SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 #1 Share Posted May 12, 2023 We're supposed to be able to bid for an upgrade 85 days out on voyages 6-24 days, but I'm getting a message that it can't be done. I booked through a PVP...shouldn't it be open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shippy Posted May 12, 2023 #2 Share Posted May 12, 2023 what is a PVP ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 Author #3 Share Posted May 12, 2023 3 minutes ago, Shippy said: what is a PVP ? Princess vacation planner through the cruise line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted May 12, 2023 #4 Share Posted May 12, 2023 39 minutes ago, SwimCarrie said: We're supposed to be able to bid for an upgrade 85 days out on voyages 6-24 days, but I'm getting a message that it can't be done. If the cruise is overbooked you might not be offered a chance to bid for an upgrade. Many cruises are now sailing at capacity. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PacnGoNow Posted May 12, 2023 #5 Share Posted May 12, 2023 52 minutes ago, SwimCarrie said: We're supposed to be able to bid for an upgrade 85 days out on voyages 6-24 days, but I'm getting a message that it can't be done. I booked through a PVP...shouldn't it be open? It may still open. Give your CVP/PVP a call and ask them what they think? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 Author #6 Share Posted May 12, 2023 30 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said: If the cruise is overbooked you might not be offered a chance to bid for an upgrade. Many cruises are now sailing at capacity. Oh, I didn't even think about that. There are still some cabins available in each category, so I'm not sure? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted May 12, 2023 #7 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Just now, SwimCarrie said: Oh, I didn't even think about that. There are still some cabins available in each category, so I'm not sure? If cabins are still available to book, bidding for an upgrade should be available. On our upcoming July 6th Hawaii cruise on the Emerald, the ship is sold out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 Author #8 Share Posted May 12, 2023 It finally opened. Bummed I couldn't bid for a premium balcony from an inside. Lol. And $610 minimum bid for a balcony. I'm just worried about the location on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PacnGoNow Posted May 12, 2023 #9 Share Posted May 12, 2023 1 hour ago, SwimCarrie said: It finally opened. Bummed I couldn't bid for a premium balcony from an inside. Lol. And $610 minimum bid for a balcony. I'm just worried about the location on the ship. You didn’t wait too long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
behappy11 Posted May 12, 2023 #10 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Does the minimum bid reduce as the cruise date gets closer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 Author #11 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Just now, behappy11 said: Does the minimum bid reduce as the cruise date gets closer? Great question! Does it matter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PacnGoNow Posted May 12, 2023 #12 Share Posted May 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, SwimCarrie said: Great question! Does it matter? 8 minutes ago, behappy11 said: Does the minimum bid reduce as the cruise date gets closer? 8 minutes ago, behappy11 said: Does the minimum bid reduce as the cruise date gets closer? Not normally, but I have seen it reduced from a post. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RD64 Posted May 12, 2023 #13 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Problem solved - just book and pay for the actual category that you want. Then you won’t have to stress starting 85 days out whether or not you will get the upgrade you are hoping for - but not willing to actually pay for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 Author #14 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Just now, RD64 said: Problem solved - just book and pay for the actual category that you want. Then you won’t have to stress starting 85 days out whether or not you will get the upgrade you are hoping for - but not willing to actually pay for. My choices are free (casino rate inside), $1600 if I book the cabin I want (balcony) or a bid at $610 for a balcony. You see my dilemma? 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RD64 Posted May 12, 2023 #15 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Just now, SwimCarrie said: My choices are free (casino rate inside), $1600 if I book the cabin I want (balcony) or a bid at $610 for a balcony. You see my dilemma? 🤣 And if you don’t get the cabin that you truly want? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwimCarrie Posted May 12, 2023 Author #16 Share Posted May 12, 2023 1 minute ago, RD64 said: And if you don’t get the cabin that you truly want Guess I'm going in an inside cabin. 🤷♀️ 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justafem Posted May 12, 2023 #17 Share Posted May 12, 2023 (edited) If you're also on the Aug 5 SF Alaskan, the room upgrades aren't great for any balcony. Only complete forward and aft. Hubs and I booked an obstructed view, absolute midship (3 doors from midship elevator) and are happy with our room. First time we're not going to bid. Edited May 12, 2023 by justafem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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