Would our only option be another voucher? 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. Squakman - we'll hope to see you April 7 in Barcelona then! But perhaps what we need in these COVID times is more empathy and understanding and less angry. 0000014758 00000 n 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. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By 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. For river cruises, tipping recommendations vary depending on your location. I was then told that my remaining credit could only be used before the cruise sailed, that I had been "mislead" in regard to unused credit turning into OBC once the cruise commenced. Modified Date: Feb 28, 2023. By When inclement weather or other delays strand you in. 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. 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. LauraS 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. (Blame COVID-19 not the guy from "Footloose."). The Fosses rebooked their cruise for this April. An easy approach is to sign up for the Viking Weekly, an online newsletter with recommendations, itinerary spotlights, videos, and more. The voucher offers states: What constitutes "unable to use"? Free expert cruise tips and news from Cruise Hive! 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. The worst thing you can do is clutter up your quarters with unnecessary items. Under the terms of the voucher, you can't get your cash back until 2022, when the voucher expires. I'm not predicting anything, and I don't have any inside info. Ocean cruises have similar options, though exact room sizes and features will vary. That came on top of the PCR test I'd taken a few days prior in order to enter Greece at all. Drawing its name from the capital of the Faroe Islands, Torshavn is a lively music venue inspired by the romantic jazz lounges of 1940s Hollywood, and its an ideal spot for pre-dinner drinks and after-dinner entertainment, a Viking representative tells us. We are at final payment and need to make a decision. 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. Our original Viking cruise was booked for July 2020. Viking Line advises the traveler to get a travel insurance that includes cancellation protection in the event of illness or accident. The, How to stop the next police killing? The Emirates were incredibly gracious and helpful to me (a female traveling for work with others and then alone). Of course, if you miss a stop, you can still enjoy the cities: Vikings Culture Curriculum program provides onboard performances and lectures from artists, musicians, and historians, along with authentic culinary demonstrations.. 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. CC Help Jenn By We are thinking of cancelling the trip. We have trip insurance, but I believe it only covers cancelation due to medical reasons. Started June 21, 2021, By Cruise lines are similarly rigid in sticking to their schedules, but even infrequent travelers know that airlines aren't quite so dependable. Cruise Hive was established back in 2008 and among the earliest blogs in the industry. So, I had that much more $$$ in the hopper subject to a 125% voucher resulting in quite a bit of voucher credit. Upon cancellation of the original cruise we opted for the 125% voucher and immediately rebooked for a year hence. Please note that the sum expires in six/twelve months if not used. 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. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Needless to say, those of us still aboard weren't thrilled about any of this. We are thinking of cancelling the trip. Unclear. Also - I LOVED the shopping in Dubai. Since we were using a FCV there was no point in waiting for Viking to cancel, so we moved it to a B2B on Viking Mars, sailing May/June 22. 1 to explore the world fair. It is basically like starting over. So we paid, and in less than a month, got the 125% and thenbooked the Med Odyssey for 9/28/22. Unlike a government, they cannot print money. Since you only paid $14K, I'll assume you were on a short cruise of under 35-days, so the cancellation terms were: 2) In 2018it was reported that Viking Cruises had raised $975 million dollars in 5% senior secured notes, and 275 million at 5.875%. Offers may be subject to change without notice. They and we are in uncharted waters. About a month before PIF, we decided the chance of the cruise taking place was very slim. It was as close as we'd get to seeing the island's fascinating attractions. 0000003926 00000 n Isnt it funny. These are limited capacity and can only be booked once onboard, so talk to the guest services team once you arrive and watch your Viking Daily newsletter to make sure you can secure your spot.. Second, other markets --AU, NZ, UK, etc-- have different rules. However, Viking offers a few apps to make your cruise more enjoyable, and if you dont install them, youll miss out. Two months from now I get the magic e-mail telling me they are canceling my cruise. Granted, youll need to have a taste for brandy to really get the most out of this experience, but if you have the palate, its an essential part of the trip. 60% of Full Fare. 