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Yes, and you had to either “act dumb”, be included with the group that complained at a private event, or mention it to to a rep. I do not understand why Princess is just waiting for people to complain, I guess they figure only a small percentage will and they are probably right. It not my style, so I’ll just be happy with whatever it is. Maybe it will someday be an option on the app. People could just choose between the mini bar or OBC.

I don’t think OBC is a worthless perk and it is not being offered. From what I have read, there has only been one person who did get 50.00 after going to GS. As I said, the fancy drinks are up to 5.00 and I should have added that those are really the ones we drink. We also enjoyed the free fresh brewed. The attachment is current and I am assuming to be correct. I couldn’t find a picture of it, but I’ll find out myself in a couple of weeks. I am not about to go to GS, I will just be happy with whatever happens. Maybe I’ll even take up drinking.. just to get my perk! 😗

I fully understood it was an invitation to a luncheon that you had earned. I hope you enjoyed the drinks!

Well… the basic difference is each fancy coffee is about 5.00 - at least the fun blended ones are. So, more like 75.00 x 2 people is 150.00( at most) plus however many free fresh brewed you wanted, before people didn’t have to pay it, they just traded the mini bar, now they do. It irks just me like getting the internet at 50% off, instead of what I got for free, which was more than enough for us. We feel the water onboard is good enough to drink, we don’t usually drink alcohol and only a purchase few cans of soda over 2 weeks, so now I really just have another worthless perk.

Oh no…you need them to rebook those flights, unless you agreed to it.

This is what I see, in Canada right now. I guess maybe they had a casino rate or something.

There was a promotion a little while ago that included one night of specialty dining. I think that’s how it ended up to be hard to get a reservation, though.

Thanks so much. I’m not a lay around the pool in a bathing suit kind of person, but was hoping to go for a dip in the water at each island. I definitely have packed a couple of sweaters, a pashmina, 2 pairs of pants, 2-long sleeve tops, a hoodie and a wind breaker jacket. I do know it can be chilly in the MDR and the theatre.

I see the weather changing, In general..would you say you wore more pants and tops with sleeves than tshirts and shorts on this cruise? I am starting to pack now for our Hawaii cruise, but I’m realizing it isn’t the sunny, warm vacation I thought it was going to be. Like, we usually cruise the Caribbean, which means get up in the morning, throw on shorts, get your bathing suit packed and head to the beach. I didn’t notice in any of your posts that anyone was actually swimming in the waters, anywhere.

Yes, it does.

Oh…I guess the colour will be different based on loyalty level.

Here you go…sadly, it’s not mine.

What a great cruise that will be! I do hope they allow you to purchase them on their behalf. My fingers are crossed for you… Please come back and update your post with the results.

I really think that’s a hit or miss thing with being able to buy them for others not on the ship. Perhaps the Future cruise crew member gets credit of some sort or a commission, if they accept them. I was able to purchase for my spouse using just my phone, for both of us. When was the last time you purchased for others, not on board?

I’m sorry, I did understand that. What I meant was that when you board you can buy it straight on the app. My apologies if I was not clear. It saves going to the Future Cruise desk as soon as you board. Which will be important since you are just catching it under the old rule. As an aside… My PVP formally updated her social media page to let us know that the change does start on April 5th. It’s sure not much notice… of such a big change.

Elite level does get a discount on shore excursions already. Maybe they will come up with something else, like even more of a discount on the wifi- or free fancy desserts😜

I hope that’s all it is, at least for now.

Did you book it yourself? Or was it a TA? It’s the people who truly believe it was a gift from their TA that I’m talking about. There was a promo for a brief time that it was that inexpensive, so I’m glad you enjoyed it.

Could there be a charge coming for this after the soft opening? Get everyone hooked on it and then bam… no longer included in the price of the suite. It might turn out to be just like how some airlines charge for their lounges.

I also take a picture first thing each morning and add it to my electronic cruise folder so if it’s a port day, I have all the information I need for the day and acts as a quick way to know where we were that day when I look back at my pictures.

I’m sorry you feel that way. I like to give them the benefit of the doubt. It definitely takes speaking to the right person to get things done in a timely manner, though.

Sure… The discussion was about them already being on board, though. Just an option instead of going to the Future Cruise desk.

I agree. I don’t bother with the packages so I had not seen it on paper before. Thanks. It sure makes the TA’s look good.

I find it so interesting what people bring with them on a cruise…like your lovely blanket. I’m enjoying reading everything you write.

Thanks, I have cruised a bit since the restart, and we booked balconies. I remember when people were moved and parts of decks were shut down. I did believe that was not happening now, but felt they at least were keeping cabins open. I hope we don’t have to find out, but I’ll come back in May and update you, if we do get sick.