(Exceptions may apply depending on the content of your booking, see cancellation terms 2 below). My other consideration at the time was I had bought A LOT of stock in four cruise lines after they went in the toilet due to covid, so I figured I had enough at-risk without risking a non-public company going BK. 0000653432 00000 n For instance, we had voucher value from our canceled April GE cruise that more than covered our upcoming (but possibly to be canceled) Iberian Explorer/Northern Lights cruise in Jan-Feb 2021. 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.. Thus, Viking breached its contract to provide a flight home. Route trips outbound and homebound. We held off canceling, paid off all three cruises as well as booked shore excursions and Silver Spirits in anticipation of Viking cancelling. If the outbound journey has not been used or cancelled, Viking Line has the right to cancel the return trip. 100% of Full Fare. We took the 125 % voucher and applied it to the same cruise in summer 2021. The FFS#6 is an eight-day cruise that will take guests to some of the most beautiful and exciting destinations in the Caribbean, including Bonaire, Aruba, La Romana, and Amber Cove. On the cruise, guests can attend various events and activities hosted by John Heald himself. Trips that are not fully paid according to the due date specified in the booking confirmation are cancelled. So another voucher only, or the monies we paid for the original cruise? Implied, I think. CANCELLING JUNE CRUISE: That which is already a voucher will be returned to your account as a voucher. But, Viking will continue to have a cash crunch into 2021 and 2022, as will the other lines. hb```b``g`c`da@ $A& h35f}a=b3)q!@&C[n$\NlM5KHr`pLQ`wCD;\4d*LhIJj :} qLqh aVHiRBJP]ru,4#i%`@Q&!zHbE"1EL`O0%W{baI=P\zR%LEO]EM@9gI``";(QSNE dPAD4c3804bQ4yFA Z% lXY!cDSR6H4o 0eW," tEA ZL You haveto make sure you dothis right to be covered, the policies have a few loopholes. Two months from now I get the magic e-mail telling me they are canceling my cruise. We are thinking of cancelling the trip. I think if the rebooking cancels it will be time to bail. Too much to expect I imagine. 0000585547 00000 n By the time we'd left Messina, the reality of omicron, of the pandemic, and of waking up every morning to spit into a tube had started to weigh on me. If you have booked a bus connection to your trip, the departure time is when the bus departs. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, https://docs.vikingcruises.com/pdf/2-191004_BookingAndSaleTermsAndConditions_wMSP_v4.pdf, https://www.vikingcruises.com/risk-free-guarantee-through-april-2020.html?_ga=2.151639482.2037751566.1603814687-1589527027.1603064073, https://www.vikingcruises.com/risk-free-guarantee.html, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. For the best possible time, youll want to be flexible. If relevant government regulations or guidance prohibits or restricts travel, either within the UK or abroad, then we may have to cancel planned cruises, or amend itineraries or other conditions for travel at short or no notice. Updates. 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. Started August 27, 2021, By Guests will sail aboard the Carnival Horizon, a 133,500 gross tons Vista-class cruise ship. Started June 21, 2021, By Started June 21, 2021, By It all depends on the status of your rebooked cruise at the time you commit to it. And not to hammer home the point, but Viking cruises are truly luxurious. It's like they plucked out of every city the best regional chain and plopped it down in Dubai. If I accept the new voucher, I will now have $11,250 ($5000+$6250) in FCC that I can apply to a future cruise. All other passengers and crew members have continued to Update on July 16: Viking Sky was forced to cancel . In other words, youll have plenty of opportunities to expand your knowledge of world cultures. As for the other items of value, it may depend on your negotiating skills. Started August 27, 2021, By 0000562812 00000 n Each airline has a different policy. Thanks for your help-. The cruise will start in Miami, Florida, where guests will embark on February 17, 2024. 