"Rosaly Z. Greenberger" wrote in message
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>I think I was caught in a scam at the Barcelona airport yesterday. I had
>purchased transfers from ship to airport with the provision of a wheelchair
>at the airport.
>
> When the bus parked, it was quite a long walk to the entrance to the
> airport. I said I needed a wheelchair and they replied that none were
> available. An official looking woman said that they could put me on a
> luggage carrier cart as there was a seat on that but that it would cost me
> $25. I objected strenuously and was carted to the security gate.
> Again I was told to pay @25. I could not refuse at that point and even
> gave the porter a $5 tip.
>
> When I complained to RCCI today, they asked if I had a receipt. Were they
> kidding? Had I realized I was being taken, I would have offered my credit
> card -
>
> My cousin who was on a bus before mine had the same experience, and they
> asked her for Euros. When she sari she had none, they accepted her $5 tip.
> So beware all of you. RCCI said they would look into this scam but I doubt
> they would do anything. rosaly
Rosaly,
How bizarre! It must have been frightening for you and I wonder why RCL did
not request a wheelchair for you since you had taken their air...It sounds
as if someone is making some money on the side...Too bad you did not refuse
to pay as your cousin did. I have never heard of luggage carrier carts with
seats...I can see Barcelona will be an interesting experience in November!
Glad you are home safely and hope you enjoyed your cruise enough to blot out
the bad events.
--Jean
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