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I know... it's a no-no to name TAs. Agreed. I'm wondering if there are TAs out there that discount Seabourn's listed rates. Or is it typically shipboard credit only? I can't see much benefit to shipboard credit and would prefer a reduced rate. For example, with Oceania or Viking Oceans, seems a reduced rate of around 10% can be expected. So what about Seabourn?

Thank you!

The two top U.K. Cruise Agencies who do a substantial amount of Seabourn business usually discount about ten percent. But frankly to me that is only part of why eventhough I live in the US I use a U.K. TA. The service they provide is what sets them apart. I read about issue after issue posted here and I say to myself thank goodness I never have to deal with Seabourn -- my TA handles all of that and usually there is a positive outcome.

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Same with our agent/agency they sell a lot of Crystal and Seabourn so we get about 10% in one form or another.

We use a US TA that gives us roughly 9% and have started, thanks to someone who will remain nameless, also a UK one who gives a little larger discount - with currency risks. Both give great service, and as Chairsin stated the service is what counts - saving a few $ but not having someone willing to go to bat for you is a losing proposition IMO.

We use a TA who is a top seller of most luxury lines. We receive a minimum 10% discount which takes the form of a rebate (Crystal & Regent) or a contribution towards final payment (Seabourn & Paul Gauguin). They also provide excellent service and have top-tier contacts to sort out any issues.

Same here, I live in Taipei but my TA is in UK too.

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Thank you all. Sounds like 10% off Seabourn's listed prices is about what should be expected. Good to know.

Hi, all ...

Much to my dismay, our "big box store" TA has stopped representing Seabourn so am at a loss as to where to go to get a discount. We were getting an 8-9% discount. Would be appreciative if someone could point me in the direction of a TA in the US - my email is barb dot h at comcast dot net

Also, this will be the first time we'll be using a FCD - can someone explain how that works when using a TA? Can I still book directly with Seabourn, have them handle the deposit and apply the 5% discount and then have it transferred to a TA who can then subtract their discount?

Thanks for any help!

Barb

I think we may have lost some posts on this thread?? Anyway, what I was going to say is that I have never been asked by anyone on a Seabourn cruise what I have paid (have on other, mainly British lines, and just say I cannot remember). However, it is a good place to have a discussion on particular Agents, as to who is helpful and efficient, and also gives a good discount on the current Seabourn price for any cruise. Mostly to one's fellow countrymen. We have certainly helped fellow Brits with onboard chats.