October 25, 2014 Fantasy Western "The Not So Scary Halloween Cruise 2014"

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What I'm seeing I have until 45 plus days from sail date to take him off and only lose the deposit (which as of right now, I've already lost, unless I add him back on now) in concierge. Can someone confirm this for me? I will know for sure if he's going before 45 days. Like I mentioned, the plan is to not take him right now but I'd rather be safe than sorry and not be stuck in a tough spot if something happens and we have to take him.
 
What I'm seeing I have until 45 plus days from sail date to take him off and only lose the deposit (which as of right now, I've already lost, unless I add him back on now) in concierge. Can someone confirm this for me? I will know for sure if he's going before 45 days. Like I mentioned, the plan is to not take him right now but I'd rather be safe than sorry and not be stuck in a tough spot if something happens and we have to take him.

I think that is true if there is still room on the ship. That has happened to a few people. They were trying to add someone only to be told they were not able to. So I guess yes, subject to availability. Not the availability in your room, that clearly fits up to 5 people. The capacity of the ship is what can be too full. On an April cruise, around Nov before they had decided to take her daughter's friend. Unfortunately, the ship was too full for them to add her on.

I hope that makes sense. Bear probably explains it better. I'm too wordy.

Don't feel guilty at all for leaving him. I take my kids on individual trips. They love them :)
 
I think that is true if there is still room on the ship. That has happened to a few people. They were trying to add someone only to be told they were not able to. So I guess yes, subject to availability. Not the availability in your room, that clearly fits 3 people. The capacity of the ship is what can be too full. On an April cruise, around Nov before they had decided to take her daughter's friend. Unfortunately, the ship was too full for them to add her on. I hope that makes sense. Bear probably explains it better. I'm too wordy.
I guess what I was trying to say is, I should go ahead and add him back on and as long as we remove him at least 45 days before we sail we will only lose his deposit? It will be easier to remove him later than risk not being able to add him back on if things change. And no matter what, I've already been charged his deposit since we removed him...
 
Don't feel guilty at all for leaving him. I take my kids on individual trips. They love them :)
And thanks. This does make me feel better. There's a huge difference in 4.5 and 2.5. She's potty trained, independent, will get by with a booster seat if we need it. He will be in the throws of potty training, in a 5 point harness we would have to lug around, still needs a stroller or to be carried....I think our daughter will just love having us to herself! And my hunt had already said this means we have to take our youngest to Cars land in a couple of years. So another trip already on the agenda!!
 

And thanks. This does make me feel better. There's a huge difference in 4.5 and 2.5. She's potty trained, independent, will get by with a booster seat if we need it. He will be in the throws of potty training, in a 5 point harness we would have to lug around, still needs a stroller or to be carried....I think our daughter will just love having us to herself! And my hunt had already said this means we have to take our youngest to Cars land in a couple of years. So another trip already on the agenda!!

I started taking mine when they were 3 and 5 (I have three and the baby was 1, so she went both times the first time.) Then every other year, even years, individual trips, odd years everyone together. It was when my middle child came back from a trip and exclaimed, "that was the best trip ever!" when I realized how much it means to them. I knew I loved it, because each kid is so different and catching up and playing and laughing with just one really creates a bond, but they truly looked forward to their trips. They still do and they are 13, 11, and 9. At some point, I think they might say no, but for now, they keep picking places to travel. Your 4.5yo will love all the attention :goodvibes
 
I guess what I was trying to say is, I should go ahead and add him back on and as long as we remove him at least 45 days before we sail we will only lose his deposit? It will be easier to remove him later than risk not being able to add him back on if things change. And no matter what, I've already been charged his deposit since we removed him...

AH..I see. I have no idea :confused3 Maybe someone else will know how late you can remove a person in concierge with only losing the deposit and not the full fare amount for that person.
 
Add the 2 y/o now. Not only for nursery and lifeboat occupancy, but price too. The longer you wait the price will likely be higher too. Our sailing is filling up. Of course it's basically sold out now upstairs except for a T or V occasionally show as folks move about. But that never stops DCL from raising the price every time a cabin becomes available. That pushes the cost higher for every pax who will be added to that cat.

Fwiw this cabin availability/movement can be more active around the 120 and 90 PIF dates for those looking to move or upgrade. Odds are there is a wait list too, which sometimes works, sometimes not.

I always wondered about this below. I always thought you had to make changes and cancellations of the lower(less $ to DCL) kind prior to the paid in full date. For concierge the PIF date is 90 days for our sailing.

If you cancel the 2 y/o before the PIF date you will not technically lose the deposit $ for the 2y/o. As stated in PP you can apply it to something in the future, perhaps even this current sailing if you get the right rep on the phone. ;)

But I agree that this below says you can cancel the 2 y/o at 46 days out and only lose the child's deposit. But like I said, if you cancel a pax at 91 days you will still have the use of that deposit $ for a future, or perhaps to apply to this sailing. It will be a credit in your name.

Did you use a TA? Call DCL or your TA and get it/this in writing, IMO.

I would make the change at 91 days if possible, but then again, what's $170 if staying upstairs. lol. It's a Visa moment. Priceless .... flexibility for under $200. :)


from;http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruise-new/cr-price.htm

For most itineraries, the balance of the reservation must be paid no later than 90 days prior to sailing for concierge categories 1-3, R-V and 75 days for all other categories 4-12, 4A-11C. .......

Suites/concierge staterooms:

If you cancel within this period: The cancellation fee is:

45 + Days prior to sail ............. Loss of Deposit per guest......

Also fwiw, most CL guest pay at least 119 days prior so they can take advantage of their early 120 booking window for excursions and onboard ressies.

