pacheco18 Posted September 5, 2014 #1 Share Posted September 5, 2014 I am a small ship cruiser, a regular on Oceania, and I have never sailed on Royal Caribbean or a mega ship. I have wanted to go on an Oasis class ship because many of our friends have told us what fun they have had. So ... I booked a 7 night cruise on Allure for next October (sandwiched between two small ship cruises). I booked a suite to get some of the extra perks but I need some help navigating the system. Do I book anything in advance? Shows? Spa? Specialty restaurants? Or is everything booked once on board? Are there beverage packages --eg for soda for my husband? wine for me? Will I find all this information about any or all of this on the RCI website? Just point me in the right direction if the information is available somewhere other than on this forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted September 5, 2014 #2 Share Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) I would try to book all the entertainment in advance, especially the comedy show. Here is an explanation of the beverage packages. Prices might differ slightly: http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/royal/en_US/pdf/beverage_packages.pdf Edited September 5, 2014 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connes1 Posted September 5, 2014 #3 Share Posted September 5, 2014 I am a small ship cruiser, a regular on Oceania, and I have never sailed on Royal Caribbean or a mega ship. I have wanted to go on an Oasis class ship because many of our friends have told us what fun they have had. So ... I booked a 7 night cruise on Allure for next October (sandwiched between two small ship cruises). I booked a suite to get some of the extra perks but I need some help navigating the system. Do I book anything in advance? Shows? Spa? Specialty restaurants? Or is everything booked once on board? Are there beverage packages --eg for soda for my husband? wine for me? Will I find all this information about any or all of this on the RCI website? Just point me in the right direction if the information is available somewhere other than on this forum. If you have a grand suite or better you have special seating "gold card" seating. You do not need to make reservations for shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 5, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted September 5, 2014 If you have a grand suite or better you have special seating "gold card" seating. You do not need to make reservations for shows. I do -- so that's covered I just started reading the website carefully and I found info on the beverage packages and spa appointments. It's a completely new world for us. Can someone tell me what a soda costs on board and what a latte costs? I know there is a Starbucks for a charge as well. I want to see if it makes sense for us to get a beverage package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connes1 Posted September 5, 2014 #5 Share Posted September 5, 2014 You have a coffee machine in the concierge room that has espresso,latte and cappuccino. They serve soda in the concierge room at lunchtime for free as well as beer and wine. In the evening there is a cocktail hour from 5-8 that serves cocktails, soda and appetizers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PompeySailor Posted September 5, 2014 #6 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Here are all the Starbucks prices Latte ($2,85 / $3.55 / $3.95) Hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 5, 2014 Author #7 Share Posted September 5, 2014 You have a coffee machine in the concierge room that has espresso,latte and cappuccino. They serve soda in the concierge room at lunchtime for free as well as beer and wine. In the evening there is a cocktail hour from 5-8 that serves cocktails, soda and appetizers. Thanks -- I never would have known that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 5, 2014 Author #8 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Here are all the Starbucks prices Latte ($2,85 / $3.55 / $3.95) Hope this helps Great -- very helpful With all the port days and the perks of the Concierge Lounge and the Starbucks, I think I can handle my latte fix for less than $20 a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PompeySailor Posted September 5, 2014 #9 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Here is a list of the perks you will get from being in a GS Priority check-in Personalized attention throughout the cruise with complimentary Concierge Club service on select ships Reserved prime seating in the main theater for entertainment shows, where available Priority tender tickets on select cruises. (Tender service is provided when smaller vessels are necessary to reach shore in locations without docking ports large enough for cruise ships.) VIP pool deck seating, where available Full breakfast, lunch and dinner dining room menus available for in-room dining Private breakfast and lunch seating in specialty restaurants on our Voyager and Freedom Class ships Mattel® board games available to order for in-room entertainment for the kids Complimentary luggage valet service Luxury spa bathrobes for use onboard Complimentary pressing service on formal night Priority departure with exclusive suite* departure lounge featuring continental breakfast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 5, 2014 Author #10 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Here is a list of the perks you will get from being in a GS Priority check-in Personalized attention throughout the cruise with complimentary Concierge Club service on select ships Reserved prime seating in the main theater for entertainment shows, where available Priority tender tickets on select cruises. (Tender service is provided when smaller vessels are necessary to reach shore in locations without docking ports large enough for cruise ships.) VIP pool deck seating, where available Full breakfast, lunch and dinner dining room menus available for in-room dining Private breakfast and lunch seating in specialty restaurants on our Voyager and Freedom Class ships Mattel® board games available to order for in-room entertainment for the kids Complimentary luggage valet service Luxury spa bathrobes for use onboard Complimentary pressing service on formal night Priority departure with exclusive suite* departure lounge featuring continental breakfast I read that What is luggage valet service? