Tall-Cruiser Posted August 20, 2021 #326 Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 hour ago, molly361 said: What was the minimum bid to go from a GS to an OS and also to a CL? Thanks Both had a minimum bid of $225. For others their minimum bids could be different. I think it be may have something to do with what you paid for the original cabin you had. But I could be wrong. I didn’t bid on a CL because I didn’t want to win and have one facing the sports deck and could not change it to port or starboard side. Some may not mind that which is fine. On the other hand, all OS are mid ship which I like. Hey we all have different tastes and preferences and it’s all good. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzerci Posted August 20, 2021 #327 Share Posted August 20, 2021 We bid $5 over the minimum for an upgrade from balcony to JS on Adventure 8/21 (Saturday) and received a confirmation email that we were upgraded yesterday (Wednesday) around 12PM. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Espn Posted August 20, 2021 #328 Share Posted August 20, 2021 I am hoping to be able to bid for our Allure cruise at the end of October, but still can’t. I guess I need to be patient but reading all these posts is exciting. Congrats to all and enjoy the upgrades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted August 20, 2021 #329 Share Posted August 20, 2021 7 hours ago, Tall-Cruiser said: Both had a minimum bid of $225. For others their minimum bids could be different. I think it be may have something to do with what you paid for the original cabin you had. But I could be wrong. I didn’t bid on a CL because I didn’t want to win and have one facing the sports deck and could not change it to port or starboard side. Some may not mind that which is fine. On the other hand, all OS are mid ship which I like. Hey we all have different tastes and preferences and it’s all good. Same here I would not bid on a CL for that reason either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brookmill18 Posted August 20, 2021 #330 Share Posted August 20, 2021 I am booked on a 4 night Freedom in October in an interior. Cruise fare is ridiculously inexpensive. Just got the Royal Up email. I could bid on a ocean balcony ($50 min) or a Promenade view ($10 min). This is a solo add on trip, so I certainly am fine with the interior, but thought it might be fun to see what happens with a bid. If I bid on both, am I less likely to get the balcony? Appreciate any thoughts--it's fine if I dont get them, and not willing to bid more than pretty much min, but thought it would be fun to try--first ever solo trip for a little me time! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HicksRA Posted August 20, 2021 #331 Share Posted August 20, 2021 4 minutes ago, brookmill18 said: I am booked on a 4 night Freedom in October in an interior. Cruise fare is ridiculously inexpensive. Just got the Royal Up email. I could bid on a ocean balcony ($50 min) or a Promenade view ($10 min). This is a solo add on trip, so I certainly am fine with the interior, but thought it might be fun to see what happens with a bid. If I bid on both, am I less likely to get the balcony? Appreciate any thoughts--it's fine if I dont get them, and not willing to bid more than pretty much min, but thought it would be fun to try--first ever solo trip for a little me time! I’d say you’re less likely to get a promenade. A lot more balconies than promenades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brookmill18 Posted August 20, 2021 #332 Share Posted August 20, 2021 Just occurred to me to check--I think I am just inside final payment and the balcony is less than $100 more so I may just do it on my own! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinCruise Posted August 20, 2021 #333 Share Posted August 20, 2021 28 minutes ago, brookmill18 said: Just occurred to me to check--I think I am just inside final payment and the balcony is less than $100 more so I may just do it on my own! I do that and then put the $1 on the next class up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted August 20, 2021 #334 Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 hour ago, HicksRA said: I’d say you’re less likely to get a promenade. A lot more balconies than promenades. That and RCI would rather have more money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Espn Posted August 23, 2021 #335 Share Posted August 23, 2021 I just saw on a roll call thread someone said they were told Royal Up was not available to Costco Travel bookings. If this is true does anyone know if AAA bookings are treated the same? I hope not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milhouse0506 Posted August 23, 2021 #336 Share Posted August 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Espn said: I just saw on a roll call thread someone said they were told Royal Up was not available to Costco Travel bookings. If this is true does anyone know if AAA bookings are treated the same? I hope not. I have my October cruise booked with AAA I got a Royal Up email a few weeks back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted September 3, 2021 #337 Share Posted September 3, 2021 I have seen comments regarding offers showing “cancelled” and offers showing “pending”. Once you make an offer, where do you look to find out if an offer is “cancelled” or “pending”? