Phil
Alexandria,#2Consumer Comment
Fri, February 06, 2009
I guess Beach Traveler did not comment ofter his return from the "wonderful Trip" offered by Ramada Is the true is too awful to be mentioned? LOL
Beachtraveler
Thisville,#3Consumer Comment
Wed, July 23, 2008
Although I haven't yet been on the cruise or stayed at either of the Ramada Plazas/resorts, I have recently purchased my vacation package and I have to say that you people have got me running around in circles about this thing! Since there are people on here saying that they HAVE ACTUALLY GONE on the cruise, I'm not sure how it can be called a scam. It seems to me the only reason people are feeling ripped off is because they're mailed a voucher for a "FREE* Cruise Vacation", and then it turns out that they'll have to pay for a portion of the trip. At no point was I mislead or promised something that I don't think I'll receive. People, when you see that * symbol next to a sentence offering something for "Free", thats your cue to turn the letter/flier/voucher over and read the fine print. The fine print, which clearly states that you'll still have to pay taxes on EVERYTHING and port fees and full cost of alcohol. That fine print also mentioned a required 2-4 hour "vaction property tour & presentation" in exchange for the apparently discounted rates. I would think that if RPR would be more upfront about what exactly they're selling, they'd have more "willing" customers, and less cancellations/attempted cancellations after the fact. But instead RPR has chosen to make its sales numbers go up using more devious, albeit perfectly legal, methods. The slightest hint of a possible lie or deception from a salesperson seems to send the average consumer into a scam-claiming online rant, suddenly claiming to have been misled about things I was told very clearly (but indeed very quickly) about when purchasing my package over the phone. Thus putting unfounded fear into the minds of people like me who want an honest review of a vacation and can understand what I'm paying for when it's clearly spoken to me over the phone in plain english. Not the way I would choose to run a business, but if it makes money & the owners can sleep at night then good for them, I suppose. So I would have to say this is in no way a scam by definition of the word, but a perfect example of why the term "Buyer Beware" was thought of in the first place. I don't expect either of the hotels to be a breathtaking tropical resort, and I don't expect the cruise to be top-of-the-line. That's because I only paid $698 for all of it, maybe $1000 total after all the taxes & etc are paid. If I actually get what was described to me & what I've seen from lots & lots of pics online, I would probly be willing to pay more! (No RPR, don't call me back asking for more) When someone is trying to sell you something, listen to what they're saying to you! I'll be sure to come back on and let everyone know how my vacation was. -the BeachTraveler Louisville, KY
Adolph
Elkhart 46517,#4Consumer Comment
Tue, July 22, 2008
......several years ago I went on a cruise, NOT any promotional cruise either. It was an relatively expensive Bahama cruise paid for by my wife's employer. Crappiest experience of my life. . My complaints: [1] Right upon boarding the ship the cruise company announced the ship's staff were paid a very low subsistence wage. We (the passengers) were told almost verbatum that the ship's staff were entirely dependant upon our tips to "feed their families". Wow! What a welcome. Start with a guilt trip. Subsidise low wages. . [2] No big deal here, but it pi$$ed me off. The staff constantly pressed passengers to deposit all trash into the shup board containers "to keep the sea clean". Several late nights I was on the fantail and witnessed the daily trash in plastiic bags going overboard into the sea. . [3] On the last day coming into port the entire aggregate group of passengers were suddenly persona-non-grata as we were told early on to vacate our cabins so the staff could ready the ship for departure (later that SAME day) by the oncoming (next) group. We were hearded into the dining rooms elbow-to-elbow for at least four hours. I had this strange urge to utter Baaaa Baaaa. Just prior to this we were again reminded to tip the cabin personnel generously upon leaving. . To be fair, the food was great and plentiful. My wife enjoyed the cruise. Me? Put me on my road bike for a tour of the Western U.S. the next time. I guess some people (me in particular) just ain't the "cruise type". Keep your nightly mint-on-the-pillow and faux kissy-kissy (hand out) greetings.
Insider
Panama Bay,#5Consumer Comment
Tue, July 22, 2008
So Last Tuesday, I received the call...i will just say i took the vacation for $498, (my husband and our 17 year old) and we just don't understand. You make the vacation how you want it. We had a good time and we know very well we would never be able to afford a 7 day vacation at that price...the timeshare meeting was pretty bad...actually very bad...but we knew to save the movey deal with 3 hours of talk. So not bad Ramada, I would def. recommend and already have. Sorry Bradenton, FL....maybe something good will come of it. At least hope for it. -Betty Cleveland, OH
Unhappy With Rpr
Bradenton,#6Author of original report
Thu, July 17, 2008
You are an idiot saying that this cruise is some good deal and "doable". Most of my point was about the timeshare scam that wastes half of your day. Get real!!! People be smart - DO NOT TAKE ANYTHING FROM RAMADA PLAZA RESORTS......you have been warned!!!!!!!
Anonymous
Tampa,#7REBUTTAL Individual responds
Wed, July 16, 2008
Once again I'm flabbergasted at the negative responses ramada vacations recieves. Yes people, you have to pay taxes!! If you win the lottery you pay taxes, if you win a car you pay not only taxes, but title fees as well! Are you all crazy? Another example of people wanting a "free ride". I've always said the only people that respond to a "free" ad, are those that don't have money!! For a BUDGET vacation, this is the right way to go. You will never find a trip to the Bahamas for less then $400.00, if you sail or fly, and ramada delivers! Your getting not only a cruise with dining, but a full day in the bahamas plus extras( we got a rental car) the accomadations are not 5 star( but i can't afford 5 star) , but very doable. Stop whining about your refunds and take the vacation. You won't be dissapointed!