Drinks on us?

[2funcruzin]

So how much do you spend to get this "drinks on us" perk? Do you have to ask for it or how does it happen? We spent about $2000 in the casino last cruise but nothing. :confused:

[Life is Good Cruising]

Do you play tables or slots? Slots would get you free drinks much quicker than tables. I spend a lot less $ than you on slots, play <$1.00 a spin and get free drinks on RCI and a very generous cash back, anywhere from $500-$1000 each sailing. The key here is the amount of time you spend gambling and it doesn't matter whether you win or lose. Since I belong to RCI's VIP club, I am given drinks coupons upon entry to their casino by the casino host.

 

Let's say you lost approx $300 a day for a 7 night sailing and only spent an hour or less a day in the casino. Don't see you getting much at all. Now if you spent 3-4 hours a day/night gambling, then you would be getting more perks. If you play table games, they want you spending $50 per hand for a few hours. I have seen people betting $25 a hand and getting free drinks, but they are gambling for many hours each day.

 

What cruise line were you on? Others can assist you with their experience on that particular cruise line.

Edited July 5, 2014 by Life is Good Cruising

[2funcruzin]

Do you play tables or slots? Slots would get you free drinks much quicker than tables. I spend a lot less $ than you on slots, play <$1.00 a spin and get free drinks on RCI and a very generous cash back, anywhere from $500-$1000 each sailing. The key here is the amount of time you spend gambling and it doesn't matter whether you win or lose. Since I belong to RCI's VIP club, I am given drinks coupons upon entry to their casino by the casino host.

 

Let's say you lost approx $300 a day for a 7 night sailing and only spent an hour or less a day in the casino. Don't see you getting much at all. Now if you spent 3-4 hours a day/night gambling, then you would be getting more perks. If you play table games, they want you spending $50 per hand for a few hours. I have seen people betting $25 a hand and getting free drinks, but they are gambling for many hours each day.

 

What cruise line were you on? Others can assist you with their experience on that particular cruise line.

 

Oh ok. I cruise on Carnival. Hubby and I play table games and both usually play $10-$20 per hand. We also got markers so you would think our play was noticed. Very odd that we've not received anything.:confused:

[Life is Good Cruising]

Like I said, it all has to do with the amount of time spent gambling. Hopefully others that cruise on Carnival can comment on how their casino program works for comps.

[KirkNC]

So how much do you spend to get this "drinks on us" perk? Do you have to ask for it or how does it happen? We spent about $2000 in the casino last cruise but nothing. :confused:

 

I have found it can vary a lot. I think it really depends on the supervisor and managers of the casino.

[Tutontow]

So how much do you spend to get this "drinks on us" perk? Do you have to ask for it or how does it happen? We spent about $2000 in the casino last cruise but nothing. :confused:

 

My wife and I are pretty much in the same boat as you (pun Intended) when it comes to style of play. We always play Blackjack together and we usually blow through roughly 2k a trip.

 

I have found that when playing the table games your rating is much enhanced by establishing a rapport with the pit critters and casino host right off the bat. As a matter of fact I would seek out the casino host the first night and see if you have any casino cash coming. I went to our host as soon as I entered the casino, advised her I was on a free cruise and asked if she had a drink card for us. She looked it up and said no drink card but I do have $100.00 in casino cash for you. Which btw was paid in cash. I should have had a drink card but she had no record of it, consequently I will always bring an email with me either from Michael at the Ocean Players Club or Martin at Carnivals Players Club.

 

Soon there after we received several comped drinks and then on the third night I was given a drink card but my wife never did receive one. Strange since we always bet alike and sit side by side.

 

I have found that it never hurts to ask. Be polite and nice and all they can say is no. If you are like us that drink card is worth at least $300.00 and I make it clear I want one ASAP.

 

I know this post is getting long but IMHO at our level of play you always want one person buying in and cashing out. The reason for this is because I have been told by Michael at the Ocean Players Club that if you lose $1500.00 or more on a trip you will be awarded a free inside cabin for two on your next trip. I have now been given my last two cruises for free and the upgrades are super cheap (upgraded to a balcony for $200.00 each).

 

Also if you are given a free cruise you will be given a drink card on your first night, just be sure to get it in writing and bring it with you.

Edited July 5, 2014 by Tutontow

[2funcruzin]

My wife and I are pretty much in the same boat as you (pun Intended) when it comes to style of play. We always play Blackjack together and we usually blow through roughly 2k a trip.

 

I have found that when playing the table games your rating is much enhanced by establishing a rapport with the pit critters and casino host right off the bat. As a matter of fact I would seek out the casino host the first night and see if you have any casino cash coming. I went to our host as soon as I entered the casino, advised her I was on a free cruise and asked if she had a drink card for us. She looked it up and said no drink card but I do have $100.00 in casino cash for you. Which btw was paid in cash. I should have had a drink card but she had no record of it, consequently I will always bring an email with me either from Michael at the Ocean Players Club or Martin at Carnivals Players Club.

 

Soon there after we received several comped drinks and then on the third night I was given a drink card but my wife never did receive one. Strange since we always bet alike and sit side by side.

 

I have found that it never hurts to ask. Be polite and nice and all they can say is no. If you are like us that drink card is worth at least $300.00 and I make it clear I want one ASAP.

