Poll - Does CarnivalLive appeal to you?

[nitro2448]

I agree. If we don't go to a show, we spend our time in the casino. We have no intention of going to a concert so that means that we now have nothing to do on those nights that have the concert. It's a take away for us.

 

You have nothing to do ? There's always something to do.

[janetz]

No. After paying for the cruise I would NOT pay for entertainment. Just another way for the cruise line to make more money off of you. :cool:

[NavarreCruiser]

Considering you can see all these washed up acts at a State Fair for like ten bucks, this seems kinda dumb to me. But, hey maybe some old timers would love to see Kansas again..........

 

So Jennifer Hudson, Daughtery, Lady A are washed up. Try watching the Grammys Sunday. Thursday I'm paying $100.00 to see Barry Manilow. I guess you'd put him in the washed up column too. No one is making you go to the concerts. I grew up in Chicago, would love to see Chicago or REO for that price.

[manmtnmike]

This will just be a passing response that will fade away...

 

It's Carnival's way of responding to the complaints of "Where are the bands?,

-yet NOT returning to the great rock cover-bands

-on every ship featured

-in a real lounge, instead of a casino hallway..

-as it was, at least for for those of us who remember how far they've

de-evolved from 8 or 9 years ago...:(

 

M

[jimbo5544]

This will just be a passing response that will fade away...

 

It's Carnival's way of responding to the complaints of "Where are the bands?,

-yet NOT returning to the great rock cover-bands

-on every ship featured

-in a real lounge, instead of a casino hallway..

-as it was, at least for for those of us who remember how far they've

de-evolved from 8 or 9 years ago...:(

 

M

It's another option. Does it make a difference if it is response to something or not? Why is it a us vs them thing all the time. While not every ship, both the breeze and Sunshine have very good covers in a nice relaxed area.

[jonbgd]

Thursday I'm paying $100.00 to see Barry Manilow. I guess you'd put him in the washed up column too. No one is making you go to the concerts. I grew up in Chicago, would love to see Chicago or REO for that price.

 

Paying to see Manilow isn't something Id be bragging about but each to there own,.:pJK

 

I paid $10 to see REO open for Styx about 12 years ago

[jimbo5544]

Paying to see Manilow isn't something Id be bragging about but each to there own,.:pJK

 

I paid $10 to see REO open for Styx about 12 years ago

Was it on a cruise?

[nitro2448]

People can complain all they want about the so called " washed up bands " all they want, but the 80's had some of the best music, IMO. Now I know some people are going to say everyone thinks their generation had the best music, but what artist out there right now is better ? If we're talking bands, there's no real bands out there now. How many of today's artists put out an album where 95-100% of it is good ? I could name several from the 80's. I'd rather see REO than Justin Bieber.

[Gayle V]

I disagree. Carnival has worn out the Broadway shows concept. I think they are on the right track by focusing on music; however, the artists being offered don't appeal to me for the most part. I also don't like the fact that since the ships will be staying in port until 1 AM that much of the ship will be shut down. That means the casino and shops will be closed that night. I will likely avoid these cruises for that very reason. Yawn.

 

I like the fact that they are also changing their free live music offerings along with the for-a-fee concerts.

 

 

What are you talking about here? Carnival has never done Broadway shows on any of our cruises. They do a poor job of presenting a little Broadway type music, and only a few songs in an entire week cruise. Never a full show. To get that you have to cruise Royal Caribbean.

[Gayle V]

I'm not a concert goer either, but I do applaud Carnival for coming up with a new idea, even if some people don't like it.

 

Modern cruising (and traveling in general) is about unbundling choices. Instead of charging everybody more for things that you may or many not care for, you pay for a basic product and then you pay extra to enhance that experience. Some people are OK with just the basic product. But for those that want more and don't mind paying extra, there's the steakhouse and other alternative dining venues, there are ship sponsored shore excursions, there's the spa, there are fitness classes, there are bars where you can purchase drinks, and there's a casino where you can gamble your money away. You can even upgrade your basic inside stateroom to one with a window, a balcony or more space by paying extra.

