The definitive Cheers program Thread

[bobbismith]

Every cruise is different, some ports we don't care to get off the ship. When this is the case, I will get and use Cheers and it is more than worth it!

 

A seven day cruise with three busy/good ports then I probably will not.

 

We loved it for our three day cruise to Nassau.

[cat_in_cda]

We are going on a Hawaii cruise ....and I was reading the following with regards to Cheers .... Has anyone purchase Cheers and did this happen to you ?

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Applicable state and local taxes will be charged to the guest folio when this program is used within US waters. The tax is based on the state's tax structure and the cost of the individual drink purchased (not the daily program rate). For example: if the drink price is $5 and the tax is 10%, the guest's Sail & Sign card will be charged $0.50 for tax. This applies to all US ports (embarkation home ports and ports-of-call).

[Bookbug53]

We are going on a Hawaii cruise ....and I was reading the following with regards to Cheers .... Has anyone purchase Cheers and did this happen to you ?

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Applicable state and local taxes will be charged to the guest folio when this program is used within US waters. The tax is based on the state's tax structure and the cost of the individual drink purchased (not the daily program rate). For example: if the drink price is $5 and the tax is 10%, the guest's Sail & Sign card will be charged $0.50 for tax. This applies to all US ports (embarkation home ports and ports-of-call).

 

Sales tax has always been charged on drinks while in US ports. They kind of have to follow local laws. :)

[bigdog1958]

We are going on a Hawaii cruise ....and I was reading the following with regards to Cheers .... Has anyone purchase Cheers and did this happen to you ?

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Applicable state and local taxes will be charged to the guest folio when this program is used within US waters. The tax is based on the state's tax structure and the cost of the individual drink purchased (not the daily program rate). For example: if the drink price is $5 and the tax is 10%, the guest's Sail & Sign card will be charged $0.50 for tax. This applies to all US ports (embarkation home ports and ports-of-call).

 

This has nothing to do with the cheers program. You pay the tax on drinks ordered while in us waters whether you have cheers or pay for them individually, this applies to soda also

[A_Sea_Bugg]

I normally prepay drink package so no I don't get charged additional tax. It us all included in the price. However if you purchase it onboard technical yes you would be charged but... normally they wait to charge you after they get in international waters and there is no tax. As for individual drinks that you purchase. Not sure.

 

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[funinthesun1964]

I normally prepay drink package so no I don't get charged additional tax. It us all included in the price. However if you purchase it onboard technical yes you would be charged but... normally they wait to charge you after they get in international waters and there is no tax. As for individual drinks that you purchase. Not sure.

 

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Even if you prepay for your Cheers package, you will still get charged the tax on the individual drinks you consume while in port. They are added to you S&S card.

 

Individual drinks are also charged tax while in port.

[diesteldorf]

Just had a couple questions:

 

I like Grasshoppers once in awhile. At home, ice cream is often added to the Creme de menthe and creme de cacao.

 

It doesn't matter to me either way, but does anyone know if Carnival stocks creme de menthe or even makes Grasshoppers?

 

Obviously, the alchemy bar would not add ice cream, and that's OK.

 

2. I like bloody beers and also like Bloody Mary's made with beer instead of vodka.

 

However, I've been to Mexican restaurants and they've also served micheladas.

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michelada

 

Has anyone tried to get Carnival to make one?

[Esmeralda Kitty]

I ordered grasshoppers last December. They use heavy cream instead of ice cream. Addicting.

[Bookbug53]

I normally prepay drink package so no I don't get charged additional tax. It us all included in the price. However if you purchase it onboard technical yes you would be charged but... normally they wait to charge you after they get in international waters and there is no tax. As for individual drinks that you purchase. Not sure.

 

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Tax on drinks is always charged while in US ports regardless if on Cheers or not.

 

You also do not pay tax on the purchase of Cheers regardless of how/when you purchase.

 

They are not going to tax you on the program and then tax you while in US ports on individual drinks.

 

Even Carnival has not figured out a way to double tax you. :p

[Bookbug53]

Just had a couple questions:

 

I like Grasshoppers once in awhile. At home, ice cream is often added to the Creme de menthe and creme de cacao.

 

It doesn't matter to me either way, but does anyone know if Carnival stocks creme de menthe or even makes Grasshoppers?

 

Obviously, the alchemy bar would not add ice cream, and that's OK.

 

2. I like bloody beers and also like Bloody Mary's made with beer instead of vodka.

 

However, I've been to Mexican restaurants and they've also served micheladas.

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michelada

 

Has anyone tried to get Carnival to make one?

 

Bloody beers? And what might that be? :confused: Not really sure I want to know! :p

[BoDidly]

Bloody beers? And what might that be? :confused: Not really sure I want to know! :p

 

like a bloody Mary only using beer.

[diesteldorf]

I ordered grasshoppers last December. They use heavy cream instead of ice cream. Addicting.

 

Thanks for sharing. Were you able to order these only at certain bars? It would make sense that some of the bars would have cream for other drinks too--like White Russians. I've just never ordered anything on Carnival that uses cream, so I didn't know if they may only have this at certain bard.

 

I could definitely see myself ordering a Kahlua and Cream and/or a Grasshopper after dinner.

[threadcrapper]

Been lurking the boards for awhile and have a question.

 

Do they serve Red Bull on board? Have read through the thread and searched around, some mentions they do and some that they only have Rockstar.

 

We are thinking of doing Cheers, and while my wife drinks, I do not. If we could I would only get the package for her, and I would get the soda package. She's not a huge drinker, but she does like her wine and with the opportunity to have some higher shelf and specialty stuff, -- well -- we are on vacation.

