Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 25, 2013 Author #26 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Loved your review! I really want to do this cruise one day! :) Thanks! And, you definitely should! :D Regarding the free drinks in the casino...are people allowed to go in, get a drink, and then bring it back out? Do they monitor that? It's not like a land-based casino where the drinks are always free. We had the drink cards because we were booked through the Total Rewards voucher from the AC casinos we visit, and part of the package is the free drinks card for both passengers. Otherwise, people get the drink cards when they earn 1500 points from playing. If you do have the drink card, you can leave the casino with a drink. There were a few times when we had not yet finished a drink and were ready to leave, or once when we went to kill time waiting to be buzzed for dinner, when we left with them. I don't think anyone pays very close attention to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTGirl74 Posted August 25, 2013 #27 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Thanks! And, you definitely should! :D It's not like a land-based casino where the drinks are always free. We had the drink cards because we were booked through the Total Rewards voucher from the AC casinos we visit, and part of the package is the free drinks card for both passengers. Otherwise, people get the drink cards when they earn 1500 points from playing. If you do have the drink card, you can leave the casino with a drink. There were a few times when we had not yet finished a drink and were ready to leave, or once when we went to kill time waiting to be buzzed for dinner, when we left with them. I don't think anyone pays very close attention to that. Thanks. Yes, we have a couple drink cards coming to us via the AC cruise offer. :) We just didn't want to have to always stay in the casino with the drink. I enjoy gambling, but want to budget my money a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 25, 2013 Author #28 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Thanks. Yes, we have a couple drink cards coming to us via the AC cruise offer. :) We just didn't want to have to always stay in the casino with the drink. I enjoy gambling, but want to budget my money a little. Woohoo! Those drink cards were probably the best perk of the AC offer. DB actually got another cruise offer right after we got home lol. We happened to be going to AC anyway, so we picked it up even though we can't use it because it's only good for 6 months. We picked it up because they were doing a $500 drawing from everyone who picked it up...he didn't win :eek: haha. So, we're hoping for another one to use next summer. Enjoy your cruise, and good luck in the casino! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTGirl74 Posted August 26, 2013 #29 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avereysnana Posted August 28, 2013 #30 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Thank you for the wonderful review, it was so helpful. Husband and I really enjoyed reading it. Chuck ad Marty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roomba920 Posted August 28, 2013 #31 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) Your review has convinced me to take this same cruise next spring. :) Thanks! Edited August 28, 2013 by roomba920 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTGirl74 Posted August 29, 2013 #32 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Do you know if the buffet has cheese? Thinking of bringing a plate back to the room to have with crackers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdvmd Posted August 29, 2013 #33 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Do you know if the buffet has cheese? Thinking of bringing a plate back to the room to have with crackers. There is always a beautiful assortment of cheese as well as dried fruits, nuts etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 29, 2013 Author #34 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Thank you for the wonderful review, it was so helpful. Husband and I really enjoyed reading it. Chuck ad Marty Thank you so much, and I'm glad it helped! :) Your review has convinced me to take this same cruise next spring. :)Thanks! Woohoo! Enjoy! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 29, 2013 Author #35 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Do you know if the buffet has cheese? Thinking of bringing a plate back to the room to have with crackers. I don't go anywhere where plentiful cheese is not available. :p They do always have a few different kinds of cheese, a variety of breads, and sliced fruit. Plenty of good snacking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTGirl74 Posted August 29, 2013 #36 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I was going to buy the cheese plate for the cabin, but one sister is a cheese hater and the other is a junk food lover so I would likely be the only one eating it. Sounds like my snacking needs will be satisfied via the buffet. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notanexperiencedsailer Posted August 29, 2013 #37 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Thank you so much for being so detailed and informative! We're booked on the 10/25 cruise out of Boston, and as excited as I was before reading your review, I'm even more excited now to go! Thanks for ALL the info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 29, 2013 Author #38 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Thank you so much for being so detailed and informative! We're booked on the 10/25 cruise out of Boston, and as excited as I was before reading your review, I'm even more excited now to go! Thanks for ALL the info! You're very welcome, and I'm excited for you! Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1smudslide Posted August 23, 2014 #39 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I really enjoyed reading your review. I'm leaving on the dawn in less than 2 weeks and was sorry I didn't buy the udp. I have 3 dinners booked in specialty, but you make the mdr dinners seem pretty good. I also have the free cruise certificate through a local casino. I thought the casino was allowed to stay open after 9 pm while in port and am very disappointed to read that it wasn't open. Sounds like I may be going to bed earlier than I planned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 23, 2014 Author #40 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I really enjoyed reading your review. I'm leaving on the dawn in less than 2 weeks and was sorry I didn't buy the udp. I have 3 dinners booked in specialty, but you make the mdr dinners seem pretty good.I also have the free cruise certificate through a local casino. I thought the casino was allowed to stay open after 9 pm while in port and am very disappointed to read that it wasn't open. Sounds like I may be going to bed earlier than I planned! Hi! I am glad you enjoyed the review- thanks! I sailed on the Dawn last year (2013). The MDR menus have changed now, but I was very pleased with the food and selections in the MDRs on the Gem this summer (the menus are the same on both ships). From what I understand, ships can now open their casinos at night while in port in Bermuda. It just makes Bermuda an even more appealing destination to return to now! :) Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1smudslide Posted August 23, 2014 #41 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Sorry, I didn't even notice the 2013. I just assumed it was last month! It could have definitely saved me money, not gambling every night! I'm still glad it's open. Thanks again for the review. I'm booked on the Gem in May, so also will look forward to that review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freespir8 Posted August 23, 2014 #42 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Thank you so much for an awesome review! Really enjoyed "going in vacation" with you. I could actually feel your sadness at the end of the trip. Only way that I am able to get over it is to start planning the next one. Thanks again for taking the time :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanagirl Posted August 23, 2014 #43 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Thanks for the wonderfully detailed review! We are on the same cruise in Oct. and I can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princess tu tu Posted August 23, 2014 #44 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Thank you for your excellent review, we also booked a CAS cruise which we received from Foxwoods, booked The Dawn also, May 2015, Thanks for all the info...;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairygirl1 Posted August 23, 2014 #45 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Great review! We are headed there next friday,,, this review has me even more psyched!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted August 23, 2014 #46 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Thanks for the report! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Dorhead1230 Posted August 24, 2014 Author #47 Share Posted August 24, 2014 OMG thank you all so much for the kind words! I am so psyched that this review is still proving useful a year later. You've all lit a fire under my butt and I am almost finally done with my Gem review from this summer :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted August 24, 2014 #48 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Thanks for the nice review of your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonekween Posted August 24, 2014 #49 Share Posted August 24, 2014 absolutely loved reading your review, & have been thoroughly entertained while counting the hours we have left until we fly to Boston Thursday & board the Dawn on Friday! I sooooo wish you were coming with us....LOL....what fun we'd have! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikini Posted August 24, 2014 #50 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Fantastic, detailed review! Thanks for taking the time to share with all of us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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