0000562482 00000 n Isnt it funny. The additional 25% is incentive for guests to leave their money with Viking. Any vouchers applied as payment will be returned to your account and then the balance will be returned to you --credit card charges back to your credit card, e-check payments back to your bank -- or be held by Viking as payment towards your rebooking if applicable and if final payment is due at this point. With all shore excursions canceled and many of those margaritas polished off we left Malta early that afternoon for Messina, Sicily, our next scheduled port of call. duquephart, October 14, 2020 in Viking Ocean. If not, you can always grab a few bottles of the good stuff during a shore excursion. Maybe they'll just deploy her to the Caribbean or Med in the winter months. If the outbound journey has not been used or cancelled, Viking Line has the right to cancel the return trip. Good to hear. Upon arrival, the crew announced that Italian health authorities requested everyone aboard take a rapid antigen test before anyone could go ashore, according to the Viking crew. When youre sitting in the Explorers Lounge perusing vintage maps or enjoying a thermal bath on the spa deck, youll know why Viking Cruises are held in such high regard. BAwas very accommodating. You can do this online at. We have now deferred our 65th birthday celebration and will hopefully get to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary. Here is how it works for US pax. Cancelation by Viking? Since the start, it's been our aim to provide the latest cruise news covering all the major cruise lines. 0000019071 00000 n As such, guests traveling on either an ocean or river ship may experience minor day-to-day variations in how we implement our overall program. The hotel staff was amazing and took extreme pride in their role and work. Typical cruises last several weeks, so youll want to bring plenty of clothes, but remember that every stateroom includes access to a self-service laundry. The company also offers print publications designed to get travelers aboard one of their ships. Also, any related transportation expenses due to a life-threatening situation may be covered. Standard staterooms are much less expensive, and while theyre not exactly roomy, that doesnt matter if youre just using them as a sort of home base. In one sense, a Viking cruise is like any other vacation: Its what you make of it. Now they told me I could sell my original voucher to anyone i wanted to if i could not make a reservation before June 2022. 0000659010 00000 n 0000585278 00000 n NOT HAPPY. If we had canceled, it would have been a $250 change fee. Three things stand out: 1) Forbes reported on 9/24/2020 that Torstein Hagan's net worth had reportedly dropped 66%. The price was slightly higher, so we have $2400pp to pay in November 2021. They and we are in uncharted waters. Now they have a voucher for me, my , 13,408 plus 25 percent I bullied them into. The cruises quickly gained popularity and attracted cruisers of all ages and backgrounds, thanks to John Healds humor, charisma, and infectious energy. Since you only paid $14K, I'll assume you were on a short cruise of under 35-days, so the cancellation terms were: Here is what happens: 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. For river cruises, tipping recommendations vary depending on your location. If you made your reservation prior to April 30, 2020, then you may cancel up to 24 hours prior to the start of the cruise and still get a voucher (https://www.vikingcruises.com/risk-free-guarantee-through-april-2020.html?_ga=2.151639482.2037751566.1603814687-1589527027.1603064073). 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It serves little purpose in this crazy world. 0000658448 00000 n Viking Line advises the traveler to get a travel insurance that includes cancellation protection in the event of illness or accident. CC Help Jenn But before I boarded the Venus, outbreaks of COVID-19 had been reported on other cruise ships with similarly strict policies. 0000057816 00000 n Ocean cruises have similar options, though exact room sizes and features will vary. Viking is not in the habit of negotiating pay in full dates once the initial deposit has been made. After the voucher amount is removed. That's the best approach. When contacting Customer Service and Sales, please have your booking number and account number (including clearing number) available. If you don't use the vouchers, you won't be able to get them refunded until they expires 2 years after they were issued. Let's be honest. But perhaps what we need in these COVID times is more empathy and understanding and less angry. We've already got tickets with Delta for our cruise next January. That might not interest every traveler, but if youre interested in the inner workings of a major cruise vessel, its well worth the time. He (actually they) did not "mislead" me, "mislead" is Viking corporatespeak. 0000004508 00000 n Many thanks for your detailed explanation @duquephart, Do you have any advice for me who might rebook my May - June 2021 British Isles cruise on the Venus? We are at final payment and need to make a decision. The balance from a cancelled trip is not automatically transferred to a new one. But by then, the price increase had claimed the voucher plus an extra $628. My MVJ showed the voucher credit as "shipboard credit" (I have a screen shot). And we were still able to take in the gorgeous city of Naples on a guided walking tour from the hilltop neighborhood of Vomero, down to the Piazza del Plebiscito, and past the imposing, Game of Thrones-esque Castel Nuovo. Millions of travelers rely on Cruise Hive in the United States, Europe, Australia, and around the world. 