mason525 Posted September 26, 2004 #1 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Am planning a family reunion cruise for 22 pp for late June/early July, 2006. Does aoyone know when ia the earliest that one can get rates? I know these cruises are very popular & I'd like to compare Celebrity's prices. I have sailed on Princess before. Do previous sailers get to book earlier? Any other tips for our family to keep costs down? Thanks, Meg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted September 26, 2004 #2 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Alaska prices are normally out in April/May time frame for the following year. When the prices come out - they are open for anyone to book (past or new cruisers). The Alaska board on CC is pretty good - you may want to look over there for some tips and guidance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted September 26, 2004 #3 Share Posted September 26, 2004 The MAIN key to low rates is to book with an agency that has low cancelation fees, then keep track of pricing trends YOURSELF, immediately contact the agent and request an adjustment. If you are flexable, cancel and book a cheaper week perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason525 Posted September 26, 2004 Author #4 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Thanks for your tips. We will have very little flexibility on date& I think that's a very popular time. Meg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holton Posted September 27, 2004 #5 Share Posted September 27, 2004 We booked our 2005 Alaska cruise the very first day you could this year and it was May 22nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted September 27, 2004 #6 Share Posted September 27, 2004 Historically- May runs some really cheap late booked specials- like $499/inside. Be especially agressive in your tracking a week or two before final payment- sometimes a lot of pricing wars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrat15 Posted October 1, 2004 #7 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Hey Manson, I thought I was seeing things I am just am starting to plan for the same thing fpr around the same time. I have to make sure school is out. I have been looking trying to get an idea of cost also. Our groups might be around the same size. So much works has to go into this it is scaring me. Trying to figure do we fly to Vancover one way to Alaska or round trip to Vancover or Sanfranciso soo much too consider. Good Luck with your planning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrat15 Posted October 7, 2004 #8 Share Posted October 7, 2004 I just spoke to Princess and they said the rate for summer 06 will be out in Dec 05 or Jan 06. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted October 7, 2004 #9 Share Posted October 7, 2004 I just spoke to Princess and they said the rate for summer 06 will be out in Dec 05 or Jan 06. They should have the rates out before then (April or May of 05) - otherwise, people will book on other lines. The last several years, the rates have been out by the end of May (if not earlier). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrat15 Posted October 8, 2004 #10 Share Posted October 8, 2004 I just spoke to Princess and they said the rate for summer 06 will be out in Dec 05 or Jan 06. oops that should be Dec 04 or Jan 05. I guess I am year ahead of myself. Sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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