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PompeySailor Posted September 5, 2014 #11 Share Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) I read that What is luggage valet service? Basically if you sign up for this, and your airline are with the program, once your bags leave the ship, the next time you will see them is on the carousel at your final destination. Normally this is $20 for non suite guests. Luggage Valet is a service offered onboard which enables guests to bypass traditional airport check-ins. Guest who participate will be processed onboard the ship and receive their airline boarding passes, luggage tags as well as baggage claim checks for their checked-in luggage. This service is available in these selected ports: Fort Lauderdale Port Canaveral Miami Seattle Seward and on these selected airlines: Air Tran Alaska Airlines American Delta United US Airways Jet Blue Southwest Airlines Participating airlines vary by port. Consult the Guest Relations Desk onboard for more information Edited September 5, 2014 by PompeySailor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 5, 2014 Author #12 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Understood We will be boarding another cruise in Barcelona two days later so not applicable. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherib_Rachels Posted September 6, 2014 #13 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Hi! I am new to Cruise Critic but I am long time member of RCI. Is there anything I can help you with?? Cheryl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 6, 2014 Author #14 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Hi! I am new to Cruise Critic but I am long time member of RCI. Is there anything I can help you with?? Cheryl Thanks I can help you navigate Cruise Critic. LOL I think I am set for now and I really appreciate the responsiveness to my questions on this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Viewer Posted September 6, 2014 #15 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Also on the Allure and Oasis the CL serves hot breakfast (very good and hot) and also has a lunch menu daily with wine or "champagne". I recommend the cod and chips, and any dessert!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 6, 2014 Author #16 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Also on the Allure and Oasis the CL serves hot breakfast (very good and hot) and also has a lunch menu daily with wine or "champagne". I recommend the cod and chips, and any dessert!! Thanks -- another perk I might never have known about I hope I don't get addict to big ships. All sounds good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinman66 Posted September 6, 2014 #17 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I would book main shows and some specialty dinners but leave the rest till on board Book any special activities you want also prior Also go to roll call section and look up the ship and cruise and join that hhread everyone will help you there Welcome to cc and rccl Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare A&L_Ont Posted September 6, 2014 #18 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I do -- so that's covered I just started reading the website carefully and I found info on the beverage packages and spa appointments. It's a completely new world for us. Can someone tell me what a soda costs on board and what a latte costs? I know there is a Starbucks for a charge as well. I want to see if it makes sense for us to get a beverage package. You need top rebook the comedy club, or you will not get in, even as a suite guest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 6, 2014 Author #19 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I would book main shows and some specialty dinners but leave the rest till on boardBook any special activities you want also prior Also go to roll call section and look up the ship and cruise and join that hhread everyone will help you there Welcome to cc and rccl Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thanks I have joined the Roll Call One of the few times I haven't been the one to start the roll call. LOL What special activities are you referring to? We are not going to do the zipline or rock climbing wall, LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 6, 2014 Author #20 Share Posted September 6, 2014 You need top rebook the comedy club, or you will not get in, even as a suite guest. What type of show is comedy club? Improv? Basic standup comedy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacheco18 Posted September 6, 2014 Author #21 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Dining reservations/entertainment Are reservations required in ALL the dining venues -- complimentary and for a fee? How far in advance can I make reservations for dining and for entertainment? Is there a "basic" production show as well as all the special shows that require reservations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacsmom Posted September 6, 2014 #22 Share Posted September 6, 2014 The drink package cannot be used at Starbucks, but both the Starbucks on the Oasis and the Allure accept Starbucks gift cards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connes1 Posted September 6, 2014 #23 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Dining reservations/entertainment Are reservations required in ALL the dining venues -- complimentary and for a fee? How far in advance can I make reservations for dining and for entertainment? Is there a "basic" production show as well as all the special shows that require reservations? If you are in a suite you do not need to make reservations... You have reserved seats in the gold card area. If making dining reservations you can do it ahead of time or with the concierge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare A&L_Ont Posted September 7, 2014 #24 Share Posted September 7, 2014 (edited) What type of show is comedy club? Improv? Basic standup comedy? Stand-up. There are 2 comedians for the week and basically they repeat the show. The standby line for those without reservations is always long, and not always does everybody get in. You can only book the comedy club once and you must be over 18 years of age. There are 2 or 3 shows a night. On Oasis the comedy Club host is usually Simeon and he alone could be a show on his own. Edited September 7, 2014 by A&L_Ont Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gayle V Posted September 7, 2014 #25 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Is there a "basic" production show as well as all the special shows that require reservations? No. The special shows more than make up for it's absence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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