Roccaforte Posted October 22, 2019 #1 Share Posted October 22, 2019 On all of our previous cruises in PH or Concierge cabins we were given a nice tote bag. We’re sailing again soon in a PH and I noticed that this is no longer listed in the amenities. Have they discontinued providing them? Is the cashmere lap blanket meant to be left behind or is it considered a gift? We have never taken one - just wondering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pinotlover Posted October 22, 2019 #2 Share Posted October 22, 2019 We had one tote bag provided us in our cabin for our August cruise. We always leave the blanket. Never considered taking it home. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob the Cruiser Posted October 22, 2019 #3 Share Posted October 22, 2019 The tote bag is still a part of the amenities for Concierge and PH cabins. Cashmere blanket is for use onboard only. Here's a description for Concierge: Highlights "In addition to Stateroom amenities" Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from the Grand Dining Room Free laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom Priority Noon ship embarkation Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne Priority online specialty restaurant reservations Unlimited access to Canyon Ranch® private Spa Terrace iPad® upon request for your enjoyment on board (limited availability) Complimentary Oceania Cruises logo tote bag Cashmere lap blankets, perfect for relaxing on your veranda Complimentary pressing of garments upon embarkation (certain limitations apply) Complimentary shoe shine service All Suites and Staterooms are Smoke-Free 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailco Posted October 22, 2019 #4 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Is the tote bag cloth or one of those papery plastic things the other cruise lines provide? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 22, 2019 #5 Share Posted October 22, 2019 26 minutes ago, sailco said: Is the tote bag cloth or one of those papery plastic things the other cruise lines provide? they are more vinyl - heavy duty Found this photo online 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol From California Posted October 23, 2019 #6 Share Posted October 23, 2019 1 hour ago, LHT28 said: they are more vinyl - heavy duty Found this photo online Maybe they changed the tote bag. It's been a couple of years since we sailed on Oceania but our tote bags are all the same and are solid blue (cloth). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted October 23, 2019 #7 Share Posted October 23, 2019 Someone suggested that they do away with the tote bag and give us a reusable water bottle. I vote for that. I'll leave the tote bag. Have plenty that are far nicer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 23, 2019 #8 Share Posted October 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Carol From California said: Maybe they changed the tote bag. It's been a couple of years since we sailed on Oceania but our tote bags are all the same and are solid blue (cloth). Carol were you in PH or a Suite ? Maybe different The ones we had in Concierge were blue/white vinyl type but I was thinking they were a light blue compared to the photo I found above inside was waterproof lining Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol From California Posted October 23, 2019 #9 Share Posted October 23, 2019 4 minutes ago, LHT28 said: Carol were you in PH or a Suite ? Maybe different The ones we had in Concierge were blue/white vinyl type but I was thinking they were a light blue compared to the photo I found above inside was waterproof lining We were in a penthouse. Bag was royal blue color. I have 4-5 of them. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angie7911922 Posted October 23, 2019 #10 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I remember those bags, they are pretty sturdy. I also prefer a reusable water bottle. Why they don't change the item each year. So many other things can be given with a logo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay23 Posted October 23, 2019 #11 Share Posted October 23, 2019 i have never seen a bag like the one in the pic. I take a cream cloth bag from a previous O cruise and pleased I did as I am not keen on the blue nylon/plasticy one they now provide. The blanket stays in the suite as does the robe. J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmaduke Posted October 23, 2019 #12 Share Posted October 23, 2019 From November when the new loyalty benefits come into force it would appear that everyone who is Bronze and above will be recieving a tote bag and cap. I aaume that this will be on every cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenMurphy Posted October 23, 2019 #13 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I have a boot full of tote bags! I've stopped taking them now. Yes a reuseable bottle (or 2) would be great Jx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go-Bucks! Posted