Diamond Dandy Posted February 10, 2015 #1 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Some time ago I think I saw a thread that said that this was true, but do not recall which line it was. Is this the case on Royal Caribbean? I will post the same question on Celebrity since I think it was one of the two lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pennielz Posted February 10, 2015 #2 Share Posted February 10, 2015 The showers have a dispenser of conditioning shampoo and bars of soap, nothing else. The suites come with a full complement of travel tolietries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADflyer Posted February 10, 2015 #3 Share Posted February 10, 2015 I am not sure if it is still the case, but Vision was the only ship in the fleet I know of that had removed the dispensers from standard cabin showers and only gave small bars of soap. Shampoo and other amenities were only available to suite guests on Vision. It was a bit comical as we had taken an inside across from our JS mainly to get the shower but had to get the shampoo from the JS to take over to the inside, even though we had the same cabin attendant for both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Tyler Posted February 10, 2015 #4 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Was on Vision a month ago and no shampoo. Not sure about other ships though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitlioner Posted February 10, 2015 #5 Share Posted February 10, 2015 We received the small bottles of shampoo, conditioner, etc on our last 2 cruises. We did not ask for them and we were not in a suite so I guess it depends on your stateroom attendant. If you need or want them, just ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy toes Posted February 10, 2015 #6 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Had to ask last cruise and was in a JS. I really think most importantly it is the cabin steward...some are over the top fabulous and some are just coasting along doing the littlest possible. Ask, remember they never know what you want if you don't let them know. The kids (4 of them) had an IS and for the first 3 days only had 2 sets of towels. When I found out, it was a simple request. Never had to ask again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlej Posted February 10, 2015 #7 Share Posted February 10, 2015 wow, didn't think of this, it's been so long since I cruised. Will I need to pack shampoo and soap? I think my level is Aluminum, and I'm in a broom closet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted February 10, 2015 #8 Share Posted February 10, 2015 wow, didn't think of this, it's been so long since I cruised. Will I need to pack shampoo and soap? I think my level is Aluminum, and I'm in a broom closet. ...and your own TP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandmarnnurse Posted February 10, 2015 #9 Share Posted February 10, 2015 wow, didn't think of this, it's been so long since I cruised. Will I need to pack shampoo and soap? I think my level is Aluminum, and I'm in a broom closet. LOL!! Aluminum! I guess that's me, also---in my lowly inside cabin! LOL! Last year I sailed The Independence, and they provided only the (harsh) shampoo in a dispenser, and a small bar of soap. I am bringing my own personal products this time. Leaving Saturday on the Oasis! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starry Eyes Posted February 10, 2015 #10 Share Posted February 10, 2015 wow, didn't think of this, it's been so long since I cruised. Will I need to pack shampoo and soap? I think my level is Aluminum, and I'm in a broom closet. If you are at all finicky, bring your own favorites from home. If you are satisfied with any shampoo and any soap, basic stuff will be in the cabin (except, evidently, no shampoo dispenser now on Vision). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted February 10, 2015 #11 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Had to ask last cruise and was in a JS. I really think most importantly it is the cabin steward...some are over the top fabulous and some are just coasting along doing the littlest possible. Ask, remember they never know what you want if you don't let them know. The kids (4 of them) had an IS and for the first 3 days only had 2 sets of towels. When I found out, it was a simple request. Never had to ask again. I think you're right. The last two junior suites we didn't have to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevInPitt Posted February 10, 2015 #12 Share Posted February 10, 2015 (edited) I also thought I read somewhere that they were going to ask you to bring your own sheets, board according to your IQ and require everyone on the ship to buy the Ultimate Beverage Package. I need to look for those threads because I am certain I remember reading them. Edited February 10, 2015 by KevInPitt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlej Posted February 10, 2015 #13 Share Posted February 10, 2015 (except, evidently, no shampoo dispenser now on Vision). That's the part I'm worried about. I'm sailing on Enchantment. Isn't that Vision class? Will I need to bring shampoo? jenny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starry Eyes Posted February 10, 2015 #14 Share Posted February 10, 2015 I think you're right. The last two junior suites we didn't have to ask. We have gotten toiletries on the last several cruises (balconies and PR cabins) without asking. Maybe because we are D+? