bizeebeth Posted April 12, 2007 #1 Share Posted April 12, 2007 We leave on the Pearl in a month (yeah!) and most of our group are members of the Latitudes program. Is there a "free" cocktail party for us? On Carnival, there is always a party for past cruisers where they pass out a variety of wine/cocktails. Also, is there a NCL captain's reception where they serve champagne or anything? Bottom line, I think we are trying to find all the free stuff we can, esp. when it involves free booze. haha. I haven't been on a NCL cruise since 2002 and I was pregnant at the time so I would have skipped them anyway. . . Elizabeth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POOHISME2 Posted April 12, 2007 #2 Share Posted April 12, 2007 Yes, they have a Latitude party, you will get an invitation in your cabin. The Captains party is for VIP's and suite guests, so if you are a Gold Latitude member or higher or in a AE or higher you will also get an invitation in your cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUZIN TOM Posted April 12, 2007 #3 Share Posted April 12, 2007 But to take advantage of the coctails, sit near the bar, that way you might get 2 or more drinks. They only serve for about 30 minutes. Get 2 at a time when they start handing them out. Usually do a rum punch, champagne, and some other sweet cocktail. They also serve canapes.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
immargaret Posted April 12, 2007 #4 Share Posted April 12, 2007 We have always been able to order what ever drink we wanted and didn't have to take the rum punch or champagne at both the Latitudes and Captain's parties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstSail06 Posted April 12, 2007 #5 Share Posted April 12, 2007 Also, sign up for the Casinos-At-Sea card. As long as you're in the casino and "occasionally" play, the drinks are free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
immargaret Posted April 12, 2007 #6 Share Posted April 12, 2007 The art auctions always have free champagne flowing as well.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilant Posted April 12, 2007 #7 Share Posted April 12, 2007 Also, sign up for the Casinos-At-Sea card. As long as you're in the casino and "occasionally" play, the drinks are free. where do we sign up???????:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstSail06 Posted April 12, 2007 #8 Share Posted April 12, 2007 If you mean for the Casino-At-Sea, you sign up in the Casino onboard, or prior to sailing. You will need to provide some type of documentation, Passport, D/L, etc. It's easy. We signed up last year prior to sailing and our cards in our stateroom when we came aboard. Here's the link: http://www.ncl.com/nclweb/cruiser/cmsPages.html?pageId=CasinosAtSea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrislynn55 Posted April 12, 2007 #9 Share Posted April 12, 2007 We have always been able to enjoy wine (red or white) at the 'repeat cruisers' party on any cruise line. Sometimes it's already on the serving tray, if not, just ask for what you want. You don't have to settle for the sugary mixed drinks. If you tip the waiter who delivers your first drink, you will find them back with another (and another) during the party! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Guy Posted April 14, 2007 #10 Share Posted April 14, 2007 if you hang out near the bar you can order whatever you want little trick that i found out on the dawn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted April 14, 2007 #11 Share Posted April 14, 2007 But to take advantage of the coctails, sit near the bar, that way you might get 2 or more drinks. They only serve for about 30 minutes. Get 2 at a time when they start handing them out. Usually do a rum punch, champagne, and some other sweet cocktail. They also serve canapes.:) you can request another type of cocktail; it has been our experience they will honor your request. NMnita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisencrazy Posted April 14, 2007 #12 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Just off the beautiful Pearl. Latitudes party was great as usual. We did not guzzle, but had several drinks. They brought people whatever they wanted. I was disappointed at what people wore. You don't have to dress up, but people showed up in tasteless clothing that I wouldn't wear to the gym. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted April 14, 2007 #13 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Just off the beautiful Pearl. Latitudes party was great as usual. We did not guzzle, but had several drinks. They brought people whatever they wanted. I was disappointed at what people wore. You don't have to dress up, but people showed up in tasteless clothing that I wouldn't wear to the gym. I think the word "Class" has gone out of many people vocabulary. Too much living in the world of Me and if I want or don't want it is no one elses business. NMnita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamrenjer Posted April 14, 2007 #14 Share Posted April 14, 2007 We heard the Latitudes party was at 1:30 in the afternoon on the first day at sea. I would think people wouldn't want to get all dressed up- etc. Maybe it is just my opinion, but I would think a different time of day would be better... just my opinion.... but maybe before dinner or something... just my two cents!:) (But I do agree, people have lost a sense of class!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted April 14, 2007 #15 Share Posted April 14, 2007 We heard the Latitudes party was at 1:30 in the afternoon on the first day at sea. I would think people wouldn't want to get all dressed up- etc. Maybe it is just my opinion, but I would think a different time of day would be better... just my opinion.... but maybe before dinner or something... just my two cents!:) (But I do agree, people have lost a sense of class!) Quite often it is mid day anymore, not always and sometimes they have more than one, depending on how many latitude members are on ship, but not wanting to get dressed up is one thing, I think what some of us are referring to is quite another. you do make a good point. I wish they would go back to later in the afternoon as well. NMNita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisencrazy Posted April 14, 2007 #16 Share Posted April 14, 2007 We heard the Latitudes party was at 1:30 in the afternoon on the first day at sea. I would think people wouldn't want to get all dressed up- etc. Maybe it is just my opinion, but I would think a different time of day would be better... just my opinion.... but maybe before dinner or something... just my two cents!:) (But I do agree, people have lost a sense of class!) I do admit that it was a strange time for an indoor cocktail party. However, you can only stay in the sun for so long before you burn and wrinkle:) No matter what time a day it was, it was rude to show up poorly dressed. Let's face it, we were all there for a free drink and some appetizers, hoping to win something. They wanted us there to sell us on future cruises. My point is that if you don't want to dress appropriately, don't go. The invitation clearly stated what was appropriate attire for the event. I was surprised that they didn't turn some people away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzeluver Posted April 14, 2007 #17 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Our past guest party on the Majesty was fantastic! The complimentary cocktails were a-flowin'!! :p They also had great canapes. They held a drawing for several prizes. We won dinner for two at Le Bistro, which was shear Heaven! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POOHISME2 Posted April 15, 2007 #18 Share Posted April 15, 2007 I always look foward to the Latitude party. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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