October 23, 2019 #14 Share Posted October 23, 2019 While on the world cruise 2019, we got blue vinyl zippered tote bags...I was in a Penthouse suite but I think everyone got them. We got one every segment (!) so I have 7 of them...I use them for grocery shopping since our stores have gotten rid of plastic bags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunlover12 Posted October 23, 2019 #15 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I was in a PH this year and there was a tote bag in the closet like the one pictured above. I didn't take it. I have enough tote bags. Not interested in reusable water bottles either. I have enough of those too. If they replaced the tote bag with wine tumblers..... that is something I would use. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeniEncinitas Posted October 23, 2019 #16 Share Posted October 23, 2019 Am I miss understanding? I thought with the new water system on board Vero? We are in a couple of PH’s on our next trip that they supplied you with your own bottle to refill and they were yours. I might be getting confused. Also guys come on over to HAL! LOL over the last 10 years they have gone from really nice heavy totes which I love to than light canvas which I use as grocery bags to a very cheap weaved paper type bags that fall apart!🙄 Have a good day all. Denise😊 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 23, 2019 #17 Share Posted October 23, 2019 Just now, DeeniEncinitas said: Am I miss understanding? I thought with the new water system on board Vero? We are in a couple of PH’s on our next trip that they supplied you with your own bottle to refill and they were yours. I might be getting confused. That was the idea not sure if the re-usable ones have been given out yet https://www.oceaniacruises.com/media/2019/OCEANIA+CRUISES+TO+ELIMINATE+PLASTIC+WATER+BOTTLES+IN+PIONEERING+GREEN+INITIATIVE+-+Partnership+With+Vero+Water+Will+Save+More+Than+Three+Million+Plastic+Bottles+Per+Year/ Phase Two will marry the Vero Water service with the guest experience ashore. All guests will be provided with their own re-useable Vero Water bottle which will be theirs to keep and to take home with them. This phase-in is expected to start in the second half of 2019. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 23, 2019 #18 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I do not use the tote bags & gave mine away to friends either way the ones I got were sturdy not lightweight cloth bags 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeniEncinitas Posted October 23, 2019 #19 Share Posted October 23, 2019 Just now, LHT28 said: That was the idea not sure if the re-usable ones have been given out yet https://www.oceaniacruises.com/media/2019/OCEANIA+CRUISES+TO+ELIMINATE+PLASTIC+WATER+BOTTLES+IN+PIONEERING+GREEN+INITIATIVE+-+Partnership+With+Vero+Water+Will+Save+More+Than+Three+Million+Plastic+Bottles+Per+Year/ Phase Two will marry the Vero Water service with the guest experience ashore. All guests will be provided with their own re-useable Vero Water bottle which will be theirs to keep and to take home with them. This phase-in is expected to start in the second half of 2019. LHT28!!! As always you and Mura always come theough👍 I’m glad I was not imagining it!!! Have a great day Denise😊 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted October 23, 2019 #20 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I have both of the bags pictured above from previous trips. I also have 2 or three other styles that we've gotten from O points. I actually prefer them. Then there are the backpacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted October 23, 2019 #21 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I won't post the pictures but I forgot the Waffle Weave terry cloth ones that you get gifts in for the Upper rooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 23, 2019 #22 Share Posted October 23, 2019 ORV You have quite the collection 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted October 23, 2019 #23 Share Posted October 23, 2019 19 hours ago, Carol From California said: I have 4-5 of them. What do you use them for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol From California Posted October 23, 2019 #24 Share Posted October 23, 2019 18 minutes ago, clo said: What do you use them for? 18 minutes ago, clo said: What do you use them for? On the cruise I use it as a beach bag to go to the pool deck. Put my e-reader, suntan lotion, room key card, and cell phone in it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted October 23, 2019 #25 Share Posted October 23, 2019 13 minutes ago, Carol From California said: On the cruise I use it as a beach bag to go to the pool deck. Put my e-reader, suntan lotion, room key card, and cell phone in it. Sorry. I meant what do you use that many for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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