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HUGE SCAM ALERT AS PASSENGERS GET CALLS WITH SPECIAL DEAL, CRUISE NEWS

Don's Family Vacations
Don's Family Vacations
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πŸ‘οΈ 49K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 10:10

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Editorial Summary

The creator addresses recent concerns regarding phone calls and emails from a company called Princess Promotions. While many viewers have questioned if these offers are scams, the creator clarifies that Princess Promotions is a third party working with Princess Cruise Lines rather than the cruise line itself. The promotion involves paying approximately 7,500 dollars upfront to receive 6,000 dollars in future cruise credits, a seven night resort stay, hotel accommodations for pre and post cruise nights, and various onboard credits and promo coins. Although the math suggests a potential profit, the creator expresses significant hesitation about the risks involved. Key concerns include the fact that the money is handed to a third party, the potential for the company to shut down, and the possibility of being unable to use the credits or hotel stays due to availability or expiration. The creator concludes that the deal is too risky because if the company fails or the credits cannot be redeemed, the passenger loses their entire investment while the cruise line and the third party retain the funds.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Princess Cruises
Seriously Soggy
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm getting phone calls from Princess Cruise Lines asking for money but offering me deals at the same time

it's not princess so you're handing it to a third party company you don't have a travel agent you don't have a direct person you're talking to

I think I'll keep my money and pay it when it's due as opposed to trying to get a few extra dollars in the future

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Do not give money to third-party companies offering cruise deals without verifying legitimacy
βœ“Be cautious of promotions requiring large upfront payments for future credits
βœ“Use official channels and trusted travel agents for cruise bookings

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Princess promotions offer a scam?
QWhat are the risks of dealing with third-party cruise promotion companies?

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