Rare FlyerTalker Posted April 9, 2021 #1 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Simple question: Can OBC be used to upgrade a drink package once onboard the ship? Or is this an item that must be paid for separate from any credits? TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUTRAVEL Posted April 9, 2021 #2 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Yes, you can use OBC to upgrade a drink package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HskrCrsr Posted April 9, 2021 #3 Share Posted April 9, 2021 I posted recently on a not-too-popular thread that Captain's Club discounts on drink packages may only apply pre-cruise. And if you sail with Always Included, may only be upgraded after final payment. So if you want the tiny discount, and believe my interpretation of Celebrity's statements, do the upgrade after final payment and before boarding (4 days or more before, I believe). On the other hand, some recommend waiting until you are onboard, upgrade with a bartender, and they get a commission. Your tiny discount may not apply, and I am not sure about OBC in that case. But the bartender might like you more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikkelhansen Posted April 10, 2021 #4 Share Posted April 10, 2021 I believe OBC can be used for any pre-cruise and onboard purchase, except accommodation, flights and transfers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelayne Posted April 10, 2021 #5 Share Posted April 10, 2021 Yes, you can use OBC from C to upgrade the beverage package pre cruise. Upgrade can be done after final payment. If you are Elite or above there is a small discount on the upgrade. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HskrCrsr Posted April 10, 2021 #6 Share Posted April 10, 2021 4 hours ago, jelayne said: Yes, you can use OBC from C to upgrade the beverage package pre cruise. Upgrade can be done after final payment. If you are Elite or above there is a small discount on the upgrade. With the recent CC program changes, there is a 5% discount on the upgrade for Classic and Select, 10% for Elite and above. Jelayne's statement is still true - it's a small discount for Elite and above. But a smaller discount for others. And looking at the OP question, Jelayne and others answered it well. The discount stuff was my way of upping my post count, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted April 10, 2021 #7 Share Posted April 10, 2021 Mickkelhansen, OBC can be used for transfers from the ship to the airport at the end of the cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikkelhansen Posted April 11, 2021 #8 Share Posted April 11, 2021 11 hours ago, cruisestitch said: Mickkelhansen, OBC can be used for transfers from the ship to the airport at the end of the cruise. Thanks, good to know. I thought all add-on services were not eligible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted April 11, 2021 #9 Share Posted April 11, 2021 Because this gets asked so often I've compiled a list of things to spend OBC on. The only thing I know of now that you CAN'T buy with OBC is a deposit on a Future Cruise. Otherwise, here you go: Acupuncture Airport transfers Alcove Rental (some ships) Apple products etc. and Ilounge classes Art Auctions Babysitting Barber Shop services (Edge only) Beverages -- Alcoholic, carbonated soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas, bottled water Bingo Bottles of wine Casino Chef’s Table Duty free liquor and cigarettes Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants Extend Your Stay program Fitness classes Flowers Gelato Gift shop souvenirs, purses, cosmetics, clothing, jewelry, etc. Gratuities, and extra gratuities Guests dining with you in Luminae (applies to Suite Passengers only) Guest entertainers' CD's and DVD's Hair and nail salon Hollywood hot glass experiences (some ships) Internet Laundry/pressing/drycleaning Luggage Valet Martini Flights Medical Center purchases (but not treatments) Mini bar Portrait photo sessions Pay-per-view movies Persian Gardens passes Personal Training Sessions Photos & cameras Room service up charge items, and late night delivery fee Shore Excursions Shuttle to town (some ports) Spa -- massages and treatments Specialty restaurants Teeth Whitening Telephone calls using ship's system Transfer to another passenger's account Voyage in Review DVD Wine and liquor tastings Zumba 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare FlyerTalker Posted April 11, 2021 Author #10 Share Posted April 11, 2021 Interesting. A number of cruise lines will NOT let you use OBC in the casino. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikkelhansen Posted April 11, 2021 #11 Share Posted April 11, 2021 15 hours ago, cruisestitch said: The only thing I know of now that you CAN'T buy with OBC is a deposit on a Future Cruise. You could add Flights By Celebrity and pre-/post-cruise accommodation via Celebrity's website to the exceptions as well, I am pretty sure you can't use OBC for these services, which are although related directly to Celebrity and their website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted April 11, 2021 #12 Share Posted April 11, 2021 I am Taking the term OBC to mean on board credit. Meaning what can you use it for when you are on board. So it makes sense that it cannot be used for flights and hotel accommodations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikkelhansen Posted April 12, 2021 #13 Share Posted April 12, 2021 16 hours ago, cruisestitch said: I am Taking the term OBC to mean on board credit. Meaning what can you use it for when you are on board. So it makes sense that it cannot be used for flights and hotel accommodations. Fair enough. I thought debarkation transfers could be booked before the cruise online, but I don't know if OBC can be use there or only if booking transfer while onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted April 12, 2021 #14 Share Posted April 12, 2021 Generally transfers from the ship to the airport can only be booked once you are on the ship. There may be some specific exceptions to that but in general you must wait until you were on the ship and give your Disembarkation instructions to guest services. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HskrCrsr Posted April 14, 2021 #15 Share Posted April 14, 2021 On 4/12/2021 at 5:21 AM, cruisestitch said: Generally transfers from the ship to the airport can only be booked once you are on the ship. There may be some specific exceptions to that but in general you must wait until you were on the ship and give your Disembarkation instructions to guest services. I'm curious about booking the transfer from the ship to the airport. The only time I tried to book this, our flight was too early and they wouldn't let me book it until one of the last days of the cruise. So my actual experience does nothing to refute your claim. But ... Currently on the Manage Your Reservation page, I see this: And looking at the Travel Arrangements tab, I see this: Both of these suggest they can get you back to the airport and can be booked in advance. I am WAY outside the window for checking this so I cannot verify. Has this changed, perhaps, or do they tease you with this but not let you actually make the purchase in most cases? I appreciate any thoughts you might have on this potential transfer offering. If the earlier statement (quoted above) still stands, I can accept that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestLakeGirl Posted April 14, 2021 #16 Share Posted April 14, 2021 It appears to be new. Airport to ship transfers couldnt be booked on line inthe past, as I recall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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