Post CRUISE LINE Single Supplement/Solo Bargains HERE

[cruisevv]

Did you price out choice air

 

No, I hadn't. THANK YOU. Wait...why are they so cheap? $450 for KLM? That's also one of my partner airlines so I'll see if I can get upgrades with miles as well. :D

[denatravels]

No idea why but the taxes on this cruise are INCREDIBLY low.

 

Royal JEWEL OF THE SEAS - 15 NIGHT REPO to ITALY

Ports - Canary Islands, Spain, Gilbratar

Sailing Date: Apr 28 - May 13, 2016

Oceanview Guarantee (H) - INC taxes/fees + solo supp - $1,694*

 

*Deck 4

 

The only reason I haven't booked is that it looks like flights back from Rome are $1,500-$2,000 one-way (if you want the trip to take 3 days or less), which defeats the purpose of that discount. >.<

 

 

Many airlines only release 11 months of flights-- you are still out of that window.

[insidecabin]

No, I hadn't. THANK YOU. Wait...why are they so cheap? $450 for KLM? That's also one of my partner airlines so I'll see if I can get upgrades with miles as well. :D

Airlines don't like one ways to the public so you have to use one of the specialist TAs or use packaged flights like Choice Air to get the sensible one way fares.

[cruisevv]

Many airlines only release 11 months of flights-- you are still out of that window.

 

I noticed denatravels. :) I priced out ChoiceAir and several airlines using March 2016 dates (to get an idea on projections since its only 6 weeks ahead of my flight) and May 2015 dates to see what it is currently.

 

Thank you!

[cruisevv]

Airlines don't like one ways to the public so you have to use one of the specialist TAs or use packaged flights like Choice Air to get the sensible one way fares.

 

Brilliant that I know it now. Question - do RCI members get benefits or discounts with ChoiceAir? :D

[jlajr]

Hi, My name is Kendra,from Illinois. Looking for a fall cruise,12 days or longer,or a back to back cruise. If anyone comes across any of these cruises with low single supplements,please let me know. I usually book inside cabins. I have been on HAL,Princess,Carnival,RCCL,Norwegian and MSC cruises. Thanks for any info. Kendra

 

If you're up for it, and depending on how much flights would cost, a fall, westbound transatlantic might be an attractive option.

 

Also, while we do look for fares reflecting a low single supplement, we also try to find low single-occupancy fares that do not necessarily reflect a low single supplement.

 

In November 2013, I went on a nine-day Casblanca/Canary Islands cruise for USD 420 plus taxes and tips. I believe the double-occupancy price when I booked was something like USD 280 pp. So, that would be a 150% single supplement, not that low, but it was nonetheless a hell of a deal for single occupancy. :)

 

Happy hunting!

Edited May 16, 2015 by jlajr

[jlajr]

Hey Soloers,

 

Am I spoiled? I've booked two 7-night cruises in the past with a balcony and paid less $1,300 including taxes/fees for each + OBC/Free Spa Treatment.

 

RCI is having a sale now and I desperately want to book to get my 'perks' but they're asking $2,000+ for a balcony cabin! The thought turns my stomach. >.<

 

I don't know about others, but it's been quite a while since I saw really attractive single-occupancy prices or low single supplements on RCI.

 

I remember a few years ago using the link to a PDF of their weekly sales event (not sure I can post it here, though). It indicates the single supplement for each sailing. Once I saw a cruise or two at 125% single supplement, but that was it. This week shows a couple of sailings at 150%.

[jlajr]

For 2 pax rate is MUCH MUCH cheaper through a EU seller I priced it at around €1500pp(810+644) for both trips and that includes taxes.

 

Solo this is €2000 (€953+€1026(ov) ) so about $2260 inc.

 

ON the first leg the US is $1672 inc taxes SI grade. second is $2071 in taxes $3743inc

 

Through RCI's UK site, I just did a mock booking for a Studio Interior room on the second, 14-night leg for GBP 785 (about USD 1200), including taxes and prepaid gratuities. That is, lower than the initial advertised price that appears in the search results.

Edited May 16, 2015 by jlajr

[cruisevv]

I don't know about others, but it's been quite a while since I saw really attractive single-occupancy prices or low single supplements on RCI.

 

I remember a few years ago using the link to a PDF of their weekly sales event (not sure I can post it here, though). It indicates the single supplement for each sailing. Once I saw a cruise or two at 125% single supplement, but that was it. This week shows a couple of sailings at 150%.

 

I use the same PDF and I'm learning the ropes of how to look for the low SSs and taxes. This week I booked a cruise with a $98 tax fee. I couldn't believe my eyes. Not sure if its because its international or if I sailed out of a different US port I'd get the same consideration.

 

Anyway I think the PDF is really useful and I have the one for Carnival as well. Since its not a TA, it should be okay to post, should it not?

 

RCI: http://www.creative.rccl.com/Sales/Royal/Multi_Dest/Special_Offers/rci_sales_event.pdf

 

Carnival: https://www.goccl.com/~/media/GOCCL/Files/Sales/SingleOccupancy.ashx

[mrobstad]

Thanks for the RCCL link, but it's just too depressing! It always says 200%!!!