 

Long gone are the days of paying one price and having everything included (well, they are still here, but you'll need to sail on an ultra-luxury cruise line which, lets face it, the average Carnival cruiser can't afford).

 

Yes, Carnival is a budget cruise line and I don't pretend that they are something that they are not. But for a budget product, I think that they are doing a great job giving people options.

 

I can't argue with the fact that the "one price" days are gone from Carnival. I totally disagree with the idea that it is a good thing. The downhill trend started with paying for soda and, then paying for fancier restaurants. Since free entertainment was one of the last advantages of a cruise vacation, I feel this is driving another nail in the Carnival coffin. At least as far as we're concerned.

 

I doubt if I'll ever cruise Carnival again after this next one. I really hesitated to book this one, because the Ecstasy had such terrible entertainment. It was so bad that I felt embarrassed for the performers. I figured, it was so bad that the terrible feedback would have to induce the Carnival beards to improve the situation. Little did I think they would go even farther in the wrong direction.

 

So sad. I would have liked to enjoy the Platinum benefits awhile. So glad that we'll make Diamond on Royal Caribbean in November. Royal's entertainment is phenomenally good. And free !

Edited January 25, 2014 by Gayle V

[Gayle V]

Even though I don't really care for any of the entertainers in the current lineup, I would pay $20 to enjoy an evening at a concert before I pay $50 to board the ship early which I think ts the most absurd idea, yet some people think that FTTF is the best thing since sliced bread.

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FTTF is just another money grab on Carnival's part. Some people fall for it.

 

Once again, it's all about having choices! Some people will choose to spend their money at a concert, others will spend it on FTTF, others will go to the steakhouse, etc, etc. Some will do it all, some will do nothing. But they are all enjoying their vacation they way that THEY CHOOSE to enjoy it.

 

It not about having choices. It's no choice at all as the other posts pointed out. If there's nothing else to do on the ship, then this is not a choice at all. What it's about is getting more money out of your pocket and into Carnival's.

[Gayle V]

I've seen this kind of comparison a hundred times since yesterday, and I just don't get the logic.

 

Here's how I see it:

1. You book a cruise

a) on your cruise, aside from all the regular offerings, there is also a featured concert by a well-known* act, to which you can purchase tickets.

b) on your cruise, there are all of the usual offerings only.

 

How can anyone possible tell me that b is better than a?

 

Again, if you don't like the artists, and don't like the price, then don't buy a ticket.

 

You need to go back and read Skymaster's posts, just a few above yours.

[Gayle V]

Perfectly said. While I would not specifically book a cruise for a concert, it may lead to a decision to choose it over another if it fit all the other requirements for that vacation and the entertainer was someone we would like to see. IMHO this just gives more choices for people who prefer this type of entertainment and are willing to pay for it.

 

By the results of this poll, there looks to be a big enough percentage of people willing to pay for it to make it a worth while option for Carnival to add to some of its ships. If its not for you then pick another cruise or just don't buy the ticket....after all there will be other options like the doing things at the port, comedy clubs, dance clubs, etc. While some venues will be closed, many will not.

 

Time will tell if it is a success for Carnival or not. But the passengers have a choice and no one is twisting their arms to pick a cruise with it or to go to the concert if they don't want and I can't believe there wouldn't be any other options for them. These are probably the same people complaining about the game shows, passenger talent shows, or marriage shows....and for all we know those might be the shows being replaced so they wouldn't miss them anyway:rolleyes:.

 

The results show that the majority of the people are not will to pay for it. And you are right, people have a choice. The choices are called Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Princess..etc...etc.

[Gayle V]

This will just be a passing response that will fade away...

 

It's Carnival's way of responding to the complaints of "Where are the bands?,

-yet NOT returning to the great rock cover-bands

-on every ship featured

-in a real lounge, instead of a casino hallway..

