crisndeefromde Posted June 29, 2014 #3276 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Well things change so much but he's on vacation now and thinks he will end up on the Serenade. I don't know any dates. Mario told another poster earlier that he was not going to Asia on the Quantum as that required a different concierge. If Jimmy Rhodes can handle Asia as a CD I would think that our Mario could do the same but I understand where he is coming from. I know it was posted that he was coming back to the Serenade before moving to the Quantum and perhaps he will remain on the Quantum until she leaves out of Bayonne. Who knows...I am sure he will keep us in the loop. Love Rami from the Serenade as well. Excellent concierges for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rednancy1 Posted June 29, 2014 #3277 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We enjoyed Luca on the Legend TA last fall. One of the best Concierges we've ever had. I agree Luca is excellent. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crisndeefromde Posted June 29, 2014 #3278 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Mario just emailed me from the Seranade and informed me that Rami is now aboard the Oasis! I wrote back asking if he is going to join the Quantum and I hope to hear back from him if he isn't calling all the rooms of his beautiful people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crisndeefromde Posted June 29, 2014 #3279 Share Posted June 29, 2014 What a great guy....Mario just wrote back and said yes he will be joining the Quantum of the Seas and looks forward to seeing everyone onboard this beautiful ship!!!! Exciting! No word yet over who will be replacing him on the Serenade. Hope this helps the list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beardedladies Posted June 29, 2014 #3280 Share Posted June 29, 2014 (edited) who will be the concierge on the independence in september Hi there, It looks like it will be Raj Bhugwath, I hoping it is as Raj as on a previous sailing he was so friendly and nothing was an issue. Mark Edited June 29, 2014 by beardedladies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffles2 Posted June 29, 2014 #3281 Share Posted June 29, 2014 We have also had Raj and agree that he is very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folk Singer Posted June 30, 2014 #3282 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Hi there, It looks like it will be Raj Bhugwath, I hoping it is as Raj as on a previous sailing he was so friendly and nothing was an issue. Mark He was wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellebud Posted June 30, 2014 #3283 Share Posted June 30, 2014 hope this is ok to post here... you all seem to know/use the concierges enough that you may know. we're sailing the Explorer in July in the Royal Suite. I booked kind of late, didn't get to reserve anything (I was hoping for a Cabana on Labadee and the zip line, coaster, etc there too). I was told by the booking agent (called RCCL directly) that we'll be able to reserve a cabana through the concierge on board. I'm wondering about the other things on Labadee too. The agent told me the concierge will be contacting me via email a week or so before the cruise. Should I just wait, or should I email now? Or is it too late and I'm out of luck anyway? Thanks for any help :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geema Posted June 30, 2014 #3284 Share Posted June 30, 2014 It depends on the Concierge whether they send an email the week before. On the Oasis we didn't get an email so I sent one to the Concierge on the Wednesday before we sailed and asked if the cabana we like was available. I got a reply within an hour that it was available and it was booked for me. I'd think the Concierge could help you with the other things you asked about. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomperaugrr Posted June 30, 2014 #3285 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Nizar Laatiri is currently in the CL on Explorer. We just got off the Explorer on Saturday 6/28, and I have to say that Nizar was one of the best concierges we have had. He was very personable and attentive. We really enjoyed his personality and professionalism. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyrideny405 Posted June 30, 2014 #3286 Share Posted June 30, 2014 HI Eric -were drink vouchers on your Explorer sailing? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellebud Posted June 30, 2014 #3287 Share Posted June 30, 2014 It depends on the Concierge whether they send an email the week before. On the Oasis we didn't get an email so I sent one to the Concierge on the Wednesday before we sailed and asked if the cabana we like was available. I got a reply within an hour that it was available and it was booked for me. I'd think the Concierge could help you with the other things you asked about. Hope this helps. Nizar Laatiri is currently in the CL on Explorer. We just got off the Explorer on Saturday 6/28, and I have to say that Nizar was one of the best concierges we have had. He was very personable and attentive. We really enjoyed his personality and professionalism. Eric thank you both! I just got an email from Nizar this afternoon - perfect timing! (or does he read CC???) :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseluvingirl Posted July 1, 2014 #3288 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Who are the current concierges on the oasis of the sea? Sent from my XT1030 using Tapatalk Rami just joined the Oasis on June 22nd, he came from the Serenade and is awesome. He and Mario both do over