ohioblue52 Posted February 14, 2015 #201 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Is there a charge for tap water onboard Carnival ships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted February 14, 2015 #202 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Is there a charge for tap water onboard Carnival ships? Not yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohioblue52 Posted February 14, 2015 #203 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Probably will start charging by Nov. when we are on our next cruise. Then a free bottle of water really will be a perk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksmom09 Posted February 15, 2015 #204 Share Posted February 15, 2015 We "Golds" get less and less! Maybe time for another cruise line! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdawg954 Posted February 15, 2015 #205 Share Posted February 15, 2015 The fact that you can bring bottle water on board makes this a lose for Red/Gold. No way around it. I always used my brunch coupon and it will be missed on my next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qchell Posted February 16, 2015 #206 Share Posted February 16, 2015 We "Golds" get less and less! I have to agree. At this point you almost have to go to the party or you really get no perks for being a loyal customer until you hit Platinum. Then you get some significant perks. Wish Gold could get some perks in the median range between red and platinum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynthe66 Posted February 19, 2015 #207 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I have to agree. At this point you almost have to go to the party or you really get no perks for being a loyal customer until you hit Platinum. Then you get some significant perks. Wish Gold could get some perks in the median range between red and platinum.[/quot I think that gold should have one perk just to themselves. We have to work just has hard to get to platinum level as they did. I've only sailed Carnival and plan on only sailing Carnival so I feel I'm just as loyal as they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bsbllmom Posted February 19, 2015 #208 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I saw this when I was looking at the VIFP benefits. I was thinking we would get our 3 drink coupons for our 3 sea days in April. I can get water anywhere. I did not receive the email though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicky3vicky Posted February 19, 2015 #209 Share Posted February 19, 2015 We "Golds" get less and less! Maybe time for another cruise line! When I cruised 2 years ago, a ships pin was given only for the cruise in which an individual turns gold. Now, as a gold, I get a new pin, exclusive to ship and year every time I cruise. I like that. I know that the line had to choose between cutting some amenities and raising prices. I am glad that they chose to keep prices low. For those who want more, there is the steakhouse, and on some ships, accomodations with private areas and other benefits for those choosing to pay the extra money. That, to me, is an acceptable compromise. I know that the new MDR menus will give slightly less variety. Yes, that will save the line money, but it is also will cause less waste because of choosing side dishes. I know that some people miss meeting their cabin stewards within minutes of first stepping into their cabins [i do] My understanding is that is because in response to the complaints about luggage taking so long to be delivered, and that now the cabin stewards are more likely to be delivering luggage than to be introducing themselves. I, for one, could not afford to cruise often if the prices were not left low. For those of you who want more, either go to another line, or pay extra for the things that have been removed in order to keep the prices down. I am so glad that Arisons' dream of making cruises affordable for most people when he did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynthe66 Posted February 19, 2015 #210 Share Posted February 19, 2015 (edited) I never got my original pin for turning gold and the last two I've gotten only has the year not the ship. Edited February 19, 2015 by cynthe66 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicky3vicky Posted February 19, 2015 #211 Share Posted February 19, 2015 My last sentence was meant to be "I am so glad that Ted Arisons' dream of an affordable cruise for most people did not die when he did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkportersat Posted February 19, 2015 #212 Share Posted February 19, 2015 Like :) Very well put. When I cruised 2 years ago, a ships pin was given only for the cruise in which an individual turns gold. Now, as a gold, I get a new pin, exclusive to ship and year every time I cruise. I like that. I know that the line had to choose between cutting some amenities and raising prices. I am glad that they chose to keep prices low. For those who want more, there is the steakhouse, and on some ships, accomodations with private areas and other benefits for those choosing to pay the extra money. That, to me, is an acceptable compromise. I know that the new MDR menus will give slightly less variety. Yes, that will save the line money, but it is also will cause less waste because of choosing side dishes. I know that some people miss meeting their cabin stewards within minutes of first stepping into their cabins [i do] My understanding is that is because in response to the complaints about luggage taking so long to be delivered, and that now the cabin stewards are more likely to be delivering luggage than to be introducing themselves. I, for one, could not afford to cruise often if the prices were not left low. For those of you who want more, either go to another line, or pay extra for the things that have been removed in order to keep the prices down. I am so glad that Arisons' dream