-as it was, at least for for those of us who remember how far they've

de-evolved from 8 or 9 years ago...:(

 

M

 

Excellent post. "Devolved". I like that word; it perfectly describes Carnival's downhill path over the last several years.

Edited January 25, 2014 by Gayle V

[jimbo5544]

What are you talking about here? Carnival has never done Broadway shows on any of our cruises. They do a poor job of presenting a little Broadway type music, and only a few songs in an entire week cruise. Never a full show. To get that you have to cruise Royal Caribbean.

 

 

I will pass. If I want to see a broadway show, btw a good one not hairspray, I will go to broadway not the imitation b level junk rccl does.

 

 

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[jimbo5544]

FTTF is just another money grab on Carnival's part. Some people fall for it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It not about having choices. It's no choice at all as the other posts pointed out. If there's nothing else to do on the ship, then this is not a choice at all. What it's about is getting more money out of your pocket and into Carnival's.

 

 

Wrong again, why not read the threads for fttf. You will find out how popular it really is and we'll liked. Even your vaunted rccl enjoys taking money and certainly in bigger ways.

 

 

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[Phlybice]

I will pass. If I want to see a broadway show, btw a good one not hairspray, I will go to broadway not the imitation b level junk rccl does.

 

 

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You're cutting yourself short if you are thinking only Broadway can put on good shows. I spend many weeks going to local area productions, and they can put on just as good a show with that talent. The usual lacking thing are the sets, but I don't go to shows to see sets.

 

Anything higher just gets better and better.

[jimbo5544]

You're cutting yourself short if you are thinking only Broadway can put on good shows. I spend many weeks going to local area productions, and they can put on just as good a show with that talent. The usual lacking thing are the sets, but I don't go to shows to see sets.

 

 

 

Anything higher just gets better and better.

 

 

I will stay with the great white way, but thanks. For what it's worth, I would pass on hairspray , even on Broadway, but that's just me.

 

 

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[Phlybice]

I will stay with the great white way, but thanks. For what it's worth, I would pass on hairspray , even on Broadway, but that's just me.

 

 

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A friend of mine made A LOT of money off that show. Saw it three times myself. It was VERY good.

 

I'm sure you can accept the fact that others may like that show, even if you didn't.

Edited January 25, 2014 by Phlybice

[jimbo5544]

A friend of mine made A LOT of money off that show. Saw it three times myself. It was VERY good.

 

I'm sure you can accept the fact that others may like that show, even if you didn't.

 

 

Absolutely. I recognize that people like all sorts of things. That's why options are a good thing. Your idea of a good concert (either on or off a ship) and mine can be totally different.

 

 

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[msolberg]

Yes it does.

[jonbgd]

I will pass. If I want to see a broadway show, btw a good one not hairspray, I will go to broadway not the imitation b level junk rccl does.

 

 

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The best show we saw onboard any ship was last week on the Liberty of the seas

It was Saturday night fever.

 

Your next cruise is on the Oasis at least you are doing something Sarge said he would never do;)

[bm6pm5]

Have they said that the casino would be closed on these nights? Don't know about Cozumel but in Nassau the casino has been open in port at night on cruises we have been on. They really don't want people in town that late there anyway.

Just imagine the pier runners at 1 AM in Cozumel.

[jimbo5544]

Have they said that the casino would be closed on these nights? Don't know about Cozumel but in Nassau the casino has been open in port at night on cruises we have been on. They really don't want people in town that late there anyway.

 

Just imagine the pier runners at 1 AM in Cozumel.

 

 

I don't think they have any casino's in Mexico. I think they said that the ship casino would be closed while in port.

 

 

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Edited January 26, 2014 by jimbo5544

[cruzfitter]

Paying to see Manilow isn't something Id be bragging about but each to there own,.:pJK

 

I paid $10 to see REO open for Styx about 12 years ago

 

Was it on a cruise?

 

Let me see if I've got this right. If it is offered on a CCL cruise it is good thing?