venusjems Posted February 13, 2009 #1 Share Posted February 13, 2009 You know the ship you want (Glory) You know the date you want (Sept 26 09) You got almost payment in full cash in your pocket (way enought to cover deposit) You got three quotes and Carnival is the cheaper Do you: 1. Book now 2. Wait for a one day sale or some other sale (OBC-Updgrade etc) 3. Keep Shopping 4. Other I am in turmoil! :eek: I know if i book now, tomorrow there will be some crazy insane sale. If i dont book now, tomorrow prices go up 50pp So help me out!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnsilly Posted February 13, 2009 #2 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Book now...and be done with it :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuyahoga11 Posted February 13, 2009 #3 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Book now. If the price goes down BEFORE final payment date you should get the adjustment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangeBrew Posted February 13, 2009 #4 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Book Now . That's what I would do , Early Saver , as long as you are aware your deposit is non-refundable ,and you are going to go regardless . You can still get an adjustment up to two days before sailing on the Early Saver Program if the prices do go down . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyrisong1 Posted February 13, 2009 #5 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Yeah I agree, you cannot beat the early saver rate on that one. We did this itenerary on Glory and it was awesome!! Hope you have a great time. Carole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted February 13, 2009 #6 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I can't stand waiting. I booked yesterday (so now I have 7 booked cruises again). I got Early Saver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelamu7 Posted February 13, 2009 #7 Share Posted February 13, 2009 You know the ship you want (Glory)You know the date you want (Sept 26 09) You got almost payment in full cash in your pocket (way enought to cover deposit) You got three quotes and Carnival is the cheaper Do you: 1. Book now 2. Wait for a one day sale or some other sale (OBC-Updgrade etc) 3. Keep Shopping 4. Other I am in turmoil! :eek: I know if i book now, tomorrow there will be some crazy insane sale. If i dont book now, tomorrow prices go up 50pp So help me out!! Book NOW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relayer Posted February 13, 2009 #8 Share Posted February 13, 2009 This is just based on my personal experience over the last 3 months. We booked in full in Dec. just after Carnival quit making price change allowances and just beforetheir new pricing guarantee program rolled out. There were many lost opportunities. There were some slight pricing adjustments but the bigger item was a loss of a $300 OBC for our cruise, triple Sea Miles and an additional $100 credit for shore excursions. All offered well after our in full payment and weeks prior to our March sailing. Don't misunderstand. We are fully happy with the value we purchased or we would not have purchased at the time. In the future we may wait until 4-8 weeks out prior to booking knowing he downside of fewer cabins to choose etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted February 13, 2009 #9 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Prices for that date start at $399, you arent going to beat that price they have for Early Savers imo. anything below $400 isnt going to last forever. If you want a particular 1A with port holes at $399 for instance, you almost need to book early. Later on, even if you get the same price or $20 lower lets say, you wouldnt get that port hole cabin and its the same price as 1As on Glory without the port holes. If you just want to book any inside (for instance), then it wouldnt matter. Depends on what you plan on booking too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMKahlan Posted February 13, 2009 #10 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I vote for book now with the Early Savers. They will price match any lower prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venusjems Posted February 13, 2009 Author #11 Share Posted February 13, 2009 ok ok i guess i am calling my pvp today!! Thanks for all your responses :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizardhowson Posted February 13, 2009 #12 Share Posted February 13, 2009 You know the ship you want (Glory)You know the date you want (Sept 26 09) You got almost payment in full cash in your pocket (way enought to cover deposit) You got three quotes and Carnival is the cheaper #1 & #2 should be enough for you to make up your mind. #3 and #4 are just icing on the cake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManyMore Posted February 13, 2009 #13 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I was on the phone with my TA had all my info and called Carnival to book it. By the time she had taken my info and called them the price had gone up! If you want it book it you never know when the price will go up and you have plenty of time before full payment for an OBC if it comes down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibi Posted February 13, 2009 #14 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Just remember that early saver deposits are non-refundable. Otherwise, book now and watch the prices. If they go down, request an adjustment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IKE Posted February 14, 2009 #15 Share Posted February 14, 2009 Book now with the Early Saver rate. I just did with the New Carnival Dream for Nov.2009. It was so reasonable and they will make adjustments if price drops. Can't beat that. Only thing beware you deposit is non-refundable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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