Colo Cruiser Posted March 22, 2016 #26 Share Posted March 22, 2016 (edited) Thanks to Sip and Sail promo we have the AIBP on both of our upcoming cruises....we have never purchased before so not clear on what is covered. If I am reading correctly, the gelato and "fee" desserts at the IC are covered by the AIBP. Looking forward to hearing from others as to exactly what is included at the IC with our AIBP (All Inclusive Beverage Package). Gelato yes (Royal/Regal), fee desserts?? I have not heard that. Edited March 22, 2016 by Colo Cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare oskidunker Posted March 22, 2016 #27 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Have yet to see any dark chocolate love deserts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IECalCruiser Posted March 22, 2016 #28 Share Posted March 22, 2016 (edited) Thanks to Sip and Sail promo we have the AIBP on both of our upcoming cruises....we have never purchased before so not clear on what is covered. If I am reading correctly, the gelato and "fee" desserts at the IC are covered by the AIBP. Looking forward to hearing from others as to exactly what is included at the IC with our AIBP (All Inclusive Beverage Package). The AIBP description states that it includes "Any individual beverage item." The Gelato venue on the Royal and Regal offers some alcoholic ice cream drinks and apparently, both those drinks and other non beverage items, such as gelato, are available with the AIBP on those two ships. This is probably because you can also use the Coffee Card to purchase gelato for one punch and the alcoholic drinks for two punches at Gelato on those two ships. I haven't seen posts stating that gelato is included at the IC on the Crown, Emerald and Ruby. The "for a fee" Norman Love desserts are a new item at the IC but I doubt they will be free with the AIBP. My reactions may not be typical but I have found the Norman Love desserts to be disappointing (other than the pops handed out during the Champagne Waterfall) and I would not pay a premium for one. Edited March 22, 2016 by IECalCruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IECalCruiser Posted March 22, 2016 #29 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Have yet to see any dark chocolate love desertsYou mean other than those delicious Norman Love pops handed out during the Champagne Waterfall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted March 22, 2016 #30 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I'm guessing there will be at least a modest demand for the Norman Love items. Many people drool over those items. I find them good but can take them or leave them and tend not to eat too many of the dessert items other than in MDR. Most of them are just too fattening to eat very often. At home, dessert is not a normal part of our meals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigguy1 Posted March 22, 2016 #31 Share Posted March 22, 2016 And the nickel and dimeing begins. When will they learn!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted March 22, 2016 #32 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I'm guessing there will be at least a modest demand for the Norman Love items. Many people drool over those items. I find them good but can take them or leave them and tend not to eat too many of the dessert items other than in MDR. Most of them are just too fattening to eat very often. At home, dessert is not a normal part of our meals. When my box of See's Candy runs out then I will be tempted to try them as long as they are good quality chocolate. This is one time I don't mind being nickeled and dimed to death. The other choice is don't buy them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted March 22, 2016 #33 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Count me in! The Norman Love desserts are fabulous and I don't mind having an extra treat for a nominal cost from time to time! The slippery slope of up charges will only continue then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted March 22, 2016 #34 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Have yet to see any dark chocolate love deserts You mean other than those delicious Norman Love pops handed out during the Champagne Waterfall? And the UNBELIEVABLE chocolate souffle at dinner!!!!! We were on the Royal in February and there were some Norman Love pastries in the IC (no charge) and I tried a couple. They were very eh. I hope that's not what they're going to charge for - although that's also not what's pictured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted March 22, 2016 #35 Share Posted March 22, 2016 If no one buys them they will disappear, it's down to Princess passengers to make this a success or not. I guess that'll apply to SHARE also. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted March 22, 2016 #36 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I guess that'll apply to SHARE also. :rolleyes: A speciality restaurant is slightly different, what will be next items in the Horizon Court, certain items on the dining room menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenswing Posted March 22, 2016 #37 Share Posted March 22, 2016 A speciality restaurant is slightly different, what will be next items in the Horizon Court, certain items on the dining room menu. I can just see them charging for the omelet station.. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted March 22, 2016 #38 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Not a regular omelette, but the deluxe one maybe, and yes passengers will pay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Chick Posted March 23, 2016 #39 Share Posted March 23, 2016 As long as there's still some freebie desserts, especially the chocolate chip cookies. If most passengers avoid buying the ones in the ad, and comment on their post-cruise surveys their dissatisfaction, it's possible things will change back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare redtop101 Posted March 23, 2016 #40 Share Posted March 23, 2016 The "nominal fee" chocolate treat that appeared in a recent e-mail promotion is for one daily treat at the IC. Other offerings in the e-mail included "Discover chocolate raspberry Bretons in Horizon Court for breakfast - Delight in chocolate bites graciously paired with our Afternoon Tea - Savor a blissful slice of chocolate cake with new flavors rotated each evening in Horizon Court" All part of more "Chocolate Journeys" in 2016. Presumably all these other goodies are included in your cruise fare! Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTJSR Posted March 23, 2016 #41 Share Posted March 23, 2016 (edited) Now that they are "going the way" of charging us around the ship, I just may be seeking refunds if I don't get my 275.00 dollar a day's worth in "pre-paid/included" other services:cool:. Edited March 23, 2016 by MTJSR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted March 23, 2016 #42 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I just saw a princess ad and it said there was a charge for goodies at the international cafe ( one of my fav places). Not the case on our last cruise in October. Any info on this? Thanks It's free except for coffee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Working 2 Cruise Posted March 23, 2016 #43 Share Posted March 23, 2016 It's free except for coffee. I think you'd better read the thread.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LMaxwell Posted March 23, 2016 #44 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Just special desserts have a charge? Sandwiches and salads do not, correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueseas4me2 Posted March 23, 2016 #45 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I might be alone but I have a hard time consuming a large amounts on a cruise. I board being fully ready to eat everything in sight but I get full and I simply cannot eat a lot. I have gone to dinner wishing I could eat the delicious food placed in front of me but often I can only manage a bite or two. That said, I'm jealous of the people who have room for dessert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted March 24, 2016 #46 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Just special desserts have a charge? Sandwiches and salads do not, correct? Correct. And no charge for the "non-special" desserts. There is a charge for Gelato on the three ships that have that at the IC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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