lilmsonry Posted August 8, 2005 #1 Share Posted August 8, 2005 Hi everybody! I am a 1st time cruiser with a family of 5 on a budget. I hear there is a carnival coupon booklet that some of you might have on hand that you are not going to use. I heard there are a few coupons in there that if so, I would be interested in. Geez, I hate to ask but every little bit helps for us. Thank you all so much for wonderful posts, laughs and giggles too! You can e-mail me also. Thanks again! LILMSONRY1@COX.NET Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunkie103 Posted August 8, 2005 #2 Share Posted August 8, 2005 We tossed ours because we found it totally useless. Don't want to burst your bubble, but I have yet to hear from anyone that they used it. Sorry! :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tef43 Posted August 8, 2005 #3 Share Posted August 8, 2005 *Most* of the "offers" in the coupon book are for things you can get anyway. Whoop-de-freakin-do. The photo coupon is about the only thing that's worth the paper it's printed on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted August 8, 2005 #4 Share Posted August 8, 2005 If you are a family on a budget, the coupon book will not help. A better plan is to avoid buying drinks and stick to iced tea and lemonade, resist the urge to play bingo and hang out in the casino for hours, and check out shore excursions on the internet before you go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunkie103 Posted August 8, 2005 #5 Share Posted August 8, 2005 Yogimax hit the nail on the head! Bingo is a colossal waste of money! The lemonade and fruit punch I found to be quite tasty...I actually mixed half and half. If you buy drinks go for the "drink of the day". A cruise does NOT have to be equal to the National Debt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted August 8, 2005 #6 Share Posted August 8, 2005 Yogimax hit the nail on the head! Bingo is a colossal waste of money! The lemonade and fruit punch I found to be quite tasty...I actually mixed half and half. If you buy drinks go for the "drink of the day". A cruise does NOT have to be equal to the National Debt. And I second what Bunkie has to say. The mix of iced tea and lemonade is pretty good. And... if you want free adult drinks, attend the captain's party and art auction (free champagne... just resist the urge to buy!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip2cruise Posted August 8, 2005 #7 Share Posted August 8, 2005 I agree, its a waste of postage to get one sent to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L2J Posted August 8, 2005 #8 Share Posted August 8, 2005 So let me get this straight....you buy a coupon book that has coupons for stuff that's free anyway?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoinCruisin Posted August 8, 2005 #9 Share Posted August 8, 2005 So let me get this straight....you buy a coupon book that has coupons for stuff that's free anyway?:confused: Pretty much :p LOL!!! Those coupon books are useless, with the exception of the 4 free wallets when you buy an 8x10... I do use that one. The other items are a joke IMHO. If you want a "free souvenir glass", buy one drink of the day, you get to keep the cup. You can get them on eBay, you may want to check there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L2J Posted August 8, 2005 #10 Share Posted August 8, 2005 Pretty much :p LOL!!! Those coupon books are useless, with the exception of the 4 free wallets when you buy an 8x10... I do use that one. The other items are a joke IMHO. If you want a "free souvenir glass", buy one drink of the day, you get to keep the cup. You can get them on eBay, you may want to check there. *shakes head* I'll pass on the cup from ebay. I seem to recall someone was selling a couple from an RCI (or whatever they're called this week) cruise and didn't bother to wash them before taking a picutre to display on the auction.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilmsonry Posted August 8, 2005 Author #11 Share Posted August 8, 2005 Well, looks like "they are not worth it" gets the unanimous vote! Oh well, maybe carnival will see that nobody cares about it and make one better next time. Thanks for taking the time to post. Not going to play bingo, and am planning;) only on buying drink of day for the few;) that I plan on drinking!:p Happy sailing everybody. P.S. Totally different subject, but, how can I tell what the weather looks like for the caribbean 4 weeks from now? Also, what is the chance it will "act" the way it looks? You people are the best, thanks for all your help and info, lots of it too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted August 9, 2005 #12 Share Posted August 9, 2005 P.S. Totally different subject, but, how can I tell what the weather looks like for the caribbean 4 weeks from now? Also, what is the chance it will "act" the way it looks? ! I know it's difficult but try not to stress too much about the weather four weeks out. It's really totally unpredictable. Last year, our five day caribbean cruise was altered by a hurricane. The result... we enjoyed a seven day cruise, with no extra charge for the additional days! True, we didn't visit Ocho Rios, but got to see Cozumel instead. There's nothing you can do about the weather, so sit back and enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L2J Posted August 9, 2005 #13 Share Posted August 9, 2005 P.S. Totally different subject, but, how can I tell what the weather looks like for the caribbean 4 weeks from now? Also, what is the chance it will "act" the way it looks? You can't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serene56 Posted August 9, 2005 #14 Share Posted August 9, 2005 The weather is something you cant change--- so lets not even look. Most times before I cruise the weather will show showers or thunder storms ALL week-long only to find when I get there it was beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tef43 Posted August 9, 2005 #15 Share Posted August 9, 2005 you buy a coupon book that has coupons for stuff that's free anyway?It's usually a freebie that the TA throws in to delude you into thinking you're getting something for nothing. The *real* morons are the people that *PAY* for one on eBay. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted August 9, 2005 #16 Share Posted August 9, 2005 P.S. Totally different subject, but, how can I tell what the weather looks like for the caribbean 4 weeks from now? Also, what is the chance it will "act" the way it looks? ! I can tell you exactly what the weather will be like in the Caribbean this time of year: Extremely hot, extremely humid, chance of thunderstorms daily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy1 Posted August 9, 2005 #17 Share Posted August 9, 2005 There was nothing in the Carnival coupon book we would use, since we too are a family on a budget. If you are careful, you can avoid extra charges by doing what other posters said .. if you want drinks enjoy the Captain's party & free champagne at the art auction. We never gambled, played bingo, or purchased alcoholic drinks. The kids were thrilled to order lemonade or hot chocolate w/ whipped cream, both free in the dining room. Take advantage of the free "perks" like room service, that just cost a small tip and the delicacies in the dining room. We've actually taken trips with no sign an sail balance -- just the money we spend on tips. The coupon book requires you to spend money to save money (take golf lessons, and get an extra half hour free). That's not considered "savings" in my book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serene56 Posted August 9, 2005 #18 Share Posted August 9, 2005 One of the coupons is get 10% off a 2nd shore excursion... but you can do shore excursions yourself for a lot cheaper then the 10% savings. another is free vest with a tux rental. free 4 walles with a purchase of a 8 x 10 (which you should be buying anyways for a fabulous soverneir of your family vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc'smom Posted August 9, 2005 #19 Share Posted August 9, 2005 I can tell you exactly what the weather will be like in the Caribbean this time of year: Extremely hot, extremely humid, chance of thunderstorms daily. And don't forget With the slight chance of a Hurricane that day... LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilmsonry Posted August 9, 2005 Author #20 Share Posted August 9, 2005 You are right, I will not "sweat" the weather right now :), we am going, that is what is important! Photo coupon is probably the only one I would use anyway, glad not missing anything! Thanks everybody!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinna2000 Posted August 9, 2005 #21 Share Posted August 9, 2005 We tossed ours because we found it totally useless. Don't want to burst your bubble, but I have yet to hear from anyone that they used it. Sorry! :( i agree with you on that, i gave my book away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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