 

I know this post is getting long but IMHO at our level of play you always want one person buying in and cashing out. The reason for this is because I have been told by Michael at the Ocean Players Club that if you lose $1500.00 or more on a trip you will be awarded a free inside cabin for two on your next trip. I have now been given my last two cruises for free and the upgrades are super cheap (upgraded to a balcony for $200.00 each).

 

Also if you are given a free cruise you will be given a drink card on your first night, just be sure to get it in writing and bring it with you.

 

Thank you this is great information. I guess I need to figure out how to contact Michael at the Ocean Players Club then.

[Tutontow]

Thank you this is great information. I guess I need to figure out how to contact Michael at the Ocean Players Club then.

 

This is the email I received. I would try calling and be ready to be on hold for 45 minutes, they are extremely busy. I also never had any luck with his five digit extension or email. I just went through the whole menu process. Once you call you will get the idea.

 

As discussed, this e-mail is to confirm your On Us Drink Card for your upcoming voyage on ************. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

 

Michael A. Bayona

Casino VIP Services Supervisor | Global Casino Operations | Carnival Corporation & plc

1-888-672-2582 ext. 16034 | mbayona@carnival.com | www.oceanplayersclub.com

You can also try dealing directly with Carnivals Players Club. Quite honestly they seem to be a little more flexible.

exechost@carnival.com

[Life is Good Cruising]

This is the email I received. I would try calling and be ready to be on hold for 45 minutes, they are extremely busy. I also never had any luck with his five digit extension or email. I just went through the whole menu process. Once you call you will get the idea.

 

As discussed, this e-mail is to confirm your On Us Drink Card for your upcoming voyage on ************. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

 

Michael A. Bayona

Casino VIP Services Supervisor | Global Casino Operations | Carnival Corporation & plc

1-888-672-2582 ext. 16034 | mbayona@carnival.com | www.oceanplayersclub.com

You can also try dealing directly with Carnivals Players Club. Quite honestly they seem to be a little more flexible.

exechost@carnival.com

 

Even though I do not belong to Carnival's Player club, if there is a long phone wait, I would call early in the am, like when they open.

Good Luck to you with your future cruises!

[2funcruzin]

This is the email I received. I would try calling and be ready to be on hold for 45 minutes, they are extremely busy. I also never had any luck with his five digit extension or email. I just went through the whole menu process. Once you call you will get the idea.

 

As discussed, this e-mail is to confirm your On Us Drink Card for your upcoming voyage on ************. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

 

Michael A. Bayona

Casino VIP Services Supervisor | Global Casino Operations | Carnival Corporation & plc

1-888-672-2582 ext. 16034 | mbayona@carnival.com | www.oceanplayersclub.com

You can also try dealing directly with Carnivals Players Club. Quite honestly they seem to be a little more flexible.

exechost@carnival.com

 

Thank you so much!

[Crusin' from Fl]

I know I've lost more than $1500 on Carnival and have never been offered a free cruise. I did get the drinks on us card. I'm not sure if I am a Players Card Member. I guess I will check before my next one.

 

I also don't always use Carnival either, so maybe that makes a difference.

[CruisingSteelerGirl]

My wife and I are pretty much in the same boat as you (pun Intended) when it comes to style of play. We always play Blackjack together and we usually blow through roughly 2k a trip.

 

I have found that when playing the table games your rating is much enhanced by establishing a rapport with the pit critters and casino host right off the bat. As a matter of fact I would seek out the casino host the first night and see if you have any casino cash coming. I went to our host as soon as I entered the casino, advised her I was on a free cruise and asked if she had a drink card for us. She looked it up and said no drink card but I do have $100.00 in casino cash for you. Which btw was paid in cash. I should have had a drink card but she had no record of it, consequently I will always bring an email with me either from Michael at the Ocean Players Club or Martin at Carnivals Players Club.

 

Soon there after we received several comped drinks and then on the third night I was given a drink card but my wife never did receive one. Strange since we always bet alike and sit side by side.

 

I have found that it never hurts to ask. Be polite and nice and all they can say is no. If you are like us that drink card is worth at least $300.00 and I make it clear I want one ASAP.

 

I know this post is getting long but IMHO at our level of play you always want one person buying in and cashing out. The reason for this is because I have been told by Michael at the Ocean Players Club that if you lose $1500.00 or more on a trip you will be awarded a free inside cabin for two on your next trip. I have now been given my last two cruises for free and the upgrades are super cheap (upgraded to a balcony for $200.00 each).

 

Also if you are given a free cruise you will be given a drink card on your first night, just be sure to get it in writing and bring it with you.

 

Great information! My last cruise I accumulated over 6000 points. Received a letter stating that I received a 3-8 inside cabin future cruise-which we are taking advantage of in Aug. Great to know to ask for the drink card first minute in the casino. I have my email and will take it with me.

 

My friend and I love Roulette. We are rather a lively duo. I was on the Cheers program and my friend wasn't. She received the drink card day one-I think she spent 200-300. We tip very well to the servers, dealer etc all the time and we get to know the server-not just to get faster drinks but to actually get to know them. With that being said, we never had an empty glass-the drinks were always coming. Never had to wait.

 

We each received the free cruise but I was the only one free to use it. I booked and upgraded to a balcony. Cant wait.