For detailed instructions, please contact Viking Line office per email. Also - I LOVED the shopping in Dubai. Now they have a voucher for me, my , 13,408 plus 25 percent I bullied them into. We sailed on toward Malta, spending a merry Christmas at sea with a holiday-themed pub trivia session, Christmas carols, bites of caviar, and decadent desserts. Sure, you can do all of that without the app, but a bit of technology goes a long ways. And a few days in Barcelona pre. 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Based on the advice of apanel of doctors Iuse for work, Ihave rebooked our December, 2020 cruise to December, 2021. Madam M's from NYC has a store in Dubai. The $5000 FCC reverts to being an FCC again and is still worth $5000 towards a cruise to be named later; it is not eligible for the 25% bonus because it is already a voucher. "Well, my mother told me to grab limes and tequila and make margaritas.". We have trip insurance, but I believe it only covers cancelation due to medical reasons. Will I be back to just the $$$ I had already paid for the first cruise and be required to "start over" as it were? Since you only paid $14K, I'll assume you were on a short cruise of under 35-days, so the cancellation terms were: Most rooms are also equipped with hair dryers, so while you might want to bring other electric products hair straighteners and curlers, for instance leave the dryer behind. Located in the eastern Caribbean, this private 30-acre retreat is exclusively offered as a port of call to cruisers from Carnival and its sister companies. 0000010527 00000 n ), Iwould deal with Steve at tripnsurancestore.com. Here is how it works for US pax. It has been a great cruise company with a first-class product. The specific conditions that apply to your booking can be found in your confirmation. Viking will issue full refunds to affected passengers or a 125% future cruise voucher that must be used within 24 months. To get that value, youll have to use as many of the onboard services as possible, but it beats constantly taking out your wallet for things like internet access and port fees. The FFS cruise will set sail on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship in February 2024. Travel + Leisure is published by Meredith Corporation under license from Travel + Leisure Co. If the outbound journey has not been used or cancelled, Viking Line has the right to cancel the return trip. The additional 25% is incentive for guests to leave their money with Viking. Guests will notice that some package prices have been raised considerably, between 5-30% depending on the voyage length. 85% of Full Fare. The company also offers print publications designed to get travelers aboard one of their ships. Viking Line advises the traveler to get a travel insurance that includes cancellation protection in the event of illness or accident. Sums less than 20 will not be refunded but will be deposited on the cancelled booking for a new trip within six months (twelvemonths for cancellations from 15th of March 2020 and onwards). When I was in Dubaifor work and then a week of play, unexpectedly , I had so much fun! Unlike a government, they cannot print money. We applied the credit for a Nov. 2021 cruise, fingers are crossed about this one. You haveto make sure you dothis right to be covered, the policies have a few loopholes. 0000562482 00000 n You should also research tipping policies for your vessel; while tips are voluntary for both ocean and river cruises, Viking ocean cruises have a discretionary hotel and dining charge of $15.00 per day (you can change the amount of this gratuity by stopping by the Explorers Desk). 'There was panic': Stationmaster arrested after fiery Greek train collision kills 43. If things go wonky better to let Viking Air deal with it. Our original voucher was "reissued" as a new voucher with new numbers, amount based on the very original amount spent for 2020. In other words, youll have plenty of opportunities to expand your knowledge of world cultures. It serves little purpose in this crazy world. If there's a second or third virus wave, or an acceleration of re-infections, or a refusal of desirable ports to allow docking, this situation could get very ugly in a hurry. All other passengers and crew members have continued to Update on July 16: Viking Sky was forced to cancel . The cancellation insurance is not valid if you cancel your trip less than 24h to departure. On a Viking cruise, diners can visit any restaurant without incurring any additional charge. Surely. I believe many airlines are waiving change fees at this time. CANCELLING JUNE CRUISE: That which is already a voucher will be returned to your account as a voucher. If youre planning on drinking regularly no judgments here, were talking about a vacation there are a couple of ways to keep your budget in check. 0000003319 00000 n Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Just by moving back one year. Started June 21, 2021, By But that's their problem and I was not about to allow them to turn it into my problem. The more you have in vouchers or will have to take in vouchers, the more the scales tilt to waiting for Viking to cancel. 5.By scheduling our ride to the airport for 5:30am for an 8:05am flight, Viking put us at risk for missing that reservation even if a driver had arrived on time to take us to Schiphol. "), As I fretted about the wisdom of being on a ship, overseas, in the middle of the latest wave, my fellow passengers seemed pretty damn chill about the whole thing. And if you enjoy your experience at one of those premium restaurants, feel free to head back later in the trip at The Chefs Table, the menu changes every three days. With ocean cruise, timing is less of an issue, but youll still want to plan as far in advance as is possible. ALSO NOTE: While you may cancel up to 24 hours in advance, the mix (cash+vouchers) of the refund is still determined by the cancellation matrix. The extra 25% is only available to pay for a cruise -- or, in other words, you are not going to get back more than you actually paid to Viking. My wife and I are booked on Jupiter for late next February. What about re-booking for April 2022? Weve been to. Powered by Invision Community. It is basically like starting over. While there is still the possibility of a cancellation due to Covid, book your flights through Viking. We had a final payment on a river cruise due in March. https://www.vikingrivercruisescanada.com/my-trip/current-sailings/index.html. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By To be covered by this guarantee, you must make a reservation on a 2022 voyage between November 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. Our travel service can transfer the balance. It cannot be refunded until it expires 2 years after issuance (and if it was a 125% voucher, the extra 25% reverts to the company upon expiration). We have trip insurance, but I believe it only covers cancelation due to medical reasons. Valid for trips booked from April 2nd 2019. You wont have much of a view, but youll still get the 24/7 room service, and if youre feeling claustrophobic, you can always head to a different part of the ship. I haven't been to a mall in the US, pre-covid, in years. However. I have a cruise booked for summer 2021 that is essentially a rebooking of the same cruise we had planned for summer 2020. Viking River Cruises offer a 3.3 percent discount for travelers who pay via e-check, so if youre looking for a way to reduce your expenses, thats a great place to start. Each airline has a different policy. 100% of Full Fare. Sailing down rivers puts you in the heart of many of the cities you visit, our source tells us. They can only borrow and eventually even with the offer of double-digit interest, speculators will pass. I paid $5000 using an FCC and $5000 on my credit card. However, Viking offers a few apps to make your cruise more enjoyable, and if you dont install them, youll miss out. 0000005312 00000 n He (actually they) did not "mislead" me, "mislead" is Viking corporatespeak. Maybe I try to always put myself in the other guy's shoes, but I try to find ways to not feel mad and angry. 0000057816 00000 n We have opted to use Viking Air even if a little more expensive so if it is canceled refunds are SO much easier. You are quoting old information from the first round of cancellations. Viking Cruises' Risk-Free Guarantee Policy NEW [Temporary] Policy: . In fact, it was originally issued as a 125% voucher; if I don't spend it on another cruise, I will only get $4000 cash back from Viking when I apply for a refund after it has expired two years from the date of issue (that is spelled out on the voucher). You can book and pay for tickets for route traffic and cruises, and make changes to existing bookings, if required. Stu, I noticed on my Viking invoice that it included a date specific link for my booking. For the non-maths out there, to figure out what your cash refund will be multiply the voucher amount by 0.8. We have now deferred our 65th birthday celebration and will hopefully get to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary. As with all other aspects of your cruise, the trick is to plan ahead. Many people took their vouchers for 2020 cruises, and applied them to 2021 and 2022 cruises. Ocean cruises have similar options, though exact room sizes and features will vary. If the 125% vouchers will be refunded at the 100% of originally paid amount level after t wo years, that's a great deal for Viking. Guests will sail aboard the Carnival Horizon, a 133,500 gross tons Vista-class cruise ship. And even if youre extremely particular about your shampoo, you dont need to bring any onboard. If we had canceled, it would have been a $250 change fee. You can also buy local wine and bring it onboard, a Viking Cruises representative tells TravelAwaits via email. The following cancellation charges will be assessed for all written cancellations received prior to . Since the start, it's been our aim to provide the latest cruise news covering all the major cruise lines. True, Viking requires all passengers and crew to be fully vaccinated, and masks were to be required in all indoor areas on the ship except while eating and drinking. Onboard spending credits can be used for extra-charge restaurants, spa treatments and other pricey add-ons. Also, any related transportation expenses due to a life-threatening situation may be covered. @Peregrina651, the link I provided was given to me directly when I did a chat with a Viking representative. 0000024349 00000 n The pool deck of the 'Viking Venus,' while docked in Valletta, Malta. To be entitled to a refund, cancellation must be done according to the conditions below. If that doesnt sound like a great value (or if youre not planning on paying for enough beverages to justify the surcharge), theres another option. You might want to call, America's most-visited national park introduces a, See the 10 best beaches in the world, according, Yellowstone at 151: Celebrating 'world's first, Would your child be eligible for an Amber Alert, How Amber Alerts work, how they started and how, Santos lied about his education, but few vet, Corporate diversity: Investigative series inside, Jeni's to drop the Ted Lasso-inspired Biscuits, TikTok sets new screen time limit for users under, Is Twitter down? In other words, we have quite a bit of extra value in the hopper for the rebooked cruise. The squeaky wheel, as they say, got the grease. Best case is that Viking cancels all those SA cruises, but likely well after finalpayment. Find out whats happening, then plan your itinerary appropriately. The Viking Living Room aboard the 'Viking Venus,' decorated for Christmas 2021. LauraS In every other sense, though, its unmatched, especially when compared with cruises from other major companies. 0000006223 00000 n Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. The deli, named in her honor, serves cuisine inspired by her kitchen, from sweet rolls with cloudberry jam, salmon gravlax, open-faced sandwiches to her heart-shaped waffles served with jam or gjetost and Norwegian brown goat cheese.. The worst thing you can do is clutter up your quarters with unnecessary items. With that said, some If you want to enjoy a cocktail outside of lunch or dinner service, youll have to pay for the privilege. Travel + Leisure magazine may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Which date are you going? 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