Eat Drink Play promotion for All Oasis ships

[4ofusreadytocruise]

For those wondering if this is valid on all cruises already booked or just on future/current bookings I had this reply from RCCL today. I had asked specifically whether it would be valid on my cruise (booked 8 mths ago) and whether they would be interchangeable:

 

"Thank you for your email. We apologize for the delay in our response.

 

Guests booked in Boardwalk and Central Park View Balcony staterooms will be able to enjoy Eat Drink Play complimentary amenities. However, these amenities are specific to the type of category a guest is booked in and all reservations must be made onboard as we currently to do not accept lunch reservations pre cruise. We kindly ask you to inquire once onboard at the Guest Services Desk with your request to change amenities with the Boardwalk Balcony amenities. We are sorry for any disappointment this may cause"

 

Sounds good to me! Other than the line ups at Customer Service that is. I am just happy to be getting an extra perk. These cruises have gotten so much pricier in the last couple years, every little bit helps!

[Lloyd555]

Has anyone experienced the Eat Drink Play promotion yet?

What do you get (info, voucher, etc.) in your cabin when you first board that is related to it?

[Doug S]

ttle of wine would be $3-4.00

 

The costs of a bottle of wine would be $3. to 4.00 for RCI! Sugar water is very

cheap! So revenue/profits would increase for RCI! It's a good deal for all!

 

I think the poster was looking at the revenue side (how much a guest would pay if they ordered that bottle or bought by the glass), not the cost side (how much RCI pays per bottle). RCI is out the potential revenues, plus the actual cost of the bottle, so $3-4 is not the only skin in the game. Comping the bottle takes away possible revenue. But that is assuming the guest would shell out for more drinks if the bottle were not offered free.

Edited August 22, 2016 by Doug S

[rpp77]

It hasn't started yet. "Starting 5 November (Oasis and Harmony of the Seas) or 6 November (Allure of the Seas) guests, staying in balcony staterooms overlooking the Boardwalk or Central Park, will get the new EAT • DRINK • PLAY complimentary amenities."

[molly361]

Has anyone experienced the Eat Drink Play promotion yet?

What do you get (info, voucher, etc.) in your cabin when you first board that is related to it?

 

I replied to your question on the other thread as well. This promo does not start until November 2016

[nelblu]

It looks, although not noted in their promo, that it goes for cruises thru Dec. 31. '17. Got 3 CP cabins on Allure for Easter '18 and was not able to bring it up.

[Lloyd555]

I replied to your question on the other thread as well. This promo does not start until November 2016

 

 

It hasn't started yet. "Starting 5 November (Oasis and Harmony of the Seas) or 6 November (Allure of the Seas) guests, staying in balcony staterooms overlooking the Boardwalk or Central Park, will get the new EAT • DRINK • PLAY complimentary amenities."

 

 

Thanks. I'll have to wait to see then. 😊

 

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[4ofusreadytocruise]

Hi there. I was speaking to a rep at Royal Caribbean about something else today and asked about this. I was told they are not interchangeable, but that once on the ship customer service might do an "exchange." They couldn't put this in my booking information though.

[Swath]

http://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/press-release/1229/harmony-of-the-seas-amps-up-fun-for-the-entire-family/

 

 

Announced on Royal's Press Center Site

26/January/2016

See Heading New Family Amenities for Central Park and Boardwalk Staterooms





 

(26/January/2016 — 3:25 PM EST)

 

http://www.cruisecritic.com/v-5/news/news.cfm?ID=6779

Edited October 16, 2016 by Swath

[BLAMBKY]

I was booked under this promo. We have 2 cabins = 2 bottles of wine that we will not be using. I sure hope they will allow some type of trade....

[Snit13]

I was booked under this promo. We have 2 cabins = 2 bottles of wine that we will not be using. I sure hope they will allow some type of trade....

 

Wish you were on our cruise. We have 2 soda packages which we will NOT be using but we would drink the wine. Also have 2 rock climbing wall passes which we will not use.

[rpp77]

Just got off the phone with Royal, said as of right now this promo is set to last throughout 2017 and that it is combinable with either C&A discount or $200 OBC per balcony. Also, you can "Mix & Match". I quoted 2 Central Park rooms and the rep said I could choose the Wine package for one and the Johnny Rockets package for the other room, since one room would be all minors.

 

I called about a month ago and re-confirmed that we would be able to "Mix & Match" the offerings. The rep on the phone from Royal said I might have to go to the pursers office once I get aboard to do so, but that it shouldn't be an issue to swap out packages. I'm sure once they actually get this promo rolling and see the need for mixing & matching, it won't be an issue. Like I previously stated, we booked connecting rooms and one room is all minors. I can't see them taking a stand and forcing us take a second bottle of wine for a room where the oldest occupant is 12 years old.

[Fouremco]

For those who might have missed it on the website:

 

 

NEIGHBORHOOD BALCONIES

Sail on or after November, 2016 and enjoy exclusive complimentary amenities.

 

Park View Balcony:

• Savor Italian trattoria fare at a complimentary lunch for two at Giovanni's Table or Jamie's Italian.
  
• A complimentary bottle of red wine welcomes your arrival.
  
• Step up your game with private casino gaming lessons from an onboard expert.
  

 

Boardwalk View Balcony:

• Classic hamburgers and more at a complimentary meal for four at Johnny Rockets® or Jamie's Italian.
  
• Enjoy unlimited soft drinks throughout the cruise with a soda package for two guests.
  
• Tackle the Rock Climbing Wall at an exclusive session for the entire family.
  

