peaches84 Posted November 20, 2013 #1 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Hello Can any one tell me if they sell Movado watches on board and roughly how much they go for? I'm trying to figure out if I should wait till my next cruise to get one. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadbeck Posted November 20, 2013 #2 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I have only seen them on Oasis and Allure. I think they only have the Bolds that I have seen as well. I got mine for roughly $100 of us retail and of course no tax. I didn't get mine on the ship but on a Island but it was the same price both places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted November 20, 2013 #3 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I have only seen them on Oasis and Allure. I think they only have the Bolds that I have seen as well. I got mine for roughly $100 of us retail and of course no tax. I didn't get mine on the ship but on a Island but it was the same price both places. credit card bonus points on ship :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted November 20, 2013 #4 Share Posted November 20, 2013 If you purchase it aboard ship make sure you declare it as RCI is under obligation to forward purchases made to Customs and Immigration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted November 20, 2013 #5 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Hello Can any one tell me if they sell Movado watches on board and roughly how much they go for? I'm trying to figure out if I should wait till my next cruise to get one. Thanks in advance. Why would you want to buy a watch on a ship???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanc78 Posted November 20, 2013 #6 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Absolutely wait till you are on your cruise. We have always bought our watches in port from places like Little Switzerland and have saved hundreds of dollars off retail. Not to mention the tax savings too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miched Posted November 20, 2013 #7 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Many watches have a max discount set by the manufacturer. Movado is around 25%. Higher end watches are 15% and more if solid gold and slow movers. Depending on the Movado you can deal if you buy something else. I bought a Tag at Litttle Switzerland and got their two promo Movado watches for another $100 instead $300. They made great presents. Would advise against not declaring. Not worth getting caught, fined plus losing your merchandise. You arre allowed $1600 for two people and I doubt that the Movado would be that much and if it is the duty isn't that much. Bought a Patek and declared it. Had a nice conversation with the agent and was told a few stories about not declaring, and how they can spot stuff. .🎅🎄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
At Sea 4Ever Posted November 20, 2013 #8 Share Posted November 20, 2013 The allure and oasis have the best selection. My husband got one on the allure. I would wait and get it on the ship and if u have a rccl visa that's a nice bonus of double points : ). Something special about buying certain things while on vacation. Everytime my husband looks at his watch it brings back memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare markeb Posted November 20, 2013 #9 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I would expect 15-20% on the ship, not including your duty importing into Canada, which can be significant. Movado can be hit and miss on discounts at retail, as they tend to be sold heavily in department stores that don't deal. If you can find the watch you want in Canada in a shop that will deal, see what they'll do. If you were talking TAG, Omega, JLC, etc., I'm sure you could beat the shipboard price with a little work. Movado probably can be beat, but it will probably take more work. Other than Rolex and Panerai (which are far more expensive than what you're talking about) I've never found a watch in the Caribbean that I couldn't have matched or beat the price in the states. But I am a watch geek... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CntPAcruiser Posted November 20, 2013 #10 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Why would you want to buy a watch on a ship???? We priced a Tissot on St. Maarten for $1150; ship's price (on Allure) was $650. That's why. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
north29 Posted November 20, 2013 #11 Share Posted November 20, 2013 That Sam's club, probably Costco as well, carries some Movado watches, might be a good price comparison. Also some islands are better than others and easily beat the ships price, but know your prices before you go/shop. As already pointed out, many manufactures have a fixed discount so beware if the price is much lower, you might not have a warranty if needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted November 20, 2013 #12 Share Posted November 20, 2013 (edited) We priced a Tissot on St. Maarten for $1150; ship's price (on Allure) was $650. That's why. I have NEVER seen any watch, jewelry, or electronics on any ship for less than you can buy equivalent on sale at home The only reason I buy on vacation is if it's a special item that I haven't seen before Edited November 20, 2013 by SeaUs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zigggypup Posted November 20, 2013 #13 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Hello Can any one tell me if they sell Movado watches on board and roughly how much they go for? I'm trying to figure out if I