I MADE A $5,000 MISTAKE ON MY CRUISE

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I don't make mistakes often but I did on this ccruise. I thought I did something that would have saved me thousands of dollars. so after watching this video tell me did I make a mistake or was it worth it?
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@Donsfamilyvacations 2 месяца назад

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@tod2992 2 месяца назад

Ok Don. What can you speak in a different language????

@tod3msn 2 месяца назад

The only way this “UPGRADE” works is as if you take all your meals in this floating living room/bedroom/ bathroom and never leave this floating money pit. Otherwise you obviously over paid for a cabin because it is a whole lot of space you don’t need for almost $4,000 US. Bottom line: if you are paying big bucks for a cabin you got to stay there all the time for the price to make sense.

@markm3901 2 месяца назад

Going from $250 / day for your balcony to $469 / day for your suite. I would rather take another 16 day cruise in a balcony than pay for the upgrade to the suite.

@patricec.2957 2 месяца назад

the 16 days have pass from $ 2500 to $7500, so its 3 times more expensive.

@dawnkunkel2564 2 месяца назад

Since it’s a 16 day cruise it’s $156.25 upgraded to $469.75, but I still agree with you- I’d go on another balcony cruise instead of a suite! But his room is Sweet! 😊

@marthagrant143 2 месяца назад

I've never bid on an upgrade because I have always been afraid that the new location might not be appealing to me, but that much space on a longer cruise would really be nice.

@feelosophy1921 2 месяца назад

My location means a lot to me and is enough to ruin my trip. I always select my cabin, my seats, etc. so I will not change so a family can sit together and I won't roll the dice on a blind cabin assignment.

@stephenjones-k9k 2 месяца назад

Any view on a cruise is better than the view from my home.

@angelas9467 2 месяца назад

Thank you because this just reinforces to me never ever ever been an upgrades because I've heard this story before and I can't imagine getting on a cruise in walking into a room like this

@robinbrook5624 2 месяца назад

Oh I love that suite and especially because it has a tub! I would also enjoy the balcony, think it would be fun to occasionally watch the crew.

@laurelbrennan6295 2 месяца назад

Just think, no one can see him, so he can sun in the buff he wanted to. 😎

@charllieb8067 2 месяца назад

Yeah, you never know what you'll get with an upgrade. I prefer to pick a specific cabin and stick to it. Carnival recently offered me an upgrade, and actually provided the actual upgraded cabin number. That made it easy to check it out. I stuck with my original choice.

@Girasole5849 2 месяца назад

I was going to bid for an upgrade for my last cruise…until I realized that I would not be able to pick the room location. If location is important, it is best to stick with what you can choose.

@joelroach416 2 месяца назад

Never been in a suite, so I would be thrilled with the room and balcony but not the cost. Enjoy.

@noxproductions6851 2 месяца назад

That cabin is the EXACT reason I do not do the upgrade bids! The price was pretty good though...

@dynac8012 2 месяца назад

I guess I'm weird, but I would find it interesting to be that close to the bridge.

@leonardvavra9493 2 месяца назад

I agree with you 100% about the tub. A big walk in shower would be so much better for me.

@kathyoliva6966 2 месяца назад

Hi Don! One plus on the big suite and nice ‘living room’ is maybe you and Tony could comfortably enjoy watching the Olympics one evening after a long day of excursions? I like your suite but sorry the upgrade was expensive and sorry that the balcony isn’t ideal. Enjoy!!!

@Aust-NZ-SPandtheworld 2 месяца назад

I have had too, many members who have submitted an upgrade bid only to find they were in a worse location. We never bid on an upgrade as I can't justify the added expense of already increasing costs of cruise fares.

@Nana-Lilly 2 месяца назад

We had a window cabin and bid on a balcony and won 2 days before the cruise. They gave us a handicap room which we did not request but it was huge and great.

