I won a cruise!!!!

[ugaimes]

Lately, I've been sort of complaining about the fact that Bradley and I have NEVER, EVER gone on vacation in the almost two years that we've been dating.
Well, that is about to change! I put my name in one of those enter-to-win sweepstakes at a restaurant a few months ago and completely forgot all about it. Well, I get a call today saying that I've won! I won a 4 day/3 night cruise for two to Grand Bahama Island. The travel company pays for the cruise, the hotel, and the food and entertainment on the cruise. We are responsible for meals/entertainment/gifts/gambling, etc. once we're on the island, but that's not too bad. We have 12 months to take the trip, so we can book a time that is convenient for us.
I checked it out to find out if it's legit. It's not one of those timeshare deals; they're not trying to sell us anything. I'm going to do a bit more investigating, but if all continues to look good...Bahamas, here we come!!!

Hmm, with all this luck right now, maybe I should play the lottery!

 

[AbbysMom]

That's fantastic! Congratulations!

 

[hannahj]

wow, I thought that those prizes were like myths. I hope its real for you! Congratulations!!

 

[ugaimes]

Thanks Karen and Hannah

If it all turns out to be 100% legit (

) I promise to take plenty of pictures!!!

 

[flisssweetpea]

Great news Amy - fingers crossed that you don't find any hidden catches

 

[katspixiedust]

That's wonderful Amy!!! The Bahamas are a blast and you and Bradley will have a GREAT time!!! Now we're both gonna be cruise chicks this year.

I'm so excited for you!!! GO AMY! GO AMY! GO AMY! WOO WOO!

 

[coolcat]

Originally Posted by flisssweetpea

Great news Amy - fingers crossed that you don't find any hidden catches

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...I´m soooo glad for you and Bradley!

 

[cheeseface]

That's great as long as they aren't being sneaky about staying on the island. How long do you actually have to stay on the island?

 

[ugaimes]

Thanks Beth, Katherine, and Rigel

Unfortunately, though, it is not looking good. I am doing a web search of the travel company, and I found a posting on a ripoff website about the company....a girl was offered the same prize as me, but the hotel they booked her in was very shabby, so she had to pay about $150 to upgrade to a decent room.... so right now I'm much more skeptical

The thing that stinks is that you have to make your reservation within 4 days (and there is a $77/person registration fee that has to be paid at that time). I kind of think they rush you into registering so that you're locked into the trip....so I'm going to keep investigating before committing to anything!
Bradley and I SO could use this trip though!

 

[ilovecats]

I'm so excited for you! You deserve this.

Have a great time!

 

[carolcat]

Awww, well it's lots better to be safe than sorry. Have you checked them out with BBB? Good luck and I hope that it turns out that you CAN take the vacation without problems. Keeping fingers and paws crossed for you.......

 

[pepper girl]

Congrats!

I hope you have a wonderful trip!

 

[jcat]

You're wise to check things out first. that it turns out to be legit.

 

[ugaimes]

Originally Posted by Hydroaxe

That's great as long as they aren't being sneaky about staying on the island. How long do you actually have to stay on the island?

It's a 3-night stay on the island and you're right about being skeptical Ryan- that's why I'm investigating now!

 

[misscharlotte]

Originally Posted by jcat

You're wise to check things out first. that it turns out to be legit.

I agree. It's wonderful to win but it's better to investigate now.

 

[katspixiedust]

If it doesn't work out, maybe you and Bradley could look into booking a cruise for yourselves anyway? I know a bit about them and about when to get the best deals and all that and if you book with Carnival (the cheaper of the nice lines) for a trip going anytime between September-December you'll only be paying HALF the price as booking in any Spring or Summer month. The cruise Lauren and I are going on is 4 night, 5 day to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and Grand Caymen in the Cayman Islands and is only $396/person (it departs Oct 15). That price includes all room and board (since you stay on the ship), entertainment, and meals on the boat. If you were to look up a 3 night/4 day trip to the Bahamas you could get an inside room (no window, but you're rarely in your room so it doesn't really matter) for under $300. Just a thought because I know it will be disappointing if this doesn't work out. Something to keep in mind.

Also, you don't pay the full price up front. You pay a good chunk and then finish paying at a later time. I think you and Bradley should look into a trip no matter if this one works or not, you both deserve it!

 

[rosiemac]

Oh i hope it is genuine Amy!.

Strange as it seems when i've answered my switchboard at work theres been several calls over the last few weeks only to be a recording with an american accent saying weve won a holiday?!.

Naturally i put the receiver down because it's a business line for goodness sake!.

Let us know what happens, but hey if it is genuine i've been to the Bahamas and it was lovely!!

 

[katl8e]

Originally Posted by ugaimes

Thanks Beth, Katherine, and Rigel

Unfortunately, though, it is not looking good. I am doing a web search of the travel company, and I found a posting on a ripoff website about the company....a girl was offered the same prize as me, but the hotel they booked her in was very shabby, so she had to pay about $150 to upgrade to a decent room.... so right now I'm much more skeptical

The thing that stinks is that you have to make your reservation within 4 days (and there is a $77/person registration fee that has to be paid at that time). I kind of think they rush you into registering so that you're locked into the trip....so I'm going to keep investigating before committing to anything!
Bradley and I SO could use this trip though!

I hate to throw cold water on you but, this is NOT legit. If you have to pay anything up front, it is NOT a prize. Once they have your credit card number, you are being left wide-open for numerous other charges.

I know that you probably need the vacation but, save your money and book with a reputable travel agency. If you like, I'll e-mail the link to the one that I've used in the past.

 

[wellingtoncats]

Oh I hope it turns out to be legit!

I won a raffle last night!

It was a cat carry cage, filled with all sorts of goodies for the cats AND me!

 

[misscharlotte]

Originally Posted by WellingtonCats

Oh I hope it turns out to be legit!

I won a raffle last night!

It was a cat carry cage, filled with all sorts of goodies for the cats AND me!

Now that sounds legitimate. Congratulations!!