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. 'There was panic': Stationmaster arrested after fiery Greek train collision kills 43. Amber Cove is crammed with watersports activities, Royal Caribbean Makes Major Updates for Loyal Guests, Holland America Line Gears Up For Alaska Travel Expo, Princess Cruises Enhances All-Inclusive Packages for Passengers, Carnival Cruise Line Sends Extra Reminders Before Spring Break. No deductions are made of boats, those will be returned to your boat balance once you have made your refund application. Full Fare is defined as the full cost of any cruise, land or air component purchased from Viking. Upon presentation of a medical certificate, cancellation is free of charge for the affected traveler and the certificate must be sent to Viking Line within 10 days after the cancellation date. Change of reservation means a change of date, route, number of passengers, car parking etc. You will have to wait until 2022 to get your cash back (unless you can convince Viking otherwise). I will be 72 by then and while I was planning a trip since september, 2018, my husband passed away, I changed the trip. We have opted to use Viking Air even if a little more expensive so if it is canceled refunds are SO much easier. The most obvious: Pay for the Silver Spirits beverage package, which offers unlimited beers, cocktails, premium wines, juices, espresso drinks, and mineral water for the entire cruise. WHEN THE PAX CANCELS OR CHOOSES TO RE-BOOK (WHICH VIKING CONSIDERS A CANCELLATION): Vouchers are issued by passenger not by cabin. 62 0 obj <> endobj xref But, Viking will continue to have a cash crunch into 2021 and 2022, as will the other lines. Unclear. 0000018268 00000 n 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. 0000003206 00000 n Listen to Martin, FDA experts recommend RSV vaccines for adults, How a former monk is becoming a Hollywood A-lister, This is what keeps Jennifer Aniston up at night, People are sharing their worst dates and we cant, Justin Bieber cancels remaining dates on world, Kiss plans final concerts ever in band's New York, Jay Leno shows off his 'brand new face' after, Need to know: You probably missed these key, Traveling internationally? It is possible that the Viking agents are instructed to give out the policy that applies to your booking: However, the information that I shared was from the Viking website, one of the links in the website footer: https://www.vikingcruises.com/risk-free-guarantee.html. Photo Courtesy: Nassau Cruise Port. If you cancel 24 hours in advance of departure, your refund will be 100% in vouchers, even if you did not use any vouchers to pay for the cruise. TRAVEL + LEISURE is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Co., registered in the United States and other countries. Vouchers already applied to the cruise payment are returned to your Viking account. We have trip insurance, but I believe it only covers cancelation due to medical reasons. Closing arguments begin in Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial, Top NFL draft prospect wanted in connection to fatal Georgia crash, Attorney general: Fentanyl 'unleashed on purpose' by Mexican drug cartels, Where is Hoda Kotb on 'Today?' Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. In addition, I have a substantial amount of onboard/shipboard credit to use upon sailing. Standard features like heated bathroom floors and high-quality wooden deck furniture really help the cruise line stand out from its competitors (and no, we havent received payment from Viking for this piece). During each port of call, guests can explore the destinations with a short walk from their ships dock. Just make sure to make an effort! 60% of Full Fare. I can assure you that if I opt for a full refund I will get one. NFL's 'Sodfather' explains what went wrong with Super Bowl 57 field. 1 to see and shop Dubai again. I hope it survives and is not bought out. 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We had special OBC's on it, and some good discounts. trailer <]/Prev 839367>> startxref 0 %%EOF 111 0 obj <>stream In most cases, only those requesting a refund will have to do so by directly contacting the cruise line. Every single taxi driver talked about Expo 2020 with such pride. 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. It was all done on the same day. Given the luxurious nature of the Viking vessels, its easy to understand why a traveler would want to stay on the boat. Are we enabling white nationalism by staying on Twitter? If things go wonky better to let Viking Air deal with it. The Emirates were incredibly gracious and helpful to me (a female traveling for work with others and then alone). tX/a(c`:'z}c l~&9p!Dfe9 https://www.vikingrivercruisescanada.com/my-trip/current-sailings/index.html. As one of the apps reviewers puts it: This app is an essential tool for getting the most out of your cruise.. I hope you get to go. Were not doing any pre or post for this cruise. I am angry at viking as well. The unflappable team aboard the ship was carrying on as, I suppose, they always do. The vessel will then sail to La Romana in the Dominican Republic. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, After 24 months, if you are unable to use your. Guests sailing the rivers in December can experience the traditional European Christmas markets and see the cities in a new way while enjoying local holiday treats and hot mulled wine, our source notes. Many travelers play it safe, sticking with contemporary American fare at the buffet, but our Viking source strongly recommended exploring all of the ships culinary options. I expect that it will continue to be extended month by month for the next few months at least: That is why Viking is offering a limited-time offerthe most flexible of any cruise lineso that you can plan your voyage with peace of mind. Jun 03, 2020 at 4:02 pm. This is one of those *truly* once in a lifetime events. 0000585952 00000 n The 'Viking Venus' at anchor in Santorini. For us, the airlines wound up canceling the flights, so we got the credit. Before I'd had the chance to get breakfast, Clancy made the disappointing announcement that "there is no clearance for guests to go ashore," attributing the decision to "local health authorities here in Malta" and the spread of the omicron variant on the island. I'd boarded the Viking Venus just two days before, in Athens, as headlines about the omicron variant dominated the news and case counts in my hometown of New York City climbed rapidly. `)Y The first port of call is Bonaire, a small island in the southern Caribbean known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and fantastic coral reefs. 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). Which date are you going? We are thinking of cancelling the trip. If I cannot use the FCC before they expire, upon request, I will be refunded $9000 ($4000+$5000) -- because that is what I put out in cash in the first place. 0000618755 00000 n Viking Ocean Cruises provide Freyja shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body-wash, replenished daily; frequent cruisers say that the high-quality products are one of the best perks of every trip. Travel + Leisure magazine may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Right now, I'm with Dee. Given what is at stake (a lot of money! We "lost" the first time and "won" the second time. b ` endstream endobj 63 0 obj <>>> endobj 64 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 595.276 841.89]/Type/Page/PieceInfo>/PageUIDList<0 211>>/PageWidthList<0 595.276>>>>>>>> endobj 65 0 obj <> endobj 66 0 obj <>stream Long story short, I prevailed. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Planning in advance should help you avoid a costly mistake (or embarrassing faux pas). Travel + Leisure is published by Meredith Corporation under license from Travel + Leisure Co. I paid $5000 using an FCC and $5000 on my credit card. I was in the first round of cancellations. Your fare includes a shore excursion in each port of call (including all port charges and government taxes), onboard meals with beer and wine, Wi-Fi access, self-service laundry, spa access, and 24-hour room service. Once you choose a voucher, it remains a voucher until it spent or expires. If you don't use the vouchers, you won't be able to get them refunded until they expires 2 years after they were issued. I have my heart set on being at the Dubai World Fair in Dec 2021. 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Youll also want to check out Manfredis Italian Restaurant and The Chefs Table, the cruise lines premium restaurants. Nothing. I want to be there for 2 weeks. Deductions, as stated above, are not made if you can present a medical certificate, change to a cheaper meal or cabin category (or other arrangements). Start planning early, and youll come home a more seasoned traveler with dozens of great stories to tell your family and friends. 0000670737 00000 n Many people took their vouchers for 2020 cruises, and applied them to 2021 and 2022 cruises. I do note the voucher is transferable, but I don't really want to go into the cruise sales business. You are quoting old information from the first round of cancellations. CC Help Jenn The unprecedented drought in Europe means that cruising on rivers like the Rhine and the Danube looks set to be "a thing of the past." As water levels drop, more and more tourist destinations are . 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). 