DVD player available?

[whoshwhosh]

Will be staying in a Grand Suite on the Jewel in January. Will there be a DVD player with the television?

[Surfguyxxx]

I've personally never had seen one in any of our GS rooms.   

[robmtx]

If in a suite can you get a PlayStation? They can play DVDs.

Is this a thing or was I imagining this "perk"

[RobInMN]

On Jewel, you should have easy access to the HDMI ports. I brought a Firestick 2 months ago and was able to use it just fine.

So maybe bring something like this ($50). You can use the built-in screen or connect to a TV via HDMI.

https://www.amazon.com/YOTON-Portable-Battery-Multiple-Projector/dp/B09P12W1SQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2SNJZYWBAKZTX&keywords=portable+dvd+player&qid=1662120407&sprefix=portable+dvd+player%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-4

 

If you need BluRay support, here's one for $99, without a built-in screen:

https://www.amazon.com/Blu-Ray-Portable-Theater-Control-Support/dp/B08ZCNXN4W/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3ESIFQA1UXGOA&keywords=portable+blu+ray+player&qid=1662120616&sprefix=portable+blu+ray+player%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-6

 

[smokeybandit]

You used to be able to request one from the concierge.

[pfdaxe358]

Watching DVDs on a cruise? Maybe stay home and watch TV and save the $$$  🙂 

[George C]

8 hours ago, whoshwhosh said:

Will be staying in a Grand Suite on the Jewel in January. Will there be a DVD player with the television?

Yes we have had DVD players on most of our non oasis class grand suites , if it’s not there double check with concierge.

[whoshwhosh]

23 hours ago, pfdaxe358 said:

Watching DVDs on a cruise? Maybe stay home and watch TV and save the $$$  🙂 

DH has mobility and health issues so he needs to limit his walking. Our cruise has 4 sea days, we get the Grand Suite for him to enjoy the space and enjoy movies when the walking is too much for him.

[la_croisiere_s'amuse]

19 minutes ago, whoshwhosh said:

DH has mobility and health issues so he needs to limit his walking. Our cruise has 4 sea days, we get the Grand Suite for him to enjoy the space and enjoy movies when the walking is too much for him.

No need to defend how you choose to spend your time on your cruise. Cruise Critic has lots of people who are helpful and  courteous, and unfortunately a few who feel the need to stir the pot.

 

In response to your question: you should receive an email from your concierge a few days before your cruise, and you can ask him/her if one can be made available. Or, if you want to be sure ahead of time, the products suggested by RobInMN would be a good option too.

 

Wishing you both a wonderful cruise! 🙂 

[whoshwhosh]

1 minute ago, la_croisiere_s'amuse said:

No need to defend how you choose to spend your time on your cruise. Cruise Critic has lots of people who are helpful and  courteous, and unfortunately a few who feel the need to stir the pot.

 

In response to your question: you should receive an email from your concierge a few days before your cruise, and you can ask him/her if one can be made available. Or, if you want to be sure ahead of time, the products suggested by RobInMN would be a good option too.

 

Wishing you both a wonderful cruise! 🙂 

Thank you for the kind words and info

[Moltar]

When I stayed in Grand Suite in 02 on Explorer we had a DVD player. That was 20 years ago 😉 

Edited September 3, 2022 by Moltar

[islandchick]

If someone on these boards can tell you what brand of tv it is then you can buy a cheap remote control and small travel dvd player along with a hdmi cable (thats what I do). We also watch dvds on lazy sea days and I refuse to pay for the on demand movies. 

[davekathy]

On 9/2/2022 at 8:10 AM, pfdaxe358 said:

Watching DVDs on a cruise? Maybe stay home and watch TV and save the $$$  🙂 

I get what your saying. I almost posted what TV. Thanks for taking one for the team. 🤣

[Ashland]

On 9/2/2022 at 5:12 AM, RobInMN said:

On Jewel, you should have easy access to the HDMI ports. I brought a Firestick 2 months ago and was able to use it just fine.

So maybe bring something like this ($50). You can use the built-in screen or connect to a TV via HDMI.

https://www.amazon.com/YOTON-Portable-Battery-Multiple-Projector/dp/B09P12W1SQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2SNJZYWBAKZTX&keywords=portable+dvd+player&qid=1662120407&sprefix=portable+dvd+player%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-4

 

If you need BluRay support, here's one for $99, without a built-in screen:

https://www.amazon.com/Blu-Ray-Portable-Theater-Control-Support/dp/B08ZCNXN4W/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3ESIFQA1UXGOA&keywords=portable+blu+ray+player&qid=1662120616&sprefix=portable+blu+ray+player%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-6

 

We also brought our firestick on our Jewel July cruise and had no problem watching Netflix, Amazon Prime, Paramount Plus and Hulu. We hooked it up and could see it on our large OS TV.