@MsMissErin 2 месяца назад

Maybe it’s just me, but saying you made a $5000 mistake implies that you unknowingly did something that caused you to lose $5000. Not that you paid/received an upgrade you forgot you made a bid for. And got an amazing deal on it too.

@CassFan5150 2 месяца назад

Gotta get those clicks!

@darcymoon2109 2 месяца назад

The mistake was forgetting to cancel.

@lauriegrimes513 2 месяца назад

Phish and bait for views- his videos have become quite the complaint bank or lots of baiting.

@9999deoxys 2 месяца назад

true....Don you dont need to give us clickbait. you are better than that.

@chipsrafferty8362 2 месяца назад

And he is a travel agent to boot,

@kimsparks5811 2 месяца назад

Thank heavens you didn't pay full price! Have a wonderful trip anyway 😊

@vasiakurok7287 2 месяца назад

Just enjoy! Not perfect balcony but still you are the winner.

@Lindarianmusic Месяц назад

Thank you for sharing, Don: Sounds like a great bargain to me for a 16-day cruise for half of the price with an upgrade on top of it.-All my best always and happy sailing.

@donelle560 2 месяца назад

Still a good deal Don. I’ll take that price for that many days. We love watching you and Tony in your travels.

@jimdeimler3712 2 месяца назад

The reason that particular cabin was available for your upgrade is because no one wanted to book it directly. They were stuck with an empty cabin.

@greggb448 2 месяца назад

There are several cabins that don’t like that on different cruise ships. You have to be careful for what you get.

@claywood2169 2 месяца назад

One of the reasons that I like your vlogs is that you show these great looking cabins. I would not spend that kind of money on a cabin like that even with that great discount.

@joannke7727 2 месяца назад

Always remember you are on a cruise. Lucky to be there

@deborahbolton3417 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing this video with us❤

@nicolemiller4688 2 месяца назад

It is a nice suite. I didn't realize bids cost so much. Like you ssid it is 16 days.

@hiviolet007 2 месяца назад

I think it was worth it for that long of a cruise. Great deal and lots more room.😊

@judymay2536 2 месяца назад

Very nice cabin. I agree the balcony is not very good for sitting and enjoying the view

@Calendyr 2 месяца назад

I would never pay 7.5K for a cruise. Like Emma, I try to get the absolute best deal I can. If I can't find a deal, I don't sail. With that being said, your balcony is like 3 times the normal size. Move the table closer to the door and your view will be ok. The suite is nice. Not 7,5K nice, but it's better than most cabins.

@c.rizzo7 2 месяца назад

Moving the table would not be wise. The speed of the ship is moving at ~17 knots would be about 20 MPH and any wind from fore to aft would additionally increase the speed (if a 10 mph head wind would increase it to 30 Mph). Then if you take the curvature of the ship, the wind speed would be accelerated again. That is why the the table and chairs are behind the wall and glass. Who would want to be in an unobstructed Gale force wind?

@Calendyr 2 месяца назад

@@c.rizzo7 If all that is true, then just standing outside the cabin would have the same conditions, no? I have never noticed any significant wind on a ship balcony, maybe I was lucky.

@a_glacier_bear 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing this. Enjoy your trip!

@lowvizlife 2 месяца назад

That's crazy expensive, but it's nice to see these nice suites.

@Zombie-Tog 2 месяца назад

Nice to meet you in Cobh. Good luck tonight in that cabin with the weather forecast by the captain tonight Don!

@dwood4744 2 месяца назад

I would still make the best of it never been in suite and you did get a great deal enjoy the cruise 🛳 and love watching you and Tony together

@silviaeastonborges5204 2 месяца назад

Loosing $5000 is NEVER a “good deal” even if the king and queen of England are beside you…. Only good if it had included a partner of chosen sex.

@max902 2 месяца назад

That’s a really nice suite, well worth the money!

@momjeeps 2 месяца назад

I forgot I bid on an upgrade on the Alaska group cruise and wondered why you sent me a new paid in full receipt a few days before we sailed. But it was from Interior to balcony, so I was thrilled!

