Would you do it? (Upgrade from OV Balcony to a Junior Suite on Oasis of the seas)

[Panda3]

Hey folks,

 

I have the chance to upgrade from an OV Balcony to a JS for just $440 per person on a 7 day cruise on Oasis of the seas. Would you do it and why? Yes I know we all have different priorities but wanted to hear what folks think. The thing is I'm thinking that's an extra $900 that could go to the casino, spa treatments, or excursions, or just in my pocket. But it is nice to have a Junior Suite with double C&A points and access to Coastal Kitchen.

 

Thoughts? Thank you.

[molly361]

Too much money. I wouldn't do it. I would do it if it were $440 TOTAL for both of you

 

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Edited June 25, 2018 by molly361

[cb at sea]

I don't sail in anything lower than JS because I want to be AT LEAST as comfortable on vacation as I am at home....a teensy cabin is like "camping" for me...won't do it.

You might not mind the "closeness of a standard balcony...most folks don't mind and are happy to be on a ship, with a balcony! It's all about what's important to YOU! Either way, you will have a fantastic vacation.

[reallyitsmema]

I wouldn't do it either, too much money. The only exception would be if it would move you up to a higher level, like diamond, which would give you more benefits on your next cruise.

[setsail]

You don't give enough info. What's the total price of the JS?

 

900 more than what?

[Clarea]

Way too much money for the JS.

[Tee & Chilli]

No way for that cost.

[PCWalton1]

No thanks. Too much cash

[Panda3]

Reallyit's Mema - Oh..I should have added, that it would give us 14 C&A points and move us to "Emerald" status, which doesn't seem to do much per the benefits.

 

Setsail - Not sure what the total price is of the suite, because I'm getting the current stateroom comped from Club Royale. Sooo essentially I'm only paying taxes right now for this OV balcony room right now. I guess you could say the price of the Jr. Suite is $440 per person. Me and hubby.

[Panda3]

Way too much money for the JS.

 

Thank you, short, direct and to the point. :-)

Edited June 25, 2018 by Panda3
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[reallyitsmema]

Reallyit's Mema - Oh..I should have added, that it would give us 14 C&A points and move us to "Emerald" status, which doesn't seem to do much per the benefits.

 

Setsail - Not sure what the total price is of the suite, because I'm getting the current stateroom comped from Club Royale. Sooo essentially I'm only paying taxes right now for this OV balcony room right now. I guess you could say the price of the Jr. Suite is $440 per person. Me and hubby.

 

I wouldn't take it to move to Emerald, nothing other than a plate of cookies and a tiny bump up in balcony discount.

 

Knowing that you are only paying taxes right now, I would most likely move up to the JS, though a "free" cruise is always a good thing too.

[setsail]

Reallyit's Mema - Oh..I should have added, that it would give us 14 C&A points and move us to "Emerald" status, which doesn't seem to do much per the benefits.

 

Setsail - Not sure what the total price is of the suite, because I'm getting the current stateroom comped from Club Royale. Sooo essentially I'm only paying taxes right now for this OV balcony room right now. I guess you could say the price of the Jr. Suite is $440 per person. Me and hubby.

 

Then I can't give an answer, no way to know if it's a good deal or too much

[cruisinfanatic]

Hey folks,

 

I have the chance to upgrade from an OV Balcony to a JS for just $440 per person on a 7 day cruise on Oasis of the seas. Would you do it and why? Yes I know we all have different priorities but wanted to hear what folks think. The thing is I'm thinking that's an extra $900 that could go to the casino, spa treatments, or excursions, or just in my pocket. But it is nice to have a Junior Suite with double C&A points and access to Coastal Kitchen.

 

Thoughts? Thank you.

You could have booked it for that much more in the first place. Not worth it

[BigHouseFootball]

Too much for me. I’d use that money for another cruise, or as you said, spend it on fun onthe ship.

[cruisegirl1]

I don't sail in anything lower than JS because I want to be AT LEAST as comfortable on vacation as I am at home....a teensy cabin is like "camping" for me...won't do it.

You might not mind the "closeness of a standard balcony...most folks don't mind and are happy to be on a ship, with a balcony! It's all about what's important to YOU! Either way, you will have a fantastic vacation.

 

Ha ha -anything less than a JS is like camping. Now I’ve heard everything!

 

M

[cynt]

Yep I would do it!

 

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[Ashland]

You could have booked it for that much more in the first place. Not worth it

Or maybe less !!...I would have booked a JS to begin with...now they're asking you for too much money to do it.

[MikeBTN]

That’s an ok price IMO. Retail is much more, I’m sure. Others here wouldn’t spend the money. Everyone has their own financial thermometer.

 

You will not get double C&A points, so if that’s your major motivation you’ll be sorely disappointed.

 

You do get

- priority boarding

- dinner access to Coastal Kitchen

- much larger stateroom & closet

- much larger balcony

 

 

PS: If this is just an email putting you on a potential upgrade list, very few have actually received the call, so don’t bank on it.

[ptf2009]

You could have booked it for that much more in the first place. Not worth it

Really? I have found the JS to often be double the OVB, especially on Oasis class ships.

[ptf2009]

Ha ha -anything less than a JS is like camping. Now I’ve heard everything!

 

M

That’s how my DH feels, but I’m one of those who is happy even in an interior...just as long as I’m on a cruise!:)

[Panda3]

That’s an ok price IMO. Retail is much more, I’m sure. Others here wouldn’t spend the money. Everyone has their own financial thermometer.

 

You will not get double C&A points, so if that’s your major motivation you’ll be sorely disappointed.

 

 

PS: If this is just an email putting you on a potential upgrade list, very few have actually received the call, so don’t bank on it.

 

 

For some reason I thought you get double C&A points with a junior Suite. Thank you for clarifying! No, the club royale said I could upgrade for $440 x 2

[MikeBTN]

For some reason I thought you get double C&A points with a junior Suite. Thank you for clarifying! No, the club royale said I could upgrade for $440 x 2

 

Ah, I see. I thought it was an upsell offer. If you book through Club Royale then yes, you WILL receive double points. I would do it, especially if this is a "free" cruise :-)

[taxatty]

For some reason I thought you get double C&A points with a junior Suite. Thank you for clarifying! No, the club royale said I could upgrade for $440 x 2

FYI from online RCI Crown and Anchor Benefits explanation:

 

One Cruise Point for each completed night of sailing and an extra Cruise Pointper night when you purchase and sail in suite accommodations (categories RL,RS, PS, SL, TS, A1, A2, A3, CL, OS, FS, GS, JS) and/or sail in any category and pay asingle pricing type for double occupancy staterooms.

[Clarea]

FYI from online RCI Crown and Anchor Benefits explanation:

 

One Cruise Point for each completed night of sailing and an extra Cruise Pointper night when you purchase and sail in suite accommodations (categories RL,RS, PS, SL, TS, A1, A2, A3, CL, OS, FS, GS, JS) and/or sail in any category and pay asingle pricing type for double occupancy staterooms.

This has not been updated because there are no JS staterooms anymore.

[MikeBTN]

FYI from online RCI Crown and Anchor Benefits explanation:

 

One Cruise Point for each completed night of sailing and an extra Cruise Pointper night when you purchase and sail in suite accommodations (categories RL,RS, PS, SL, TS, A1, A2, A3, CL, OS, FS, GS, JS) and/or sail in any category and pay asingle pricing type for double occupancy staterooms.

 

You do not receive double points if Royal calls you and offers a discounted upsell. If you pay “full price” you do receive double points (the OPs situation qualifies as this is through the casino).