But by then, the price increase had claimed the voucher plus an extra $628. 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. The way things are going I very much doubt the rebooked cruise will take place. Service or handling fee and cancellation insurance are not refunded. The latest version of the confirmation is valid. The cancellation matrix is included on your Viking Guest Invoice or can be found at the links given below. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By The FFS Cruises have become a tradition among Carnival Cruise Line fans since their launch in 2007. I paid $5000 using an FCC and $5000 on my credit card. We have a river cruise, Tulips and Windmills, on Viking in April. 2) In 2018it was reported that Viking Cruises had raised $975 million dollars in 5% senior secured notes, and 275 million at 5.875%. Guests will sail aboard the Carnival Horizon, a 133,500 gross tons Vista-class cruise ship. I will be 72 by then and while I was planning a trip since september, 2018, my husband passed away, I changed the trip. Unlike a government, they cannot print money. What about re-booking for April 2022? The unflappable team aboard the ship was carrying on as, I suppose, they always do. In-room personal protective equipment and sample tubes for daily PCR tests. Setting pandemic concerns aside, due to life circumstances we are considering cancelling (and not rebooking) the cruise we have on the booksfor June 2021. LauraS When the 23 WC was posted, we again moved from the B2B to the WC. 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. Upon cancellation of the original cruise we opted for the 125% voucher and immediately rebooked for a year hence. Guests will notice that some package prices have been raised considerably, between 5-30% depending on the voyage length. 62 0 obj <> endobj xref Would our only option be another voucher? Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. But, this whole game is heavily leveraged, and dependent on a resumption of cruising in early to mid-2021. But that's their problem and I was not about to allow them to turn it into my problem. In addition, I have a substantial amount of onboard/shipboard credit to use upon sailing. Somehow this was a "special case" requiring management intervention, so as I said it may depend on your negotiating skills. "Well, my mother told me to grab limes and tequila and make margaritas.". 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. I don't know if Viking is included it in their shore excursions. 0000561968 00000 n 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. 0000001981 00000 n If youve got money to burn, you wont be disappointed by the premium suites on a Viking cruise. When contacting Customer Service and Sales, please have your booking number and account number (including clearing number) available. Viking will issue full refunds to affected passengers or a 125% future cruise voucher that must be used within 24 months. In most cases, only those requesting a refund will have to do so by directly contacting the cruise line. The current invoice shows the amount paid as "voucher discount." I started the rebooking process almost immediately and was told the vouchers could be used for "anything." Started August 27, 2021, By Jim - We booked a River/Ocean combo aboard the Sun, which would have sailed at the end of May 21. 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. If thats not to your interests, you could always relax with a nice afternoon tea. "), 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 things go wonky better to let Viking Air deal with it. 85% of Full Fare. 0000659010 00000 n Aboard the Viking Venus, the line's newest ocean-going ship, Clancy was giving an orientation on Santorini, the Greek island that seems to be one of the most Instagrammed places in the world. The price was slightly higher, so we have $2400pp to pay in November 2021. Of course, the ships features might not matter if the routes were boring. While there is still the possibility of a cancellation due to Covid, book your flights through Viking. NOT HAPPY. Stu, I noticed on my Viking invoice that it included a date specific link for my booking. CC Help Jenn We applied the credit for a Nov. 2021 cruise, fingers are crossed about this one. Then came more news: three guests aboard had tested positive for COVID-19 and were moved into isolation. Twitchly, May 7, 2021 in Viking Ocean. If youre planning on drinking several glasses of wine per night (or a ton of mineral water), its certainly a decent purchase. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By The specific conditions that apply to your booking can be found in your confirmation. I was in the first round of cancellations. We had special OBC's on it, and some good discounts. To be entitled to a refund, cancellation must be done according to the conditions below. 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. Since the start, it's been our aim to provide the latest cruise news covering all the major cruise lines. KyOh, October 19, 2020 in River Cruising. Long story short, I prevailed. As a private resort destination for Carnival, Amber Cove is crammed with watersports activities, dining opportunities, shopping, shore excursions, and fun attractions. 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? Refund according to ordinary terms, also cancellation of a return trip. Answers lie, How do we heal a broken America? 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.. There are two matrices depending on the length of your voyage. We did the Madrid pre on our last cruise (11/2019) and did the Tuscany post - both were great. But whatever happens, there's . 0000562908 00000 n To be covered by this guarantee, you must make a reservation on a 2022 voyage between November 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. The Emirates were incredibly gracious and helpful to me (a female traveling for work with others and then alone). 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. 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. (There were 445 crew members aboard to look after us.) 60% of Full Fare. 