I was having a minor problem with my reservation and was unable to resolve it w/ the booking agent on the phone until I was connected to Enrique Bravo, a supervisor at cruise Direct who did not hesitate to resolve the problem
I have done a number of cruise bookings and my CruiseDirect experience with Sam's patience and professional approach has topped them all. Well done Sam and I will definitely use CruiseDirect next time I cruise.
Our next cruise is booked, and we cannot wait to go. Agent Armin helped us to find a wheel chair room and rent one for the trip, very professional and helpful. Very recommendable service!
I was assisted by Queen with my on line booking. Very pleasant person to work with, professional, responsive and was great in assisting me.
Assistance from Jose Flores was top-notch. Very knowledgeable. Easy to chat with and resourceful... All my questions were answered clearly and precisely... I'm excited to sail with this Company..
I had very successful experience with the service i got from your company. I would like to mention mr. Jose rodriguez for an excellent service... thank you very much
Cruisedirect is good and cheap! Mr. Sam Schofield whom I called to ask for information was so patient and efficient in helping me find the information that I need. I really appreciate it.
I would like to comment how pleased I was with the service provided by customer service (Mr. Enrique Bravo).
I'm definitely sure I will book our next cruise with Cruise Direct!
Thank you very much!
That shore excursion was beyond awful and sincerely we all got cheated. It all started with the organizers asking us to sign a document that due to the "rough" sea they will change the snorkel location. Instead of taking us to the good reefs away from the shore they took is 50 meters from the main beaches where there were no reef and no fishes to see. All the other boats were out in the sea where the good reefs were, and the sea was not rough at all - just it was easier not to go out there. At the end we did not manage to do much snorkeling at all, saw hardly any fish close to the beach, and on top of that had to listen to loud Mexican rap on the boat. We have asked several times to turn down the music but with no success. Looked like most of the boat did not enjoy it at all but the local staff probably thought that to be great entertainment for their standards. At the end we were dumped in an overcrowded third rate resort with a buffet lunch - which was not bad tasting, but in the evening we felt it and for 2 days could not recover our stomachs (shows you that the hygiene and quality were poor). All in all - a total waist of money and time - should have rented a boat on the shore and am sure would have been better and cheaper. I do not recommend this provider to anyone. A shame!
I have looked at several different sites for a cruise and Cruise Direct was the best by far. Very satisfied. Sam was great, he answered all my question and I had a lot. Let you how the cruise is.
Special thanks to Jose Flores for his awesome service, he was very helpful and assisted me in a very professional manner. Thanks again Jose for your patience with my many many questions.
Had an excellent experience with Kyle while booking our reservations. He handled himself well while dealing in a 3 way conversation. He helped with keeping our cabins together.
Had a question regarding payment of my cruise. Hans Vega was there to assist. He was prompt, courteous and very helpful. I would recommend cruise direct to anyone booking a cruise.
Nothing they advertised was true. They put us in the worst room possible. Their customer service supervisors are cunning and deceitful. They solve nothing!
Mr. Pham,
I am so sorry to hear that you were unhappy with our customer service. I have reviewed your call with our supervisors and unfortunately as you booked one cabin for 4 guests you would not receive two cabins. We do ask on step 1 "Who's staying in your stateroom?" and ask for the number of guests in the room. On that step you entered in 4 guests so the system booked all four of you in one room. At this time the ship is fully booked so we are unable to book an additional cabin for you. You did receive a discount for guests 3 and 4 for booking them in the same cabin. I have requested a double cabin be placed on waitlist for you and should one become available we will contact you with the price difference to make the change. I wish there was more we could do for you at this time, but with the ship being sold out our hands are tied.
Meghan Martin
Cruise Concierge Manager
I had problems with a reservation on a NCL cruise. The reservation was booked, paid in full, confirmed... and it was non existent in NCL web page! After some help also from other Customer Service in CD today Jorge Rodriguez took all the time to find the porblem and then bring a solution. He resolved the non existent reservation situation directly with NCL in my behalh. And, presto! Now I see the reservation finaly! THANK YOU SO MUCH to Jorge to the previous CS agents in CD. You have a loyal customer for ever. This is what customer need SOLUTIONS. Thanks again.
Enrique was very polite and answered all my questions and reconfirmed for me to make sure the booking was set. The booking was smooth and hopeful the cruise will be too! Thank you!
Cruisedirect always provides good online customer service. No matter where I am, I like to chat with their online service staff and I always get what I need.
I booked for my honeymoon using CruiseDirect. Jeramae Doon, was very nice and very helpful assisting me in my booking. Her service was outstanding
Just Amazing!
Kyle Hirano was very helpful in sorting out our booking.
As it is our first cruise I had a lot of questions which were answered in a very professional manner.
Don't go near Cruise Direct. They are scam artists, and Very dishonest!
PLUS they give ZERO customer service!
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I Booked a cruise with this company in Aug 2015.
When researching cruise prices I was offered the following with them;
Book now with us and get a $50.00 per person Inboard credit plus 10% off your excursions.
