akcruz Posted September 17, 2015 #26 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I think that people have been spoiled over the past 5 years or so with relatively low cruise pricing. I remember looking at balcony cabins on Freedom about 10 years ago that were going for over $1600 per person. A few years later that dropped substantially and we took advantage of those great prices. Yes, the prices have risen but when you look at what they were 10 years ago they are fairly close. On the other hand, look at what was included 10 years ago and how much onboard items cost (e.g. drink prices) Nothing like what it is now, this is where they are really getting you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted September 17, 2015 #27 Share Posted September 17, 2015 We have a GS on Liberty for a little under 1600 per person in April ( 7 days) , also have a good deal for Europe next September , bought these when bogoh 1st came out. Need to book when prices go down and do not cruise peak season . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 17, 2015 #28 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I would suggest booking next March when the next schedule is released. Works for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nbsjcruiser Posted September 17, 2015 #29 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Cruising since 2004, living in NJ, most of our cruises were out of Bayonne or Baltimore. It seems the days of reasonable price cruises are gone. The Liberty has crazy prices, the Anthem is worse. The Grandeur in Baltimore is not that much better for an old small ship without a lot to offer. RCI stock is pushing $100 and everyone at corporate is very happy. As senior citizen cruisers we are not. Am I the only one that feels this way? Just thought I would throw it out there. I will probably get flamed for my opinion. My advice - check other lines. While we will probably always be partial to RCI, there's a limit to what we'll digest. For example, we stumbled on to a special Princess has on. We booked a 7 day Eastern with 3 great stops for next Nov for $1100 USD total for two of us, taxes, tips and a free specialty dinner thrown in. It got us to thinking so we looked at February 2017. We originally had a 9 day on the NOS that did the southern ABC islands. Checking Princess we were able to get a 10 day that did those islands plus St Thomas and Princess Cay for the same price + a specialty restaurant as the 9 day on the NOS. For the extra day, extra stops and free dinner - no brainer. We found the same thing with the Getaway February 2016. Cheaper price than what RCI offered for a comparable ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakesnana Posted September 17, 2015 #30 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I see that prices have risen some, but not what I would consider "out of control". You just need to watch the sales. I booked a spring break cruise on the Navigator (OV for 4 people) back in February and paid just over $2600. for the cabin. In my mind, $654.00 per person for a spring break vacation is a killer price. I DID book when RCCL was running their "Tax Free" sale, which saved me almost $450.00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwaysflyin Posted September 17, 2015 #31 Share Posted September 17, 2015 7 day southbound Alaska for $360/pp (without taxes and port charges) 12 day TA on Allure for $400/pp 5 day Caribbean on Vision for $159/pp 13 day TA on Liberty for $360/pp These are all in the last 15 months. The deals are there; I just look at prices daily and when I see something I like, I pounce. I tend to book about 4-8 weeks out which is often the sweet spot for prices, and I always book an inside cabin. It can still be done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLAMBKY Posted September 17, 2015 #32 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I felt the same way (summer only cruising) but I found a deal through a TA, that was much lower pp than Royal's a year in advance. I am not sure if this will be a consistent thing (getting better prices in advance from TA) or if I just happened to luck out this time. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryano Posted September 17, 2015 #33 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Prices seem to be all over the place. I was looking at Majesty out of PC after drydock next year. A B2B in a deck 9 SOV is MORE than my Allure cruise next April in a CP balcony :rolleyes: Ill pass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 17, 2015 #34 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Prices seem to be all over the place. I was looking at Majesty out of PC after drydock next year. A B2B in a deck 9 SOV is MORE than my Allure cruise next April in a CP balcony :rolleyes: Ill pass We have a JS in January right at $1000. Seemed fine to me for the weekend. It is Friday the 13th though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisbob Posted September 17, 2015 #35 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I think cruises are pricier since the elegant every midnight buffets have been on lost experience list.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 17, 2015 #36 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I think cruises are pricier since the elegant every midnight buffets have been on lost experience list.. No idea what you meant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 17, 2015 #37 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Airr prices are way down- the lowest they've been in years. Directly related to lower fuel prices HA!!!:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 17, 2015 #38 Share Posted September 17, 2015 No idea what you meant Yeah I couldn't translate that either:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 17, 2015 #39 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Yeah I couldn't translate that either:D 1st post, it seems. Off to a good start. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelblu Posted September 17, 2015 #40 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Yep I agree you have to plan in advance if you want a great deal. I booked Harmony during the 30/30 deal and got a D8 cabin for $1667 total for two people. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Just got an e-mail from one of the large on-line TA and the Harmony pricing for early '16 for the East/West itinerary look very reasonable. Would take advantage of these pricing, especially for a new ship, but I've got a full cruise plate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiggeril Posted September 17, 2015 #41 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I don't understand why, in every fare thread, there's people stomping their feet about RCI's profits and stock price. Folks, what's good for them is good for us as customers in the long run. When profits and stock prices start dropping, that's when we start seeing fewer staff, slashed amenities, dirtier ships, and fewer itineraries. I'd rather sail with a company that's having good business than one that's down in the dumps! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minn0315 Posted September 17, 2015 #42 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I am more concerned about the cost of air fare. Our first class, five hour trip from the midwest United States to San Juan for a cruise on Adventure is $3,400.00 USD. That is more than our week long cruise in a GS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 17, 2015 #43 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Maybe you should price out coach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortypluscruiser Posted September 17, 2015 #44 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I don't understand why, in every fare thread, there's people stomping their feet about RCI's profits and stock price. Folks, what's good for them is good for us as customers in the long run. When profits and stock prices start dropping, that's when we start seeing fewer staff, slashed amenities, dirtier ships, and fewer itineraries. I'd rather sail with a company that's having good business than one that's down in the dumps! :eek: Or you can buy the stock to mitigate the effects of paying more for the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandgeezer Posted September 17, 2015 #45 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I don't understand why, in every fare thread, there's people stomping their feet about RCI's profits and stock price. Folks, what's good for them is good for us as customers in the long run. When profits and stock prices start dropping, that's when we start seeing fewer staff, slashed amenities, dirtier ships, and fewer itineraries. I'd rather sail with a company that's having good business than one that's down in the dumps! :eek: You see fewer staff and amenities now, that's part of the reason profits are up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitzmark Posted September 17, 2015 #46 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I am more concerned about the cost of air fare. Our first class, five hour trip from the midwest United States to San Juan for a cruise on Adventure is $3,400.00 USD. That is more than our week long cruise in a GS. price the economy tickets, and look for the rates when you are 2 months to 6 weeks out from your travel window. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 17, 2015 #47 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Maybe you should price out coach Most people in First Class are top tier frequent flyers being upgraded. I didn't know anyone actually pays for it:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortypluscruiser Posted September 17, 2015 #48 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Most people in First Class are top tier frequent flyers being upgraded. I didn't know anyone actually pays for it:D Depends on the aircraft. For long flights with three class service, first class is almost always paid for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitzmark Posted September 17, 2015 #49 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Depends on the aircraft. For long flights with three class service, first class is almost always paid for. I paid for it once on Reno Air, but the difference at the time was only $50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arzeena Posted September 17, 2015 #50 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Cruising since 2004, living in NJ, most of our cruises were out of Bayonne or Baltimore. It seems the days of reasonable price cruises are gone. The Liberty has crazy prices, the Anthem is worse. The Grandeur in Baltimore is not that much better for an old small ship without a lot to offer. RCI stock is pushing $100 and everyone at corporate is very happy. As senior citizen cruisers we are not. Am I the only one that feels this way? Just thought I would throw it out there. I will probably get flamed for my opinion. You are right about the prices. What I am surprised about its that the price on the Grandeur is sometimes higher than the Anthem! Really! What were they thinking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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