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Hmm. So much for receiving Ultra. Mine is supposed to arrive today but I see nothing in my email or in my offers. Not that I will likely get anything worthwhile based on the comments here so far, but I was a little curious. Anyone else receive this Ultra offer who was supposed to receive one today?

Oh. OK. I hope it’s there. The last 2 cruises our cabin was not finished being cleaned or a card to get in the cabin even at 1:30 pm. Thanks for the info.

Sorry but I’m raising this feed from the grave for just a minute. I’m turning diamond on my next cruise in May. I called the Diamond desk to inquire about the free steakhouse dinner. The woman who answered the phone sounded like I woke her from a nap and told me to just wait until I got on board. Or book it, pay for it and go to guest services for a refund. Ugh. I said ok. I had this in my shopping card for 1 day to see if I liked the atmosphere of the steakhouse and now they’re booked. Now I’m hearing you can’t get reimbursed. So I guess I will try to set something up immediately upon boarding. But I don’t think I’ll have the steakhouse paper, right? What are the chances of me getting a 5:30 booking on the first night?

Thanks. Well, I already have a couple Premier offers. I went on an Ultra on MardiGras last year and was not impressed. I keep hearing about Elites. I don’t think I gamble enough though. 😞

Pfft. Nope. I’ve never had use for a debit card. Ever. Always paid credit; always paid it off each month. I just only buy things I need. Like gambling and cruises. 🙂 Always reaped the benefits of cash back, free airfare, etc. Again, before I give up all hope, I’ll wait and see what happens in a few weeks. Come on Elite! 🤞

Yes. I just did that on Sunshine. And a bottle of wine.

I don’t know. Who? Who is likely to spend spend spend? Who would use a debit card when you get a lot more benefits from using a credit card?

Good for you! $9 a spin … That’s what this nice southern belle woman was doing next to me and she was doing VERY well. She said she won $2,600 the prior evening. This was on the Sunshine. When I was up $500 on the machine, that’s when I decided to spin the $9 button and that’s when I eventually worked my way up to $1400 winnings.

I’m not sure I agree with this. There has to be something which triggers people to begin to get free cruises at some point in time. I would think that it would be points. Time will tell. I already have lots of free interiors and ocean view offers on many itineraries. I’ve had these for months and they expire in May. If Carnival sends me anything substantially worthwhile within the next few weeks due to my triple casino points from last cruise, then I’ll try to remember to report back. I’m praying for an Elite.🤞😎

Oh. The tables scare me. I cannot count. I have the math version of dyslexia. Maybe I’m spending more than I think I am.😂 I just do slots, so maybe that’s why I get free cruises. They are interiors or ocean views, but better than nothing.

$1000 or 1000 points? On slots?

I usually have about 2-3000 points in a 5-7 day cruise. I have lots a free interiors with drinks in casino for me and companion with some free play$. I don’t spend anywhere near $2k. For the last 2-3 years I’ve been sailing free interiors. I have no clue why. I have 4 more pending. I think I usually gamble $700-ish. My companions and DH don’t gamble much or drink. My last cruise for 6-days was a week ago. I was doing well in the casino on the slots and while I spent $200 of free play and $300 of my money, I racked up 7,000 points 😳 which was huge for me. I ended up with $1,400 in winnings. I’ve spent less and won less and ended up with a free room envelope on my door on debark morning. I’m hoping because of my higher than usual points, I might get better offers. I thought that was the whole purpose of having the points. Does anyone have a guess if/when one receives additional offers after returning home? I’ve already received the standard play, repeat offer which was worthless.

Pfft. My 2nd carnival cruise was through a “cruise manager” in a well-to-do suburb. We booked a hotel room the night before, a penthouse grand suite for our anniversary with our kids across the hall in an interior cabin. She gave us a big nothing. I’m turning diamond in 2 more cruises. 😂 Now I just book my own through my PVP who is great.

And so be it. The place where these ladies went should be held accountable. If not, then it will happen again and again if there are no repercussions. Perhaps being more selective in their hiring practices would be the way to go. 🤷‍♀️ Just sayin’ …

The 2 women went to Pirates Cove as an independent excursion. I can’t see how Carnival will be held liable because it was independently. That’s not to say that it would not have happened just the same if they had been on the Carnival excursion. In which case, only then would Carnival be liable. This may be an unpopular opinion, but if it were me, I’d get a Bahamian lawyer and totally sue Pirates Cove. It sounds like the bartenders were the ones who did it. And I think each only had 1 drink. We are going to Freeport in a few weeks. We are toying with the idea of taking a taxi to Grand Lucayan Resort. In the US, if one goes to a restaurant or bar then that establishment is responsible for all invitees. The invitees should have a reasonable expectation that they will not be drugged by that establishment. I hate that this happened to them. Hopefully they can get justice.

Helping ones self on the buffet is certainly more germy than picking up a little bowl of Chex mix.

No. It was on the Luminosa. It looks like this though. I was a fan of the cabin but not the ship itself.

Yeah. Excuses, excuses. this would be a great idea, especially making them a little spicy would encourage more drinks. They could just have them delivered WITH drinks. Problem solved. I remember asking JH for this a couple years ago, and his response was something to the effect of not wanting everyone digging out of the same bowl. SMH. Whatever 🙄.

I booked a last minute free inside guarantee on an Alaskan cruise 7 days last July. surprisingly, we received an inside deck 7 (I think) when we arrived at port, and the room had a couch and very large windows. We did not get a room assignment until we arrived at the port. We had a lifeboat blocking our view, but I was happy with it. I never booked guarantees, because I’m afraid of what I’ll get. I would consider this an upgrade.

While I appreciate the effort, and with the exception of chips and salsa, none of this appeals to me. I don’t want something heavy before I go to bed; I just need something to soak up that alcohol. 🙂 Something like little individual cups of Chex mix, sesame, crackers, Chinese rice crackers, pretzel sticks, peanuts, and pumpkin seeds. I doubt it would be more expensive, and it would cut down on labor. Or at least have it as an option.

LOL. In a perfect world, that’d be great! 👍 I want to eat and run! I don’t place a lot of importance on food or the dining experience. Unfortunately, it seems that the people with whom I travel don’t know what they want to eat or even have the forethought to look at the menu until their fanny hits the chair. Menu? Food? What’s happening? Where am I? Ugh. I looked at the menu in the morning and knew what I wanted hours ago.

Yes. And while they’re at it, an ice dispenser would be great, albeit a bit noisy. Or maybe put them in the self laundry rooms.

We were unimpressed with Luminosa as well. I think this ship’s putt -putt is nonexistent. The shops had nice things I’ve not seen elsewhere though.

Has anyone played PB on the Vista? I realize it has a basketball court. But what I want to know is if anyone has used it to play PB. I don’t need a net, I just want to hit the ball back-and-forth for 10 to 15 minutes. We were on the wonder of the seas, and the line was ridiculous. We were also on the Luminosa, and the basketball court was constantly filled, no matter what time we got there.

😳. That’s insane. In 32 cruises I’ve always been given a choice. In fact, I ask evening turndown and for ice twice a day. Never have I ever been told no. I ask for extra pillow, an extra blanket also. I tell them no towel animals. I hand them a list with my cabin number and my preferences. I’m going to start tipping extra in advance in addition to my normal after. 🤷‍♀️. They seem surprised when I seek them out afterwards to tip them extra.