@sewergal1 2 месяца назад

Well Don enjoy it anyway! Thanks for the tour!

@joethecomputerguy1 3 дня назад

Exactly why I never bid on upgrades. I like my cheapest cabin on the ship approach. Inside cabin all the time unless they upgrade me for free. And oh boy do that often enough!

@texasboy5117 2 месяца назад

I really hate to say it; but the balcony is a deal killer, especially at 5,000 (CAD)!

@canadiangirl5119 2 месяца назад

I always calculate everything before I bid for an upgrade, sometimes, the cabin is not my priorities but the beverage package or better excursion is a must… I do not spend much time in my cabin…

@teresamiller5412 2 месяца назад

I have always been leary about the upgrades, we’ve done it from an inside to balcony and was pleasantly surprised. Have never tried to get a suite.

@greggb448 2 месяца назад

Enjoy your cruise I could think of worse things that could happen

@zulemasarinana9218 2 месяца назад

Enjoy your suite!! Look to the right and forget the view to the left!

@sherrydiener8688 2 месяца назад

Hi Don, Really nice cabin for a long trip.

@cindyk3281 2 месяца назад

You always make good decisions, for 16 days you're not cramped in any way. Enjoy.

@rallegra 2 месяца назад

I like the design of that suite. Looks very comfortable. If you’re with someone you both have room to stretch out.

@silviaeastonborges5204 2 месяца назад

He now needs to bid on “a someone”….

@dianehandsor2673 2 месяца назад

Hey Don. Wouldn't it be a better view on the balcony if you move your chair closer to the door. Looks good to me.

@B-ch6uk 2 месяца назад

I love the size of the cabin but that balcony is a bust. Not worth the extra $$

@AlupaNana 2 месяца назад

Hey Don, that's an unusual cabin for sure! Thanks for the review for the next guy!😂

@donnawynn9143 2 месяца назад

Totally understand!!!!! Good room but not super great. And like you said fairly good deal.

@maryschneider2060 2 месяца назад

You would think they would have sent an email to make sure you were still interested in the upgrade and require you to confirm.

@theworldthatkristysees 2 месяца назад

@maryschneider2060 With Princess, they tell you during the bid process that if you are selected, you will be automatically charged and notified of the upgrade.

@silviaeastonborges5204 2 месяца назад

That is NOT the universal rule for bidding upgrades…

@theworldthatkristysees 2 месяца назад

@@silviaeastonborges5204 I've bid on Princess upgrades a couple of times and always receive that message. I'm not sure why it's different for you.

@rhondawilson1206 2 месяца назад

Correct...for those that bid on an upgrade or as an ICE unit, in case of issues with another suite during the cruise...which happened to friends. Given no ready access to the top of the bridge for viewing...don't take her through the canal.

@tpkyterooluebeck9224 2 месяца назад

I would love to have had that room, but I too, don't really do baths. I do love that balcony as it gives me space to practice line dancing in. (No winnings to me, just in case you are still doing that.)

@RickRICKOMadill 2 месяца назад

Enjoy you paid for it!!!!!.good lesson learned!!!!

@joeseatac331 2 месяца назад

I much prefer the suite size over the less than stellar balcony. Good deal for half price.

@khill7359 2 месяца назад

Beautiful suite Don!

@lisalopez4731 2 месяца назад

Take a long relaxing bath with a drink, trust me you will love it Don. It’s soooooo chill Xx No very keen on the balcony 😮

@birbluv9595 2 месяца назад

That’s an amazing cabin!

@monicap9662 2 месяца назад

Ouch, that's an expensive oopsy. I'm sorry, but I've done something like that too. Last year, I thought I canceled a plane reservation. I didn't find out that it never happened until I started getting texts about boarding time. It was weird.

