panzafit Posted January 25, 2019 #1 Share Posted January 25, 2019 So, my brother would like to join us on an upcoming cruise. Unfortunately he won't have a roommate. I advised him to go ahead and book a "ghost" roommate since it is several hundred dollars cheaper for him to just pay for 2 people rather then 1 person in a room. I know that if there is a no show there is no penalty (or at least that's how it use to be). So, if he is interested in getting a drink package....or The Key, what would be the best way to advise him since both people in the room have to purchase. How does that work if both people get a drink package but then 1 is a no show? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rukkian Posted January 25, 2019 #2 Share Posted January 25, 2019 2 minutes ago, panzafit said: So, my brother would like to join us on an upcoming cruise. Unfortunately he won't have a roommate. I advised him to go ahead and book a "ghost" roommate since it is several hundred dollars cheaper for him to just pay for 2 people rather then 1 person in a room. I know that if there is a no show there is no penalty (or at least that's how it use to be). So, if he is interested in getting a drink package....or The Key, what would be the best way to advise him since both people in the room have to purchase. How does that work if both people get a drink package but then 1 is a no show? If the "ghost" were under 21, they would not need to purchase anything, so it would not matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgestang Posted January 25, 2019 #3 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Wait till you get on board when the 2nd person hasn't shown up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panzafit Posted January 25, 2019 Author #4 Share Posted January 25, 2019 (edited) 10 minutes ago, rukkian said: If the "ghost" were under 21, they would not need to purchase anything, so it would not matter. Ahhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!! That's why I like this board. I didn't even think of that. You, my friend, are a genius...lol. I'll tell him to make his ghost under 21. Thanks! Edited January 25, 2019 by panzafit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panzafit Posted January 25, 2019 Author #5 Share Posted January 25, 2019 1 minute ago, dodgestang said: Wait till you get on board when the 2nd person hasn't shown up? I thought about that as well, but it's usually more expensive when you are onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milwaukee Eight Posted January 25, 2019 #6 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Seems like gaming the system. I can see changes coming from Royal to stop this behavior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanF65 Posted January 25, 2019 #7 Share Posted January 25, 2019 3 hours ago, panzafit said: So, my brother would like to join us on an upcoming cruise. Unfortunately he won't have a roommate. I advised him to go ahead and book a "ghost" roommate since it is several hundred dollars cheaper for him to just pay for 2 people rather then 1 person in a room. I know that if there is a no show there is no penalty (or at least that's how it use to be). So, if he is interested in getting a drink package....or The Key, what would be the best way to advise him since both people in the room have to purchase. How does that work if both people get a drink package but then 1 is a no show? Lots of cruises Royal has BOGO at some % off. Book this as a single and you get the discount with only single port fees, taxes, no need to game the system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted January 25, 2019 #8 Share Posted January 25, 2019 3 hours ago, panzafit said: ... I advised him to go ahead and book a "ghost" roommate since it is several hundred dollars cheaper for him to just pay for 2 people rather then 1 person in a room. ... This should not be the case. Call RC to get accurate pricing. I think the website is not reflecting the proper fake discount for a single. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted January 25, 2019 #9 Share Posted January 25, 2019 It could be the case if he is booking a guarantee cabin. I tried to book a guarantee cabin and it would not let me book it as a single passenger. I had to put in a second person to get that rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted January 25, 2019 #10 Share Posted January 25, 2019 8 minutes ago, molly361 said: It could be the case if he is booking a guarantee cabin. I tried to book a guarantee cabin and it would not let me book it as a single passenger. I had to put in a second person to get that rate. Thanks, forgot about that guarantee thing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debster11 Posted January 25, 2019 #11 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Add the other person as under 21. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanF65 Posted January 25, 2019 #12 Share Posted January 25, 2019 (edited) Just checked the June 16th sailing on Harmony single, pick a room so you do have to pick a room this close in as a single Edited January 25, 2019 by AlanF65 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeW Posted January 25, 2019 #13 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Actually looks like identical price except for tax/fees. Easier to book single. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 26, 2019 #14 Share Posted January 26, 2019 Make the ghost be 5yo.... that way they don't have to get The Key (all six and older have to) or the drink package. Benefit of booking a ghost versus a single -- if you do end up with a roommate down the road, the pricing is already set in stone, and you're just changing a name. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msjazzymiss Posted January 26, 2019 #15 Share Posted January 26, 2019 I booked a cruise on the Ovation for myself and will be cruising alone. RCCI does not offer any discounts for single cruisers and I was charged the same as the cost for 2 passengers. The only saving is that port charges and tips are only charged for 1 passenger instead of two. Might want to rethink booking a "ghost" passenger because you'll wind up paying the extra port charges & tips for the "no show". Best Wishes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 26, 2019 #16 Share Posted January 26, 2019 2 hours ago, msjazzymiss said: I booked a cruise on the Ovation for myself and will be cruising alone. RCCI does not offer any discounts for single cruisers and I was charged the same as the cost for 2 passengers. The only saving is that port charges and tips are only charged for 1 passenger instead of two. Might want to rethink booking a "ghost" passenger because you'll wind up paying the extra port charges & tips for the "no show". Best Wishes When there is a no-show, the port taxes are refunded and there are no tips assessed.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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