jssn2014 Posted April 3, 2015 #1 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Do we need any cash on board? Cash for casinos, extra tipping? Heading on the reflection tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tchrchgo Posted April 3, 2015 #2 Share Posted April 3, 2015 No You can use seapass in casino and add extra tips to sea pass as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wj420 Posted April 3, 2015 #3 Share Posted April 3, 2015 If you charge any casino money to your obc or cabin, there is a 5% fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatdarnpunk Posted April 3, 2015 #4 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Someone mentioned that giving servers a dollar or two can improve drink service. Can this be done on the seapass with Prepaid gratuities? Or do you recommend bringing a bunch of singles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR_T Posted April 3, 2015 #5 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Someone mentioned that giving servers a dollar or two can improve drink service. Can this be done on the seapass with Prepaid gratuities? Or do you recommend bringing a bunch of singles? I've never felt id get better service by giving extra tips... But I do tip extra from time to time if we have felt we have received special service from particular crew members! If you do choose to you can indeed add it to your see pass when you get your receipt to sign... If you have the premium package you won't normally get a receipt tho as you don't need to sign anything... You can ask for one but might be a better idea to bring some cash if you feel you will want to tip extra! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leviathan2772 Posted April 3, 2015 #6 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Crew members appreciate cash tips. Does it get you better service? Most definitely! The server is going to take care of a cash tipping customer first. That money goes straight into their pocket. Some on this forum will argue this. It's your choice to tip extra. If you feel value in it, do it. Hey, an extra dollar tip goes a long way IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix_dream Posted April 3, 2015 #7 Share Posted April 3, 2015 I always bring extra money for tips just in case. I also bring casino $$ as I don't want to pay a fee to use OBC. You also will want at least some cash on hand in the ports as well I would think. How much depends where you are going and what you plan to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatdarnpunk Posted April 3, 2015 #8 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Is it possible to get change on the ship from larger bills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR_T Posted April 3, 2015 #9 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Is it possible to get change on the ship from larger bills? Yes, either at the casino or guest relations! [emoji4] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatdarnpunk Posted April 3, 2015 #10 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Yes, either at the casino or guest relations! [emoji4] Thanks! And an atm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted April 3, 2015 #11 Share Posted April 3, 2015 We always use cash for gambling...when it's gone, you stop!! Yes...they will break larger bills...so don't bring wads of small bills...too hard to carry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wj420 Posted April 3, 2015 #12 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Atm is onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_tchr Posted April 3, 2015 #13 Share Posted April 3, 2015 And the ATM on board is very expensive to use! You can also write a check for a couple hundred $$ at guest relations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjrpar Posted April 3, 2015 #14 Share Posted April 3, 2015 We usually spend $50-150 at each port. You can't possibly go on a cruise and bring no cash. We bring about $1000 and always have some left over. We don't gamble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR_T Posted April 3, 2015 #15 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Thanks! And an atm? Not sure you can get change at the atm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bEwAbG Posted April 3, 2015 #16 Share Posted April 3, 2015 I believe the fee to withdraw cash from the ATM onboard was $4 or $4.50. My bank reimburses ATM fees, so for me it wasn't a big deal. If you withdraw more than $90, then it's cheaper than taking cash out via the casino. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordoncruickshank Posted April 3, 2015 #17 Share Posted April 3, 2015 I believe the fee to withdraw cash from the ATM onboard was $4 or $4.50. My bank reimburses ATM fees, so for me it wasn't a big deal. If you withdraw more than $90, then it's cheaper than taking cash out via the casino. It was $6 last month Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bEwAbG Posted April 3, 2015 #18 Share Posted April 3, 2015 It was $6 last month Thanks for clarifying. I knew it was higher than I'm used to seeing but didn't have the exact number with me. So, you'd have to withdraw more than $120 for it to be more economical than charging through the casino. IMO, it's easiest to just bring cash with you when you board. You can always deposit it back in your account after your trip if you don't use cash day-to-day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussies_on_the_prairie Posted August 22, 2015 #19 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Hi .. we will be on Celebrity Solstice in December from Auckland to Sydney. I imagine that the ATM will dispense US dollars even though the ships currency will be on Australian dollars ... is that correct ... or am I still confused?. I would like to bring some US dollars for tipping bar staff and am not sure if better to get money from the arm and change to small bills at the casino or bring it with me ... although I would have to purchase US dollars from a currency exchange here in Australia. Thanks. Suzi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussies_on_the_prairie Posted August 22, 2015 #20 Share Posted August 22, 2015 *atm* 😨 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Raider Posted August 22, 2015 #21 Share Posted August 22, 2015 You may also want to keep some smaller bills on hand to tip for: cab drivers stevedores room service tour guides Yes, they will have change in the casino but sometimes they run low. No worries, restocked the following day. the front desk also has some small bills on hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dl13 Posted August 22, 2015 #22 Share Posted August 22, 2015 For our upcoming cruise on the silhouette we will have a large refundable obc. Is it possible to obtain cash from our account at guest relations (for extra tips, taxis)? If so, is there a charge for this service? Or do we have to go to the casino to obtain cash and incur the extra 5% charge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gergles Posted August 22, 2015 #23 Share Posted August 22, 2015 We usually spend $50-150 at each port. You can't possibly go on a cruise and bring no cash. We bring about $1000 and always have some left over. We don't gamble Really? I've gone on both of mine with no cash. You don't need cash for anything onboard unless you plan to gamble or to bribe the service staff, sorry, I mean, to "provide extra tips." Is it possible to obtain cash from our account at guest relations (for extra tips, taxis)? If so, is there a charge for this service? Or do we have to go to the casino to obtain cash and incur the extra 5% charge? You have to go to the casino and pay the fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkay68 Posted August 22, 2015 #24 Share Posted August 22, 2015 From what Captain's Club told me that as of May 2015, if you have access to Michaels, then the fee is waived. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted August 22, 2015 #25 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Do we need any cash on board? Cash for casinos, extra tipping? Heading on the reflection tomorrow. Nope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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