Room Not Ready

[LMaxwell]

Celebrity has glass doors that separate the elevator banks for noise and yes they were locked. I believe the true fire doors were off to the side and could be closed if needed. I think you could open the glass doors by pushing them in an emergency. All I know is we tried to see if our rooms were ready and weren't able to get through.

 

At any rate, both Celebrity and Carnival tell you your rooms are ready at a certain time and not once did they say it's OK to just drop a few things off.

 

I agree with you.

 

On NCL as we boarded we were told we could choose to drop our carry on luggage in a particular lounge, or quick drop them at our rooms (but told a general announcement would be made when rooms ready for use).

 

On Princess rooms are ready at boarding time for use. One time we went direct to our room and it was not ready, no big deal, we left. The steward told us to leave our hand carry items anyways.

 

Royal Caribbean also has you wait until a general announcement; but you may be fooled into thinking rooms are constantly under work since they never seem to put their housekeeping carts away :D

 

I don't usually have more than a backpack with valuables / documents and a bottle of wine, so it does not make a big difference to me.

 

But it just goes to show that with each line doing things a little differently someone here is just asking a fairly innocent question, IMO, and some of the responses are mean and bizarre.

[firemanbobswife]

You're not amongst them but there's a few nasty comments being throw around here. Throw people's bags in the water? Others bet they are the type to complain? I mean wow really people, OP just asked a question. The rudeness isn't warranted IMO. But some can not help themselves. It's part of where Carnival guests get stereotyped unfortunately.

 

 

I think Carnival gets more of it's stereotype from people that blatantly disregard the rules vs those that don't agree with them doing so. If there were more people that just did what they were supposed to, then there wouldn't be as many issues and no need for people to be rude.

[ShakyBeef]

You're not amongst them but there's a few nasty comments being throw around here. Throw people's bags in the water? Others bet they are the type to complain? I mean wow really people, OP just asked a question. The rudeness isn't warranted IMO. But some can not help themselves. It's part of where Carnival guests get stereotyped unfortunately.

 

Those comments were not directed towards the OP, but towards posters (Express Man and Richmke) that have no excuse not to know about the rule (Express Man has even bought FTTF in the past, but didn't for his last 2 cruises), and choose to ignore it anyway.

 

And yes, actually, I was part of the comments directed towards those posters and I stand by what I said. I think the throwing luggage overboard comment was a little obnoxious, but I also think it was just hyperbole.;) Seeing some think they are above the rules and act like they are entitled to interrupt the Stewards' hard work when asked not to is irritating to some of us.

 

I agree that the OP's question was a simple, legitimate question and warranted no snark, flame, or rudeness from anyone. And I agree that some Carnival board posters can be obnoxious. But I think the OP's question was answered before we "dog-piled" the entitled, selfish ones who pretty much stated that they believe themselves to be above the rules. The OP was not among those selfish posters.

Edited March 19, 2016 by ShakyBeef

[Drazil65]

FTTF, last 4 cruises all cabins ready when we boarded (always between 11:00 - 11:30), completely finished and cabin door closed. Dropped off all carry on items, went to grab a drink and a bite, luggage waiting when we came back to unpack around noon. Sitting on balcony with glass of wine toasting our new journey well before 1:00. Plenty of time to explore ship and relax before muster. FTTF....

Edited March 19, 2016 by Drazil65

[BallFour4]

Those doors may be closed, but they are NEVER locked.

 

32 cruises, 26 on Carnival from the Mardi Gras to the Magic and the doors aren't locked. Ever.

 

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Edited March 19, 2016 by BallFour4

[ShakyBeef]

I think Carnival gets more of it's stereotype from people that blatantly disregard the rules vs those that don't agree with them doing so. If there were more people that just did what they were supposed to, then there wouldn't be as many issues and no need for people to be rude.

 

I agree. Also, let's face it, Carnival Cruise Line isn't getting its reputation from posters on a message board. It gets its reputation from some peoples' behaviour onboard the ships. Sometimes, some posts on these message boards do reflect some of that less-than-classy behaviour, though.;)

[firemanbobswife]

32 cruises, 26 on Carnival from the Mardi Gras to the Magic and the doors aren't locked. Ever.

 

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Well they were on Celebrity. All the ships of Carnival's that I have been on didn't have the glass doors like Celebrity so that appears to be the difference. I can assure you 100% that we weren't able to get through. I wasn't imagining it nor am I making anything up.

 

Maybe "locked" is the wrong term. Perhaps "offline" or "out of order" sounds better. Any way you slice it, we weren't getting to our rooms until they were ready.

Edited March 19, 2016 by firemanbobswife

[Je Souhaite]

Those comments were not directed towards the OP, but towards posters (Express Man and Richmke) that have no excuse not to know about the rule (Express Man has even bought FTTF in the past, but didn't for his last 2 cruises), and choose to ignore it anyway.

