Celebrity Solstice alaska July: cancel and re-book from cheaper seller?

[kimtaein1]

I booked the cruise today for my parents (my dad will turn 60 later this year).

I booked 'guranteed - balcony' category which means i have no idea what i will be getting, only that it will have some type of balcony.

 

My wife also did some research and found this website and it had 'Cabin # 6203 Category 2D - Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Veranda (Obstructed View)' for $400 cheaper and $50 more credit and free insurance. (i don't know if it is ok to list the name of travel agent as i don't see in others' threads). This was with all the extra charges.

 

I read that 6203 is right above smoking area and it has obstructed view.

Should i cancel my first reservation (reservation states that i don't have to pay penalty if cancel 90+ days prior) and take 2D or should i go with what i have and hope for the best and possibly get better room (or worse)?

Edited March 16, 2016 by kimtaein1

[QE2_Fan]

You are right I that TA's can't be mentioned on CC threads! Sounds good, if they have such a deal hopefully it is available on more than just a single cabin? You may be able to choose an alternate cabin (hopefully away from the smoking if your parents are non smokers) or pay a little extra for a higher category even. With a guarantee you can be lucky and get a higher grade (we got a 1C balcony when we had a guarantee booking) or you could get a lead in 2D cabin if they have a lot left available. The extra perks way in also... Is Celebroty or the TA also not offering a free beverage package or gratuities as perks? Good luck, sure they will love Sosltice regardless!

 

 

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[QE2_Fan]

Ps. Obstructed view balcony cabins are mostly pretty good on Solstice - you are above the lifeboats so can still look 'out' but just not 'down' to the sea. You may get a Davit or some other minor obstruction but far from anything complete blocking your view!

 

 

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[PartyAllDaTyme]

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[QE2_Fan]

Since QE2 Fan didn't happen to mention it, welcome to Cruise Critic! I suggest you join your cruise's roll call to chat with others that will be on the same cruise-- look for the link at the top of the page or click here.

 

Oh indeed, WELCOME ABOARD :D

 

I did not pick up on the tool I use to post that it was your first post!

You will find lots of info here, and also lots of fellow cruisers to help you out with any questions! Check out the port of call threads also if you haven't already, lots of Alaska info in there that will help with planning your parents cruise!!