Comments for Imperial Majesty Cruise Line Vacations at http://www.izania.com , comment 1 to 5 out of 5 comments http://www.izania.com Sun, 07 Sep 2008 01:18:10 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.izania.com/blog/default-category/imperial-majesty-cruise-line-vacations/#comment-291 I was recently suckered into one of these vacation deals, and while I'm not saying that I wasn't incredibly naive by giving out my credit card info over the phone, this company does practice some questionable sales techniques. For instance, they got my contact information from a contest that I entered at a Ribfest (innocently enough), and when they called me, they said I had been "selected" to receive a fabulous and luxurious vacation package to Florida and the Bahamas (valued at $2500). Now, the package was nowhere near worth that (after I later did some research). Plus, there are many hidden fees that wouldn't be aware of until you actually go on the vacation (just Google the people who have traveled with Imperial). However, it's natural when they quote you that value that your mind jumps to visions of grand cruise ships and the "white glove treatment" that Imperial promises. Needless to say, when I agreed to pay the heavily-discounted promotional fee of $299U.S./pp, I had no idea that this would be non-refundable and that the company had a "no vacation cancellation policy." If you do your research, and look up the "Sellers of Travel" section on the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services website (http://www.800helpfla.com/complnt.html), you'll see that according to Florida Law (and I live in Canada by the way), a consumer is entitled to a full refund within 30 days of purchase. However, every time I called Imperial's customer service, they refused to cancel the package, offering to extend the period that I could use the vacation, or a 100% money back guarantee (after you go through with the trip), or to upgrade your package. They told me that they could not refund the 149$U.S. security deposit that I supposedly agreed to. And that if I cancelled, I would lose all my money. Know your rights. Contact your credit card company's dispute department, and they'll advise you on how to return Imperial's package (through registered mail) and with an official letter of cancellation. Or better yet, complain to the Florida Better Business Bureau (Canadians can send a complaint through our local BBB), and complain to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. I did, and got my full refund within one week (August 22, 2008) of falling for this "luxury" vacation package. Now I just hope there aren't any weird or unauthorized transactions on my credit card statement. The irony is that Imperial Majesty keeps calling my house, and asking to speak to my parents. They seem to be aggressively targeting Canadians now, so warn your friends even if they are "smart." I considered myself smart, and yet I fell for this. They are incredibly persuasive! - scarborough Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:19:37 +0100 http://www.izania.com/blog/default-category/imperial-majesty-cruise-line-vacations/#comment-218 I too was taken, I've got documentation that states I am booked on a cruise 7/5/08. I was told today by a snippy Supervisor name Angela who sounds like a man that I am not booked. She also said good luck in my lawsuit! Stay away, it's just a scam, I cannot beleive that Ramada is a part of this scam! :( - Joan Prescott Thu, 29 May 2008 13:21:21 +0100 http://www.izania.com/blog/default-category/imperial-majesty-cruise-line-vacations/#comment-209 Hey I too was scammed by this company and my companion who fell for a Ramada Plaza Resorts vacation package. I agree...If enough of us got together we could probably shut these people down, and get just reward for doing it. - Donna Poole Thu, 22 May 2008 21:36:25 +0100 http://www.izania.com/blog/default-category/imperial-majesty-cruise-line-vacations/#comment-204 I too was ripped off and lied to and I think we should petition to have these people fined or arrested. The truth is Trickery is illegal in the United States of America and I think if enough of us stand up for our rights, we can pass a bill in congress to get these people to stop. I'm willing to do something about it. I plan on posting on the internet to find others like me who are willing to step forward and get our money back. Let me know if you are interested in fighting for justice. Thanks. - Valentine Mon, 19 May 2008 12:18:27 +0100 http://www.izania.com/blog/default-category/imperial-majesty-cruise-line-vacations/#comment-184 my brother-in-law totally got taken, too. wish we'd seen this Ripoff report sooner! - takentoo Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:44:47 +0100