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. Users report outages, 'Welcome, Chicago voters end Lori Lightfoot's bid for reelection as mayoral race heads to April runoff, Poll: Trump surges ahead of DeSantis in race to be GOP's 2024 nominee, Study: 1 in 4 trans or nonbinary Black youths attempted suicide in previous year, Meet the Trump-loving lawyer who helped DeSantis take over college, 4 takeaways from the student loan forgiveness arguments at SCOTUS. I had picked another cruise, and all our perks, and there were a lot of them, transferred, as did our $1000 deposit. Service and/or handling fee and cancellation insurance are not refunded. Each stateroom on Viking Longships and Vikings ocean ships have a refrigerator, and a corkscrew is also available onboard.. 0000005059 00000 n 0000016867 00000 n 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. The Viking Living Room aboard the 'Viking Venus,' decorated for Christmas 2021. I haven't been to a mall in the US, pre-covid, in years. We had paid in full at booking to get a discount. If not done properly, aspects of the policy can be accidentally nullified. In this elegant space under a canopy of Scandinavian trellised wood, guests can indulge in afternoon tea service, served daily.. 0000562482 00000 n Jim - We booked a River/Ocean combo aboard the Sun, which would have sailed at the end of May 21. 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. `)Y Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. IF if is Viking doing the canceling and if you accept the 125% FCC voucher. Hence our Med. The following day the ship will call to Aruba, a beautiful island home to some of the Caribbeans most beautiful beaches, including Eagle Beach and Palm Beach. Too much to expect I imagine. Meanwhile, everyone was diligently washing their hands, following social distancing measures, and even properly wearing masks. So another voucher only, or the monies we paid for the original cruise? Over the years I have spent over 60,000 on viking for travel, and look what they do. After the voucher amount is removed. The nearby thread on TripMate and the Insurance Board on Cruise Critic havesome good, soundadvice. Given the circumstances, using a knowledgeableagent is essential. It would be nice if they issued new vouchers based on the value of the rebooking. CRUISE HIVE LTD 2008-2023. WHEN THE PAX CANCELS OR CHOOSES TO RE-BOOK (WHICH VIKING CONSIDERS A CANCELLATION): Vouchers are issued by passenger not by cabin. Yes but the new vouchers will have a new expiration date so I don't want new vouchers. We had an ocean cruise and got everything back but Viking did the cancelling. 0144983-8, PB 166, AX-22101 Mariehamn, land, Finland, Passenger tickets without cabin, Stockholm<>Turku, Information regarding the coronavirus situation, Breakfast at Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Gamla Stan Old Town has both grandeur and comfort in its streets, Norrmalm and stermalm shopping for pleasure, Sdermalm warmth and comfort in the heart of Stockholm, Delicious treat at Chokladfabriken caf-shop, Park Inn by Radisson Central Hotel Tallinn, StockholmHelsinki or vice versa, round trip, StockholmTurku or vice versa, round trip, HelsinkiTallinn or vice versa, round trip, Flavours from the Swedish Culinary Team's silver menu, Archipelago Spa & Wellness on Viking Glory, Family break is time for everyone to enjoy, Energy consumption and minimising emissions into the air, Data protection description: Feedback and Claims, Data protection description: Safety and Security, Conditions for the availability of vessels, Transport of weapons and ammunition on board, Key rights under Package Travel Directive EU 2015/2302, 10% the price of the trip, minimum SEK 200 / Euro 20, 25% the price of the trip, minimum SEK 200 / Euro 20, 95% the price of the trip, minimum SEK 200 / Euro 20. As with all other aspects of your cruise, the trick is to plan ahead. Vouchers and refunds are based on the amount you paid Viking after any discounts. NOT HAPPY. 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. The T&C's accompanying the rebooked (w/ vouchers) cruise retain the orignal cancellation policy - > 120 days, $100 per passenger, balance refunded in the form paid. 0000585547 00000 n Stu, I noticed on my Viking invoice that it included a date specific link for my booking. We make sure cruisers are fully prepared for their cruise vacation with tips on ships and ports. Long story short I was also able to negotiate substantial OBC. Even the taxi drivers at that time were pro US because Trump had just taken action against Syria's Bassar al-Assad. 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BAwas very accommodating. 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 can try but it is a long shot. 