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 10, 2015 #15 Share Posted February 10, 2015 That's the part I'm worried about. I'm sailing on Enchantment. Isn't that Vision class? Will I need to bring shampoo? jenny The lack of shampoo in the shower/bathtub seems to be a Vision of the Seas thing. We had shampoo in the bath on Enchantment this past October. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starry Eyes Posted February 10, 2015 #16 Share Posted February 10, 2015 (edited) That's the part I'm worried about. I'm sailing on Enchantment. Isn't that Vision class? Will I need to bring shampoo? jenny Yes, it is Vision class, but, best I can tell, it is only Vision herself that had dispensers removed (not the whole class). Sounds odd, but I believe my fellow posters. You probably will like the shampoo you bring from home a lot better than the dispenser stuff. Edited February 10, 2015 by Starry Eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlej Posted February 10, 2015 #17 Share Posted February 10, 2015 (edited) Thanks Bob and Starry Eyes! :) Meh, I'm not picky about shampoo, and it's only three days. One less thing to remember! Edited February 10, 2015 by littlej Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squadron Posted February 10, 2015 #18 Share Posted February 10, 2015 If you are at all finicky, bring your own favorites from home.If you are satisfied with any shampoo and any soap, basic stuff will be in the cabin (except, evidently, no shampoo dispenser now on Vision). Agreed. Don't understand why it is such an issue to bring your favorite shampoo, shower gel etc - I think most women prefer their own anyway. I bring it for hotels so why not the cruise ship also? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stones902 Posted February 10, 2015 #19 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Agreed. Don't understand why it is such an issue to bring your favorite shampoo, shower gel etc - I think most women prefer their own anyway. I bring it for hotels so why not the cruise ship also? While that's true, a big bottle of shampoo and conditioner is one additional thing that must be packed - and it must be put into your checked luggage if you are flying in that day to avoid the 3oz rule problems. Adds a lot of bulk and weight which can be an issue when they charge for bags. We'll get by with the wall dispensers (as cheap as that stuff is) but with my wife's hair she would require at least 4 of those little bottles available in the suites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Buddy's Mom Posted February 10, 2015 #20 Share Posted February 10, 2015 There was no dispenser, in our shower, on the Quantum. No little bottles of shampoo, etc. I didn't think to ask the stateroom attendant for them. I was just glad I had bought a bottle of shampoo before boarding. No chocolates on the pillow, No ship postcards, no paper or pens. What will they do away with next? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starry Eyes Posted February 10, 2015 #21 Share Posted February 10, 2015 (edited) While that's true, a big bottle of shampoo and conditioner is one additional thing that must be packed - and it must be put into your checked luggage if you are flying in that day to avoid the 3oz rule problems. Adds a lot of bulk and weight which can be an issue when they charge for bags. We'll get by with the wall dispensers (as cheap as that stuff is) but with my wife's hair she would require at least 4 of those little bottles available in the suites. If their shampoo works for you and your wife, that is great. If neither of you need/want conditioner, that is great too, as it will cut down the luggage weight a bit. My hair is just too finicky for that plan, so I'll keep packing small to medium (not big) bottles of shampoo and conditioner when I travel. I'd be better off packing fewer shoes or one less outfit if my luggage is too heavy or bulky. We all have our priorities. Edited February 10, 2015 by Starry Eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldercash Posted February 10, 2015 #22 Share Posted February 10, 2015 There was no dispenser' date=' in our shower, on the Quantum. No little bottles of shampoo, etc. I didn't think to ask the stateroom attendant for them. I was just glad I had bought a bottle of shampoo before boarding. No chocolates on the pillow, No ship postcards, no paper or pens. What will they do away with next?[/quote'] They save $2.00 on shampoo, .05 on a postcard, .20 on a pen and paper, $1.00 on chocolates for a 7 day cruise the bean counters hard at work. We would not use the postcard, paper or pen but what they loose in good will and a sense of class by cutting $2.75 from a cruise you likely paid $2,500.00 for I can only say Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyBeBop Posted February 10, 2015 #23 Share Posted February 10, 2015 We're driving, so we don't have to worry about the 311 bag. What I'm worried about is being called to the naughty room to retrieve my $1.98 bottle of Suave. Since some people use these. http://www.amazon.com/Smuggle-Mug-16oz-Shampoo-Conditioner/dp/B00JYAEUGM/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1423610346&sr=8-4&keywords=rum+runner+flask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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