[cruisevv]

Thanks for the RCCL link, but it's just too depressing! It always says 200%!!!

 

For the most part yes but this week = Page 2 - Freedom of the Seas out of Port Canaveral is 150% ;)

[mrobstad]

I didn't see the multiple pages! Thanks! Still depressing, but a little less so!

[nomie]

Hi, My name is Kendra,from Illinois. Looking for a fall cruise,12 days or longer,or a back to back cruise. If anyone comes across any of these cruises with low single supplements,please let me know. I usually book inside cabins. I have been on HAL,Princess,Carnival,RCCL,Norwegian and MSC cruises. Thanks for any info. Kendra

 

Hi Kendra:) I didn't get to say goodby on our cruise. I too am looking for a fall cruise. Was booked on the Dawn for Oct but the date was bad for me. Let me know if you find something.

Nomie

[Kreader]

Hi Nomie,Nice meeting you . Fun dancing at the white hot party. I am having a difficult time finding a good longer fall cruise with a low single supplement. Looking at Carnival Glory,14 nights,inside cabin Caribbean cruise on Oct. 31. Still about $1650 with port and taxes,after $75.00 obc. Will post if I find anything good. Norwegian does not have good single supplements for the fall,so unless that changes I won't be going on NCL. Bye for now,Kendra

[red919]

I use the same PDF and I'm learning the ropes of how to look for the low SSs and taxes. This week I booked a cruise with a $98 tax fee. I couldn't believe my eyes. Not sure if its because its international or if I sailed out of a different US port I'd get the same consideration.

 

Anyway I think the PDF is really useful and I have the one for Carnival as well. Since its not a TA, it should be okay to post, should it not?

 

RCI: http://www.creative.rccl.com/Sales/Royal/Multi_Dest/Special_Offers/rci_sales_event.pdf

 

Carnival: https://www.goccl.com/~/media/GOCCL/Files/Sales/SingleOccupancy.ashx

I have also found great deals using the RCCL PDF as well as the link to the Celebrity PDF below:

 

http://www.creative.rccl.com/Sales/Exciting_Deals/XcitingDeals_cel_tues.pdf

 

In fact, am holding a single occupancy oceanview guarantee for 7 night Bermuda cruise on Grandeur of the Seas for $1437 including taxes. It's actually lower than this week's Tuesday specials and it's a July 4th cruise. Trying to decide if should I book at this rate or wait? Looks like staterooms are selling out due to the holiday...

Edited May 18, 2015 by red919

[1jazzylady1]

I was trying for a discount on last minute cruise end of June. Cruise billed for$699, but solo rate quoted $1400. I was trying to leave from near point since flights are so expensive plus hotel because I have so many near misses if I travel n the same day. My cruise last October was in jeopardy flying into NYC due to rain and storms. So, I trying for a port within driving distance. I said to the agent wouldn't it be better to fill a cabin vs letting it stay open and he said no. Years ago I could get a deal.

I think I will do a solo trip to Toronto instead.

I hope others have better luck.

[1jazzylady1]

I agree depressing and discouraging.

[1jazzylady1]

That is over $200 a day, not really a good deal unless you really want to go to Bermuda.

[1jazzylady1]

I used to be able to get a good deal with cruise compete but not so much anymore.

[1jazzylady1]

I have found some good deals with transatlantic and repositioning cruise good rates but a lot of sea days which I enjoy.

[1jazzylady1]

This was In the past (good deals) and I wanted to go for at least 14 days.

[cruisevv]

This was In the past (good deals) and I wanted to go for at least 14 days.

 

The repos/TAs are still good. I booked one for 15 nights for 1,500 including taxes/solo. Now I just have to hope for an upgrade. ;)

[1jazzylady]

The repos/TAs are still good. I booked one for 15 nights for 1,500 including taxes/solo. Now I just have to hope for an upgrade. ;)

I will check out one for (TA) October for my birthday. I did Cunard Queen Mary for my last birthday. Not a good cruise for solo travel. But I will not pay $200 per night unless it is for one of the all inclusive luxury lines. Otherwise getting a hotel at the for seasons or Ritz in Toronto would be more fun in June.

[Earl Colby Pottinger]

With my past guest discount:

Oct 4.2015 was listed at $786 for 11 days.

Oct 15.2015 was listed at $756 for 10 days.

 

But I was slow booking because of personal matters

 

Presently showing $878 and $838, I booked both legs, I now have a 21 day solo cruise for just over $2100 USD. If I had booked when it first showed up I would had the same cruise for less than $1900 USD for the same 21 days.

Edited May 25, 2015 by Earl Colby Pottinger

[risotoman]

With my past guest discount:

Oct 4.2015 was listed at $786 for 11 days.

Oct 15.2015 was listed at $756 for 10 days.

 

But I was slow booking because of personal matters

 

Presently showing $878 and $838, I booked both legs, I now have a 21 day solo cruise for just over $2100 USD. If I had booked when it first showed up I would had the same cruise for less than $1900 USD for the same 21 days.

 

Can you share the company and ship?