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. 0000012621 00000 n We've already got tickets with Delta for our cruise next January. CC Help Jenn It's like they plucked out of every city the best regional chain and plopped it down in Dubai. We had tickets for a Nov. 2020cruise. The date will be clearly stated in the e-mail; it is not a flexible date. Now they have my money and I have a useless piece of paper. Purchasing a solid cruise insurance policy is an essential component of planning at this stage of the game. That said, I still want to believe, with the help of a good insurance policy, that Viking will pull through. Twitchly, May 7, 2021 in Viking Ocean. Hoping and waiting for our December 2021 cruise has kept my sanity through the pandemic! Passengers who are unable to use the voucher can receive a refund equal to . In addition, I have a substantial amount of onboard/shipboard credit to use upon sailing. Have to wait it out. "), 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. If youre on an ocean cruise, you can actually take a tour of the bridge and galley, but youll need to act quickly in order to get a spot. Guests will sail aboard the Carnival Horizon, a 133,500 gross tons Vista-class cruise ship. 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. On the cruise, guests can attend various events and activities hosted by John Heald himself. We have a river cruise, Tulips and Windmills, on Viking in April. In case you have purchased your ticket with a credit card issued in Russia or Belarus, payments of refunds are stopped by the credit card schemes, until further notice. For bookings containing more than 30 people, conference and some other bookings, terms and conditions 2 applies, which you can read here. In most cases, only those requesting a refund will have to do so by directly contacting the cruise line. 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. The latest version of the confirmation is valid. We applied the credit for a Nov. 2021 cruise, fingers are crossed about this one. if you have any 125% vouchers, they will be refunded less the 25% bonus. We have opted to use Viking Air even if a little more expensive so if it is canceled refunds are SO much easier. Ocean cruisers wont want to miss out on Torshavn. . 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. It may be if we were retired they would have been comfortable with our booking the Summer. "Well, my mother told me to grab limes and tequila and make margaritas.". I'm glad, Dozens die daily waiting for donor organs. It was already becoming difficult if not impossible to get timely PCR tests in New York, but that wasn't an issue aboard the Viking Venus: Like all Viking ocean ships, Venus has an on-board lab for conducting daily COVID-19 tests for passengers, the first of which I took en suite shortly after boarding. nr. 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. Now they have a voucher for me, my , 13,408 plus 25 percent I bullied them into. That doesnt necessarily make them a great value. Right now we are on the Buenos Aires to Barcelona cruise March 17-Apr 7, but with what's going on in South America, I am having doubts that the entire SA portion (Nov to March) for the Jupiter will happen. Our travel service can transfer the balance. 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. Theirsituation has to beperilous. If youve cruised before, you know that Viking cruises arewell, expensive. Does anyone know Vikings refund policy on river cruises? 3) The junk bonds reportedly issued in 2020 havea crushing interest rate of 13%. That's the best approach. Here is how it works for US pax. We held off canceling, paid off all three cruises as well as booked shore excursions and Silver Spirits in anticipation of Viking cancelling. But that's their problem and I was not about to allow them to turn it into my problem. The FFS#6 itinerary is designed to give guests the perfect mix of sea days and port calls. I can only speak to what just occurred for us the past days. Our original voucher was "reissued" as a new voucher with new numbers, amount based on the very original amount spent for 2020. When you are covered by the Risk-Free Guarantee you may change your cruise reservation with notification to Viking. Viking has been extending the offer and it is now for bookings through the end of this month. It serves little purpose in this crazy world. 0000006223 00000 n 0000658448 00000 n Your confirmation indicates the terms and conditions that apply to your booking. The 'Viking Venus' at anchor in Santorini. Known initially as Bloggers Cruises, the FFS cruises were created to bring together John Healds blog followers and give them a chance to cruise together and have fun. Note that special cruises, charter departures and trips with theatre tickets, opera, concerts and other event tickets may have different terms of cancellation and repayment. Europe's Danube River is a frequent route for Viking River Cruises. Viking Line Abp, org. 0000005312 00000 n 0000010527 00000 n 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. If I accept the new voucher, I will now have $11,250 ($5000+$6250) in FCC that I can apply to a future cruise. For the best possible time, youll want to be flexible. They want to put on a grand show for the world. So it works both ways. As one of the apps reviewers puts it: This app is an essential tool for getting the most out of your cruise.. 