 

It wouldn't take much to justify the cost/break even for her. When I add on my cost, and not drinking alcohol, a few sodas, a few Red Bulls (don't like Rockstar), and a coffee or something, it wouldn't be a stretch for me to get close enough on cost to realize the savings on her bar tab.

 

I found some menus that show Red Bull at $4.75, and comments that say its not on board.

 

If it maters we are sailing the Splendor.

 

Thanks to all for the great info

Edited November 13, 2016 by threadcrapper

[A_Sea_Bugg]

Even if you prepay for your Cheers package, you will still get charged the tax on the individual drinks you consume while in port. They are added to you S&S card.

 

Individual drinks are also charged tax while in port.

Guess I have been lucky. I have never paid tax on a drink. When I get the printout it has never had any charges for drinks or tax. Before we leave port I have already had at least 3 or 4. Hope my luck continues to hold.

[Esmeralda Kitty]

Thanks for sharing. Were you able to order these only at certain bars? It would make sense that some of the bars would have cream for other drinks too--like White Russians. I've just never ordered anything on Carnival that uses cream, so I didn't know if they may only have this at certain bard.

 

I could definitely see myself ordering a Kahlua and Cream and/or a Grasshopper after dinner.

 

I had them in the casino after dinner. I don't think I checked at any other bars. But I have found that all bars do not carry the same liquors. I like champagne with chambord. Only a few places have chambord. I would think they all have cream not sure about creme de mint or cocoa.

[Bookbug53]

Guess I have been lucky. I have never paid tax on a drink. When I get the printout it has never had any charges for drinks or tax. Before we leave port I have already had at least 3 or 4. Hope my luck continues to hold.

 

Tax is charged in US ports. I have had it be as low as .17 cents but it is there and it does not show on 'total' line at bottom.

 

Doubt if they are breaking tax laws for you.

 

You need to look harder. :)

[mamajules]

Been lurking the boards for awhile and have a question.

 

Do they serve Red Bull on board? Have read through the thread and searched around, some mentions they do and some that they only have Rockstar.

 

We are thinking of doing Cheers, and while my wife drinks, I do not. If we could I would only get the package for her, and I would get the soda package. She's not a huge drinker, but she does like her wine and with the opportunity to have some higher shelf and specialty stuff, -- well -- we are on vacation.

 

It wouldn't take much to justify the cost/break even for her. When I add on my cost, and not drinking alcohol, a few sodas, a few Red Bulls (don't like Rockstar), and a coffee or something, it wouldn't be a stretch for me to get close enough on cost to realize the savings on her bar tab.

 

I found some menus that show Red Bull at $4.75, and comments that say its not on board.

 

If it maters we are sailing the Splendor.

 

Thanks to all for the great info

 

Just got off the Conquest. I know they had Red Bull at the casino bar because a friend was doing Jaeger Bombs and saw them use it to make the shot.

 

 

 

 

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Edited November 13, 2016 by mamajules

[funinthesun1964]

Guess I have been lucky. I have never paid tax on a drink. When I get the printout it has never had any charges for drinks or tax. Before we leave port I have already had at least 3 or 4. Hope my luck continues to hold.

 

Wow, you are lucky! You should take that luck and go to the casino!!

 

May I ask which ports you have departed from?

[newmil]

Your Cheers Drink Program will start as of 6am on day 2.

 

Am i understanding that the Cheers program is not in effect for our first day; sail away, etc?

[funinthesun1964]

Am i understanding that the Cheers program is not in effect for our first day; sail away, etc?

 

Only if you elect to buy it on the second day. I have never done this, so not sure if you can do this in all ports or whatever....but, I buy it online, ahead of time at carnival.com > my cruise manager. It is then in effect as soon as your board the ship.

 

Also: in some ports - due to local laws you are not able to buy first day. One of those ports in Galveston and possibly one is New York

Edited November 13, 2016 by funinthesun1964

[newmil]

Only if you elect to buy it on the second day. I have never done this, so not sure if you can do this in all ports or whatever....but, I buy it online, ahead of time at carnival.com > my cruise manager. It is then in effect as soon as your board the ship.

 

Also: in some ports - due to local laws you are not able to buy first day. One of those ports in Galveston and possibly one is New York

 

Ah ha! My confusion was due to a few posts about Galveston! Thanks for your quick reply; We're leaving out of Ft Lauderdale and purchasing advance also, :) thanks again!

[funinthesun1964]

Ah ha! My confusion was due to a few posts about Galveston! Thanks for your quick reply; We're leaving out of Ft Lauderdale and purchasing advance also, :) thanks again!

 

You're welcome, enjoy!!!

[A_Sea_Bugg]

Tax is charged in US ports. I have had it be as low as .17 cents but it is there and it does not show on 'total' line at bottom.

 

Doubt if they are breaking tax laws for you.

 

You need to look harder. :)

 

just looked at past invoices. All my drink purchases were 0.00 no taxes were added. Maybe I haven't cruise yet from a state that makes them pay.

 

Wow, you are lucky! You should take that luck and go to the casino!!

 

May I ask which ports you have departed from?

Don't do casinos that much. I walk past a Casino in Vegas and put money down on craps once in awhile but that's it.

 

As for ports. Fort Lauderdale, Long Beach, San Pedro, Singapore, Sidney and Seattle. Would love to do Mediterranean or any European but.. they are not available during my vacation time.

[threadcrapper]

Thanks for the help!

[mamajules]

Ah ha! My confusion was due to a few posts about Galveston! Thanks for your quick reply; We're leaving out of Ft Lauderdale and purchasing advance also, :) thanks again!

 

We just got off Conquest out of Ft Lauderdale. We purchased Cheers in advance. Just an FYI, we were charged tax for our drinks prior to sail away. Also, was charged in the coffee bar for any flavored syrup added to a coffee drink (like $0.50). First time using Cheers and will definitely be getting it from now on.