 

And yes, actually, I was part of the comments directed towards those posters and I stand by what I said. I think the throwing luggage overboard comment was a little obnoxious, but I also think it just hyperbole.;) Seeing some think they are above the rules and act like they are entitled to interrupt the Stewards' hard work when asked not to is irritating to some of us.

 

I agree that the OP's question was a simple, legitimate question and warranted no snark, flame, or rudeness from anyone. And I agree that some Carnival board posters can be obnoxious. But I think the OP's question was answered before we "dog-piled" the entitled, selfish ones who pretty much stated that they believe themselves to be above the rules. The OP was not among those selfish posters.

 

You're over-analyzing what the stewards think.

 

I remember clearly back to a cruise in the early 00's, when the only time we got "caught" was by a steward on the other side of the closed door, who escorted us to our room. And it turned out to be our actual steward. He told us he didn't care, that people all the time just dropped their bags and ran. It it didn't interrupt them at all. In fact, he said it actually spread out the time he needed to go down the check list with everybody, instead of the bottle neck at 1:30 and after.

[ShakyBeef]

You're over-analyzing what the stewards think.

 

I remember clearly back to a cruise in the early 00's, when the only time we got "caught" was by a steward on the other side of the closed door, who escorted us to our room. And it turned out to be our actual steward. He told us he didn't care, that people all the time just dropped their bags and ran. It it didn't interrupt them at all. In fact, he said it actually spread out the time he needed to go down the check list with everybody, instead of the bottle neck at 1:30 and after.

 

OK, if you say so. Whatever makes you feel justified in thinking the rules don't apply to you.:rolleyes:

[firemanbobswife]

I agree. Also, let's face it, Carnival Cruise Line isn't getting its reputation from posters on a message board. It gets its reputation from some peoples' behaviour onboard the ships. Sometimes, some posts on these message boards do reflect some of that less-than-classy behaviour, though.;)

 

 

I agree.

Edited March 19, 2016 by firemanbobswife

[LMaxwell]

You're over-analyzing what the stewards think.

 

I remember clearly back to a cruise in the early 00's, when the only time we got "caught" was by a steward on the other side of the closed door, who escorted us to our room. And it turned out to be our actual steward. He told us he didn't care, that people all the time just dropped their bags and ran. It it didn't interrupt them at all. In fact, he said it actually spread out the time he needed to go down the check list with everybody, instead of the bottle neck at 1:30 and after.

 

On the cruises where we have access, we realize the rooms may not be "ready".

 

But we can drop and go in about 90 seconds and it's really not a big deal or interruption to work that may be going on in other rooms.

 

I definitely see your point. It's not like you walk in and take a shower at 12 noon when the steward is changing out the sheets.

 

The issue is for some, not saying you, "drop and go" turns into a quick shower, or a nap, or unpacking, or "fun times" or whatever and that does impact the stewards ability to turn rooms. So I also see the point of view why they don't want to formally allow drop and go as a policy.

 

I don't really think you are wrong or feel that you are deserving of special treatment; I think you've only described accurately how it works "real world".

[BallFour4]

Well they were on Celebrity. All the ships of Carnival's that I have been on didn't have the glass doors like Celebrity so that appears to be the difference.

 

And your post is on a Carnival board. Right?

 

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Edited March 19, 2016 by BallFour4

[firemanbobswife]

On the cruises where we have access, we realize the rooms may not be "ready".

 

 

 

But we can drop and go in about 90 seconds and it's really not a big deal or interruption to work that may be going on in other rooms.

 

 

 

I definitely see your point. It's not like you walk in and take a shower at 12 noon when the steward is changing out the sheets.

 

 

 

The issue is for some, not saying you, "drop and go" turns into a quick shower, or a nap, or unpacking, or "fun times" or whatever and that does impact the stewards ability to turn rooms. So I also see the point of view why they don't want to formally allow drop and go as a policy.

 

 

 

I don't really think you are wrong or feel that you are deserving of special treatment; I think you've only described accurately how it works "real world".

 

 

You just summed up the whole discussion in your first sentence. Carnival does not grant access (and this is defined by your room being ready and telling you to come on in through the doors) except to those with Priority status. Therefore, everyone else needs to obey the signs and wait until they make the announcement.

[firemanbobswife]

 

And your post is on a Carnival board. Right?

 

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Why, yes it is. Thanks for noticing.

[Je Souhaite]

On the cruises where we have access, we realize the rooms may not be "ready".

 

But we can drop and go in about 90 seconds and it's really not a big deal or interruption to work that may be going on in other rooms.

 

I definitely see your point. It's not like you walk in and take a shower at 12 noon when the steward is changing out the sheets.

