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If thats not to your interests, you could always relax with a nice afternoon tea. Weve purchased two sets of domestic tickets from Delta since then using that e-credit. trailer <]/Prev 839367>> startxref 0 %%EOF 111 0 obj <>stream As a private resort destination for Carnival, Amber Cove is crammed with watersports activities, dining opportunities, shopping, shore excursions, and fun attractions. Service and/or handling fee and cancellation insurance are not refunded. 89-60. Call Delta. I can only speak to what just occurred for us the past days. On 10/15/2020 at 11:06 AM, duquephart said: On 10/15/2020 at 7:52 PM, Cienfuegos said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Make a list of planned expenditures, then do the math to see whether you can justify the Silver Spirits package. Updates. For the best possible time, youll want to be flexible. (Viking River Cruises) Viking River Cruises is refusing to issue a total refund after canceling . nr. 0000658714 00000 n There are certainly enough COVID crazed angry people out there who are mad at anything that is perceived unfair or wrong. A significant number of occupied cabins won't produce any new revenue. An easy approach is to sign up for the Viking Weekly, an online newsletter with recommendations, itinerary spotlights, videos, and more. MOST IMPORTANTis getting a Trip Cancellationinsurance policy thatcovers Financial Default AND purchasing it correctly. 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. Very easy to use. I have a cruise booked for summer 2021 that is essentially a rebooking of the same cruise we had planned for summer 2020. OxnPPYeC% To be covered by this guarantee, you must make a reservation on a 2022 voyage between November 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. @Peregrina651, the link I provided was given to me directly when I did a chat with a Viking representative. 0000562482 00000 n We immediately rebooked a different Viking cruise. Published on January 7, 2022. 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. LauraS If youre an active person (or if youre planning to adopt a slightly more active lifestyle during a two- or three-week cruise), a less expensive stateroom could save you a tremendous amount of money. Please note that the sum expires in six/twelve months if not used. That might not interest every traveler, but if youre interested in the inner workings of a major cruise vessel, its well worth the time. 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. Viking Cruises' Risk-Free Guarantee Policy NEW [Temporary] Policy: . Co-hosts address her absence. 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. 0000003926 00000 n Brian Thomas is a professional writer with over 15 years of experience. 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. 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). (Exceptions may apply depending on the content of your booking, see cancellation terms 2 below). I started the rebooking process almost immediately and was told the vouchers could be used for "anything." 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. Weve already got tickets with Delta for our cruise next January. 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). Part of the fun of a cruise is getting away from the stresses of your everyday life, and for many of us, that means turning off the smartphone for a while. They and we are in uncharted waters. Viking refund policy is the same for Oceans, River and Expeditions. 0000585278 00000 n The 'Viking Venus' at anchor in Santorini. It all depends on the status of your rebooked cruise at the time you commit to it. The Fosses rebooked their cruise for this April. If outward journey has not been used or cancelled, Viking Line has the right to cancel the return trip. We had a final payment on a river cruise due in March. When I was in Dubaifor work and then a week of play, unexpectedly , I had so much fun! 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?' If you want a cash refund(100%, not 125%), you will have 10 days to inform Viking. Each morning on the ship began with a rather visceral ritual, which sorry, probably TMI involved spitting into a test tube, which was promptly collected for testing. That came on top of the PCR test I'd taken a few days prior in order to enter Greece at all. The voucher offers states: What constitutes "unable to use"? How have you all dealt with plane tickets for canceled cruises? Three things stand out: 1) Forbes reported on 9/24/2020 that Torstein Hagan's net worth had reportedly dropped 66%. The Risk-Free Guarantee allows guests to change their cruise date up until 24 hours before their planned departureand Viking will waive any fees. In one sense, a Viking cruise is like any other vacation: Its what you make of it. Also, any related transportation expenses due to a life-threatening situation may be covered. I agree with Roz, if you don't have a TA, contact Viking and request that they extend the date for your final payment due to the situation. As for the other items of value, it may depend on your negotiating skills. It is up to the individual airlines how they will handle cancellations. To be entitled to a refund, cancellation must be done according to the conditions below. plus 125% of any further payments you have made to the second cruise? I have my heart set on being at the Dubai World Fair in Dec 2021. 0000017377 00000 n Implied, I think. If things go wonky better to let Viking Air deal with it. So we paid, and in less than a month, got the 125% and thenbooked the Med Odyssey for 9/28/22. 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. So another voucher only, or the monies we paid for the original cruise? Full Fare is defined as the full cost of any cruise, land or air component purchased from Viking. Unclear. Which date are you going? As with all other aspects of your cruise, the trick is to plan ahead. Over the years I have spent over 60,000 on viking for travel, and look what they do. KyOh, October 19, 2020 in River Cruising. `)Y 0000585547 00000 n Once you hit the 120 day mark, the 'penalty' phase kicks in and determines the mix of cash and vouchers for your refund. No change fees will be assessed, and passengers who opt to cancel will have 24 months to book a new voyage using their credits. 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. 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. A simple place to start: Mamsens, a chic deli located on every Viking ocean cruise ship. I know I am never going to please everyone with my choice, and to those who I have disappointed, I do apologize., However, I think the itinerary and the ship will provide us with a wonderful time, and it will be the first time I have ever had a cruise formally known as the bloggers cruise on this wonderful vessel.. Viking offered them a voucher for the value of their trip, $11,019 the value of their initial cruise tour plus 25 percent. The FFS#6 promises to be one of the most exciting cruises of 2024. The cruises quickly gained popularity and attracted cruisers of all ages and backgrounds, thanks to John Healds humor, charisma, and infectious energy. However. 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. 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. Too much to expect I imagine. I hope you get to go. Twitchly, May 7, 2021 in Viking Ocean. 0000004508 00000 n We have a river cruise, Tulips and Windmills, on Viking in April. 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. 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 (Blame COVID-19 not the guy from "Footloose."). That's the best approach. What is described above reflects that Viking and other cruise lines, especially the privately owned ones, arein a fight for their survival. Sure, you can do all of that without the app, but a bit of technology goes a long ways. 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? Powered by Invision Community. Cancelation by Viking? 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. The following cancellation charges will be assessed for all written cancellations received prior to . Veranda suites are smaller (275 square feet), but feature large private bathrooms, climate controls, 40-inch flat-panel TVs, and various other amenities. Europe's Danube River is a frequent route for Viking River Cruises. I was in the first round of cancellations. 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.