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Buffets on Ships, Refunds and Cruise Line Computer Glitches | CRR 055

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👁️ 8 views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 11:27
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Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I actually found this out by accident I had a Norwegian cruise booked I was going to Bermuda out of New York

it took me over 70 days to get my first refund from Carnival Cruise Line finally got that settled

they were giving me a hundred twenty five percent future cruise credit and I couldn't pass that up

yes there will be a buffet we don't know exactly what form it will take yet

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use a personal cruise consultant or travel agent to handle refunds and bookings
Consider future cruise credits over refunds for faster processing and added value

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the latest on Norwegian Cruise Line's loyalty points glitch?
QHow are cruise lines handling refunds during the pandemic?
QWhat is the current status of buffets on Royal Caribbean ships?

Topics Covered

Dining Buffet1½ Sad BaconLoyalty Program2 Happy BaconBooking Process1½ Happy Bacon

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YouTube Video Description

Aside from wearing masks on a cruise ship, buffets at sea have been another hot button topic. Royal Caribbean first said they would not have one, and then backpedaled. Norwegian Cruise Line had a computer glitch that issued everyone extra loyalty points - will they honor or take away? Staff writer Richard Simms weighs in on both topics. Date: July 5, 2020