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. On a Viking cruise, diners can visit any restaurant without incurring any additional charge. No deductions are made of boats, those will be returned to your boat balance once you have made your refund application. During each port of call, guests can explore the destinations with a short walk from their ships dock. `)Y The bedroom and walk-in closet of an Explorer Suite aboard the 'Viking Venus.'. 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. Second, other markets --AU, NZ, UK, etc-- have different rules. Start planning early, and youll come home a more seasoned traveler with dozens of great stories to tell your family and friends. 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. During our visit to Santorini which was as uncrowded as cruise director Clancy had predicted activities were naturally outdoors. We have now deferred our 65th birthday celebration and will hopefully get to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary. 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). 0000670737 00000 n We are at final payment and need to make a decision. I can only speak to what just occurred for us the past days. 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. 0000550588 00000 n For detailed instructions, please contact Viking Line office per email. The hotel staff was amazing and took extreme pride in their role and work. if you have any 125% vouchers, they will be refunded less the 25% bonus. 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. 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. 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. nr. 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. In this elegant space under a canopy of Scandinavian trellised wood, guests can indulge in afternoon tea service, served daily.. Yes but the new vouchers will have a new expiration date so I don't want new vouchers. The final balance is due based on offer at 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. 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. The FFS#6 promises to be one of the most exciting cruises of 2024. Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. With ocean cruise, timing is less of an issue, but youll still want to plan as far in advance as is possible. 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. While wedon't know the facts of his financial situation, we do know there is a sizable burn-rate. 0000006223 00000 n While youll want to show your gratitude to the ships staff, youll want to know what youre paying, particularly if youre traveling on a ship that doesnt use your typical currency. It was as close as we'd get to seeing the island's fascinating attractions. For us, the airlines wound up canceling the flights, so we got the credit. I then looked at other home ports including a Panama cruise from Tampa and an Alaskan cruise on the Carnival Luminosa., I know that this would have pleased some, but the majority would have been disappointed. Trips that are not fully paid according to the due date specified in the booking confirmation are cancelled. 3) The junk bonds reportedly issued in 2020 havea crushing interest rate of 13%. Thus, Viking breached its contract to provide a flight home. At least once during your sailing, the ship will offer behind-the-scenes tours of the bridge, where the captain and crew manage the direction and speed of the ship, and the galley, the kitchen, a Viking representative says. I am angry at viking as well. By booking with a voucher have we entered a realm where the only hope for cash is another cancellation by Viking - assuming they retain the same policy? Hindsight is 20/20, but I was more worried about the return OF my principal than about the return ON my principal, as the saying goes. .All funds were returned,except what we paid Viking for trip insurance. The final port of call is Amber Cove. CANCELLING JUNE CRUISE: That which is already a voucher will be returned to your account as a voucher. 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. They are as scared as we are of covid. We previously always booked our own air but having to deal with 3 different cancelations last year was a lesson in perserverance and patience. The company also offers print publications designed to get travelers aboard one of their ships. Started August 27, 2021, By 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. Published on January 7, 2022. 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 Our Viking Health & Safety Program is the same across our fleet of ocean and river vessels. Expand. Updates. It was always easy to find an uncrowded spot outdoors on deck and also in public spaces like the Viking Living Room, a center-of-the-ship lounge which became my favorite spot to people watch in the evenings, as guests roamed to and from dinner and entertainment venues like Torshavn, the late-night jazz club-slash-cabaret with triple-digit pours of Armagnac and a strict no-dancing policy. 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? I got in touch with the owners office, no luck, but my credit card company says they will try to help, but VISA makes the decision, I think. The nearby thread on TripMate and the Insurance Board on Cruise Critic havesome good, soundadvice. We had a June 2020 cruise that Viking cancelled back in April. However, once youve paid, you dont need to spend much more. Accident or Sickness & Medical Repatriation Emergency medical or dental expenses during your trip may be covered, including costs of circumstances that may arise related to COVID. 