DizzyDallasDi Posted May 20, 2009 #176 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Hi Linda - I've been watching this thread and must admit I'm interested in joining the group. I'm going on my first Alaska cruise this Sat. and anticipate an awesome experience....keeping my fingers crossed for good weather and little to no rain. :) I've always wanted to go on a cruise longer than 7 days and this may be the one. Please add me to your list. Diane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LVSue Posted May 20, 2009 #177 Share Posted May 20, 2009 When, oh when, is the pricing going to arrive? The extras are gravy, but surely there will be a price break. If not, I'm off to Paris. I checked out the jazz group site and the prices looked even worse than advertised prices. Granted, HAL does a lot for the group, but if I'm going to spend normal prices, I might want to do it with a jazz group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 20, 2009 Author #178 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Hi Linda - I've been watching this thread and must admit I'm interested in joining the group. I'm going on my first Alaska cruise this Sat. and anticipate an awesome experience....keeping my fingers crossed for good weather and little to no rain. :) I've always wanted to go on a cruise longer than 7 days and this may be the one. Please add me to your list.Diane Have a great time on your cruise and welcome!!! Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventurers: Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins) Sillyjilly Marian (BldLvr) & DH Joanne (JoKen1) Snook & DW Laurie (lstrong) Mash1 & DH pspercy & DW cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo farkle& DH TravelinGrandma & DH Chelly LVSue & SIL Syran & DF papergypsy & DH & DD Sean (Tinknock50) wingding & DW, Sister & BIL Sue (bjbear) Donna (PT Cruisin) Janie (tjcletsgo) Rose (azrose) & Steve Phyllis (phyllisrf) Susan (FurryPetMom) Diane (DizzyDallasDi) Here is what we're planning so far: Group Hotel Rates Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together Group Transportation to the Ship Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle" On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm? On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?) Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related) "On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 20, 2009 Author #179 Share Posted May 20, 2009 When, oh when, is the pricing going to arrive? The extras are gravy, but surely there will be a price break. If not, I'm off to Paris. I checked out the jazz group site and the prices looked even worse than advertised prices. Granted, HAL does a lot for the group, but if I'm going to spend normal prices, I might want to do it with a jazz group. I know waiting is so hard :( Hopefully we will hear something this week :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pspercy Posted May 20, 2009 #180 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I've had one quote for category "E", it was approx 18% below "sticker price" on an apples to apples comparison - I got the pricing breakdown from HAL's site by starting the booking process. They certainly have lots of add-ons as the default ! We're also looking at a cruise-tour of similar length, they even seem to be a bit cheaper ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 20, 2009 #181 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I've had one quote for category "E", it was approx 18% below "sticker price" on an apples to apples comparison - I got the pricing breakdown from HAL's site by starting the booking process. They certainly have lots of add-ons as the default ! We're also looking at a cruise-tour of similar length, they even seem to be a bit cheaper ! I noticed that too....HAL is rolling in transfers to and from the airport in their price without asking if you want transfers. So to get a "true" price you have to subtract it. I don't even see where you can remove it online, but I booked on the phone and insisted no extras should be added. Come to think of it, I had booked another HAL cruise recently on the phone and he did the same thing without asking if I wanted transfers. Very annoying.....I wonder whose brilliant idea it was to do that?:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 20, 2009 Author #182 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I've had one quote for category "E", it was approx 18% below "sticker price" on an apples to apples comparison - I got the pricing breakdown from HAL's site by starting the booking process. They certainly have lots of add-ons as the default ! We're also looking at a cruise-tour of similar length, they even seem to be a bit cheaper ! I did a simulated booking on the HAL site as well just to see where prices were - compared to on line TA's. I saw a big difference in prices and I don't remember anything extra on the HAL side that was driving the increase. I'll have to check my copy when I get home.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 20, 2009 Author #183 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I noticed that too....HAL is rolling in transfers to and from the airport in their price without asking if you want transfers. So to get a "true" price you have to subtract it. I don't even see where you can remove it online, but I booked on the phone and insisted no extras should be added. Come to think of it, I had booked another HAL cruise recently on the phone and he did the same thing without asking if I wanted transfers. Very annoying.....I wonder whose brilliant idea it was to do that?:rolleyes: Those stinkers! Guess they thought they had a new way to collect revenue without people noticing :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 20, 2009 #184 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Those stinkers! Guess they thought they had a new way to collect revenue without people noticing :confused: Yep, after you select a category, scroll down and click on "For details of your fare". There was no option to choose transfers, or not. You will see this: Pre/Post Transfers and Packages $56.00 $56.00 $112.00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 20, 2009 Author #185 