and beyond to make everyone feel at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommabean Posted July 1, 2014 #3289 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Rami just joined the Oasis on June 22nd, he came from the Serenade and is awesome. He and Mario both do over and beyond to make everyone feel at home. I love Rami. He's super nice and does a great job. Very friendly and sociable. I am assuming he's the diamond concierge on Oasis. Is this correct? Gina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geema Posted July 1, 2014 #3290 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Mommabean - Yes Rami would be the Diamond Concierge. Allan Fajardo and Israel Sanchez were in the CL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomperaugrr Posted July 1, 2014 #3291 Share Posted July 1, 2014 (edited) HI Eric -were drink vouchers on your Explorer sailing? Thanks Yes. There were three drink credits available for use by Diamond Members and up, during the Concierge Lounge happy hour times. Be aware, the list is limited to what is provided in the CL only. No frozen or premium brands. I ordered a Tanqueray martini and the card is swiped twice, as it counts as two drinks under this offer. That was fine with me. The 19th Hole was the overflow Concierge Lounge, but we stuck with the CL. Nizar was outstanding! Eric Edited July 1, 2014 by Pomperaugrr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamon Posted July 1, 2014 #3292 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Eric..do you know what drinks were being served at the Diamond event on Explorer..was it the usual wine, champagne, soda or could you get a drink like in the Concierge lounge, without using your 3 drink credits? I've heard that at some Diamond Events they now serve the same drinks as the Concierge lounge. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomperaugrr Posted July 1, 2014 #3293 Share Posted July 1, 2014 (edited) Eric..do you know what drinks were being served at the Diamond event on Explorer..was it the usual wine, champagne, soda or could you get a drink like in the Concierge lounge, without using your 3 drink credits? I've heard that at some Diamond Events they now serve the same drinks as the Concierge lounge. Thanks I only used the Concierge Lounge and got one or two martinis at the Crown & Kettle. I did not attend any Diamond events. Please note that if you use the Diamond drink vouchers on your card, you will need to sign a $0 receipt. There is no added gratuity, so please leave your bartender or server a tip if getting one of the free drinks. I gave cash,but you can add it to the seapass slip if you prefer. :cool: Eric Edited July 1, 2014 by Pomperaugrr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelgoddess1 Posted July 1, 2014 #3294 Share Posted July 1, 2014 I only used the Concierge Lounge and got one or two martinis at the Crown & Kettle. I did not attend any Diamond events. Please note that if you use the Diamond drink vouchers on your card, you will need to sign a $0 receipt. There is no added gratuity, so please leave your bartender or server a tip if getting one of the free drinks. I gave cash,but you can add it to the seapass slip if you prefer. :cool: Eric Eric, thanks for the information about the $0 receipt. We have not used the coupons yet, and I was hoping we could add the gratuity to a receipt. We normally carry a lot of singles. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SherriZ366 Posted July 3, 2014 #3295 Share Posted July 3, 2014 I only used the Concierge Lounge and got one or two martinis at the Crown & Kettle. I did not attend any Diamond events. Please note that if you use the Diamond drink vouchers on your card, you will need to sign a $0 receipt. There is no added gratuity, so please leave your bartender or server a tip if getting one of the free drinks. I gave cash,but you can add it to the seapass slip if you prefer. :cool: Eric Eric -- thanks also for the info. on the Drink Coupons on EX and the way to tip using the seapass slip. We are sailing on EX on Dec. 4, 2015. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelgoddess1 Posted July 3, 2014 #3296 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Eric -- thanks also for the info. on the Drink Coupons on EX and the way to tip using the seapass slip. We are sailing on EX on Dec. 4, 2015. We're right behind you in January!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folk Singer Posted July 3, 2014 #3297 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Eric -- thanks also for the info. on the Drink Coupons on EX and the way to tip using the seapass slip. We are sailing on EX on Dec. 4, 2015. Ditto:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clamett Posted July 3, 2014 #3298 Share Posted July 3, 2014 We are sailing on the Brilliance out of Harwich on Aug 19 for 26 nights. Who will be our concierge? :) Willy left for vacation on July 1. He was fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pooh3901 Posted July 3, 2014 #3299 Share Posted July 3, 2014 (edited) We're right behind you in January!:)We will be on her 1 NOV 2014, GOING TO BE INTERESTING AS SHE IS SOLD OUT:eek: Edited July 3, 2014 by pooh3901 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marci22 Posted July 4, 2014 #3300 Share Posted July 4, 2014 I ordered a Tanqueray martini and the card is swiped twice, as it counts as two drinks under this offer. That was fine with me Is that because Tanqueray is considered a premium brand? or because it was a martini? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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