anthonyh Posted July 1, 2017 #1 Share Posted July 1, 2017 New to Holland, previously Princess where you could use drinks packages in restaurants and given 50% discount on bottles of wine, so asking if same or similar applies on HAL? When I read info, it doesnt seem like you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxmantoo Posted July 1, 2017 #2 Share Posted July 1, 2017 You can use in any restaurant, dining room or bar for beer, drinks or glasses of wine BUT there is no discount on bottles of wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msmayor Posted July 1, 2017 #3 Share Posted July 1, 2017 We had no issues whatsoever using the drink package on Zuiderdam last March...while in the MDR the wine steward happily took care of drink orders and swiped our cards right at the table. This also happened while dining in the Pinnacle. Very easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted July 1, 2017 #4 Share Posted July 1, 2017 You can use your Signature Beverage Cards in the dining room and all the specialty restaurants. But you can not buy bottles of wine with it. And if you do buy a bottle of wine with your regular ID card -- no discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Girl Posted July 1, 2017 #5 Share Posted July 1, 2017 I understand that OP is new to Holland and is, therefore, not a 4* Mariner. However, the latter can buy bottles or glasses of wine at a 50% discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted July 1, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 1, 2017 To clarify, the Princess drink packages give you drinks AND a discount on wine purchases by the bottle. Holland America does not offer the wine discount as part of the drink package. The drink package can be used in any of bars, lounges, and restaurants ON BOARD. (That last point is because drinks on Half Moon Cay aren't covered.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Girl Posted July 1, 2017 #7 Share Posted July 1, 2017 I understand that OP is new to Holland and is, therefore, not a 4* Mariner. However, the latter can buy bottles or glasses of wine at a 50% discount. Error! Sorry, I gave bad advice. The discount does not apply to bottles or glasses of wine. (Wishful thinking, I'm afraid!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckinSMA Posted July 1, 2017 #8 Share Posted July 1, 2017 I;m a first timer as well...just to clarify...I thought you had to go to the bar to get your drink to bring back to your table in the dining room? Do you mean that you just give your card to the waitperson and they bring your drink(s) to the table?? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msmayor Posted July 1, 2017 #9 Share Posted July 1, 2017 I;m a first timer as well...just to clarify...I thought you had to go to the bar to get your drink to bring back to your table in the dining room? Do you mean that you just give your card to the waitperson and they bring your drink(s) to the table?? Thanks. Our servers (waiter/assistant) did not handle our drinks. The wine steward came by our table every evening and took our beverage orders. Most nights, we already had a cocktail in hand when we entered the dining room but she would always stop by to find out when we needed a refill. We would order, she would swipe our card, and then a bar assistant would return a few minutes later with our drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted July 1, 2017 #10 Share Posted July 1, 2017 I;m a first timer as well...just to clarify...I thought you had to go to the bar to get your drink to bring back to your table in the dining room? Do you mean that you just give your card to the waitperson and they bring your drink(s) to the table?? Thanks. Yes, but it's the wine stewards not your regular waiters who will serve your drinks. (The MDR has its own service bars.) While you can bring a drink with you, you don't have to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonyh Posted July 1, 2017 Author #11 Share Posted July 1, 2017 Thanks for all responses, certainly clarifies situation & sounds similar to Princess without discount but not fussed about the discount, just wanted to make sure drinks packages usable in restaurants. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAD2005 Posted July 1, 2017 #12 Share Posted July 1, 2017 You don't think that HAL would pass up on an opportunity to sell you a drink ?? Of course, during dinner, the Somalia will pass by your table multiple times, asking if you want a drink. He will return with it very quickly. If he doesn't come by, ask your waiter or assistant. They will summon him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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