of making cruises affordable for most people when he did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragen Posted February 19, 2015 #213 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I, for one, could not afford to cruise often if the prices were not left low. For those of you who want more, either go to another line, or pay extra for the things that have been removed in order to keep the prices down. I am so glad that Arisons' dream of making cruises affordable for most people when he did. If what you say above was true, then please tell me why most times on short 5 day or less Cruises (Smaller and older ships) on RCI are Similer prices or MANY TIMES EVEN LESS than Carnival on Basically the same cruises and ports? examples, Prices of Carnival Fascination or Sensation, vs. Enchantment of the seas? or Carnival Paradise vs. Brilliance of the Seas, from Tampa. especially in the off seasons like Sept & October, yet RCI can still offer benefits that Carnival has now cut back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicky3vicky Posted February 19, 2015 #214 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I believe that you can find wonderful deals on RCLL. I have always wanted to try them. But when I have looked,all in all I find better deals on Carnival. We just booked a 12 day Southern Caribbean cruise in a 230 sq. foot outside window stateroom[ 2 bathrooms, but only 1 toilet] on the Breeze for $654 per person. If you can find me one of comparable value on one of RCCLs' newer ships, I will happily forego my deposit and boo with them instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicky3vicky Posted February 19, 2015 #215 Share Posted February 19, 2015 Sorry. My "K" key keeps sticking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicky3vicky Posted February 19, 2015 #216 Share Posted February 19, 2015 Wow. Just looked again. There are some excellent prices for 7 night cruises. We are sticing with our 12 day cruise, but to tell the truth, being near platinum status with Carnival [and I am WAY too old to start accumulating points elsewhere] would make switching difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOVINCRUIZIN Posted February 20, 2015 #217 Share Posted February 20, 2015 We "Golds" get less and less! Maybe time for another cruise line! Because it's better where:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted February 20, 2015 #218 Share Posted February 20, 2015 (edited) Its DEFINATELY better on other cruise lines their programs offer more for members with the same amount of points as a gold member has with Carnival. In addition, Carnival never gives any incentives out, but currently RC is offering the ultimate beverage program complimentary with its sailings for both persons in the stateroom AND $200 shipboard credit. NCL is giving you a choice as to their ultimate beverage program or the ultimate specialty dining program or even $500 shipboard credit...you have to admit Carnival isn't competing with them. As for Carnival diminishing its perks, I just booked up a cruise with NCL based on the fact I getting a lot more and for the same price as a Carnival cruise would cost me. Edited February 20, 2015 by lyndamr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOVINCRUIZIN Posted February 20, 2015 #219 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I guess it's all subjective. I gamble while cruising. Carnival gives me a free cruise. RC gives me $250 off the next cruise. I personally don;t care about a drink (although Carnival also gives me a free casino drink card), or a pin, or bottle of water. So, for me, Carnival is king. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted February 20, 2015 #220 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Carnival is the king of the casino programs, our Valor upcoming cruise is a premier and even if we aren't on a premier cruise offer, we always get the perks from the casino anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samoan_bulldozer Posted February 21, 2015 #221 Share Posted February 21, 2015 We have to work just has hard to get to platinum level as they did. I've only sailed Carnival and plan on only sailing Carnival so I feel I'm just as loyal as they are. Yes, going on holiday is tough work. *Facepalm* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatsandplanes Posted February 21, 2015 #222 Share Posted February 21, 2015 Got our free drinks, 2 free bottles of water, and casino cash. Not to mention the awesome casino cruise deal. 7 day cruise for 2 on a extended bowling alley balcony.... All for a grand total of $132.00. I surely am not complaining :) Carnival rocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladygal4.4 Posted July 24, 2015 #223 Share Posted July 24, 2015 I would use the free drink coupon...as cash. I noticed on my 2nd cruise that I suddenly had a positive amount on my Sign 'n Sail card. So instead of the drinks for my family, we put it toward a beautiful silver anklet and some wifi. So I'm kinda bummed about the loss. However since you can't bring your own water on board anymore, the free 6 liters of water my family will get will come in handy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlorenceItaly Posted July 24, 2015 Author #224 Share Posted July 24, 2015 Wow, this thread is a blast from the past...Jan 2015. Just want to note that. Happy Cruising ALL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qchell Posted July 24, 2015 #225 Share Posted July 24, 2015 However since you can't bring your own water on board anymore, the free 6 liters of water my family will get will come in handy You can pre-order cases (12 packs) of water to be delivered to your room for $3 now through the Bon Voyage store. Look at the bottom of the website and look for the in-room gifts and shopping link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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