New program : signature plus

[LHC]

Once again, solo sailors get the shaft. Since this new promo is limited to outside cabins and above, any solos are paying a full double rate. But when it comes to giving the benefits, they get the bennies for a single person.

Since they are paying for two, they should get benefits for two.

 

I agree as I cruise solo too now that DD is married.

[HamOp]

Once again, solo sailors get the shaft. Since this new promo is limited to outside cabins and above, any solos are paying a full double rate. But when it comes to giving the benefits, they get the bennies for a single person.

Since they are paying for two, they should get benefits for two.

 

Nope, can't agree with that.

 

Let's assume for the moment that the cabin fare covers the cost of operating the ship (although I'm not sure it does).

HAL makes it's money on all the "extras".

Are you willing to pay double for a drink? Pay double for your shore excursions? Pay double for your dinner at the extra charge restaurants? Pay double your HSC?

 

If you can answer yes to all of those then yes, I would agree you should get all the perks that two people pay for.

[SeaBands]

but it doesn't compare to what X is offering.

[GeriatricNurse]

Once again, solo sailors get the shaft. Since this new promo is limited to outside cabins and above, any solos are paying a full double rate. But when it comes to giving the benefits, they get the bennies for a single person.

Since they are paying for two, they should get benefits for two.

 

RuthC, I agree with everything that you have stated in this post! :);)

[GeriatricNurse]

but it doesn't compare to what X is offering.

 

 

What is X offering? :confused: As well, X charges a full 200% for solo cruisers, :eek: so it would have to be a great offering for me, as a solo, to book with X! ;)

[LAFFNVEGAS]

but it doesn't compare to what X is offering.

Yes but i am finding HAL is a lot cheaper on most sailings over Celebrity. Especially comparing Europe and Alaska it is a huge difference for some similar sailings. Trust me you are paying for that extra amenity of 123 Go with Celebrity

[solocanadian]

Once again, solo sailors get the shaft. Since this new promo is limited to outside cabins and above, any solos are paying a full double rate. But when it comes to giving the benefits, they get the bennies for a single person.

Since they are paying for two, they should get benefits for two.

 

Here Here!

[solocanadian]

I believe this will be Roll Out with Holland America's Newest promotion that will be starting on December 17th called Above and Beyond.

The New Signature Plus Program will be encouraging cruisers to reserve Shore Excursions Early as well as Dining Packages and Beverage Packages with offering discounts for doing so. I do not have any details about the Signature Plus just tidbits that have been mentioned to me. This should be Rolled out soon with details.

 

This is the details about the new promotion called Above and Beyond. It is mostly geared toward Europe but does offer amenities for Alaska Cruises and Land and Sea and Canada New England

The Above and Beyond promotion will include the following rich offers for select departures June 2014- Dec 2014.

 

 

Exclusive for select Europe departures: For Ocean View and above bookings, (interior space cabins will not be eligible and no Prinsendam departures)

1. $100.00 beverage package per day per couple (or $50.00 per person first two in stateroom)

2. Up to 10% off savings on select shore excursions (the consumer must purchase the shore excursion during the time that Above and Beyond promotion is in place Dec. 21, 2013 through end of Feb 2014)

3. 50% reduced deposits

4. Third and Fourth person in same stateroom free or reduced fares.

 

Select Alaska Cruises, Alaska Land and Sea Journeys, Canada- New England as well as other fall departures will receive the following In lieu of a beverage card: we will offer on board spending credits: ( new terminology for shipboard credit.)

1.7 to ten day $75.00 per person or $150.00 per couple applies to first two guests in cabin.

11- 14 days $100.00 per person or $200.00 per couple applies to first two guests in cabin.

15+days $150.00 per person or $300.00 per couple applies to first two guests in cabin.

2. Up to 10% savings on select and shore excursions which must be booked during the Above and Beyond booking season of Dec 21. 2013 to end of February 2014.

3. 50% reduced deposits.

4. Third and fourth person in same cabin free or reduced fares.

 

 

Lisa, would I qualify for the $75.00 pp on board spending credit for each cruise (Northbound and Southbound)?

[RuthC]

Nope, can't agree with that.

 

Let's assume for the moment that the cabin fare covers the cost of operating the ship (although I'm not sure it does).

Nope. The promo is attached to the cabin, and to a lesser extent, the cabin category. It is not attached to any further purchases.

 

If two people pay $1500 for an outside cabin (or higher), they receive two of the promo. If a solo pays $1500 for the identical cabin, (s)he receives one.

[Safetyal]

This came today:

 

Signature Plus by Lifestyle Collection

A new program that rewards you for select onboard expenditures.*

 

 

Thank you for booking a cruise with Holland America Line. We want to let you know about a new program — Signature Plus by Lifestyle Collection. Every eligible dollar spent on board is matched with an equal credit at Signature Plus by Lifestyle Collection.

 

How the program works:

 

• Earn Credits for select onboard and pre-board purchases — including Shore Excursions!

 

 

 

• Details about your total credits and how to use them toward Signature Plus by Lifestyle Collection merchandise will be available after the completion of your cruise by logging into “My Account”

 

 

 

• Signature Plus by Lifestyle Collection provides you with member-only access to hand-selected fine wines, gourmet luxuries and over 3,000 name-brand items at incredible prices. Every eligible dollar spent on board is matched with an equal credit at Signature Plus by Lifestyle Collection. Apply the savings credits as partial payment and discover a new way to reward yourself.

 

 

We look forward to welcoming you on board

Edited December 13, 2013 by Safetyal

[tkwbear]

Once again, solo sailors get the shaft. Since this new promo is limited to outside cabins and above, any solos are paying a full double rate. But when it comes to giving the benefits, they get the bennies for a single person.

Since they are paying for two, they should get benefits for two.

 

Yeah, HAL should show the single travelers more respect. I miss the days of the 1.4 - 1.6 single supplement.

[Gail & Marty sailing away]

Thanks for the info ...