Booking Help: TA, Online or w/Cruise Line - ch Is Best?

[Gunner22aa]

I was hoping you had a super secret to share.

[Roxymax]

I was hoping you had a super secret to share.

 

 

If I find a loophole, I will let you know!

[mizLORInj]

I price it first via the cruiseline directly. I then check with a TA or 2, or enter the cruise I want on a site where TAs compete for your business. Have booked many cruises this way, though usually with one particular agency. The price has always been better and/or with OBC to make it a better $ deal than booking directly with the cruiseline. On the rare occasions there was a price drop I found while poking around, I call or email the TA and they get me the adjustment. Yes, check TA policies; one warehouse club we've used charges $25 to make ANY adjustments, including getting you a price drop. Some charge cancellation fees. Just know ahead of time and then compare.

We are also always able to view our reservation/info in our account online at each cruiseline's site.

We have not had any issue with any cruise booked with a TA.

 

Again, check a few places and see what the differences are. But a TA should be offering you something to book with them vs. the cruiseline directly.

Enjoy!