HTH and makes sense. I think sweetlovin' used less words. :lmao:
 
I'm curious about something that you experienced DCL cruisers can answer(or at least predict). Do you expect this cruise to be pretty packed since it's a Halloween cruise or not so much since kids will still be in school?

Also, which night would be a good night to plan on making Remy and Palo reservations? I'm ok with doing the formal night in one of the adult restaurants. Which nights of the MDR should we not miss?

This is just the beginning of my questions. We still have 246 days, 16 hours, 20 minutes and 3 seconds. LOL. ;)
 
It looks as if the roll call is up to date. If you don't see yourself on it and you'd like to be post here so it can be updated.

With that said, would someone be willing to take over the roll call from here on out?

Thanks,
Ron

This didn't slip by me, I have been thinking about it. My fear with taking it over is that I will not be able to keep up. I'm gone May, July, Aug 30 - Mid Sept, early to mid Oct.

If any VGT rates come out (Last year for 2 people to hop on this cruise VGT was 2k; I remember because I seriously considered it) I won't be here a good portion of the later months to help.

If Nico heads to Amsterdam in April, I am going with him for two weeks.

When I am here, I am here. So I can help then, but I'm not sure I can commit fully.
 
I'm curious about something that you experienced DCL cruisers can answer(or at least predict). Do you expect this cruise to be pretty packed since it's a Halloween cruise or not so much since kids will still be in school?

Also, which night would be a good night to plan on making Remy and Palo reservations? I'm ok with doing the formal night in one of the adult restaurants. Which nights of the MDR should we not miss?

This is just the beginning of my questions. We still have 246 days, 16 hours, 20 minutes and 3 seconds. LOL. ;)

Bear might know where to look better to figure out if the cruise is full. Last year, I remember the VGT being 2k for two people last minute. So, maybe not completely full, but there are a lot of DISers on this one as oppose to some of the others.;)
 
This didn't slip by me, I have been thinking about it. My fear with taking it over is that I will not be able to keep up. I'm gone May, July, Aug 30 - Mid Sept, early to mid Oct.

If any VGT rates come out (Last year for 2 people to hop on this cruise VGT was 2k; I remember because I seriously considered it) I won't be here a good portion of the later months to help.

If Nico heads to Amsterdam in April, I am going with him for two weeks.

When I am here, I am here. So I can help then, but I'm not sure I can commit fully.

It's not too hard. Just scan through what you missed and look for newbies. A lot of it is cut and paste.

Ron
 
It's not too hard. Just scan through what you missed and look for newbies. A lot of it is cut and paste.

Ron

Ok, I will help. I just hope everyone is patient with me. You want me to cut and paste from the first thread onto a new one?
 
I'm curious about something that you experienced DCL cruisers can answer(or at least predict). Do you expect this cruise to be pretty packed since it's a Halloween cruise or not so much since kids will still be in school?

Also, which night would be a good night to plan on making Remy and Palo reservations? I'm ok with doing the formal night in one of the adult restaurants. Which nights of the MDR should we not miss?

This is just the beginning of my questions. We still have 246 days, 16 hours, 20 minutes and 3 seconds. LOL. ;)

I have never done Palo or Remy because I always have a kid with me. Samantha, 9, doesn't leave my side. (Except maybe this cruise) and even then I wouldn't eat there by myself. I can here it now, "Table for 1, reservation for a table for 1" :blush::blush::lmao: I think I'll pass on that scenario.:rotfl2:
 
Thanks, sweetlovin! :flower3:

I saw the post, but was afraid that if Ron and Jen are leaving :sad:, I may need to step up to help with ToT.

I am also suffering from a bad case of missing people that I have never met, that actually haven't said they are leaving! Talk about borrowing trouble! That's what I get for reading (and loving) all of Jen's trip reports.

Have a great weekend, everyone!:wave2:
 
I tried to PM to sign up for the fish extender list, but it wouldn't let me because I don't have 10 posts, so here is number 1.
 
Hi all!

So excited to be joining you for DS and DH's very first cruise!! DD's and I took a quick 3 Nt. cruise on the Dream last year and we were hooked --- can't wait to spend 7 glorious nights on the beautiful Fantasy!!

Here's our info:

-Alex (36 yr old DH), Marsha (36 yr old DW), Aidan (8 yr old DS), Hannah (6 yr old DD), and Hayleigh (6 yr old DD).
-We're from Rochester, NY
-Stateroom 6622 (for now, thinking about changing it but who knows)
-Late Seating
-We're celebrating our 15 yr anniversary onboard (it's officially in May but we can wait to celebrate... and DH's birthday which is Nov 1st)

We'd love to participate in the FE -- please let me know who I need to PM about that.

Thanks!!
 
Welcome! We are also in the late dining with one of our kiddos (she'll almost be 5). Looking forward to getting to sail with y'all!
 
Hi all!

So excited to be joining you for DS and DH's very first cruise!! DD's and I took a quick 3 Nt. cruise on the Dream last year and we were hooked --- can't wait to spend 7 glorious nights on the beautiful Fantasy!!

Here's our info:

-Alex (36 yr old DH), Marsha (36 yr old DW), Aidan (8 yr old DS), Hannah (6 yr old DD), and Hayleigh (6 yr old DD).
-We're from Rochester, NY
-Stateroom 6622 (for now, thinking about changing it but who knows)
-Late Seating
-We're celebrating our 15 yr anniversary onboard (it's officially in May but we can wait to celebrate... and DH's birthday which is Nov 1st)

We'd love to participate in the FE -- please let me know who I need to PM about that.

Thanks!!

Welcome to the group :goodvibes
 
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