BellaBaci4 Posted February 24, 2018 #1 Share Posted February 24, 2018 Hi All, I tried to book back to back cruises for January 2019 today from NYC. I was looking at the sailaway rate because as a non drinker, I don't feel there is value in the perks for me. I was told, you cannot book back to back with the sailaway rate. Has anyone heard this before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugtech Posted February 24, 2018 #2 Share Posted February 24, 2018 The possible problem could be you will not have the same cabin on both cruises. One would think you could book them as separate cruises and realize on disembark day you will probably be moving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BellaBaci4 Posted February 24, 2018 Author #3 Share Posted February 24, 2018 Well, yes, I did want the same cabin, that is what I was unable to do. I did this same cruise this past January, and I paid 50% less than this year's quote. I was still willing to book, but wanted the same cabin for back to back. Frankly, I am extremely annoyed with NCL. This was not a bargain, but why take away the convenience for me of letting me have the same cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casofilia Posted February 24, 2018 #4 Share Posted February 24, 2018 1) For "Sailaway" rate are you able to choose the actual cabin? 2) If you can, is the same cabin available for both cruises you want to do? 3) If so, what is the problem? Just book the two separate cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BellaBaci4 Posted February 24, 2018 Author #5 Share Posted February 24, 2018 It was when I requested the same cabin, I was told new rule, you cannot choose sailaway pricing for back to back cruises. As a matter of principle, I want the same cabin, they act as if they are giving it away, and clearly, that is not the case. I have been loyal to NCL, now I am looking elsewhere for my back to back. Would like to hear opinions on this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weetahbugdotcom Posted February 24, 2018 #6 Share Posted February 24, 2018 It was when I requested the same cabin, I was told new rule, you cannot choose sailaway pricing for back to back cruises. As a matter of principle, I want the same cabin, they act as if they are giving it away, and clearly, that is not the case. I have been loyal to NCL, now I am looking elsewhere for my back to back. Would like to hear opinions on this That’s why sailaways are cheap- you get whatever cabin no one else wants. The system literally picks your cabin for you- for each cruise- so essentially you would be picking your cabin on the second cruise- which is not possible on a sail away. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padams2017 Posted February 24, 2018 #7 Share Posted February 24, 2018 That’s why sailaways are cheap- you get whatever cabin no one else wants. The system literally picks your cabin for you- for each cruise- so essentially you would be picking your cabin on the second cruise- which is not possible on a sail away. I guess OP could guarantee that they got the same cabin (if it's available) by paying the higher category price on the second leg. If NCL guaranteed it to you at the sailaway rate, they would be discounting it and losing revenue from someone who was willing to pay a higher price to guarantee that specific cabin. A cabin that gets assigned at a sailaway on one cruise my be someone's favorite cabin on the next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanger727 Posted February 24, 2018 #8 Share Posted February 24, 2018 NCL has two main rates these days. 1. A premium rate where you pick your cabin and get perks, and 2. A discount rate for a guarantee cabin that comes with no perks. They do sometimes offer a guarantee cabin with perks, but I’ve not heard of them offering a pick your cabin rate without perks. I’m a little confused by your situation. Are they allowing you to pick your cabin on the first leg with the sail away rate? Or are you fine with not picking a cabin and simply want the same cabin for two legs? If it’s the second one, then yes, it makes sense that they would say no. You are trying to book a guarantee rate AND pick your cabin. I’ve not even seen them offer a rate where you pick your cabin without perks which is what you seem to be looking for. while I’m not against the perks, I’m not willing to take a guarantee cabin so we went up getting perks since I’m willing to pay for the ability to pick my cabin. You may have to switch lines if you find Norwegian’s non-guarantee prices too high. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted February 24, 2018 #9 Share Posted February 24, 2018 I don't think any line offers guaranty rates where you pick your cabin. Maybe after they assign you a cabin, you can change within the same catagory, but that's a chance you take with a guaranty. To me, it's worth the extra money to pick my cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ray98 Posted February 24, 2018 #10 Share Posted February 24, 2018 It is a stripped down GTY fare...common sense says you would be unable to choose your cabin considering it is a higher fare that allows that.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tef43 Posted February 24, 2018 #11 Share Posted February 24, 2018 As a matter of principle, I want the same cabin, I'm not certain why this is so difficult a concept to comprehend for you. You cannot select your cabin under Sailaway, whether it is B2B or stand-alone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted February 24, 2018 #12 Share Posted February 24, 2018 What so hard about switching cabins? We have done it a few time with Zero problems. Our steward moved everything and gave us an intro to our new guy. :cool: You agree to take the worst cabin On the ship for a cheap price. Do you Want the worst one Twice in a row??:evilsmile: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BellaBaci4 Posted February 24, 2018 Author #13 Share Posted February 24, 2018 Just to clarify, it is a sailaway rate, but I could choose my cabin. Possibly, because it is a year in advance.I would totally understand if it was a guarantee, it was NOT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MizDemeanor Posted February 24, 2018 #14 Share Posted February 24, 2018 Hi All, I tried to book back to back cruises for January 2019 today from NYC. I was looking at the sailaway rate because as a non drinker, I don't feel there is value in the perks for me. I was told, you cannot book back to back with the sailaway rate. Has anyone heard this before? What was it then??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix1181 Posted February 25, 2018 #15 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Why not verify the cabin you want is available on both cruises, perhaps by telling the rep you're deciding which week you want, then choose your cabin & book cruise #1? Hangup, call back, book #2 requesting the same cabin. Done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Envelope21 Posted February 25, 2018 #16 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Just to clarify, it is a sailaway rate, but I could choose my cabin. Possibly, because it is a year in advance.I would totally understand if it was a guarantee, it was NOT. Really? They let you pick your cabin with a Sailaway rate? I'm very surprised! That's actually pretty cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanger727 Posted February 25, 2018 #17 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Just to clarify, it is a sailaway rate, but I could choose my cabin. Possibly, because it is a year in advance.I would totally understand if it was a guarantee, it was NOT. Well, in that case. Agree with the post suggesting you simply book the cruises separately and pick the same cabin for each. How can they stop you from doing that? Maybe enlisting a TA would help if norwegian gives you a hassle. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted February 25, 2018 #18 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Well, yes, I did want the same cabin, that is what I was unable to do. I did this same cruise this past January, and I paid 50% less than this year's quote. I was still willing to book, but wanted the same cabin for back to back. Frankly, I am extremely annoyed with NCL. This was not a bargain, but why take away the convenience for me of letting me have the same cabin. Sailaway rate is a guarantee cabin. You take your chances on where you get assigned for each cruise. By wanting the same cabin you are in effect selecting a rate other than sailaway and I have never heard of any line that will do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted February 25, 2018 #19 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Just open 2 NCL pages, find a cabin that is on both cruises, under sail away, and just book them both. Simple solution. That is IF the rate and the option to select your cabin is available on both? Have you already determined that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted February 25, 2018 #20 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Well, yes, I did want the same cabin, that is what I was unable to do. I did this same cruise this past January, and I paid 50% less than this year's quote. I was still willing to book, but wanted the same cabin for back to back. Frankly, I am extremely annoyed with NCL. This was not a bargain, but why take away the convenience for me of letting me have the same cabin. Higher priced, this is the policy now, with all lines, rates go up, or maybe you really thought they might stay the same. I too would be shocked if the rate went up that much. Yet I understand.As for no back to back on that sailing, are you positive the cabin is available both weeks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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