Platinum member question

[iwannacruz]

I remember reading some time ago that Platinum members can get to their rooms on embarkation day before 1:30 p.m. (and that cabin stewards are instructed to clean and ready these rooms 1st to accomodate this). Can anyone comment on this? Is this true on all Carnival ships?

[cruising3times]

We are platinum members and we were on the Legend last week, we could not go to our cabins before 1:30, they actually opened the doors several minutes early.

[ready2cruzagain]

This has been discussed on here several times in the past. You will get those that say Yes do it and those that say No...not a benefit.

 

I can find no where under the platinum benefits that it states that this is allowed. There are signs up saying cabins will be available after 1:30pm...they DO NOT say...unless you are platinum.

 

We are platinum and go to our rooms after 1:30pm.

[okgirl]

I remember reading some time ago that Platinum members can get to their rooms on embarkation day before 1:30 p.m. (and that cabin stewards are instructed to clean and ready these rooms 1st to accomodate this). Can anyone comment on this? Is this true on all Carnival ships?

 

This is not true, though it's been done by some.......you will have people tell you that they have been told that it's okay to do this and that the cabin stewards don't mind the inconvenience.....but the fact is they as well as those at guest services are there to please and they will generally say just about anything is okay.......

 

Also, your cabin is not necessarily kept locked even though you may leave it that way......while the cabins are being turned over the doors are all proped open.....and even after they are finished, they will often come back and open all the doors so that the Hotel Manager can do their random inspection.....so your belongings are not completely secure...

 

When my sister and I get on the ship we each have a carry on......we don't smuggle and don't bring wine or soda's or water with us.....I guess if we did we would bring that stuff in a roller bag so it wasn't so cumbersome. We generally stop at the lobby bar for a drink, go to the Lido buffet and get a table outside, the go get something to eat one at a time........then we go either down to the promenade or the aft Lido and sit and people watch until 1:30......we prefer the Promenade because we're usually on the Upper deck and at 1:30 it's easy enough to get to our cabin to stow our stuff.........

[Cruise-Crazy]

The most I have done on maybe two occasions was drop off my bags in the cabin. These guys don't need the agrivation of someone in the cabin when they are trying to work.

[kicia]

We have been told by the cabin stewards that the cabins for Platinum and Milestone guests are cleaned first. We have also been told that we could go to the room early when we were at the check in desk but only a couple of times and it is not written anywhere.

[Alliezona09]

Here's the info on the program on carnival:

 

For your information, sometime in mid-2012, we will roll out a new Past Guest Recognition Program. Even though we do not have details to share at this time, current Platinum and Milestone guests will be grandfathered into the new corresponding levels.

 

Platinum Guests will receive a personalized Welcome Aboard communication detailing the exclusive perks, privileges and benefits available during their cruise - these Platinum benefits are just one way of showing our appreciation.

 

Priority Embarkation

Upon arriving at the cruise terminal, the Platinum guest must ask for VIP Check-In, in ports where VIP Check-In is normally offered.

 

An Exclusive Carnival Item

A special Carnival item will be delivered to the stateroom.

 

A Special Chocolate Delight

Chocolate Covered Strawberries will be delivered to the stateroom one evening.

Note: For cruises 5 days or longer only

 

Guaranteed Dining Times

Guests may change their assigned dining time. For changes, the Platinum guest should visit the Maitre d’ in the dining room upon embarkation so he can accommodate them; in the event the Maitre d’ is not available, the guest should contact Guest Services (Extension 6676).

Note: This is for the Platinum guest and immediate family, up to two staterooms.

 

Priority Steakhouse Reservations

Reservations can be made at the Steakhouse. In the event Steakhouse personnel are not available, the Platinum guest should contact Guest Services (Extension 6676).

 

Complimentary $20 Casino Entry to Blackjack or Slot Tournament

The Platinum guest (18 years or older) should visit the Casino Cashier Cage for his/her complimentary entry.

Note: Limit one entry per Platinum guest

 

Dedicated Guest Services Personnel

The Guest Service Desk has an exclusive area for Platinum guests to handle their personal services. In addition, a dedicated phone line is available from 8:00am-8:00pm to assist Platinum guests (Extension 6676).

 

Complimentary Arcade Tokens Valued at $5

Available only to Platinum guests under the age of 18. The Platinum guest should visit Camp Carnival for their tokens.

 

Priority Spa Reservations

Guests are encouraged to book early; for reservations, the Platinum guest should contact the Spa prior to 6:00pm on embarkation day.

 

Complimentary Wash and Fold Laundry Service

Complimentary wash and fold laundry service. The Platinum guest should notify their Stateroom Steward.

 

Priority Tender Boarding

Only available for the Platinum guest and up to 5 friends at ports that require tendering; guests not on a shore excursion should proceed to Guest Services to be escorted to the appropriate gangway for the next available tender.

Note: Only available ship to shore (not shore to ship)

 

Priority Debarkation

On the last day of the cruise, Platinum guests will receive debarkation instructions offering a choice of how they would prefer to disembark the ship (Self Assist, where offered - or - regular debarkation).

 

 

Note This program was rolled out fleet wide on 2/23/06.

Chocolate Covered Strawberries - Implemented with sailings (cruises 5 days or longer), beginning 12/22/11 and onward.

Personalized Stationery - Discontinued for sailings beginning 12/22/11 and onward.

Canapés - Discontinued for sailings beginning 12/22/11 and onward.

Petit Fours - Discontinued for sailings beginning 12/22/11 and onward.