 

The issue is for some, not saying you, "drop and go" turns into a quick shower, or a nap, or unpacking, or "fun times" or whatever and that does impact the stewards ability to turn rooms. So I also see the point of view why they don't want to formally allow drop and go as a policy.

 

I don't really think you are wrong or feel that you are deserving of special treatment; I think you've only described accurately how it works "real world".

 

And I see your point, but I've never heard or read that someone want to do something other than drop and go.

 

But I will say, in 31 cruises only, one time did I ever get to my room and it wasn't made up. And that one time, they were in it making it up. We were about to turn around when they told us, to drop our stuff, no problem.

[JaniceB]

Cruising before the internet, everyone had their bags with them and waited until we were called unless they were told otherwise. Cruisers are way more knowledgeable now and many try to find ways to get around the rules. I am now platinum, but before I was I purchased FTTF. It was worth it not to carry around my heavy bag with my wine and water and not to worry about someone having to watch my bag. Options are available but at a cost.

[Savlamara]

32 cruises, 26 on Carnival from the Mardi Gras to the Magic and the doors aren't locked. Ever.

 

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And you have walked the entire ship each time to check all doors right? :confused:

 

Locked or not, that doesn't negate the fact that the doors are no doubt CLOSED for a reason with a sign saying to stay out unless your platinum+ or FTTF. I don't see how hard that concept is to grasp.

[LMaxwell]

And you have walked the entire ship each time to check all doors right? :confused:

 

Why would anyone have to do that. Fire doors do not have locks on them.

[musikfans]

Those comments were not directed towards the OP, but towards posters (Express Man and Richmke) that have no excuse not to know about the rule (Express Man has even bought FTTF in the past, but didn't for his last 2 cruises), and choose to ignore it anyway.

 

Thank you, yes. My comment must most definately was hyperbole by design.

 

The poster that jumped in had read numerous responses letting the OP know that it is bad form, against the rules and delays the stewards tasks. The OP was also given advice for FTTF or relaxing with a bite on Lido while they wait. At this point the poster (veteran cruiser) began advising to ignore the rules and gave BAD advice to someone who asked a simple question. The poster was being flippant. I simply chose to illustrate that with a very poor action by a steward as a result of poor action by a cruiser. It was a poke at the ribs to the poster who knew he was being naughty. (disclaimer=no bags were hurt in the making of this post).

 

By the way...I still see cruisers supporting this idea of a quick "drop and go." Please understand that if 3,000 people did this most would be getting their bags and unpacking at 9pm. We should be letting OPs with these type of questions know the proper way based on what CCL is advising to make the start of their cruise a better experience.

Edited March 19, 2016 by musikfans

[PAPERBKWRITER]

Platinum but if I wasn't and wanted to drop my carry on I'd ask to put my valuables in the safe if the door is left open.

[musikfans]

Platinum but if I wasn't and wanted to drop my carry on I'd ask to put my valuables in the safe if the door is left open.

 

and there you have it...

[simplelife]

I am wondering how you would carry on everything if it included many extras. You have to manage all luggage on your own.

[katiel53]

IMHO: If I have a bag of clothes for the evening/night, 2 bottles of wine, and a case of pop, I'll take the chance and ask to leave them in the closet (out of the Cabin Steward's way, and out of sight of people who might want to steal it). That stuff has little value.

 

Regarding money, jewelry, passports, etc.: Ssk the CS if you can lock that stuff in the safe.

 

This isn't rocket science, and we are asking to drop off a day bag in an out of the way place, not unload all the luggage.

 

 

 

I have a written list of what I want (ice, wine glasses, empty the mini fridge, etc.), and give it to the CS with a tip. That makes him more than happy. I'm sure adding leaving bags in the closet would not ruin his day.

 

I guess I didn't realize how important you are and that you are soooooo far above all the rest of us that you can make your own rules. I hope I never get that important. I guess you have brothers such as paperbkwriter and others that travel with you huh?

Edited March 19, 2016 by katiel53

[BallFour4]

Locked or not, that doesn't negate the fact that the doors are no doubt CLOSED for a reason with a sign saying to stay out unless your platinum+ or FTTF. I don't see how hard that concept is to grasp.

 

Here's what I grasp. I grasp the handle of the fire door, unlatch it and walk to my cabin. I do it as soon as we board.

 

Take a scan on Google at USCG regulations regarding fire doors. It's a learning experience, the doors are never locked.

 

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Edited March 20, 2016 by BallFour4

[LMaxwell]

I guess I didn't realize how important you are and that you are soooooo far above all the rest of us that you can make your own rules. I hope I never get that important. I guess you have brothers such as paperbkwriter and others that travel with you huh?

 

Was any of that necessary? Do you feel like a better person now?