 

We do this on all our cruises and have had no problems.

[Ashland]

1 hour ago, islandchick said:

If someone on these boards can tell you what brand of tv it is then you can buy a cheap remote control and small travel dvd player along with a hdmi cable (thats what I do). We also watch dvds on lazy sea days and I refuse to pay for the on demand movies. 

Their always Samsung TV's.

[Ashland]

5 hours ago, Moltar said:

When I stayed in Grand Suite in 02 on Explorer we had a DVD player. That was 20 years ago 😉 

Not available in any OS we've been in the last few years. This is a thing of the past.

[PolicromaSol]

Even if it isn't a suite, I would be shocked it they weren't available at guest services. Cruise ships love their up charges. 🤔

[vjmatty]

8 hours ago, whoshwhosh said:

DH has mobility and health issues so he needs to limit his walking. Our cruise has 4 sea days, we get the Grand Suite for him to enjoy the space and enjoy movies when the walking is too much for him.

Sorry someone made you feel the need to explain your husband’s medical issues. We’re kind of a tough crowd here, and many people make assumptions about others’ situations based on their own limited view of the world.

 

Enjoy your cruise….I myself will be bringing movies on my iPad for when the weather makes me use a treadmill instead of the outdoor track. Guess I should stay home too 🤷🏻‍♀️

[Ashland]

2 hours ago, PolicromaSol said:

Even if it isn't a suite, I would be shocked it they weren't available at guest services. Cruise ships love their up charges. 🤔

Be shocked....because they aren't available on any RCI ships.

[pfdaxe358]

14 hours ago, la_croisiere_s'amuse said:

No need to defend how you choose to spend your time on your cruise. Cruise Critic has lots of people who are helpful and  courteous, and unfortunately a few who feel the need to stir the pot.

Not stirring the pot Mr busy body. Making a rational opinionated comment. I believe that is the idea of an open forum. SMH

[jk04]

10 hours ago, pfdaxe358 said:

Not stirring the pot Mr busy body. Making a rational opinionated comment. I believe that is the idea of an open forum. SMH

So based on your 'rational opinion', people who may have disabilities or mobility issues, or others like me that take medications such as chemo, who may possibly have a day or two where they may require some extra rest and relaxation in the cabin should just stay home?  Are we offending your sensibilities because we are wasting money on a cruise to enjoy time away from home and not spending our time like you think we should?  I see nothing rational in your opinion, just your opinion.

Edited September 4, 2022 by jk04

[hey-buc]

On 9/2/2022 at 7:12 AM, RobInMN said:

On Jewel, you should have easy access to the HDMI ports. I brought a Firestick 2 months ago and was able to use it just fine.

So maybe bring something like this ($50). You can use the built-in screen or connect to a TV via HDMI.

https://www.amazon.com/YOTON-Portable-Battery-Multiple-Projector/dp/B09P12W1SQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2SNJZYWBAKZTX&keywords=portable+dvd+player&qid=1662120407&sprefix=portable+dvd+player%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-4

 

If you need BluRay support, here's one for $99, without a built-in screen:

https://www.amazon.com/Blu-Ray-Portable-Theater-Control-Support/dp/B08ZCNXN4W/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3ESIFQA1UXGOA&keywords=portable+blu+ray+player&qid=1662120616&sprefix=portable+blu+ray+player%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-6

 

Don't you still have to have a good wifi for this to work?

[vjmatty]

11 hours ago, pfdaxe358 said:

Not stirring the pot Mr busy body. Making a rational opinionated comment. I believe that is the idea of an open forum. SMH

You’re calling him a busybody?

 

FYI that same open forum also extends to comments in response to yours. 

[leisuretraveler223]

On 9/2/2022 at 1:42 AM, whoshwhosh said:

Will be staying in a Grand Suite on the Jewel in January. Will there be a DVD player with the television?

 

I don't even have one at home anymore.  Are you actually planning to travel with DVDs?

[orville99]

11 hours ago, pfdaxe358 said:

Not stirring the pot Mr busy body. Making a rational opinionated comment. I believe that is the idea of an open forum. SMH

"rational opinionated" is an oxymoron. One is either rational or opinionated, but both cannot exist at the same time. BTW, when you SYH, do you hear a rattle?😇