Rare shipshape sam Posted October 31, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 31, 2016 (edited) Just read that potentially filets are being removed from Giovani's.??? If true, I am wondering what else, what other decisions are they making that seems a contradiction to a theme of quality! One other I have read about recently was the pepper grinder. Not sure if they sill utilize it without having to ask in the MDR for salads, soups, etc. I have always felt that dining was one the the primo aspects of a cruise. MDR has changed over years and IMHO has been somewhat dumbed down to create some separation from speciality restaurants. Then the fees for upgrading to a speciality dining experience has skyrocketed. Now if true, you can't even get a filet at Giovani's. Is Chops next? :) I guess I am sorry, but both Royal and Celebrity are courting a demographic with gimmick attractions that should be left on shore and apparently those demographics are not into dining beyond a hamburger or hotdog or pizza. Guess you have to go where the money is?! Edited October 31, 2016 by shipshape sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted October 31, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Just read that potentially filets are being removed from Giovani's.??? If true, I am wondering what else, what other decisions are they making that seems a contradiction to a theme of quality! One other I have read about recently was the pepper grinder. Not sure if they sill utilize it without having to ask in the MDR for salads, soups, etc. I have always felt that dining was one the the primo aspects of a cruise. MDR has changed over years and IMHO has been somewhat dumbed down to create some separation from speciality restaurants. Then the fees for upgrading to a speciality dining experience has skyrocketed. Now if true, you can't even get a filet at Giovani's. Is Chops next? :) I guess I am sorry, but both Royal and Celebrity are courting a demographic with gimmick attractions that should be left on shore and apparently those demographics are not into dining beyond a hamburger or hotdog or pizza. Guess you have to go where the money is?! You're correct..."them" are going where the $$'s is ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted October 31, 2016 #3 Share Posted October 31, 2016 I also really dislike when they take away things , last year if you were in a suite you got free luggage tags mailed to you ( not a big thing but I liked getting them) now it appears there cutting back on entertainment in the Pub which I enjoy, what is next? I like RCCL but not all that loyal I have cruised other lines in the past and if we get a few more cuts might try some in the future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Dancer Posted November 1, 2016 #4 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I can see room cleaning cut to once a day in the near future. I can see only one entree allowed in the MDR. Anyone else have a crystal ball for the future of RCI?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenquixote66 Posted November 1, 2016 #5 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Years ago they had daily newspapers in several languages ,that is gone now . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise-Nut Posted November 1, 2016 #6 Share Posted November 1, 2016 It was the end of RCCL when they ended the mints on the pillows. Come on people be happy your on vacation. I own a business and you either make a few cuts or you raise the prices. The masses would rather take a few cuts then the prices sky rocket. RCCL does a great job of trying to keep everyone happy and I for one love RCCL. If the Filet is gone than I will order something else. If the raise the prices in Specialty Restaurants then I will either pay it or go to the main DR. RCCL has to do what they think is best for the company and the stock holders. I just can't fathom while people complain about such trivial things. Enjoy your vacation people and don't sweat the small things... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debshomespun Posted November 1, 2016 #7 Share Posted November 1, 2016 It's not just Royal Caribbean and Celebrity, it's all the cruise lines. Check out the other boards and everyone's all talking the same. Cuts are everywhere with ALL the lines. Unfortunately, it's the way it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoGurl Posted November 1, 2016 #8 Share Posted November 1, 2016 The pepper grinder again. Where's Biker? [emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorman23 Posted November 1, 2016 #9 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Is it true the are cutting fresh water out also? I heard that in 2017 they will stop offering free water with meals (you can buy bottled water) then I heard from a reliable source on the internet that they will eliminate salt water in the pools in 2018. Get this.... toilet water is gone in 2019. Holy crap... whoops I meant holy cow what's next? Fresh air in the casino? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbykapnj Posted November 1, 2016 #10 Share Posted November 1, 2016 They just cut away the tribute bands from the Anthem of the Seas - one of the selling points with music hall. Now Anthem has the same number of bands as the rest of the fleet, same dining... nothing special anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tip Posted November 1, 2016 #11 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Years ago they had daily newspapers in several languages ,that is gone now . I miss these as well. On the other hand, I do enjoy my cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarmo Posted November 1, 2016 #12 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Salt. Salt is the next to go. On the bright side they will also be cutting out AC, you will then be able to use your own sweat to season your food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnamac123 Posted November 1, 2016 #13 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Salt. Salt is the next to go. On the bright side they will also be cutting out AC, you will then be able to use your own sweat to season your food. oooooooooooooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyprincess Posted November 1, 2016 #14 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I'm not one that gets to vacation a lot as I have a very difficult job to get time off. I've only cruised Royal and always recommend. However, if they keep cutting things I'll probably try NCL. I've wanted to try them anyway and stripping the product down while I pay the same or more price is enough to get me to jump ship, so to speak!