kaiiak Posted September 28, 2008 #1 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Hi all! I am new to RCL, but not to cruising. We are expecting a new baby this January, so when researching our future cruises, I thought it would be a great time to try out RCL because of their toddler water play areas on certain ships. I looked at the Oasis for summer 2010 and about died when I saw the grand total for 4 people in a balcony: $6276. The third and fourth passenger rates were soooo steep: $1289. Is this the norm on RCL? Is this just because it is a new ship? I am also interested in the Freedom Class ships, but they don't have their itineraries up yet for summer 2010. I think the MOST I ever paid for 3rd/4th pax was $650 on Princess. The lowest was $199 on HAL. I really want to try RCL but at this price I can do two cruises in a balcony on another line! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyal2RCCL Posted September 28, 2008 #2 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Congrats on the baby! That is not the norm on RCCL for 3rd/4th rates to be so high-- it's only because the Oasis is a new ship. If you pick another ship you should have less sticker shock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce-r Posted September 28, 2008 #3 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I agree. The exaggerated 3/4th rates are specific to Oasis, although the 3/4th rates on other ships aren't nearly as affordable as they are on HAL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise-Nut Posted September 28, 2008 #4 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I think it is because of the new ship and because of the time of year that you are traveling. I have paid as little as $99 for 3/4 passengers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted September 28, 2008 #5 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Hi all! I am new to RCL, but not to cruising. We are expecting a new baby this January, so when researching our future cruises, I thought it would be a great time to try out RCL because of their toddler water play areas on certain ships. I looked at the Oasis for summer 2010 and about died when I saw the grand total for 4 people in a balcony: $6276. The third and fourth passenger rates were soooo steep: $1289. Is this the norm on RCL? Is this just because it is a new ship? I am also interested in the Freedom Class ships, but they don't have their itineraries up yet for summer 2010. I think the MOST I ever paid for 3rd/4th pax was $650 on Princess. The lowest was $199 on HAL. I really want to try RCL but at this price I can do two cruises in a balcony on another line! Don't go during peak season. It's expensive for all ships then. In October, your total would be $4189 for a balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaiiak Posted September 28, 2008 Author #6 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Thanks Loyal - we are really excited about the baby because my other "baby" is going to be 13 years old this November!!! :eek: Thanks everyone for all of the advice. Unfortunately I'm a teacher and can only travel during peak season. We used to be on a year round calendar which allowed me to travel at other times - but now we are on traditional.:( I guess traveling on a line that caters to families during peak family travel dates will be much pricier than my previous cruises. When I start to see prices over the $5000 mark, I begin to second guess the affordability of cruising versus a week at a resort in Hawaii. Usually cruising wins out hands down each year - hence its been 7 years since we went to Hawaii. I'll keep my eye out on the prices - we've got almost two years. I just like having something "on the books" to look forward to. I think we may do a short DCL cruise on the Wonder during summer 2009 because of all the great infant amenities they have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted September 28, 2008 #7 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I looked at the Oasis for summer 2010 and about died when I saw the grand total for 4 people in a balcony: $6276. The third and fourth passenger rates were soooo steep: $1289. Is this the norm on RCL? Is this just because it is a new ship? I am also interested in the Freedom Class ships, but they don't have their itineraries up yet for summer 2010. I think the MOST I ever paid for 3rd/4th pax was $650 on Princess. The lowest was $199 on HAL. I really want to try RCL but at this price I can do two cruises in a balcony on another line! The Oasis summer prices are out of control, even if you booked as soon as they opened. My kids wanted me to book it, but I changed my mind once I realized how much I was paying pp for a 7 night cruise. I need 2 rooms with 5 people and it was nearly 10k for 2 D3's. I don't think it was much less for lower deck balconies. Even the inside cabins were pricey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcruiser08820 Posted September 28, 2008 #8 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Hi all! I am new to RCL, but not to cruising. We are expecting a new baby this January, so when researching our future cruises, I thought it would be a great time to try out RCL because of their toddler water play areas on certain ships. I looked at the Oasis for summer 2010 and about died when I saw the grand total for 4 people in a balcony: $6276. The third and fourth passenger rates were soooo steep: $1289. Is this the norm on RCL? Is this just because it is a new ship? I am also interested in the Freedom Class ships, but they don't have their itineraries up yet for summer 2010. I think the MOST I ever paid for 3rd/4th pax was $650 on Princess. The lowest was $199 on HAL. I really want to try RCL but at this price I can do two cruises in a balcony on another line! We booked Oasis for November 2010 and paid for 2 years old and 9 year old $ 500+ each ( just a little higher than adult rate) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted September 28, 2008 #9 Share Posted September 28, 2008 We booked Oasis for November 2010 and paid for 2 years old and 9 year old $ 500+ each ( just a little higher than adult rate) Non-summer fares seem reasonable, no question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted September 28, 2008 #10 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Whatever you do, do NOT look at the prices for December 26, 2009! (unless you have a defibrillator nearby :rolleyes: :eek: ;) :D ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted September 28, 2008 #11 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Whatever you do, do NOT look at the prices for December 26, 2009! (unless you have a defibrillator nearby :rolleyes: :eek: ;) :D ) Oh no, now I have to go look... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted September 28, 2008 #12 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Holy cr*p, ya gotta be kiddin me. 3k for a balcony. over 2k for an inside. If they can get it, good for them; it just seems really insane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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