Mechanics of Casino at Seas Refund of 3 Percent Fee

[egurbi]

If you earn Sapphire status or above at Casinos at Seas my understanding is that the 3 percent fee to "purchase" slot credits is refunded.

 

First, I am correct this is the case, and is there a limit to the amount of slot credits subject to the refund?

 

Second, what are the mechanics of the refund? Does it appear as a 3 percent fee and then gets comped off at the end of the cruise automatically, or do you need to request the refund and get a casino host to manually comp off the 3 percent fee?

 

Bonus question: For Sapphire tier, how much do you receive in OBC?

 

Thanks in advance.

[RB9643]

9 minutes ago, egurbi said:

Bonus question: For Sapphire tier, how much do you receive in OBC?

 

 

What OBC? Is there something I should know about, but don't?

 

 

[BirdTravels]

18 minutes ago, egurbi said:

If you earn Sapphire status or above at Casinos at Seas my understanding is that the 3 percent fee to "purchase" slot credits is refunded.

 

First, I am correct this is the case, and is there a limit to the amount of slot credits subject to the refund?

 

Second, what are the mechanics of the refund? Does it appear as a 3 percent fee and then gets comped off at the end of the cruise automatically, or do you need to request the refund and get a casino host to manually comp off the 3 percent fee?

 

Bonus question: For Sapphire tier, how much do you receive in OBC?

 

Thanks in advance.

No limit.
 

You can advance $1K at a time ($30 service charge). Maybe there is a $3K per day limit. 
 

The hosts should do it automatically, but it is better to talk with them. They will offer additional discretionary comps if you ask. 
 

Sapphires get $400. Elite $1K. 
 

‘’Sapphires also get the black ultra drinks card. 

Edited July 13, 2023 by BirdTravels

[UKstages]

the bird is correct. 
 

i would add that you should wait till the last day or so of your cruise to have them reverse the “convenience fees,” which is what they euphemistically call these charges. ditto having them evaluate your play… you’ll want to wait until you’re done playing for the cruise because once they credit you out, you’re done. they won’t typically go back and do additional credits. 
 

keep in mind that, depending on itinerary, the casino may not be open the last night of the cruise or may close early. so, plan accordingly. also, if you’re expecting discretionary comps, try to settle your account earlier in the evening of the last day the casino is open, so you have time to shop in the onboard stores. (unless you want all your discretionary comps to go to charges you’ve already accrued, such as excursions, dining, spa, etc.)

 

as a sapphire, you’ll also get three special treats delivered to your cabin. you get to choose from a list of five or six things, including a bottle of wine, deluxe chocolates, a cheese plate, a shrimp cocktail and the ubiquitous chocolate covered strawberries. these are in addition to whatever the casino normally sends. typically, a host will find you on your first night of play, welcome you, hand you a card and ask you to tick the boxes next to the amenities you prefer.

[BirdTravels]

1 hour ago, RB9643 said:

What OBC? Is there something I should know about, but don't?

If you are an Elite Tier in Casinos at Sea, you get $1000 OBC, comped limo to/from ship, comped daily service charges, $600 shoreex credit, comped premium wifi, black drinks card (like a Plus beverage package). 

 

If you are a Ruby Tier in Casinos at Sea, you get $400 OBC, black drinks card. 

 

If you are a Sapphire Tier in Casinos at Sea, you get $200 OBC (correcting my earlier post), premium drinks card

 

If you are a Pearl Tier, you get $100 OBC and a regular drinks card. 

 

For every 5000 points earned, you can get $50 free play or $50 OBC or a $250 CASNext certificate to use on your next booking. 

Edited July 13, 2023 by BirdTravels