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. On 5/7/2021 at 11:15 PM, Peregrina651 said: On 5/9/2021 at 8:00 PM, CCWineLover said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Co-hosts address her absence. If we had canceled, it would have been a $250 change fee. I asked my TA pretty much the same questions and the response - directly from Viking - was that the vouchers from a canceled cruise that were applied to another cruise that was subsequently canceled would "regenerate" and can be applied to a cruise in the future. We all just have to be patient! Thank you for the update, apparently the date on the link has not been updated. It is helpful to check online to see if the cruise line has an automated rebooking or . We wanted to for that very reason, but for some reason the Viking fare (for economy) was more than double. I think if the rebooking cancels it will be time to bail. For river cruises, tipping recommendations vary depending on your location. Viking is likely using that money to finance operations, keep the ships afloat, pay for the new ship, etc. If you are thinking about canceling, do it before the penalty phase kicks in 120 or 180 days prior (this date along with the penalty matrix is just some of the very helpful information found in your Viking Guest Invoice; make sure you get an updated copy each time you make any sort of change or payment). Very easy to use. With The Italian Lakes, post. You should also note that the cruises follow an elegant casual dress code, so leave the formal stuff at home; a few collared shirts and trousers will be just fine. Ocean cruises have similar options, though exact room sizes and features will vary. Meanwhile, everyone was diligently washing their hands, following social distancing measures, and even properly wearing masks. The voucher offers states: What constitutes "unable to use"? These . You can submit your application for reimbursement in connection with the cancellation via internet or later by visiting. The Risk-Free Guarantee allows guests to change their cruise date up until 24 hours before their planned departureand Viking will waive any fees. Personally, I think it depends on how much you have tied up in vouchers. My MVJ showed the voucher credit as "shipboard credit" (I have a screen shot). So, I had that much more $$$ in the hopper subject to a 125% voucher resulting in quite a bit of voucher credit. 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. By We'll send you a weekly newsletter to your inbox. Given the circumstances, using a knowledgeableagent is essential. 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. When you are covered by the Risk-Free Guarantee you may change your cruise reservation with notification to Viking. Some suites come with a guaranteed reservation, but if youre grabbing a stateroom, try to visit the restaurants early in your voyage. We are thinking of cancelling the trip. 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. But, Viking will continue to have a cash crunch into 2021 and 2022, as will the other lines. OxnPPYeC% We wanted our cash back, rather than a credit,because all cruise lines were on shakey financial ground then (and still are). 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. I'm glad, Dozens die daily waiting for donor organs. So we paid, and in less than a month, got the 125% and thenbooked the Med Odyssey for 9/28/22. Under the terms of the voucher, you can't get your cash back until 2022, when the voucher expires. Obviously, that didn't happen. 0000024349 00000 n TRAVEL + LEISURE is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Co., registered in the United States and other countries. If youve cruised before, you know that Viking cruises arewell, expensive. We got a flight (economy class) eventually, but we had to do it ourselves. Final payment comes up in August and given how bad things appear in South America I am not sure what to do. 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. As a result, Viking Cruises offer incredible itineraries with unmatched onboard amenities. That doesnt necessarily make them a great value. It is basically like starting over. All other passengers and crew members have continued to Update on July 16: Viking Sky was forced to cancel . (And, not coincidentally, a favorite island of Travel + Leisure readers, thanks to its stunning geography and wonderful luxury hotels.). Europe's Danube River is a frequent route for Viking River Cruises. Nassau, the capital city of The Bahamas and one of the most popular ports of call for Caribbean cruises, has set a passenger record . 0000550657 00000 n We "lost" the first time and "won" the second time. We took the 125 % voucher and applied it to the same cruise in summer 2021. We want to inspire you to explore new destinations, discover new experiences and savor the journey. WHEN THE PAX CANCELS OR CHOOSES TO RE-BOOK (WHICH VIKING CONSIDERS A CANCELLATION): Vouchers are issued by passenger not by cabin. We are thinking of cancelling the trip. We had three cruises booked as pandemic was happening. what happens with your (non-Viking) plane tickets? Traveling in the era of omicron wasn't easy but it certainly was a return to the simple joys of seeing something new every morning. 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. The first two days will be fun days at sea, giving guests plenty of time to explore the ship and participate in various onboard activities. This is a point of great confusion for me. Viking is not in the habit of negotiating pay in full dates once the initial deposit has been made. . No. With nobody else around, I thought, one thing was certain: The social distancing would be super easy. Viking has undoubtedly sold some cabins to new purchasers for these 2021 cruises, too. 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). this does not apply when changing within 24 hours before departure. If youre taking a river cruise, do a bit of research on the cities youll be visiting. Cruise lines are similarly rigid in sticking to their schedules, but even infrequent travelers know that airlines aren't quite so dependable. Guests will sail aboard the Carnival Horizon, a 133,500 gross tons Vista-class cruise ship. Viking. %PDF-1.4 % We "lost" out the first rebook and got lots back the second rebook. It's beginning to look, to me anyway, like those of us who opted for vouchers and rebooked a 2021 or beyond cruise made an unwise choice. Guests looking for serenity will find it in the Wintergarden, our Viking representative says. 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. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. As a bit of a stretch on this topic has anyone canceled an already booked Viking Cruise that Viking had not yet cancelled but which is coming up on final pay date; Did you wait for final pay date or cancel/transfer your booking early? When booking your cruise, youll have an easier time finding staterooms during certain months of the year. In Dubai, shopping was so experiential. Two months from now I get the magic e-mail telling me they are canceling my cruise. Sailing down rivers puts you in the heart of many of the cities you visit, our source tells us. Thanks for your help-. 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