Crown Lounge - Diamond Entrance During Happy Hour

[HicksRA]

27 minutes ago, Another_Critic said:

Doesn't really matter whether is coded or not.  Would need a manual check to eliminate tailgaters.

Good point. 

[ONECRUISER]

On 2/29/2024 at 4:26 PM, Orange jeep said:

Thanks…I’m hoping we will have access 🙏.  It’s spring break week for some.  

 

 

Just took a look, Highest number of USA Grade School-HS Kids are on Spring Break this week, 

[PhillyFan33579]

4 hours ago, Another_Critic said:

Doesn't really matter whether is coded or not.  Would need a manual check to eliminate tailgaters.

From my experience and what others have posted, RCI has someone check everyone’s card when the lounge is limited to D+ and Ps. 

[Another_Critic]

2 hours ago, PhillyFan33579 said:

From my experience and what others have posted, RCI has someone check everyone’s card when the lounge is limited to D+ and Ps. 

They were checking everyone on the Anthem TA, even though D was not excluded during HH.

[flvol77]

On 3/1/2024 at 9:00 AM, island lady said:

Eh...don't feel bad.   Pinnacles really never know if they have access to SL or Concierge Lounges any longer either, until we board.  Unless we are in a full suite, which 99% of the time we are.  

 

Since you still have to use your vouchers even in the Crown Lounge...there is no reason not to use them around the ship in the various lounges as well if you have restricted access. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Being new to being Diamond, I thought well, this is disappointing, after reading this I see that it doesn't make much difference at all, so thank you. 

[TeeRick]

Just looked at my Sea Pass card from our Symphony cruise a few weeks ago.  It says Diamond Plus on it.  When going into the Crown Lounge there was card reader access to open the door.

[doghog]

3 hours ago, TeeRick said:

Just looked at my Sea Pass card from our Symphony cruise a few weeks ago.  It says Diamond Plus on it.  When going into the Crown Lounge there was card reader access to open the door.

I always remember a card reader like on the cabin doors. That wouldn't work if D were not allowed only during the CAS HH. The CLC would need to personally check everyone's Seapass cards.  

Edited March 3 by doghog

[island lady]

3 minutes ago, doghog said:

I always remember a card reader like on the cabin doors. That wouldn't work if D were not allowed only during the CAS HH. The CLC would need to personally check everyone's Seapass cards.  

 

That ends up being in the same stinky can of worms as limiting the top 30 Pinnies into SL/CK.   😄   LA Maneesh (who is now promoted to GS manager) told us they tried it once recently on Wonder...it was a disaster.  They have not done it since according to what he told us last week.  

[doghog]

4 minutes ago, island lady said:

 

That ends up being in the same stinky can of worms as limiting the top 30 Pinnies into SL/CK.   😄   LA Maneesh (who is now promoted to GS manager) told us they tried it once recently on Wonder...it was a disaster.  They have not done it since according to what he told us last week.  

It's a stinky can of worms alright. Like always the decision makers sitting in their ivory towers are screwing over their loyal guests. 

[barbeyg]

4 minutes ago, doghog said:

It's a stinky can of worms alright. Like always the decision makers sitting in their ivory towers are screwing over their loyal guests. 

And the people working in the trenches have to deal with the angry results of their ivory tower decision-making.  🙄 I feel sorry for the employees who have to face the angry travelers. 

[island lady]

10 minutes ago, doghog said:

It's a stinky can of worms alright. Like always the decision makers sitting in their ivory towers are screwing over their loyal guests. 

 

So true....sigh.   And the unfortunate thing is that when they finally realize they are driving off their loyal cruisers...it will be too late.  

[doghog]

2 minutes ago, barbeyg said:

And the people working in the trenches have to deal with the angry results of their ivory tower decision-making.  🙄 I feel sorry for the employees who have to face the angry travelers. 

That's why "we" would never pitch a hissy fit directly to a staff member that has no control over the situation no matter what the issue is. There are other avenues to voice our complaints and concerns to. Of course back to those in the ivory tower.   🙄

[island lady]

6 minutes ago, barbeyg said:

And the people working in the trenches have to deal with the angry results of their ivory tower decision-making.  🙄 I feel sorry for the employees who have to face the angry travelers. 

 

Absolutely.   And in that same light...the poor crew members that are so scared to enforce rules in place for fear of retribution from the spoiled "me first" pax.   It was pretty bad on Wonder last week. 

 

Though one couple apparently did not get away with something.   Security was waiting for them to pack so he could escort the pair off the ship.  The poor guy was there when I went up for coffee, and still there when we went for breakfast this morning.  

 

 Not sure what the situation was, but the cabin he was standing in front of ....was always the one with half eaten food scattered on the carpeted hallway floor around the door...not always actually in the plate...along with beer cans and drink glasses.    I was.... of course, teasing him that the day would get better later...he agreed with a wink.  😉 

[Mary&Jim]

Currently on the Adventure. No diamond members allowed in the Crown Lounge during HH. Someone posted at the door checking badges.

[island lady]

I think the writing is on the wall about the exclusion of Ds from the Crown Lounge....not just during Happy Hour. 

 

  IMHO...hence the reason for the rush to change all the name plates on the doors.   Suites Lounge/Concierge lounges for suites....Crown Lounge for D+ and Pinnies.   Like it or not...I think that is the route that is coming...RCI just easing into it a little at a time.  

