jimmieg

It says "purchased" so it is only eligible for an upgrade to Premier. And, that was my experience in May. How it plays out in real time for next cruise, time will tell Either way, it won't effect me more than I allow it to. I will go away relaxed, well-fed and happy with stories to tell. These minor issues are just a part of life.

That where the YMMV kicks in. I did not have the problem you describe.

Any change of any retail concern will affect people going forward. There is an ala carte option mentioned that will likely reduce the 3-course $14.99 meal to less for just a pizza. Still not significant in the overall cost of a cruise. BTW, I have walked by Alfredo's for decades and only eaten there once. I must walk by at the wrong time, as it seems everybody on this topic eats there daily and now their cruise is ruined.😉

OK, so you're not a standard fare customer. Even better: If you're a PLUS pkg cruiser, room service is waved, app ordering is waived, you get 2 free Alfredo's (or Salty Dog Pub, etc.) 3 course meals/pp. If you CHOOSE to eat at Alfredo's every day additionally on a 7 day sail, that is 5x15 or $75/pp. If you choose other free venues it's $0. Still not seeing the significant

Really. How significant of an increase do you figure this is for a standard fare passenger? Looks pretty minimal.

Hope USPS comes through, but if not a Medallion will be available at port that syncs to all info you have loaded on app.

More than welcome.

Anecdotal: I've already cruised under 50, and got the 60 benefits. Again, YMMV.

Check in cruise personalizer and then under upgrade banner. Check PLUS. Will show you've purchased and include the new features. I am in US if it makes a difference.

My old Plus from 2022 is showing on cruise personalizer as having new benefits for 2024. No upgrade charge. YMMV.

Everyone will find a cruise line that fits their style and their wallet. With everything from gas to groceries to eating out going up, this is all potatoes. I cruise Celebrity as well, but not because in is less costly. Seems like this change is not worth the drama. In case you didn't catch this link... https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles/cruise-line-room-service-fees?fbclid=IwAR2Vxz3CT2ThJeBlZFEYv7CmmtzQJp7eJ1FPY1N0Mbhj9sM_kaeaMgEzFKU#celebritycruisesroomservice

After decades of cruises, we treat the ship as our destination. There are ports we have a favorite beach or tour, or a new destination at times. Sometimes we walk the port. But, we often happily enjoy the leisurely pace of a day onboard.

As price drop was $1000+ on my B2B, I decided to cancel and rebook, choose cabin, rather than wait several weeks and risk price increase.

Have avoided "E Class" ships in favor of "S" because of Infinite Veranda and lack of lawn area, which is where I gravitate daily. But, there's time to weigh my options and alternatives.

I'm doing a B2B in Aug-Sep '24 book earlier this month. My reservation remains but sailings in those months show as "sold out." Don't think they'd do that for a change of a port. Maybe change of vessel? Full change of itinerary? Que Sera, sera.