When you proceed to not book with them a window pops up on your screen and they offer you an additional surprise discount via email if you book with them today!
You proceed to your email to verify your additional discount they are offering, and without telling you as you book they remove your onboard credit of $100.00 and give you only a 5% discount. Therefore if you do book your losing much more than there 5% discount I was offered.
I wrote to the company, about this business dishonesty, and they never even responded to my inquiry.
Stay away from these bargain cruise sites, as they call themselves... and deal directly with the cruise lines.
Answer: The best time is now! But, booking an inexpensive solo cruise depends on several factors, including destination and sailing dates. Here's how you can time your trip to get the best deals: 1. Sail During the Off-Season Caribbean: The best deals are typically available from late August to early November during hurricane season. While this can come with some risk of weather disruptions, most itineraries adjust as needed to ensure passenger safety. 2. Look for Last-Minute Deals Cruise lines often reduce their prices to fill cabins closer to the sailing date, especially for solo travelers. Norwegian Cruise Line and Virgin Voyages are some cruise lines that apply these practices. 3. Book Well in Advance Conversely, booking 9-18 months ahead often gives access to early-bird discounts, particularly on solo cabins with limited availability (Most Cruise Lines Apply). If you need more guidance to your selection, please reach out and any of our skilled advisors will find the right cruise for you! Phone: 1-888-407-2784 Chat: Via our page at www.cruisedirect.com
Answer: Hi there, and thank you for reaching out about the best Solo Cruises! For solo travelers seeking the best cruise experience with discounts or specials, several cruise lines stand out for their solo-friendly accommodations and offers such as: Norwegian Cruise Line - NCL is particularly well-regarded for solo travelers, offering Studio Staterooms designed exclusively for solo guests. These staterooms are priced for one person without the additional single supplement fees typical of other cruise lines. Solo travelers also gain access to the Studio Lounge, a shared social space perfect for meeting others. Holland America Line: Holland America caters to solo cruisers with dedicated solo cabins, particularly on newer ships like the Koningsdam and Rotterdam. Their Single Partners Program includes social events like cocktail mixers and dining meetups. Royal Caribbean: This line offers solo cabins on several ships, such as Anthem of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas. Cabins vary, ensuring a mix of affordability and luxury. Activities go from fitness classes to wine tastings and plenty of opportunities to connect with others or enjoy Solo time. Virgin Voyages: Known for its modern and vibrant ships, Virgin Voyages accommodates solo travelers, and their adult-only environment and social activities, like group fitness classes and evening entertainment, make it a standout option for solo cruisers! If you need more guidance to your selection, please reach out and any of our skilled advisors will find the right cruise for you! Phone: 1-888-407-2784 Chat: Via our page at www.cruisedirect.com
Answer: Yes, vaccines are required for cruising at this time.
Answer: Sorry for the delay getting back to your question. Cruise lines with guests of different nationalities have got plenty of experience how to address their customers in various languages. It does not end with onboard entertainment. Trivia games e.g. are conducted not only in English but often in a number of tongues. The conductor may speak four languages, for example, and an assistant even some more. So the question "Who was the first man on the Moon?" would be asked in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and/or German, (depending on how many guests speak the languages) before the audience is given the chance to answer.
Answer: I got the best price from CD after shopping around but we warned I was told "no worries" your $100 on board credit will be waiting for you in your stateroom when you board. You don't get it when booking - which is why it's called an on board credit. However, when the promised credit failed to show up on our invoice or in any email from Cruise Direct I became suspicious I was being scammed again. I was shocked when I called to press CD for an email confirming our $100 credit. The agent asked if I'd completed the REDEMPTION FORM! THIS WAS THE FIRST MENTION OF ANY REQUIRED REDEMPTION FORM NEVER PROVIDED ME! DON'T BE DECEIVED INTO BELIEVING YOUR PROMISED ON BOARD CREDIT WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU WHEN YOU BOARD UNLESS YOU HAVE THAT PROMISE IN WRITTING!
Answer: CruiseDirect.com is an award winning agency that has served over a half million customers in the last 16 years. We are the most highly regarded cruise agency on the Internet with an A+ Better Business Bureau rating and a 4.6/5 star rating from 6,500 customers in the past 2 years. Our passion is to help our customers find the perfect cruise at the best price. You can find more information about us at https://www.cruisedirect.com/about-us Book with us and I can promise you will not be disappointed. Cheers, Meghan Martin Client Services Manager
Answer: Yes, cruisedirect books guests from all over the world.
Answer: I've chatted with several different agents. However, how can you ever know if a photo and a name on a site are really true?:-))
CruiseDirect has a rating of 3.3 stars from 187 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with CruiseDirect most frequently mention customer service, online chat and jorge rodriguez. CruiseDirect ranks 2nd among Cruises sites.
Nadia,
That does sound awful! Can you please send me your confirmation number so I can look this information up and see about getting a refund for you ASAP!
Cheers,
Meghan Martin
Concierge Manger
mmartin@cruisedirect.com