CruiseWhere Posted October 5, 2014 #26 Share Posted October 5, 2014 Sometimes the Penthouse is not listed on the Website even if it or they are available. If you have changed your mind, call HAL I've noticed that as well! Can anyone explain?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam.Seattle Posted October 5, 2014 #27 Share Posted October 5, 2014 I've noticed that as well! Can anyone explain?:confused: So people don't tie up the room by making an online reservation that blocks the room for 24+ hours and then don't follow through, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
65 Gator Posted October 5, 2014 #28 Share Posted October 5, 2014 We were fortunate to be in the PS on a Panama Canal trip and loved it. The view is spectacular. I did a little timelapse video of one set of locks with the camera on the railing. It is at: Would do it again if offered an upsell... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWhere Posted October 5, 2014 #29 Share Posted October 5, 2014 So people don't tie up the room by making an online reservation that blocks the room for 24+ hours and then don't follow through, Call me blonde but I still don't understand how that works???!! How does Joe Average that wants to book a PS know if it's available??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 5, 2014 #30 Share Posted October 5, 2014 Call me blonde but I still don't understand how that works???!! How does Joe Average that wants to book a PS know if it's available??? Exactly. I'm having a hard time believing that's the story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWhere Posted October 6, 2014 #31 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Exactly. I'm having a hard time believing that's the story. Still would love to know the answer to this!!!! Anyone??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 6, 2014 #32 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) Hopefully the poster will come back and let us know how he knows that. I have seen the PH listed on some cruises so it's completely false that it's never shown. Edited October 6, 2014 by cruz chic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWhere Posted October 6, 2014 #33 Share Posted October 6, 2014 What I don't understand is that some of the cruises show the PS, even though it is fades out to show it has been booked, and I understand that. However some cruises don't even show the PS as a selection of cabin, sold or not:confused::confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam.Seattle Posted October 7, 2014 #34 Share Posted October 7, 2014 (edited) Hopefully the poster will come back and let us know how he knows that. I have seen the PH listed on some cruises so it's completely false that it's never shown. Did someone say "never" ?? I said "sometimes" Edited October 7, 2014 by Sam.Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted October 7, 2014 #35 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Did someone say "never" ?? I said "sometimes" So they only show it when they think it won't be tied up:rolleyes:. That makes no sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folk Singer Posted October 7, 2014 #36 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Just got an upsell offer from HAL to upgrade from my deck 5 aft-wrap (with a huge balcony) to the Penthouse for $1100 per person. We are on an 11 day, Panama Canal partial transit, to/from Fort Lauderdale. Any advice? I would love to try the Penthouse, but on the other hand I am really looking forward to the great aft-wrap cabin for the Canal. What a great problem to have! I would in a blink up grade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folk Singer Posted October 7, 2014 #37 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Still would love to know the answer to this!!!! Anyone??? Nous Aussi. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWhere Posted October 7, 2014 #38 Share Posted October 7, 2014 My curiosity is getting the better of me on this one so I think I'm going to start a new thread. Perhaps I/we can get some answers there.:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam.Seattle Posted October 8, 2014 #39 Share Posted October 8, 2014 (edited) So they only show it when they think it won't be tied up:rolleyes:. That makes no sense. Oh my.... I give up. That is not what I said either. Have a nice day.... Bye :rolleyes: Edited October 8, 2014 by Sam.Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted October 8, 2014 #40 Share Posted October 8, 2014 The PS does not always show available if there are several segments on your cruise. HAL will offer it to separate segments and have it show booked on a collectors' cruise for example. If you are interested in it, your TA can ask for it to be pulled from inventory and then you will have pricing and can book it if you want. Just my experience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevingastreich Posted October 6, 2015 #41 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Keep the aft-wrap. You can't go wrong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 6, 2015 #42 Share Posted October 6, 2015 (edited) ..... Edited October 6, 2015 by sail7seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 81Zoomie Posted October 6, 2015 #43 Share Posted October 6, 2015 We took the upgrade on our Honeymoon. It was awesome! Awesome shower, 2 person jacuzzi inside and out, in room course by course dining, electric drapes, etc. We loved it :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted October 6, 2015 Author #44 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Keep the aft-wrap. You can't go wrong! Too late now - my cruise was last Dec.! For the record, I kept the deck 5 aft-wrap and we were sure glad that we did as it was the perfect place for viewing in the Panama Canal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ship2 Posted October 7, 2015 #45 Share Posted October 7, 2015 I had an aft wrap on deck 4 when we went thru the Canal. It was really great. It was right on the edge of the Zuiderdam, and I was really on top of the gates. That said, however, there was minimal roof to shield you from the sun, and it was really windy. Dave OKC was up on deck 5 where there was an overhang, and he has indicated it was a lot better. By the way, it was a long walk to the Neptune Lounge. Sone ships have a different stern arrangement, so depending, you might get more shielding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzardboy Posted October 7, 2015 #46 Share Posted October 7, 2015 (edited) Just got an upsell offer from HAL to upgrade from my deck 5 aft-wrap (with a huge balcony) to the Penthouse for $1100 per person. We are on an 11 day, Panama Canal partial transit, to/from Fort Lauderdale. Any advice? I would love to try the Penthouse, but on the other hand I am really looking forward to the great aft-wrap cabin for the Canal. What a great problem to have! We booked aft wrap 5191 on the advise of our PCC on the Z'dam for the Panama Canal trip you are on and were absolutely thrilled. There is no better view of the locks in operation as you have a view in three directions. When you say Penthouse, do you mean Pinnacle Suite? We looked at that idea, but having the largest covered veranda on the ship sold us on the aft location. You have shade or sun when you want it and some shelter from the wind while at sea, especially when compared to the location of the Pinnacle Suites. I really liked the idea of a separate living room and an extra bath, but I wouldn't spend an extra $2200, or $3300 if there's three passengers, on the up-sell. We presently have three cruises booked, all in aft wraps, so we are obviously sold on the location. Edited October 7, 2015 by blizzardboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzardboy Posted October 7, 2015 #47 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Call me blonde but I still don't understand how that works???!! How does Joe Average that wants to book a PS know if it's available??? Mr. Obvious wants to know if you've thought about calling HAL? You can also go through the booking process on-line and see if it's an available choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzardboy Posted October 7, 2015 #48 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Just got an upsell offer from HAL to upgrade from my deck 5 aft-wrap (with a huge balcony) to the Penthouse for $1100 per person. We are on an 11 day, Panama Canal partial transit, to/from Fort Lauderdale. Any advice? I would love to try the Penthouse, but on the other hand I am really looking forward to the great aft-wrap cabin for the Canal. What a great problem to have! Sorry for the "ex post facto" remarks. I didn't notice that this thread started a year ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted October 7, 2015 Author #49 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Sorry for the "ex post facto" remarks. I didn't notice that this thread started a year ago. No problem - I just wanted readers to know that the issue is no longer valid and what my thoughts were after the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevingastreich Posted October 7, 2015 #50 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Hey, what can I say? I'm a slow reader! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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