heathercruisin Posted August 27, 2013 #1 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I need to tell my dad how much cash he should put on his S&S account when we go onboard. I know there's the: 11.50 per day tips alcoholic drinks he would buy specialty restaurants (but we are on Paradise - so there's none, right?) casino - but he doesn't gamble photos - are those about $20 each? Any gifts What am I forgetting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stlrboo Posted August 27, 2013 #2 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Maybe Internet Access, but he'd be better off with a CC so he wouldn't have to deal with going to the Purser's Desk to get unused $$$ back after the cruise!:eek::rolleyes: Just my two cents... :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMAE Posted August 27, 2013 #3 Share Posted August 27, 2013 You will use your card for soda, shore excursions too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waiting4acruise Posted August 27, 2013 #4 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Everything you give your S & S card for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolababe504 Posted August 27, 2013 #5 Share Posted August 27, 2013 You put everything on your card. Cash is only accepted for the casino, bingo, and pulltabs I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccleveland Posted August 27, 2013 #6 Share Posted August 27, 2013 so if i put cash on the account that is associated with the card thing, i can use that card everywhere on the ship?? Im a little confused Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqwii Posted August 27, 2013 #7 Share Posted August 27, 2013 other than booking a future cruise, you can use your sign and sail card for everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted August 27, 2013 #8 Share Posted August 27, 2013 (edited) You put everything on your card. Cash is only accepted for the casino, bingo, and pulltabs I believe. Our last cruise on the Inspiration in March you could use your card for Bingo. Cash couldn't be used. Chef's Table is $75. Behind the Fun tour is $55 for the smaller ships, $75 for the larger. Edited August 27, 2013 by SadieN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccruisequeen Posted August 27, 2013 #9 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Cameras and booze in the shops Photos Snacks in the cafe and candy shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushwater7710 Posted August 27, 2013 #10 Share Posted August 27, 2013 so if i put cash on the account that is associated with the card thing, i can use that card everywhere on the ship?? Im a little confused We always put cash on our sign and sail card,because the last night of our cruise if there is any money left, I go to the casino hand them my card, tell them I want that amount in chips.Then I play one bet on a table. After that I take my chips and cash out.They give you cash at the casino desk.It's easier then taking home a refund check from Carnival. Plus I now have cash for the trip home for whatever I need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gma&Gpa Posted August 27, 2013 #11 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Now I am confused also. We're planning on booking our next cruise while on the ship in two weeks. I was told (somewhere here on cruise critic) that I would pay for that from my sign and sale. Is that not the case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcathome Posted August 27, 2013 #12 Share Posted August 27, 2013 If your ss card a credit card attached it will be used on the cruise. For you tat don't agree tell Carnival because that is what they did on my cruise in July Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notawordok Posted August 27, 2013 #13 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I use cash on my sign and sail. I give them my debit card to swipe when I check in then I give cash to the purser desk. I keep a check on my balance on the tv and when I get low on my cash credit I go put more on the account. The debit card is there in case I don't make it before my cash runs out or my wife gets in the photos without me knowing. I usually end up with close to a zero balance at the end of my cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serene56 Posted August 27, 2013 #14 Share Posted August 27, 2013 (edited) We always put cash on our sign and sail card,because the last night of our cruise if there is any money left, I go to the casino hand them my card, tell them I want that amount in chips.Then I play one bet on a table. After that I take my chips and cash out.They give you cash at the casino desk.It's easier then taking home a refund check from Carnival. Plus I now have cash for the trip home for whatever I need. to do this will cost you 3% of your cruising dollars. Ships now offer kiosks that you can take money out or add money to your account. Carnival also does not give our refund checks no longer-- refunds are now mailed and if its less then 5.00 they take that money and donate to St Judes Edited August 27, 2013 by serene56 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serene56 Posted August 27, 2013 #15 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Now I am confused also. We're planning on booking our next cruise while on the ship in two weeks. I was told (somewhere here on cruise critic) that I would pay for that from my sign and sale. Is that not the case? no, you need a major credit card to book the cruise onboard. the reason being-- if you cancel that booked cruise they need to have somewhere to put the money back to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loujerb Posted August 27, 2013 #16 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I used my S&S card to book my next cruise, so yes you can. The $250 was on my bill at the end of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kybluecruiser Posted August 27, 2013 #17 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Simple response to the op: EVERYTHING! The only time you need cash is if you want to give an extras tip or room service tip or buying chips at the tables in the casino. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nlktx49 Posted August 27, 2013 #18 Share Posted August 27, 2013 When you get off the ship, just don't try and pay for your lunch with it! A hard habit to break after a week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldrailfan Posted August 27, 2013 #19 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I need to tell my dad how much cash he should put on his S&S account when we go onboard. I know there's the: 11.50 per day tips alcoholic drinks he would buy specialty restaurants (but we are on Paradise - so there's none, right?) casino - but he doesn't gamble photos - are those about $20 each? Any gifts What am I forgetting? You can prepay the gratuities and not have to worry about them. Otherwise they'll come out on the second day of the cruise. You can either charge money for the casino to the card, or if you're at the tables, buy chips from the dealer/croupier/stickman with cash. Photos - depending on the type, portrait vs. "Carnival Snaps" for example, the price can range anywhere from about $10.00 to $25.00, but I guess if you buy a lot, they'd average out to about $12.00. If you pay for a shore excursion on the ship it'll be charged to your S&S, but you can pre-order most excursions online, and they'd be prepaid. You can place a Credit Card on the account, and be charged as you spend. If you're like me and only use a Debit Card, it can get totally fouled up if you try to use it. Carnival will charge $200.00 to $300.00 "Blocks" of money against the Debit, and straighten it out later, sometimes several weeks after the cruise is completed. Unless you keep a lot of money in the account your Debit Card is against, you can run up a bunch of overage and bounced-check charges as a result. If you put cash on your S&S account, the last morning of the cruise (the arrival morning) there will be an charge sheet placed under your door, and if you have deposited more that you have used, a check for the difference will be attached. If you need to add to your account, there are ATM's on board that you can use your Debit Card to withdraw. Plan ahead and make one large withdrawal, since there is a charge for using the ATM. (around $6.00, I think) The simple answer to my long missal (and your question) is: plan on about $45.00 per person a day if you plan to drink or buy a lot of photos, or don't prepay your gratuities. Any excess you deposit will be refunded at the end of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldrailfan Posted August 27, 2013 #20 Share Posted August 27, 2013 ...Carnival also does not give our refund checks no longer-- refunds are now mailed and if its less then 5.00 they take that money and donate to St Judes When did this change? In Feb and May, I had the refund checks attached to my vouchers like always... Maybe it depends on the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccleveland Posted August 28, 2013 #21 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Holy crap everyone. I don't know where to begin. ThNk you for the help. I greatly appreciate it. Me and my fiancée have a change box that we been sving for. Few years so were going to bank to cash that in. When we get on the ship we will probably add half of all the cash that we bring and just simply use the s&s card. If we need cash we will make sure we bring a little extra for tipping, or whatever. Again, thanks for the help everyone!!! :) My 9/28 cruise is almost here!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
near the beach Posted August 28, 2013 #22 Share Posted August 28, 2013 You can go to guest services the last night and get a cash refund if you have one. This is much easier than the casino. We had to use a credit card to book a cruise while on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccleveland Posted August 29, 2013 #23 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Is there a website where you can load cash on your s&s card before you arrive at the ship that way you don't have to wait in line at the guest services on the boat?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormie weather Posted September 11, 2013 #24 Share Posted September 11, 2013 (edited) What if I want to set up each person in my group with their own account, with cash only (to limit spending)? Can I do that online on the Carnival site or do I have to do it in person? Edited September 11, 2013 by Stormie weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccruisequeen Posted September 11, 2013 #25 Share Posted September 11, 2013 What if I want to set up each person in my group with their own account, with cash only (to limit spending)? Can I do that online on the Carnival site or do I have to do it in person? When you do online check in, check everyone and mark them "no charging privileges." They go down and apply their own cash or cc at guest services or the blue kiosks. "I can see Carnival Miracle (after 10-2-13) and Inspiration from my porch" (to paraphrase Tina Fey as S. Palin) I still cruise for Warm Chocolate Melting Cake (with 2 sugar-free vanilla ice-creams!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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