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Yep, after you select a category, scroll down and click on "For details of your fare". There was no option to choose transfers, or not. You will see this: Pre/Post Transfers and Packages $56.00 $56.00 $112.00 Yes, I do remember that now and de-selected the option ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 20, 2009 #186 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Yes, I do remember that now and de-selected the option ;) Oh. maybe I didn't go far enough in. Where was the deselect option? I guess I could go back and look myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 20, 2009 #187 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Oh. maybe I didn't go far enough in. Where was the deselect option? I guess I could go back and look myself. Ok, checked it out. You actually have to check that you DON'T want it making it likelier to miss that and end up with transfers if you are not careful. Like the old way better where you request those things and it is not in your price to begin with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 20, 2009 Author #188 Share Posted May 20, 2009 When I simulated a booking on line it gave me a summary before I got to the deposit so I think you would catch it....but again you have to watch for it.... NO TRANSFER (PRE-Cruise) selected selected NO TRANSFER (POST-Cruise) selected selected Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 21, 2009 #189 Share Posted May 21, 2009 When I simulated a booking on line it gave me a summary before I got to the deposit so I think you would catch it....but again you have to watch for it.... NO TRANSFER (PRE-Cruise) selected selected NO TRANSFER (POST-Cruise) selected selected Right.....you have to watch for it. The most annoying part for me is that I wanted an idea what HAL charges for a particular cruise, without transfers, so I have to subtract the $56 pp myself. I may not have noticed that if I hadn't looked at the fare details at the beginning. I don't often go deeper into the booking when I am just in the research stage. Anyway, even when the transfers are subtracted, it is still a fair amount less through a TA for this cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 21, 2009 Author #190 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Right.....you have to watch for it. Anyway, even when the transfers are subtracted, it is still a fair amount less through a TA for this cruise. I'm not surprised. TA's are giving some nice OBC too ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 21, 2009 Author #191 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Okay, I got an email from Laura this morning and she is working on pricing now. So stay tuned everyone - it won't be too much longer :D Whooo Hooo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglesfan34 Posted May 21, 2009 #192 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Hello - Count us among those interested in this cruise. Can't wait until the pricing info is released. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 21, 2009 #193 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Okay, I got an email from Laura this morning and she is working on pricing now. So stay tuned everyone - it won't be too much longer :D Whooo Hooo! Cool ! Fingers crossed that the rates are good. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 21, 2009 Author #194 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Hello - Count us among those interested in this cruise. Can't wait until the pricing info is released. Thanks, Eric You got it! Welcome to the thread :D Awesome Alaskan Amsterdam Adventurers: Linda (LEtue) and Margie(hmstins) Sillyjilly Marian (BldLvr) & DH Joanne (JoKen1) Snook & DW Laurie (lstrong) Mash1 & DH pspercy & DW cruisinbanjo & Mrs Banjo farkle& DH TravelinGrandma & DH Chelly LVSue & SIL Syran & DF papergypsy & DH & DD Sean (Tinknock50) wingding & DW, Sister & BIL Sue (bjbear) Donna (PT Cruisin) Janie (tjcletsgo) Rose (azrose) & Steve Phyllis (phyllisrf) Susan (FurryPetMom) Diane (DizzyDallasDi) Eric (eaglesfan34) Here is what we're planning so far: Group Hotel Rates Pre Cruise Dinner & Get Together Group Transportation to the Ship Sailaway Gathering - "Say Goodbye to Seattle" On Board Get Togethers - this could include the days we are viewing Hubbard Glacier or sailing in Tracy Arm? On Board Acitivities - casino slot pull, scavenger hunt, gift exchange (something from your local area?) Trivia (could even be Alaska or Ship related) "On Deck for the Cure" walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 21, 2009 Author #195 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Cool !Fingers crossed that the rates are good. :) Yes, cross everything! Fingers, toes, eyes, legs.....:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 22, 2009 Author #196 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Happy Friday everyone! I hope we get our news today - before the long weekend :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinknock50 Posted May 22, 2009 #197 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Happy Friday everyone! I hope we get our news today - before the long weekend :D Well, if they are like most people, they are already in "vacation mode" on this holiday Friday. So I won't hold my breath to see it today. :) Maybe Wednsday of next week? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syran Posted May 22, 2009 #198 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Heres to hoping for rates today. Then the DF and I can talk about it over the weekend :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 22, 2009 Author #199 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Heres to hoping for rates today. Then the DF and I can talk about it over the weekend :) That is what I'm hoping for! It was one week ago that the a Carnival Group got their info and they started booking last Monday. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEtue Posted May 22, 2009 Author #200 Share Posted May 22, 2009 This link was posted on the Alaska Boards. Check it out!!!! http://www.cbc.ca/bc/features/eaglecam/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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