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise-Nut Posted November 1, 2016 #15 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I just heard they are cutting out FUEL. They are giving every passenger an oar while boarding the ship. Those in suites only have to help row the ship during the daytime. All others are on 18 hour shifts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillygirl2400 Posted November 1, 2016 #16 Share Posted November 1, 2016 No salt is where I draw the line! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarmo Posted November 1, 2016 #17 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I just heard they are cutting out FUEL. They are giving every passenger an oar while boarding the ship. Those in suites only have to help row the ship during the daytime. All others are on 18 hour shifts. Free exercise!?!?!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoGurl Posted November 1, 2016 #18 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I'm not one that gets to vacation a lot as I have a very difficult job to get time off. I've only cruised Royal and always recommend. However, if they keep cutting things I'll probably try NCL. I've wanted to try them anyway and stripping the product down while I pay the same or more price is enough to get me to jump ship, so to speak!! Then you will hate NCL. Their whole business model revolves around stripping everything to the basics and having people pay for everything they want added to their vacation. One trip over to the NCL board and you will see complaints of "Nickel and Diming" running rampant. I am ok with that model since I'm one of those people who doesn't use many of the extras anyway, but if it bothers you that RC is cutting back, NCL will be worse. The base price is much cheaper though, from what I've seen, although when I've made that argument on that board, people have told me that's not true and that they find the base prices for NCL and RC to be the same, so who knows, I guess it depends what date you're looking at. I've seen base prices on NCL (the cheapest listed rate) to be in the $450 range for a 7 day on their bigger ships (similar to voyager class), where on RC they would be $850, but others say they've never gotten a price of $450, so maybe that's where all the add-ins come into play. Who knows. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted November 1, 2016 #19 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Years ago they had daily newspapers in several languages ,that is gone now . Yes really missed that while I was in Europe last month they had no American TV at all, so no football scores, speaking of TV remember free movies in the cabin, might be going back decades now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pollux Posted November 1, 2016 #20 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Stop complaining stop cruising RCL. There are many more lines should be one you love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdoraBelle Posted November 1, 2016 #21 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I'm not one that gets to vacation a lot as I have a very difficult job to get time off. I've only cruised Royal and always recommend. However, if they keep cutting things I'll probably try NCL. I've wanted to try them anyway and stripping the product down while I pay the same or more price is enough to get me to jump ship, so to speak!! As someone who skims all the cruise lines' forums and has sailed NCL several times (including two weeks ago) ... I do NOT think you want to switch to NCL. They are slashing everything to the bone and have been for a good while now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retird Posted November 1, 2016 #22 Share Posted November 1, 2016 As long as they don't eliminate the pepper grinders, Biker19 and I will be happy and will still cruise. LOL (Sorry for using your handle Biker19) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogbay Posted November 1, 2016 #23 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Hi all , booked E ots 29 December 2016 cause on my birthday was stopping at Lifou on 2 nd December, gess whot they have cut it out 😠😢😥😤😨 Trouble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJporkroll Posted November 1, 2016 #24 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Years ago they had daily newspapers in several languages ,that is gone now . In all fairness, that is quite antiquated given the availability of instantaneous info from the 24hr news cycle. And social media. We're even connected during vacation now. It's a different world. Much smaller than we thought. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJporkroll Posted November 1, 2016 #25 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I just heard they are cutting out FUEL. They are giving every passenger an oar while boarding the ship. Those in suites only have to help row the ship during the daytime. All others are on 18 hour shifts. Are you joking? C'mon. Freaking unreal how this big corps think. Someone can really get hurt. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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