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. 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. The FFS#6 promises to be one of the most exciting cruises of 2024. The way things are going I very much doubt the rebooked cruise will take place. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. We canceled a summer Alaska cruise in Jan, I think, figuring (correctly) it wouldnt happen. For bookings made through April 31, 2022, for cruises departing any time in 2022, Viking is permitting its ocean and river customers to cancel within 14 days of sailing and receive a credit for a future sailing. 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. 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. 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. If youve got money to burn, you wont be disappointed by the premium suites on a Viking cruise. 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. 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. %PDF-1.4 % Here is a link with their policy - taken from the Canadian site, so could be a bit different. 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. 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. We "lost" the first time and "won" the second time. I was in the first round of cancellations. tX/a(c`:'z}c l~&9p!Dfe9 You can expect to pay several thousand dollars for your trip (although rates vary greatly by route and month), which seems costly compared to the $500-600 rates youd find from other cruise companies. Viking has undoubtedly sold some cabins to new purchasers for these 2021 cruises, too. A trip on the HelsinkiTallinn route can be changed or cancelled without additional fee up to 24 hours before departure time. Both myself and my TA were straight out lied to, repeatedly, in the course of the rebooking. 0000003206 00000 n 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. 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. 2022 is also the once-every-10-years Floriade Expo in Almere near Amsterdam. We immediately rebooked a different Viking cruise. The 125% voucher is available only if Viking cancels. what happens with your (non-Viking) plane tickets? Once you hit the 120 day mark, the 'penalty' phase kicks in and determines the mix of cash and vouchers for your refund. If youre a savvy traveler, you probably know about Viking Cruises. Best case is that Viking cancels all those SA cruises, but likely well after finalpayment. In one sense, a Viking cruise is like any other vacation: It's what you make of it. Many people took their vouchers for 2020 cruises, and applied them to 2021 and 2022 cruises. 100% of Full Fare. 0000008306 00000 n 85% of Full Fare. We were due to arrive at the island the following morning, Dec. 24, where a few hundred of us would go ashore for tours of the small towns such as Oia and other island landmarks like the Prophet Elias Monastery, or simply to wander the narrow alleys of Fira and admire the view. For all air-inclusive packages cancelled after issuance of an airline ticket, the air portion of the refund, if any, will be processed only after the return of airline ticket. Risk-Free Guarantee: How it Works. Each airline has a different policy. Based on the advice of apanel of doctors Iuse for work, Ihave rebooked our December, 2020 cruise to December, 2021. 0000017506 00000 n In other words, youll have plenty of opportunities to expand your knowledge of world cultures. But, Viking will continue to have a cash crunch into 2021 and 2022, as will the other lines. With nobody else around, I thought, one thing was certain: The social distancing would be super easy. We rebooked for July 2021. There are two matrices depending on the length of your voyage. Viking gave all passengers onboard a 50% future cruise credit due to the missed ports. Viking. How will Viking continue to pay staffand meet expenses? The FFS cruise will set sail on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship in February 2024. Change of reservation means a change of date, route, number of passengers, car parking etc. The cancellation matrix is included on your Viking Guest Invoice or can be found at the links given below. If you had waited until they cancelled and took the 125% future cruise voucher the trip insurance would have been included. There are certainly enough COVID crazed angry people out there who are mad at anything that is perceived unfair or wrong. Powered by Invision Community. 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