Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 #1 Share Posted May 30, 2017 I'm trying to pay for a drink package through 2 different forms of payment. One is my regular debit card and the other a gift card. I have racked my brain on how to get this money off the gift card. I got the gift card for a rebate on switching phone companies. It expires at the time of the cruise so I can't use it to buy on the trip. This card can't be reloaded and I called rccl and they said I could buy obc but they weren't sure if I could use it immediately like everyone else that gets that promotional credit. I've been saving this money for about 2 months and I can't believe they can't take 2 forms of payment that's just ridiculous. Anyone else have any other ideas? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TryingCruising Posted May 30, 2017 #2 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Those gift cards are the worst! I'm assuming it's a visa/MasterCard type one? Honestly, your best bet is to buy groceries or gas or even clothes with that gift card. I've worked at restaurants and those gift cards always hold a service/gratuity amount so you can't redeem the whole thing for a service. Maybe you can sell it to a friend or family member? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chandom Posted May 30, 2017 #3 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Very off topic: Give the number on the back of the card a call. Few times I've been able to have them cut a check in the value of the card at no cost/fee. Sent from a mobile device Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Those gift cards are the worst! I'm assuming it's a visa/MasterCard type one? Honestly, your best bet is to buy groceries or gas or even clothes with that gift card. I've worked at restaurants and those gift cards always hold a service/gratuity amount so you can't redeem the whole thing for a service. Maybe you can sell it to a friend or family member? Yea it's visa and doesn't come with PIN number. I'm in the process of waiting for my aunt to answer back if she has the cash for the exchange. Fingers crossed🤞🏽 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Very off topic: Give the number on the back of the card a call. Few times I've been able to have them cut a check in the value of the card at no cost/fee. Sent from a mobile device They won't :( says so on the back of the card. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smurf1635 Posted May 30, 2017 #6 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Can you buy a gift card with it, something that won't expire? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daghis Posted May 30, 2017 #7 Share Posted May 30, 2017 This card can't be reloaded and I called rccl and they said I could buy obc but they weren't sure if I could use it immediately like everyone else that gets that promotional credit. If you can purchase the onboard credit with the gift card now, you could then buy the drink package when you board. The pricing may be different then, but at least this is one possibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Can you buy a gift card with it, something that won't expire? I'm at target trying this now, we will see. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 Author #9 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Update! I had to buy another gift card that was for a set price of 400$ then do my other card individually to add the other 200$. What a pain in the but! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am pampered Posted May 30, 2017 #10 Share Posted May 30, 2017 I have several rebate cards as well and also was unsuccessful in buying the drink pkgs with it. I like the idea of calling RCI and having them add some onboard credit if that's possible. I may try that. Maybe for tips or excursions? I have many cards that are in $80 amounts. So frustrating! Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 Author #11 Share Posted May 30, 2017 I have several rebate cards as well and also was unsuccessful in buying the drink pkgs with it. I like the idea of calling RCI and having them add some onboard credit if that's possible. I may try that. Maybe for tips or excursions? I have many cards that are in $80 amounts. So frustrating! Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app You could just buy the Visa card also like I did. Atleast you could use it elsewhere if you have money left over. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DISFANS3 Posted May 30, 2017 #12 Share Posted May 30, 2017 ????? Let us know.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uksimonusa Posted May 30, 2017 #13 Share Posted May 30, 2017 call 800 722 5443 to buy OBC, wont show on your account until the 2nd day, but you can spend it before you have it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sross6019 Posted May 30, 2017 #14 Share Posted May 30, 2017 If you are a Crown and Anchor member call them directly. I rarely go through RCCL website. So much easier and less stress. Sent from my SM-T810 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havingfun2010 Posted May 30, 2017 #15 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Yea it's visa and doesn't come with PIN number. I'm in the process of waiting for my aunt to answer back if she has the cash for the exchange. Fingers crossed🤞🏽 Sent from my iPhone using Forums the PIN number might be the last four digits of the card number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desinico Posted May 30, 2017 Author #16 Share Posted May 30, 2017 ????? Let us know.. Scroll up. I was able to do it with my original idea of buying another gift card. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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