Single Supplement: 200% + $500?

[harryw]

My invoice from the TA indicates a 200% single person cabin rate plus a $500 surcharge. Is the $500 a new policy?

 

Harry

[LHT28]

wow if so that is pretty steep surcharge :eek:

[pacheco18]

Covers what the second person might have spent on board. They are getting it another way Not very nice IMO

 

 

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[StanandJim]

Would you prefer that they "reserve the right to decline to sell the cabin for less than it's stated occupancy" ?

 

That was the way that Single Occupancy worked for many, many years....

[pacheco18]

Would you prefer that they "reserve the right to decline to sell the cabin for less than it's stated occupancy" ?

 

 

 

That was the way that Single Occupancy worked for many, many years....

 

 

Guess u don't ever see urself single widowed divorced or living with someone unable to travel.

 

I'd like them to take a page out of Azamaras book and offer some cruises or limited cabins at 25% single supplement

 

Life happens

 

 

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[hypercafe]

I can see the 200% as all fares are for two but the 500$ seems like a rip off. I would look around. Oceania is not the only line. I think Crystal and the Europa2 have some deals for singles.

 

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[oregon50]

You should really take a look at the per diem cost. It either makes sense, or not. I've looked every which way I can and cannot figure out the value proposition. Glad they have such a following, but I'm not much of a follower.

[harryw]

Well, we really want to do this family vacation and love Oceania. Unless one of us is married off by next summer, we'll probably go...

 

Harry

[LHT28]

Well I would find it absurd to charge an extra $500 to try recoop what someone may spend

We rarely spend more than $50-$100 so will they now start charging us extra because we do not spend enough :eek:

 

What is the surcharge for ??

 

 

Lyn

[harryw]

That's an interesting concept - base the rates on past spending patterns...heavy gamblers in the casino might do well...

 

Harry

[LHT28]

That's an interesting concept - base the rates on past spending patterns...heavy gamblers in the casino might do well...

 

Harry

 

Have you asked what the surcharge is for??

[harryw]

In response to my e-mail, the TA only responded that it is a "single supplement."

 

Harry

[hypercafe]

Guess I learned two things in the last few weeks. Oceania is not family friendly nor singles friendly

They must be doing well to eliminate those two segments of the population.

 

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[gbs1112]

What is to stop you booking for two, Mr and Mrs or whatever, and 'unfortunately' the second passenger had to drop out at the last minute.?

[Silver Sweethearts]

I can see the 200% as all fares are for two but the 500$ seems like a rip off. I would look around. Oceania is not the only line. I think Crystal and the Europa2 have some deals for singles.

 

This from Silversea: "Silversea is delighted to welcome you aboard our intimate, all-inclusive ships with single supplements on select voyages that are only 10% above Silver Privilege Fares. Every voyage includes a Welcoming Champagne Reception to make it easier to meet and mingle with solo travellers, and on select voyages, Gentlemen Hosts are also available as dance partners or dinner companions.

 

All-inclusive fares include a spacious, ocean-view suite, personalised butler service, complimentary wines and spirits, fine dining, sophisticated enrichment and entertainment programmes, and all onboard gratuities.

Come experience a voyage of a lifetime. Now there’s nothing preventing you from exploring the world."

 

Silver Privilege Fares are cruise-only prices. We found there to be quite a number of these "select voyages" to choose from.

[pacheco18]

This from Silversea: "Silversea is delighted to welcome you aboard our intimate, all-inclusive ships with single supplements on select voyages that are only 10% above Silver Privilege Fares. Every voyage includes a Welcoming Champagne Reception to make it easier to meet and mingle with solo travellers, and on select voyages, Gentlemen Hosts are also available as dance partners or dinner companions.

 

All-inclusive fares include a spacious, ocean-view suite, personalised butler service, complimentary wines and spirits, fine dining, sophisticated enrichment and entertainment programmes, and all onboard gratuities.

Come experience a voyage of a lifetime. Now there’s nothing preventing you from exploring the world."

 

Silver Privilege Fares are cruise-only prices. We found there to be quite a number of these "select voyages" to choose from.

 

No female hosts for the single guys?

 

I think this is more like it but it does not have be as low as 10% IMO. 100% plus $500 is just very harsh. I would like to see Oceania soften the policy to be more reachable by single guests. You never know when any of us may need to travel solo.

Edited July 7, 2014 by pacheco18

[pacheco18]

Well I would find it absurd to charge an extra $500 to try recoop what someone may spend

We rarely spend more than $50-$100 so will they now start charging us extra because we do not spend enough :eek:

 

What is the surcharge for ??

 

 

Lyn

 

We don't spend much either other than unlimited internet and we usually have a large OBC -- but we are in the minority -- between alcohol, spa treatments, bingo, internet, the casino, shops and shore excursions I would guess 500 per person is about average. If they only have one person in the cabin, they lose that spending.

 

I think their entire approach is just wrong. Oceania can do better in this area.

 

They could also consider adding single special rates for cruises that are not selling well. Is it better to have a single paying 125% or an empty cabin?

[orchestrapal]

How about this supplement for children also? That might prevent anyone thinking of bring a child on O to think again.

[harryw]

[quote name=, Gentlemen Hosts are also available as dance partners or dinner companions.

 

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I didn't realize Gentlemen Hosts are a job title. I wonder what the hiring criteria are. Is a resume required?

[pacheco18]

I didn't realize Gentlemen Hosts are a job title. I wonder what the hiring criteria are. Is a resume required?

 

Quite a throwback.

Wonder what other services they provide LOLOL

 

You'd better look good in a tux, be able to dance, be utterly charming and sophisticated, be a great conversationalist and be willing to put up with the good the bad and the ugly.

[harryw]

...masterful at trivia and art auctions...

 

Harry

[LHT28]

I didn't realize Gentlemen Hosts are a job title. I wonder what the hiring criteria are. Is a resume required?

They have them on HAL ..they get a reduced rate

[pacheco18]

...masterful at trivia and art auctions...

 

Harry

 

Knows how to recognize a fish fork . . ..

[Mura]

I didn't realize Gentlemen Hosts are a job title. I wonder what the hiring criteria are. Is a resume required?

 

I have a close friend who served this function -- although not on Oceania. This was before Oceania existed, and was probably on a mass market line. I remember that his cruise went through the Panama Canal (which enthralled him) and his duties were to escort the single ladies, dance with them, etc.

 

His resume was theater but he was also tall and handsome.

 

Also gay ... So no extra duties were implied or assumed.

 

Mura

[zoncom]

Mura, remember yrs. ago on Princess male dance host told me most of host guys were gay. Guess it prevents hanky panky with Female passengers.