Newbie sailing on Ecstacy next week

[stp108]

DH and I are sailing on Ecstacy next week. This is our first cruise and I've been reading trying to pick up hints and I'm a little confused. I see something about buying drink coupons online, but I don't know where to do it. Anything I can do to save money would be great. Also, I saw something about e-mailing someone to have something special in your cabin (I know, vague, but I don't remember it all). It may be too late for that. Also, I'd like to tip the room steward early on for good service. How do you do that without being awkward? Do they introduce themselves and you hand them money or what? If someone has been on Ecstacy and has posted a review, can you respond with the link? Our port of call is Cozumel. If anyone has hints or tips on what to do there, please let me know. We'll probably plan on just having lunch and a bit of shopping. Thanks in advance.

SP

[cruisinstace]

Sorry I don't have any answers to your questions, but I was on the Ecstasy the week before last and had a great time. Here is the link to the review I posted:

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=446497

I hope something in the review helps! Have a great cruise!!

[mrdood]

Drink coupons may save you cents here and there, but were really not worth it and more hassle than benefit to me. If you are big gambler and plan on spending plenty of time in the casino, you can e-mail the casino host in advance, they may send gifts to your cabin, they may not. No pre-tipping required or expected, it will not affect the level of service you are getting, if service is not up to par, let the hotel manager know, it should be, for more information on tipping, read this - many employees are actually offended by the upfront tip or bribe, of course they will act grateful:

 

http://www.cruisecritic.com/features/articles.cfm?ID=261

 

For Coz, the most popular is probably Paradise Beach, I was there in May and highly recommend it if you want to relax and enjoy the water. Otherwise shopping and lunch works great!

[stp108]

I'm sure looking forward to this cruise. It will be my first. I've wanted to do it for a very long time.

[seguincruiser]

I hope to see a review from you. I get to go on the Ecstacy in mid-January. First cruise in 16yrs and can hardly wait! Hope you have a great time but leave some for me.:D