@darylshops 2 месяца назад

i'd say it was money well spent! I would be very happy with it, especially for 16 days. you can give the crew a big wave! obstructed view suite! Still not a mistake! Maybe you can go tell them you're not happy, that this is not what you bid on. Is this the trip you're on with Tony? Or are you back from Iceland, et al?

@troyj4960 2 месяца назад

I wish on upgrades they would notify you and allow you to accept or reject the upgrade rather than just automatically applying the upgrade. We recently "won" an upgrade from an inside cabin to an obstructed ocean view. When we opened the drapes we discovered the obstruction was a lifeboat that blocked 100% of the view. E might as well not had a window at all. The upgrade was not worth it except we got a bit more square footage in the cabin.

@dawncrossland3028 2 месяца назад

😩

@Stanf954 2 месяца назад

Nice suite. We had an aft suite that was very similar on Grand Princess, but the bathroom was much bigger with doorways in the bed and sitting rooms.

@CarlosLopez-tt5py 2 месяца назад

That is very luxurious, the price is rigth but is not for me , just can afford it enjoy your trip man

@randa200771 2 месяца назад

Don, I'm only a few hundred miles up the road, you could have given me a shout lol !😂

@Lynn-Alex 2 месяца назад

I love the design of the cabin!

@ivanmorley3735 2 месяца назад

Great cabin, pity about the balcony. Although to be fair, I usually only use a balcony for fresh air and GPS tracking.

@donnaschuepbach3830 2 месяца назад

Love the inside of your cabin. The balcony gets a thumbs down 👎.

@mikealbrecht6719 2 месяца назад

Had a similar suite on the Ruby princess (forward Starboard side suite (Family suite but without family)) the balacony was unusable except in port. The wind made it almost impossible to use.

@Travelgal23 2 месяца назад

That's a bummer Don!! 😮I'm picky about where I want to be so I wouldn't do that. But certainly a very nice suite ! Have a great trip ❤🛳️

@steve1la 2 месяца назад

Not knowing where You are going to be is one of the reasons I do not bid on upgrades

@johnhunady3526 2 месяца назад

We do not make bids for upgrades, we like the location of what we book and would not like to be surprize at getting what they consider an upgrade. ❤

@MomsTravelTeam 2 месяца назад

Agree. I set a certain budget and booked eith that in mind. I'll take a free upgrade though.

@cynthiareifsnider5794 2 месяца назад

I booked a sky suite on Celebrity Beyond. I am really hoping it does not have an obstructed view. Enjoy the rest of your cruise.

@jimhickling9840 2 месяца назад

Looks very much like the mini suite on regal m107/m108 but you get a better balcony on the regal.

@kevinp1904 2 месяца назад

Keep up the good work!

@angelathomas6770 2 месяца назад

Never bid for an upgrade if you don't want to spend the money. Even if you think that you will not win the bid. Also always check all of your emails if you do bid.

@teresajohnson7698 2 месяца назад

Nice suite but not for an upgrade outside. I'd rather have a regular balcony cabin than this. But enjoy your trip! 16 days is awesome!!

@rtygrest 2 месяца назад

It’s a suite without a sweet view, 🙂

@TRUTHisTRUTH70 2 месяца назад

I would love to have a tub! I don't take showers, so a shower-only is a drawback for me.

@marianneward8980 2 месяца назад

Same with me, I'm finally going to have a bathtub on my next cruise. I'm going to enjoy soaking every night in it. I'm afraid I'll never want to go back to a shower only cabin.

@dawncrossland3028 2 месяца назад

@@marianneward8980 Which cruise line has bathtubs??

@rbowman888 2 месяца назад

@@dawncrossland3028 any ships built in the last century😂😛

@dawncrossland3028 2 месяца назад

@@rbowman888 Sorry,I’ve Only Seen showers. Never bathtubs.

@marianneward8980 2 месяца назад

@@dawncrossland3028 A lot have them in their suite categories but the older Holland America ships have them in their "balcony" cabins. They call them suites but the lower level ones are just basic balconies. The specific ship I'm going on with it is the Zaandam.

