brainyblonde Posted November 13, 2012 #1 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Did I read a previous post correctly that there is a charge for my morning cappuccino in the MDR? It isn't that good, but it was better than nothing. Don't think it is worth an upcharge, though. brainyblonde Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 13, 2012 #2 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Yes, you read that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted November 13, 2012 #3 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Did I read a previous post correctly that there is a charge for my morning cappuccino in the MDR? It isn't that good, but it was better than nothing. Don't think it is worth an upcharge, though. brainyblonde I, too, enjoy a cappuccino in the morning. Since Explorations is next to the MDR on the S class ships, I think I'll stop there and get one on the way to breakfast in the MDR... Further, does that mean they are now available at breakfast in the Lido for an upcharge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindaler Posted November 13, 2012 #4 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I just got off the Zaandam and had my morning and noon cappuccino at no charge. I even was able to ask for a double shot every once in a while. No charge on the Zaandam as of three days ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted November 13, 2012 #5 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Ask if there is a charge once you get to the main dining room. There have been reports here the last few days that some of the ships are now charging $1.75 for a single shot and $2.50 for a double shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brainyblonde Posted November 13, 2012 Author #6 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Thanks for the information. The cappuccino is really in name only, they press a button on a machine and it comes out. Real cappuccino as you all know is hand frothed. DH makes me the real stuff every morning from a Super Duper Italian Machine that takes half of our kitchen counter. He can't stand the MDR cappuccino, will tolerate the espresso. I certainly would not pay for this inferior product. One more cutback from HAL and such a simple pleasure of gracious dining. Dragging a cup purchased from somewhere else is not my idea of an elegant breakfast. Tsk, tsk! Will just have to cope, free or no deal. brainlyblonde Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruise2020 Posted November 15, 2012 #7 Share Posted November 15, 2012 New charge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #8 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I, too, enjoy a cappuccino in the morning. Since Explorations is next to the MDR on the S class ships, I think I'll stop there and get one on the way to breakfast in the MDR... Further, does that mean they are now available at breakfast in the Lido for an upcharge? This is NOT a criticsm of you, Sheila, but a comment as to what will be rather common, it seems........ Paper cups of coffee on starched white linens on the tables instead of lovely Rosenthal china coffee cups. It is likely a number of people will now bring their coffee in the paper cups into the MDR with them and who can blame them if they wish to have a good cup of coffee. It just feels so wrong to me for HAL keep lowering the ambience and experience. I don't think paper cups should be prevalent in a 'well dressed' dining room. Most actions they are taking these days are triggering reactions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaguarstyper Posted November 15, 2012 #9 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Oceania Cruises are looking more attractive every day. Just sayin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruise2020 Posted November 15, 2012 #10 Share Posted November 15, 2012 This is NOT a criticsm of you, Sheila, but a comment as to what will be rather common, it seems........ Paper cups of coffee on starched white linens on the tables instead of lovely Rosenthal china coffee cups. It is likely a number of people will now bring their coffee in the paper cups into the MDR with them and who can blame them if they wish to have a good cup of coffee. It just feels so wrong to me for HAL keep lowering the ambience and experience. I don't think paper cups should be prevalent in a 'well dressed' dining room. Most actions they are taking these days are triggering reactions. Right! And charging for an inferior product, this is not a classy move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicocala Posted November 15, 2012 #11 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Just wait till I bring my Diet Pepsi in.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruise2020 Posted November 15, 2012 #12 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Oceania Cruises are looking more attractive every day. Just sayin' Yes they are an amazing value, but the schedules they have right now for the caribbean do not work for us. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #13 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Right! And charging for an inferior product, this is not a classy move. Right. ;) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangerinebunny Posted November 15, 2012 #14 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Are they charging in the Pinnacle for breakfast too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #15 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Probably not as only Suite guests breakfast in Pinnacle and we use the Neptune espresso/cappuccino machine at no cost. I think there would be some unpleasant comment if a suite guest at Pinnacle breakfast was charged for an espresso. That would really be bad form IMO. Those Suite fares have to bring more than a little extra real estate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted November 15, 2012 #16 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Are they charging in the Pinnacle for breakfast too? huh, Pinnacle breakfast are for the Suite passengers only, and it is a perk for being in a suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #17 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Quote: Originally Posted by tangerinebunny Are they charging in the Pinnacle for breakfast too? Melodie, I took the question to mean are they charging for espresso/cappuccino at Suite breakfast in Pinnacle? I see you thought it to be asking if there was a charge for breakfast, right? No.... there is not additional charge for Deluxe Veranda and Penthouse Suite guests to have breakfast in Pinnacle. It is included in the fare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruise2020 Posted November 15, 2012 #18 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Probably not as only Suite guests breakfast in Pinnacle and we use the Neptune espresso/cappuccino machine at no cost. I think there would be some unpleasant comment if a suite guest at Pinnacle breakfast was charged for an espresso. That would really be bad form IMO. Those Suite fares have to bring more than a little extra real estate. Yep, and charging suite guests in MDR for morning cappuchino is in bad form. We stopped goinng to PG breakfast and started using MDR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #19 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Yep, and charging suite guests in MDR for morning cappuchino is in bad form. We stopped goinng to PG breakfast and started using MDR. I agree but in Pinnacle, no problem. They know everyone eating there is a suite guest In MDR, the stewards are pressed hard enough without having to look at key cards to know who he should charge and who not AND others nearby that saw a suite guest not pay would be irritated they are paying. In reality, do we have any idea just how many espressos and cappuccinos are actually ordered/consumed on a given day in MDR? I know, multiply how many on one ship x 15 ships x 365 days (less dry docks etc)........ Sigh ! I think three things are accomplished by charging in MDR...... *fewer cups will have to be delivered by overworked stewards *those cups which are requested will bring some revenue *some folks don't like the regular coffee in MDR, so maybe it will increase revenue at Explorations Cafe coffee bar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaguarstyper Posted November 15, 2012 #20 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Sail, you forgot a fourth thing it may accomplish * tip the scale to make loyal passengers begin to look elsewhere for a place to spend their cruise dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #21 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Sail, you forgot a fourth thing it may accomplish * tip the scale to make loyal passengers begin to look elsewhere for a place to spend their cruise dollars. No, I didn't forget. I can only speak for myself but I would not stop sailing HAL because they charged for a cup of coffee. YMMV........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaguarstyper Posted November 15, 2012 #22 Share Posted November 15, 2012 No, I didn't forget. I can only speak for myself but I would not stop sailing HAL because they charged for a cup of coffee. YMMV........ Me either, I don't even like cappuccino. But, its just another brick on the hod for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted November 15, 2012 #23 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I don't drink espresso or cappuccino but DH likes espresso after dinner. I am not going to tell him of this change as I'll be interested to see his reaction first time he is charged. He really isn't phased to pay for whatever if he wants it but he's had his espresso for about 80+ HAL cruises without charge. I suspect he'll notice 'something is different'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusing Bob Posted November 15, 2012 #24 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Just came off Zaandam and was not charged for decaf cappuccino in the MDR for lunch or at our 8PM seating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianbear Posted November 17, 2012 #25 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I am late to this so forgive me if it's not the same but I had an after dinner latte in the MDR pretty much every night on the Zaandam and no charge. Wonder if they will start charging for that soon too which would be disappointing. The charge for "water" was pushed the first few days but then they seemed to back off. Seems such a waste of a staff member having to go around each table and ask if you want to purchase water when they could be utilized somewhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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