CRUISEWITHH Posted April 19, 2018 #1 Share Posted April 19, 2018 At the Captain Circle party we usually order our favorite drinks (different from the watered down drinks that they come around with on a tray) Are they still allowing this? I had heard that they stopped letting people order a different drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasbo49 Posted April 19, 2018 #2 Share Posted April 19, 2018 Last week on the Crown, I asked for a Dewar's on the rocks and received it within a few minutes. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triple7tahoe Posted April 19, 2018 #3 Share Posted April 19, 2018 A slight tip helps-Unless you are from a country that does not believe in tipping :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted April 19, 2018 #4 Share Posted April 19, 2018 we quit going - became too much of a hassle for a watered down drink at the end, after we started getting the AIBP and now PBP...:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memoak Posted April 19, 2018 #5 Share Posted April 19, 2018 don't always go but if we do we try and find a bartender or server that we know and they always get us our normal drinks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted April 19, 2018 #6 Share Posted April 19, 2018 don't always go but if we do we try and find a bartender or server that we know and they always get us our normal drinks true - a couple $ tip was good for a double scotch on the rock - no s - and a mojito Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted April 19, 2018 #7 Share Posted April 19, 2018 We never have trouble getting a glass of wine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksm77 Posted April 19, 2018 #8 Share Posted April 19, 2018 On the Regal in March I tried to order a cosmo never got it. We used to enjoy the Party, but not so much anymore. They do not pass out appetizers anymore and drinks are so watered down. It is not special. I would rather have a coupon for a drink. We are elite and will be passing on it from now on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediator Posted April 19, 2018 #9 Share Posted April 19, 2018 We just got off the Royal on Monday and we both ordered a different drink without any problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted April 19, 2018 #10 Share Posted April 19, 2018 On the Regal in March I tried to order a cosmo never got it. We used to enjoy the Party, but not so much anymore. They do not pass out appetizers anymore and drinks are so watered down. It is not special. I would rather have a coupon for a drink. We are elite and will be passing on it from now on. Interesting that you felt compelled to note that you are 'elite'...:evilsmile: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pris993 Posted April 19, 2018 #11 Share Posted April 19, 2018 Interesting that you felt compelled to note that you are 'elite'...:evilsmile: lol, what is the issue?????????????/ elites earned their status... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted April 19, 2018 #12 Share Posted April 19, 2018 and thus 'earned' the 'right' to make sure everyone knows it , huh?...:rolleyes: get the hat...:evilsmile: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted April 20, 2018 #13 Share Posted April 20, 2018 I was on the Caribbean Princess in January and had no problem at all ordering just what I wanted.:) Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red4u2 Posted April 20, 2018 #14 Share Posted April 20, 2018 I always order a flavored martini and tip a few bucks. Never been a problem! On another note I have a question I will be traveling with someone that is on P:)rincess for the first time. Will I be able to bring my cabin mate to the Captain's Party? Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted April 20, 2018 #15 Share Posted April 20, 2018 Yes, you can bring your cabin mate. We always enjoy the cheap wine they pour at the past passenger parties, so we're not getting watered down drinks. Our tablemates on recent cruises have ordered and received special drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red4u2 Posted April 20, 2018 #16 Share Posted April 20, 2018 Yes, you can bring your cabin mate. We always enjoy the cheap wine they pour at the past passenger parties, so we're not getting watered down drinks. Our tablemates on recent cruises have ordered and received special drinks. Thank you!!!! This is good news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beg3yrs Posted April 20, 2018 #17 Share Posted April 20, 2018 Got to be pretty good acquaintances with the bar staff during a 64 day cruise. Mentioned the "watered down drinks" for the parties and they were adamant the drinks aren't watered down. However they did point out that because they are prepared in advance of the party, the ice melts a bit more than a fresh drink giving them the taste of being watered down. All the alcohol is in there just the same as a drink you get fresh from the bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satxdiver Posted April 20, 2018 #18 Share Posted April 20, 2018 I was on the Emerald last month and ordered my favorite gin and tonic. I came within a few minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eclue Posted April 20, 2018 #19 Share Posted April 20, 2018 Last month on the Crown, my husband ordered his favorite Gin and tonic and received quickly...they also served appetizers at this gathering.....on the Royal in November - we got whatever we wanted to drink but no appetizers.........there is so much food on these ships, it really doesn't matter if they serve appetizers or not..... eclue:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted April 20, 2018 #20 Share Posted April 20, 2018 I was on the Emerald last month and ordered my favorite gin and tonic. I came within a few minutes. Note to self: Have wife switch from Wine to G & T....;p...in the cabin... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISEWITHH Posted April 20, 2018 Author #21 Share Posted April 20, 2018 Thanks to all that answered my question. We like to order our favorite drink, Baileys on ice, so I am looking forward to the Captain Circle party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlp20 Posted April 21, 2018 #22 Share Posted April 21, 2018 We only go if there is NOTHING else going on. Found it to be plain simple just to walk up to the bar directly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warthog2608 Posted April 21, 2018 #23 Share Posted April 21, 2018 At the Plat/Elite Capt Circle on the Ruby last month as DW was going to grab a table I stopped at the bar and ordered a double Bacardi 8 while laying a couple bucks on the bar. No problema! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reina del Mar Posted April 21, 2018 #24 Share Posted April 21, 2018 I just do not understand all this extra tipping! Suppose we are not really from a tipping culture! Understand the need for ' When in Rome....', so leave daily service charge on account and have tipped over and above for Cabin steward who gave exceptional service. But... for drinks at 'party' ?? We have always been able to get a glass of wine ...as recently as January. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlp20 Posted April 21, 2018 #25 Share Posted April 21, 2018 I just do not understand all this extra tipping! The crew, drink runners/waiters, make their money by delivering drinks you pay for. This type of gathering they're making ZERO. The "cocktail" served is made in bulk and walked through the crowd. This thread deals with you asking this person to make a special trip so you can get free booze. In this case there is nothing "extra" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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