markjj99 Posted June 28, 2014 #1 Share Posted June 28, 2014 So, we (family of 4, 2 adults; 2 14 year old children) have decided to take the 7 night western on Oasis June 6, 2015. We have decided to be in the same room. We were going to book an OS until we heard about the RFS, which seems awesome and way better fit for our family. Both would cost about $10 k even. We REALLY want a RFS but there is that pesky 5 passenger minimum and the rci reps wont budge even after me offering to pay for a fifth person but not bring one. Does anyone know ANY ways around the pesky minimum? Travel agents who can bend the rule? ANYTHING? And no, we will not bring a fifth passenger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted June 28, 2014 #2 Share Posted June 28, 2014 Add someone's mother to the reservation and then she doesn't show up? You will have to pay for her but you said you'd do that anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted June 29, 2014 #3 Share Posted June 29, 2014 The OS will be more than sufficient....and as time goes on, they will release the RFS to less than 5, if no one books it. Yes...your only option is to pay for 5.....just put in a fake name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renza Posted June 29, 2014 #4 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We will be on the same cruise. Why not two Jr. Suites connected. You would have a larger room and much more private for you husband and u Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjj99 Posted June 29, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) renza that would work but js dont have suite perks and the perks are important to us. So no budging, just pay for a fifth person? Edited June 29, 2014 by markjj99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurschick Posted June 29, 2014 #6 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) The royal suites available that sailing. Why not book that:confused: Two bathrooms and master bedroom is separate. I am guessing would be similar in price to RFS? Otherwise get your kids to bring a friend!!!!!! Edited June 29, 2014 by Spurschick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renza Posted June 29, 2014 #7 Share Posted June 29, 2014 What are the suite perks? Our friends are booking tomorrow and looking at the grand suite and kids in a regular balcony. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted June 29, 2014 #8 Share Posted June 29, 2014 The royal suites available that sailing. Why not book that:confused:Two bathrooms and master bedroom is separate. I am guessing would be similar in price to RFS? Otherwise get your kids to bring a friend!!!!!! The price for the royal Suite is a LOT more than the RFS. Don't know the price of the RFS but Op said it was comparable to an owners suite. The Royal suite is $4100 more pp than the owners suite. Don't think that would be an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted June 29, 2014 #9 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) No way around the "pesky minimum" as the RFS is one of very few staterooms that holds up to 8 people and they want to be sure it is available for larger parties to book. Even with 5 as the minimum they hope to - and usually get - more than that on the reservation which maximizes the value to RCI as well as those in the suite. So either add and pay for a 5th person (which IMO would be of questionable value if it is a phantom booking) or check into other arrangements. The owners suite option you mention would be viable. Sometimes they will open the RFS to less than the minimum closer to sailing date, but that is usually a long shot and not something to count on. Edited June 29, 2014 by leaveitallbehind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurschick Posted June 29, 2014 #10 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) The price for the royal Suite is a LOT more than the RFS. Don't know the price of the RFS but Op said it was comparable to an owners suite. The Royal suite is $4100 more pp than the owners suite. Don't think that would be an option. Wow - I must have got a great deal when I booked it - see you are on my sailing for that one:D look forward to meeting you:) Sorry op in that case get your kids to bring a friend;) Edited June 29, 2014 by Spurschick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted June 29, 2014 #11 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) Wow - I must have got a great deal when I booked it - see you are on my sailing for that one:D look forward to meeting you:)Sorry op in that case get your kids to bring a friend;) He will be easy to spot. He will be the one on his balcony in a hammock strung from a tree sipping on his beverage of choice while being fanned with palm frons by pretty women in grass hula skirts and coconut bikini tops! Right Ken?? :D:eek:;) Edited June 29, 2014 by leaveitallbehind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted June 29, 2014 #12 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Wow - I must have got a great deal when I booked it - see you are on my sailing for that one:D look forward to meeting you:) Sorry op in that case get your kids to bring a friend;) See you on board. Glad I'm not the only one that booked that far in advance.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted June 29, 2014 #13 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) He will be easy to spot. He will be the one on his balcony in a hammock strung from a tree sipping on his beverage of choice while being fanned with palm frons by pretty women in grass hula skirts and coconut bikini tops! Right Ken?? :D:eek:;) Already been to Home Depot and picked up a couple of C clamps and they are packed. Hammock ready to go.:D Edited June 29, 2014 by Ourusualbeach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted June 29, 2014 #14 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) What are the suite perks? Our friends are booking tomorrow and looking at the grand suite and kids in a regular balcony. Sent from my iPhone using Forums From the RCI website: Enhanced Program for Suite Guests Staying in the following suites*: Royal Suite, Royal Family Suite, Presidential Family Suite, Owner's Suite, Grand Suite Oasis Class: Royal Loft Suite, Sky Loft Suite, AquaTheater Suite & Crown Loft Suite *Excludes Junior Suites Priority check-in Personalized attention throughout the cruise with complimentary Concierge Club service on select ships Reserved prime seating in the main theater for entertainment shows, where available Priority tender tickets on select cruises. (Tender service is provided when smaller vessels are necessary to reach shore in locations without docking ports large enough for cruise ships.) VIP pool deck seating, where available Full breakfast, lunch and dinner dining room menus available for in-room dining Private breakfast and lunch seating in specialty restaurants on our Voyager and Freedom Class ships Mattel® board games available to order for in-room entertainment for the kids Complimentary luggage valet service Luxury spa bathrobes for use onboard Complimentary pressing service on formal night Priority departure with exclusive suite* departure lounge featuring continental breakfast Suite guests also receive double C & A points for every night at sea in a JS or higher. Edited June 29, 2014 by leaveitallbehind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted June 29, 2014 #15 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Already been to Home Depot and picked up a couple of C clamps and they are packed. Hammock ready to go.:D Pictures Ken - you in the hammock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted June 29, 2014 #16 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Pictures Ken - you in the hammock! Maybe a step by step instructional guide. Hammock hanging 101. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjj99 Posted June 29, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We are considering a aqua theater suite for high $12 ks would it be worth it over mid $10 owners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurschick Posted June 29, 2014 #18 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We are considering a aqua theater suite for high $12 ks would it be worth it over mid $10 owners There's normally a minimum capacity on them as well as they have separate bedrooms and sleep 8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurschick Posted June 29, 2014 #19 Share Posted June 29, 2014 See you on board. Glad I'm not the only one that booked that far in advance.:D You don't realize how long it's taken me to persuade DH to go on the Oasis:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted June 29, 2014 #20 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We are considering a aqua theater suite for high $12 ks would it be worth it over mid $10 owners Minimum 5 in that suite as well as it holds 8. OS holds 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dep Posted June 29, 2014 #21 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) We were able to snag the royal family suite on the Oasis for October 27, 2014. We got very very lucky,party of 6,for $6200 including port charges taxes insurance and gratuities on the BOGOHO . Although it is a five night cruise it is still a super price. Edited June 29, 2014 by dep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now