0000001981 00000 n 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. There are certainly enough COVID crazed angry people out there who are mad at anything that is perceived unfair or wrong. By mid-2021, the cash collected and rolled forward in 2020 will be gone. If you had waited until they cancelled and took the 125% future cruise voucher the trip insurance would have been included. 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. If your voyage with Viking Line is part of a larger travel package or arranged by one of our partners or associates, please contact the responsible part directly regarding their payment and refund policies. .All funds were returned,except what we paid Viking for trip insurance. We all just have to be patient! Europe's Danube River is a frequent route for Viking River Cruises. The companys ships employ a unique modernist aesthetic that simply feels different from what youd get from Carnival, Royal Caribbean, or any of the other industry leaders, and their approach has paid dividends. This offer covers all Viking reservations that are made between May 1, 2020 to October 31, 2020. Located in the Explorers Lounge, Mamsens serves traditional Scandinavian fare inspired by Ragnhild Hagen Viking Chairman Torstein Hagens mother, or Mamsen, as she was known to the family, our source wrote. Odyssey trip in Sept. 2022! I have a cruise booked for summer 2021 that is essentially a rebooking of the same cruise we had planned for summer 2020. This is a point of great confusion for me. Given the circumstances, using a knowledgeableagent is essential. 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. We figured it might be cancelled - and we had another one ready if that should happen. There are two matrices depending on the length of your voyage. Powered by Invision Community. Baggage & Personal Items But as I tucked into a dinner of Norwegian salmon and we sailed onward to our final port of Civitavecchia, near Rome, I worried about whether our whole ship was destined to spend the next few weeks in quarantine. We decided to wait. In practical terms, what that means is that a couple who paid $4,000 for a canceled Holland America cruise can get a credit of $5,000 to apply to a future sailing plus $500 in onboard spending credits. They are as scared as we are of covid. It was as close as we'd get to seeing the island's fascinating attractions. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. Viking pocketed that . Very easy to use. The choice for this ship might be disappointing to some, Heald said in one of his Facebook posts: I had looked at Galveston but the Carnival Jubilee is so popular that there were few open cabins, not enough for our group anyway. An easy approach is to sign up for the Viking Weekly, an online newsletter with recommendations, itinerary spotlights, videos, and more. Surely. Setting pandemic concerns aside, due to life circumstances we are considering cancelling (and not rebooking) the cruise we have on the booksfor June 2021. If youve cruised before, you know that Viking cruises arewell, expensive. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. As a result, Viking Cruises offer incredible itineraries with unmatched onboard amenities. These conditions primarily applies to bookings containing 130 persons where none of the criteria for cancellation condition 2 are met. Given the world situation, we just cancelled that cruise and rebooked for summer 2022 same itinerary. 0000026368 00000 n Unlike a government, they cannot print money. I canceled just before they did , and I received my 50 percent refund. Prices vary depending on the length of the cruise, but for around $19.95 per night per guest, youll never have to worry about what youre spending. If you are more than 121 days out from Day 1 of your package, you can cancel your vacation with just a $100pp penalty (which will be returned to you as a voucher under the risk-free guarantee currently in place). Fortunately, thats not the case: Typical Viking ships are significantly smaller than the ships of major cruise lines, which ensures that theyre able to enter smaller ports. Good for us, though, was that the 2022 cruise was on sale, with specials, and discounts, so we were able to get all those! 0000550657 00000 n `)Y He flat out lied to me. KyOh, October 19, 2020 in River Cruising. what happens with your (non-Viking) plane tickets? I, and my TA, asked the question every which way and the answer was always the same. . Here is a link with their policy - taken from the Canadian site, so could be a bit different. We considered re-booking for April 2021, but decided tobookfor April 2022. Viking ocean and river ships, however, differ in size and number of venues. LauraS Thats our date. Exceptions to this payment policy apply for cruise tours more than 35 days, including Viking's World & Grand Cruises which require a 20% deposit of the Full Fare at time of booking the cruise tour. 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