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall-Cruiser Posted September 3, 2021 #338 Share Posted September 3, 2021 20 minutes ago, skiiergirl said: I have seen comments regarding offers showing “cancelled” and offers showing “pending”. Once you make an offer, where do you look to find out if an offer is “cancelled” or “pending”? Try this link. It should show you the status of your bids. https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-room-upgrade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRMO12HD Posted September 3, 2021 #339 Share Posted September 3, 2021 (edited) I was about to ask about solo cruisers being able to Royal Up when I saw @brookmill18's post. I will be solo on Freedom in November and Oasis in December. I tried to check the upgrade site mentioned, but like @EatonDoolittleand @Espnmentioned, I'm not able to -- it says I need to be within 30 days. However, it appears others have gotten the emails in advance of 30 days prior to cruising. Has anyone had success checking eligibility for Royal Up outside of 30 days? Edited September 3, 2021 by IRMO12HD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser0987 Posted September 3, 2021 #340 Share Posted September 3, 2021 I am currently booked on the 6 night Odyssey of the Seas for October and for the RoyalUp email yesterday. We may be switching cruises and my question is will I get the opportunity to bid if I switch? I was under the impression that only some people get the email and therefore I may not get the same chance to bid if I change cruises. Can someone please help explain how it works? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted September 3, 2021 #341 Share Posted September 3, 2021 Just now, Cruiser0987 said: Can someone please help explain how it works? You can go to the Royal Up site at any time to see if bidding is available - you don't need the invitation e-mail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser0987 Posted September 3, 2021 #342 Share Posted September 3, 2021 2 minutes ago, Biker19 said: You can go to the Royal Up site at any time to see if bidding is available - you don't need the invitation e-mail. Thank you for confirming this! Makes me feel better about potentially switching cruises! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daninwi Posted September 3, 2021 #343 Share Posted September 3, 2021 11 hours ago, IRMO12HD said: I was about to ask about solo cruisers being able to Royal Up when I saw @brookmill18's post. I will be solo on Freedom in November and Oasis in December. I tried to check the upgrade site mentioned, but like @EatonDoolittleand @Espnmentioned, I'm not able to -- it says I need to be within 30 days. However, it appears others have gotten the emails in advance of 30 days prior to cruising. Has anyone had success checking eligibility for Royal Up outside of 30 days? hit or miss; we recently got the invite for the Oct 3rd Oasis sailing and that was followed up by an invite for an Oct 31st Odyssey sailing. I suspect its based more on trends related to bookings, cancellations, revenue projections. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted September 3, 2021 #344 Share Posted September 3, 2021 12 hours ago, Tall-Cruiser said: Try this link. It should show you the status of your bids. https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-room-upgrade Thanks so much for the info but that doesn’t explain where folks are seeing the “ cancelled” or “pending” status. Maybe I am overlooking it??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BecciBoo Posted September 3, 2021 #345 Share Posted September 3, 2021 7 minutes ago, skiiergirl said: Thanks so much for the info but that doesn’t explain where folks are seeing the “ cancelled” or “pending” status. Maybe I am overlooking it??? If you have made an offer it will appear when you go to the same link above when you input your name and Rez# 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumshoe958 Posted September 3, 2021 #346 Share Posted September 3, 2021 9 minutes ago, BecciBoo said: If you have made an offer it will appear when you go to the same link above when you input your name and Rez# Alternatively, if you’ve made a bid you’ll have received an email titled “We received your RoyalUp request” which contains links to cancel or modify your bid(s). Follow any of those links to see the status of your bid(s). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb in ga Posted September 3, 2021 #347 Share Posted September 3, 2021 I got a Royal up from crown loft suite to aqua theater 1 bedroom. I got it yesterday at 4:20 pm and we sail Saturday. I had given up. So excited! Barb 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bajathree Posted September 3, 2021 #348 Share Posted September 3, 2021 (edited) 7 minutes ago, barb in ga said: I got a Royal up from crown loft suite to aqua theater 1 bedroom. I got it yesterday at 4:20 pm and we sail Saturday. I had given up. So excited! Barb Surprised to see that a 1 bed aqua theater was considered a upgrade from a crown loft suite..enjoy!!! Edited September 3, 2021 by bajathree 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted September 4, 2021 #349 Share Posted September 4, 2021 21 hours ago, BecciBoo said: If you have made an offer it will appear when you go to the same link above when you input your name and Rez# Ok…thanks!!! 21 hours ago, gumshoe958 said: Alternatively, if you’ve made a bid you’ll have received an email titled “We received your RoyalUp request” which contains links to cancel or modify your bid(s). Follow any of those links to see the status of your bid(s). Ok….thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiergirl Posted October 2, 2021 #350 Share Posted October 2, 2021 (edited) What is the latest you have seen offers issued or the sailing show up using the link? (How close to sailing before initial offer) NOT how close were you “awarded” the bid/upgrade BUT how close to sailing before you were able to see the offerings and place the bid? (I know it is supposed to be “30 days” but that doesn’t seem to be the case “either direction”.) Edited October 2, 2021 by skiiergirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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