A Discounted Upgrade?

[violettewaits]

I am booked on the Norwegian Gem, sailing out of NYC March 9th. I have two cabins booked on this sailing - both mini-suites, kind-of across the hall from each other.

 

Today, I noticed that the price of a 2-bedroom cabin has dropped significantly. It's still $800 more per person to upgrade outright, which is a lot for hubby and I. One reason I am really, really dying to be in this room is that there is a cabin available right next to my parents, and would give the 4 of us a lot more room to exist. I have also never been in a suite and love the bathrooms available in the 2-bedroom family suite.

 

So I called NCL to see what my upgrade options were, and was told that they are not allowed to negotiate price so they can't cut anyone a deal for any reason, and just advised me to watch the sailing in case prices go down again.

 

Has anyone ever had any luck in a similar situation? I was going to try to plead my case about having 2 cabins booked, plus at least one other sailing already booked in 2016 (to show my dedication to NCL), but I stopped myself from begging because it really seemed like the rep I spoke to wasn't having any of it.

 

Do you think the upgrade is worth it at the full price? Has anyone ever been able to negotiate a cheaper upgrade for themselves? I guess my chances of the upgrade fairy appearing and doing this for me are very slim? Lastly, should I wait and see what happens when it gets a little closer to my sail date (maybe a week away), then try again?

 

Thanks in advance!

[TrumpyNor]

I am booked on the Norwegian Gem, sailing out of NYC March 9th. I have two cabins booked on this sailing - both mini-suites, kind-of across the hall from each other.

 

Today, I noticed that the price of a 2-bedroom cabin has dropped significantly. It's still $800 more per person to upgrade outright, which is a lot for hubby and I. One reason I am really, really dying to be in this room is that there is a cabin available right next to my parents, and would give the 4 of us a lot more room to exist. I have also never been in a suite and love the bathrooms available in the 2-bedroom family suite.

 

So I called NCL to see what my upgrade options were, and was told that they are not allowed to negotiate price so they can't cut anyone a deal for any reason, and just advised me to watch the sailing in case prices go down again.

 

Has anyone ever had any luck in a similar situation? I was going to try to plead my case about having 2 cabins booked, plus at least one other sailing already booked in 2016 (to show my dedication to NCL), but I stopped myself from begging because it really seemed like the rep I spoke to wasn't having any of it.

 

Do you think the upgrade is worth it at the full price? Has anyone ever been able to negotiate a cheaper upgrade for themselves? I guess my chances of the upgrade fairy appearing and doing this for me are very slim? Lastly, should I wait and see what happens when it gets a little closer to my sail date (maybe a week away), then try again?

 

Thanks in advance!

 

I have upgraded to a suite on several occasions, when I have seen that the price have gone down significantly a few weeks before sailing date. But I have always had to pay the "listed price" for the upgrade, and still felt like I did a bargain..... The suite life is really sweet, and to me it has been worth it... :p

PS: The price might go down even more as you get closer to the sailing date, so others might take it before you if you wait too long.

Edited February 25, 2015 by TrumpyNor

[violettewaits]

Heheh. I have never been in a suite so I really don't know what to expect other than snacks. ;) I am worried that someone else may jump on it, as the price IS about what I had originally paid for a large balcony on another sailing for a 12-day next year (until those prices dropped).

 

Short of any miracle, maybe I can convince hubby it'll be worth the additional $1600 splurge. ;)

 

I have upgraded to a suite on several occasions, when I have seen that the price have gone down significantly a few weeks before sailing date. But I have always had to pay the "listed price" for the upgrade, and still felt like I did a bargain..... The suite life is really sweet... :p

PS: The price might go down even more as you get closer to the sailing date, so others might take it before you if you wait too long.

[emcelh]

Heheh. I have never been in a suite so I really don't know what to expect other than snacks. ;) I am worried that someone else may jump on it, as the price IS about what I had originally paid for a large balcony on another sailing for a 12-day next year (until those prices dropped).

 

Short of any miracle, maybe I can convince hubby it'll be worth the additional $1600 splurge. ;)

 

Are your parents in a suite already? If so, go for it. If not, you'll have some perks as a suite guest that they won't be able to take advantage of if that's a consideration.

[violettewaits]

They are not in a suite, but they have also never cruised before so I think they'll be just blown away by the whole experience in general. Is there a list of suite perks on the site, somewhere?

 

Are your parents in a suite already? If so, go for it. If not, you'll have some perks as a suite guest that they won't be able to take advantage of if that's a consideration.

[Pikaia]

Are your parents in a suite already? If so, go for it. If not, you'll have some perks as a suite guest that they won't be able to take advantage of if that's a consideration.

Yes, I agree that this is something to consider. Our favorite suite perk is eating breakfast (and lunch) in Cagney's. Your parents would not be able to join you there.

 

Another thing to consider is tips for your butler and concierge. They are not part of the pool that receives money from the service charge.

[Kingofwylietx]

Suite perks:

http://www.ncl.com/why-cruise-norwegian/cruise-accommodations/cruise-suites-and-penthouses

 

I was unsuccessful negotiating a different price from what was listed on a cabin. Our circumstances were different and quite unique, but the result was the same. I think any attempt will be in vain, as they are quite rigid about their pricing.

[violettewaits]

Another random question regarding my initial inquiry:

 

If I DID want to move to the two bedroom but then, add on an additional person, would there be any penalties? We are 12-days pre-sailing...