@gregorymckenna6609 2 месяца назад

Had you taken the chance until you got on board you might have been able to get the “suite” for a few hundred dollars. I have done that before on another line and got a fabulous upgrade for $500.

@roarbl 2 месяца назад

i would give my right arm for a cabin like that

@TheJm129 2 месяца назад

Maybe Tony can start a gofundme account to cover the mistake!

@patriciapetty309 2 месяца назад

Too funny.

@HueManna 2 месяца назад

😂

@karenweston2714 2 месяца назад

Don, the first thing I learned watching your videos is to never bid on a cabin, and how it's worth it to pick your precise cabin because you can't control the location of the cabin or if it will have an obstructed view. I learned that from you Don. It's one of the few things you taught me that was actually useful! How are you making mistakes that you yourself were so adamant about? And it wasn't even a free upgrade you paid $5000 on top of whatever else you paid! Sad.

@pen4tenn 2 месяца назад

Sometimes you roll the dice and win and sometimes you lose. I like the cabin except for that view. I do care I could see the Captain. I think that is sort of good. I prefer the more aft locations on ships. I never do guaranteed cabins, I have bid on RC a time or two but never won a bid. We are headed to Barcelona later this year with my brother. Celebrity made a mistake on his booking, his TA caught is and to make up they gave him an aft balcony and some money back!?! I am jealous as we have been on 20 something cruises and ever had the up grade fairy visit. It is my brothers third cruise and first on Celebrity. I am trying to get him and his wife hooked on cruising.

@louisej1905 2 месяца назад

Well, live and learn. Just book my first Princess cruise and went for a balcony, but no upgrade thank you. I get seasick…

@belxsar1504 2 месяца назад

Be sure to wave to the crew each day. 😉

@davidbutton3500 2 месяца назад

If the balcony had direct access to that viewing area, that might make it better. But there is definitely a lack of privacy with that setup.

@Pitsler 2 месяца назад

“My pronounciation is awful.” That’s because the word ACTUALLY is “pronunciation”.

@vincentclausen2250 2 месяца назад

I don’t book front of ship because of the need for those wind guards. This one looks like there is a lot of space to get some air.

@ericminks121 2 месяца назад

I would love location. But to each their own.

@gregorymckenna6609 2 месяца назад

One note: cruise lines commonly advertise certain sailings with rooms costing 15-20K or more. The same cruise a couple of weeks later can be as much as 90% off. In my opinion no “suite” is worth 15-20K

@Emperorvalse 2 месяца назад

Interesting this was the same type of suite they repeatedly tried to get us to upgrade on my recent Alaska cruise.

@Missyllaneoustex 2 месяца назад

We have traveled with an obstructed view to have a better price. That really helps our bank acct 😊 It was Princess to Alaska. The beds are the best of the 4 cruislines we have traveled with. I think Princess is my favorite. I like the service and the ship . Class and comfort.

@karenross4706 2 месяца назад

Hi Don. I think it’s nice but now they have a single traveler in a cabin made for 3 people. Plus, I wouldn’t choose a suite…I’d rather spend the extra money on another cruise or two. But I hope you enjoy it! Have a great time.

@lindahaas385 2 месяца назад

Wow! Neat! The balcony isn’t that bad. You still have quite a view. Enjoy!

@annieclifford9337 2 месяца назад

Don your a Very Rich man no need to worry and this is good click Bate to make that up Quickly

@NeedtoSpeak 2 месяца назад

Amen. No truer words have ever been spoken!

@TheTeh3505 2 месяца назад

I love the inside, but the balcony is not up to a Suite standard.

@dmoniquerenee 2 месяца назад

Cheer Up! An upgrade for $3,500 USD or 5K CAD is not alot for 16-days. I love privacy and agree this suite did not offer any. How many days / times were in the 16 days was the CREW working outside you balcony?