 

The packages definitely favour those with a Boardwalk View Balcony.

[shellunderwater]

For those who might have missed it on the website:

 

 

NEIGHBORHOOD BALCONIES

Sail on or after November, 2016 and enjoy exclusive complimentary amenities.

 

Park View Balcony:

• Savor Italian trattoria fare at a complimentary lunch for two at Giovanni's Table or Jamie's Italian.
  
• A complimentary bottle of red wine welcomes your arrival.
  
• Step up your game with private casino gaming lessons from an onboard expert.
  

 

Boardwalk View Balcony:

• Classic hamburgers and more at a complimentary meal for four at Johnny Rockets® or Jamie's Italian.
  
• Enjoy unlimited soft drinks throughout the cruise with a soda package for two guests.
  
• Tackle the Rock Climbing Wall at an exclusive session for the entire family.
  

 

The packages definitely favour those with a Boardwalk View Balcony.

Based on what? We'd much rather have Giovanni's, really don't drink that much soda and neither of us would climb a wall.

 

It may be your perspective, but not all would agree it favors the Boardwalk balconies.

 

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[Lloyd555]

For those who might have missed it on the website:

 

 

NEIGHBORHOOD BALCONIES

Sail on or after November, 2016 and enjoy exclusive complimentary amenities.

 

Park View Balcony:

• Savor Italian trattoria fare at a complimentary lunch for two at Giovanni's Table or Jamie's Italian.
  
• A complimentary bottle of red wine welcomes your arrival.
  
• Step up your game with private casino gaming lessons from an onboard expert.
  

 

Boardwalk View Balcony:

• Classic hamburgers and more at a complimentary meal for four at Johnny Rockets® or Jamie's Italian.
  
• Enjoy unlimited soft drinks throughout the cruise with a soda package for two guests.
  
• Tackle the Rock Climbing Wall at an exclusive session for the entire family.
  

 

The packages definitely favour those with a Boardwalk View Balcony.

 

Thank you for posting. I hope that the soft drinks includes lemonade and iced tea. Or am I dreamin' in Technicolor?

 

As for Rock Climbing Wall, FINALLY I will make sure to attempt the rock wall! I chicken out each time I approach it. An exclusive session should help. :rolleyes:

Edited October 17, 2016 by Lloyd555

[Snit13]

I called about a month ago and re-confirmed that we would be able to "Mix & Match" the offerings. The rep on the phone from Royal said I might have to go to the pursers office once I get aboard to do so, but that it shouldn't be an issue to swap out packages. I'm sure once they actually get this promo rolling and see the need for mixing & matching, it won't be an issue. Like I previously stated, we booked connecting rooms and one room is all minors. I can't see them taking a stand and forcing us take a second bottle of wine for a room where the oldest occupant is 12 years old.

 

Interesting, when I called C&A immediately after the promo was announced, I was told NO WAY could I swap water for soda. Hope your rep was correct.

[Snit13]

Based on what? We'd much rather have Giovanni's, really don't drink that much soda and neither of us would climb a wall.

 

It may be your perspective, but not all would agree it favors the Boardwalk balconies.

 

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Agree 100%. There are only 2 of us for Johnny Rockets for 4, we don't drink sodas, and certainly aren't climbing any rock wall. However, DH loves Italian food, we both drink wine and we are physically able to gamble.

[ewt715]

10 months away for a new benefit and the debates have already started how to manipulate it and squeeze out as much as possible......................:rolleyes:

 

You got that right. It works both ways.

[dogsambam]

We have 2 boardwalk balconies on the Harmony in December. I like the perk. Unexpected treat. We always buy the sofa package for the kids. And the private rock climbing session will be amazing. We also tend to get a meal at johnny rockets so it works for us. Curious to see if the do let a swap.

 

 

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[Lloyd555]

For those who might have missed it on the website:

 

 

NEIGHBORHOOD BALCONIES

Sail on or after November, 2016 and enjoy exclusive complimentary amenities.

 

Park View Balcony:

• Savor Italian trattoria fare at a complimentary lunch for two at Giovanni's Table or Jamie's Italian.
  
• A complimentary bottle of red wine welcomes your arrival.
  
• Step up your game with private casino gaming lessons from an onboard expert.
  

 

Boardwalk View Balcony:

• Classic hamburgers and more at a complimentary meal for four at Johnny Rockets® or Jamie's Italian.
  
• Enjoy unlimited soft drinks throughout the cruise with a soda package for two guests.
  
• Tackle the Rock Climbing Wall at an exclusive session for the entire family.
  

 

The packages definitely favour those with a Boardwalk View Balcony.

 

 

 

The promotion has changed a bit. Sorry to see Jamie's Italian removed from Boardwalk View Balcony perks.

 

[shera007]

Wonder if milkshakes will be included at Johnny Rockets?

[PH8]

Another one who would rather have the CP perks,but really can't complain....It's free....

 

However ,someone asked earlier,but didn't get an answer.....JRS for four...now is that 4 vouchers so the two of us can go twice??

[Clarea]

Another one who would rather have the CP perks,but really can't complain....It's free....

 

However ,someone asked earlier,but didn't get an answer.....JRS for four...now is that 4 vouchers so the two of us can go twice??

Nope, the coupons cover only one visit, max 4 people.

[PH8]

Nope, the coupons cover only one visit, max 4 people.

Ok,we'll make friends..:p:p:p

[Clarea]

Ok,we'll make friends..:p:p:p

If I know you, you've probably already got 50 (or more!) of your friends already booked on the cruise.:);)