 

Though years ago when they dumped Ds out of the then Concierge Lounges...it was all at once...rip off the bandaid.  😮    

[doghog]

3 minutes ago, island lady said:

I think the writing is on the wall about the exclusion of Ds from the Crown Lounge....not just during Happy Hour. 

 

  IMHO...hence the reason for the rush to change all the name plates on the doors.   Suites Lounge/Concierge lounges for suites....Crown Lounge for D+ and Pinnies.   Like it or not...I think that is the route that is coming...RCI just easing into it a little at a time.  

 

Though years ago when they dumped Ds out of the then Concierge Lounges...it was all at once...rip off the bandaid.  😮    

And where does it stop? Are all D+ next or just us with less than 350 CAS cruise points? As you know we like the CL (DL). That's why I'm so vocal and PO about this entire Diamond and even Pinnacle thing that you are experiencing.  Take the so called carrot away but still want us to cruise with RC. It really PO me off how RCG is handling the nightmare they created and treating the CAS program with. Emails go unanswered or a blanket response of blah, blah, blah!!  

[island lady]

26 minutes ago, doghog said:

And where does it stop? Are all D+ next or just us with less than 350 CAS cruise points? As you know we like the CL (DL). That's why I'm so vocal and PO about this entire Diamond and even Pinnacle thing that you are experiencing.  Take the so called carrot away but still want us to cruise with RC. It really PO me off how RCG is handling the nightmare they created and treating the CAS program with. Emails go unanswered or a blanket response of blah, blah, blah!!  

 

Totally agree my friend.  The carrot has been dangling a bit too much.   When we originally turned Pinnacle, we thought..."Oh Yeah...access to CL/SL and CK on ships that have them"!  Nice!  Well worth chasing the Pinnacle carrot.  Now......

 

Nope, it is constantly in doubt if we as Pinnacles are allowed in those lounges unless we cruise in a GS and above.   

 

In fact when years ago Ds were kicked out of the (at that time) only suites/loyalty lounges (Concierge Lounge)...it was just after we made Diamond.  Had to wait to be D+ then to access or be in suite. Though we did love the Diamond Events up until they finally put in the keyed access Diamond Lounges to appease the masses as an alternative.  

 

Lets face it...RCI no longer cares about their loyal cruisers.  They are after the quick fix of packing in families on mega theme park style ships.  

[teddie]

15 hours ago, flvol77 said:

Being new to being Diamond, I thought well, this is disappointing, after reading this I see that it doesn't make much difference at all, so thank you. 

As Diamond, you will get your four drinks/per person/per day, which you would still have to use even if they permit D into the Crown Lounge, including the Happy Hour.  We love the drinks perk, as it saves quite a bit of money. Don't forget that you can use them on specialty coffees (not directly from Starbucks, though), and bottled water, so if you have leftover vouchers at the end of the day, you can ask the bartender for bottled water.

 

Happy Hour offers hot and cold hors doevres, dessert bites etc.  We are typically not hungry enough to partake much, knowing that dinner is at about 7pm for us.  At all other times, I have found the Crown Lounge to be mostly  peaceful and relaxing.  I typically work on my laptop while cruising, so it's a nice spot for it.  The cappucino/coffee machine there is also sweet...

 

Teddie

Edited March 3 by teddie

[SEA DOGY]

4 hours ago, island lady said:

I think the writing is on the wall about the exclusion of Ds from the Crown Lounge....not just during Happy Hour. 

 

  IMHO...hence the reason for the rush to change all the name plates on the doors.   Suites Lounge/Concierge lounges for suites....Crown Lounge for D+ and Pinnies.   Like it or not...I think that is the route that is coming...RCI just easing into it a little at a time.  

 

Though years ago when they dumped Ds out of the then Concierge Lounges...it was all at once...rip off the bandaid.  😮    

I’m wondering if Sea class pax are aloud in C/L

[doghog]

1 hour ago, SEA DOGY said:

I’m wondering if Sea class pax are aloud in C/L

CL, Crown Lounge. Only if they are D and above. As it should be. 

Edited March 4 by doghog

[Another_Critic]

1 hour ago, SEA DOGY said:

I’m wondering if Sea class pax are aloud in C/L

If C/L = Concierge (aka Suite) Lounge, Sea class is not permitted*.

 

*  YMMV if you are Pinnacle

[SEA DOGY]

31 minutes ago, doghog said:

CL, Crown Lounge. Only if they are D and above. As it should be. 

So

Diamond  trumps Sea class passengers when it comes to Suite lounge or Crown lounge  ?

[doghog]

18 minutes ago, SEA DOGY said:

So

Diamond  trumps Sea class passengers when it comes to Suite lounge or Crown lounge  ?

Yes, the Crown Lounge is only for Diamonds, Diamond Plus and Pinnacles. No matter the cabin category. 

Edited March 4 by doghog

[SEA DOGY]

34 minutes ago, doghog said:

Yes, the Crown Lounge is only for Diamonds, Diamond Plus and Pinnacles. No matter the cabin category. 

Got it 

thank you

[firefly333]

42 minutes ago, SEA DOGY said:

So

Diamond  trumps Sea class passengers when it comes to Suite lounge or Crown lounge  ?

You have to be pinnacle or in a suite to be in the suite lounge, lol, unless they limit to top 3p pinnacles. So some pinnacles can go to suite lounge. It's ok with me, I'm d+. Unless I book a full suite, it's for suite pax. 

 

I can always go in crown lounge, right now. I dont predict the future.