should wait till my next cruise to get one. Thanks in advance. The only advise I would give you is to price it out first. I was on the Explorer last month and saw a watch that I liked in the Promande Jewelry shop. They were advertizing their on board sale price as $450.00 I really liked the watch, but I wasn't sure about the price. So I went upstairs to their computer area to check the price on a watch website that I had made purchases from in the past. Needless to say the onboard price stunk. When I got home I ordered the watch for $246.60 with free shipping and no sales tax and saved myself $203.40 So check your prices at home first. Just because you are buying onboard does not mean that you are getting any bargains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peaches84 Posted November 21, 2013 Author #14 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Thanks for all the help! It's cheaper for me to wait till I go on vacation since I won't have to pay 13% tax. I will definitely price it here first and compare on the cruise and in ports. For the scandal fans I really like Olivia's watch and am slightly obsessed about getting it lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted November 21, 2013 #15 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Thanks for all the help! It's cheaper for me to wait till I go on vacation since I won't have to pay 13% tax. I will definitely price it here first and compare on the cruise and in ports. For the scandal fans I really like Olivia's watch and am slightly obsessed about getting it lol What does she wear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock43031 Posted November 21, 2013 #16 Share Posted November 21, 2013 I have NEVER seen any watch, jewelry, or electronics on any ship for less than you can buy equivalent on sale at homeThe only reason I buy on vacation is if it's a special item that I haven't seen before agreed. nothing on the ship or in the duty free shops was less than what I could buy it in the states. for the investment involved in a nicer watch I'm not going to buy on a ship or particularly on some island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peaches84 Posted November 21, 2013 Author #17 Share Posted November 21, 2013 What does she wear? She wears a gold Movado watch. I got the wine glasses she uses from crate and barrel if you are interested. I'm in love with her sense of style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peaches84 Posted November 21, 2013 Author #18 Share Posted November 21, 2013 agreed. nothing on the ship or in the duty free shops was less than what I could buy it in the states. for the investment involved in a nicer watch I'm not going to buy on a ship or particularly on some island. This is why I wait till I go to the States. Canadian prices are ridiculous. Main reason I buy on the ship or on vacation is for duty free. I always save money doing this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted November 21, 2013 #19 Share Posted November 21, 2013 She wears a gold Movado watch. I got the wine glasses she uses from crate and barrel if you are interested. I'm in love with her sense of style. did you know she's pregnant in real life? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
interapid Posted November 21, 2013 #20 Share Posted November 21, 2013 (edited) Are there any deals on Rolex watches in the Caribbean? Do they sell any used Rolex's for decent prices? Edited November 21, 2013 by interapid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare markeb Posted November 21, 2013 #21 Share Posted November 21, 2013 (edited) Are there any deals on Rolex watches in the Caribbean? Do they sell any used Rolex's for decent prices? I've never seen a used one for sale, nor would I really consider buying one in the Caribbean. Unfortunately, Rolex is probably the most counterfeited watch in the world... You will likely be offered 5-10% off U.S. retail in the Caribbean. For a stainless steel sports watch (e.g. a Submariner), that's better than you're likely to do in the states. If you're thinking precious metal or lady's models, you need to do some research before traveling as those are sometimes, quietly, discounted. Do keep in mind that legally Rolex U.S.A. is the trademark holder of the Rolex name in the U.S. You may legally import ONE Rolex on your person when entering the U.S. You cannot legally ship a Rolex into the U.S., and if you attempt to import more than one, ALL are subject to seizure by CBP. It doesn't matter if they're new or used, BTW. And, before people start crying "BS"... http://www.cbp.gov/xp/CustomsToday/2002/February/other/christmas.xml Edited November 21, 2013 by markeb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted November 21, 2013 #22 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Why would you want to buy a watch on a ship???? Why would you care?:rolleyes: Not a very helpful response to the OP question... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peaches84 Posted November 22, 2013 Author #23 Share Posted November 22, 2013 did you know she's pregnant in real life? Yes I know. I'm expecting a lot of coats and big bags this season which I will drool over lol. I'm glad they are not incorporating her pregnancy into the story line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock43031 Posted November 23, 2013 #24 Share Posted November 23, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare markeb Posted November 23, 2013 #25 Share Posted November 23, 2013 Classic! I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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