats & have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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