dom89 Posted February 11, 2015 #1 Share Posted February 11, 2015 When I booked my cruise, I got UBP for free and $100 OBC. Since I will not be spending money on drinks due to UBP, what else can I use the $100 on? We aren't interested on specialty dining, gambling, or internet access. We are buying any excursions we want beforehand in case they will sell out. The only thing I can think of is the spa or any drinks that are worth more than $10. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol4158 Posted February 11, 2015 #2 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Have you prepaid your gratuities? Could it be used for that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demonyte Posted February 11, 2015 #3 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) Have you prepaid your gratuities? Could it be used for that? NCL given OBC is usually non-refundable and therefore can only be used on extra tips, not towards the service charge. Edited February 11, 2015 by Demonyte Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysNeedSun Posted February 11, 2015 #4 Share Posted February 11, 2015 When I booked my cruise, I got UBP for free and $100 OBC. Since I will not be spending money on drinks due to UBP, what else can I use the $100 on? We aren't interested on specialty dining, gambling, or internet access. We are buying any excursions we want beforehand in case they will sell out. The only thing I can think of is the spa or any drinks that are worth more than $10. Any ideas? Pictures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysNeedSun Posted February 11, 2015 #5 Share Posted February 11, 2015 When I booked my cruise, I got UBP for free and $100 OBC. Since I will not be spending money on drinks due to UBP, what else can I use the $100 on? We aren't interested on specialty dining, gambling, or internet access. We are buying any excursions we want beforehand in case they will sell out. The only thing I can think of is the spa or any drinks that are worth more than $10. Any ideas? T shirts... Or anything in the store Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valen9 Posted February 11, 2015 #6 Share Posted February 11, 2015 When I booked my cruise, I got UBP for free and $100 OBC. Since I will not be spending money on drinks due to UBP, what else can I use the $100 on? Future cruise credit. They charge your account $250 and credit you with $100 OBC. You end up burning $150 of OBC -- and it works against the nonrefundable stuff. Assuming you have $100 OBC at the start, buying a future cruise credit will cost you $50 in real money and give you a credit for $250 on your next cruise. If you plan to cruise again, it's the best way to burn OBC you don't have any other use for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeyetlse Posted February 11, 2015 #7 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I second the FCR for $150. Another idea is to upgrade to more expensive excursions: if you cancel onboard 48 hours before they refund you in OBC, add some of your existing OBC and you can purchase a deluxe excursion for that port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ISLABONITA Posted February 11, 2015 #8 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) BINGO cards! I spent $20 and won almost $200 Also , I would reconsider the ship excursions since they are usually double the amount onshore booking on your own or check your roll call for organized group excursion. Edited February 11, 2015 by ISLABONITA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancruz Posted February 11, 2015 #9 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Since I love to shop..I would not have a problem finding something in the stores! Jancruz1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradleyk Posted February 11, 2015 #10 Share Posted February 11, 2015 get a Vibe pass onboard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelle74 Posted February 11, 2015 #11 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Perfume, makeup, spa pass, specialty coffee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted February 11, 2015 #12 Share Posted February 11, 2015 My wife could spend it for you easily, haven't you got one of those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubamargie Posted February 11, 2015 #13 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Christmas presents? Jewelry? New Watch? Perfume? Rum? Seems like there are a million ways to spend extra OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattymo Posted February 11, 2015 #14 Share Posted February 11, 2015 laundry...garment pressing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nola26 Posted February 11, 2015 #15 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Video games, bowling at O'Sheehan's, bingo and the like. Fitness center classes Cirque Dreams dinner show ($40pp) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diathoney Posted February 11, 2015 #16 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Get a massage! It's your vacation! Make a reservation at one of the up-charge restaurants. Buy a t-shirt, a bauble or some flip-flops. Definitely buy one of the pictures from a port or formal night. Buy stuff from the coffee or sushi bar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrobstad Posted February 11, 2015 #17 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Yikes! Many great suggestions! Speciality restaurants, massage, Vibe pass....but winner might be future cruise credit...all good choices! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dom89 Posted February 11, 2015 Author #18 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Pictures? Haven't cruised yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzsnooze Posted February 11, 2015 #19 Share Posted February 11, 2015 cash it out in the casino and they will take 3% but you get 97 % :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelle74 Posted February 11, 2015 #20 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I probably won't do a future cruise. I feel like I will miss out on a good deal from a different travel agent /website. For example, I got this $100 plus free UBP from Expedia. NCL was only offering $50 or UBP, not both. FYI - You don't have to book directly with NCL to use the deposit deal. You can book with any agent or website, then just call the # on your certificate and NCL will refund you the $250. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitntrip Posted February 11, 2015 #21 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Haven't cruised yet. He or she meant using the OBC to buy pictures that are taken of you on the cruise. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dom89 Posted February 11, 2015 Author #22 Share Posted February 11, 2015 He or she meant using the OBC to buy pictures that are taken of you on the cruise. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Duh lol should have understood that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffd64 Posted February 11, 2015 #23 Share Posted February 11, 2015 When I booked my cruise, I got UBP for free and $100 OBC. Since I will not be spending money on drinks due to UBP, what else can I use the $100 on? We aren't interested on specialty dining, gambling, or internet access. We are buying any excursions we want beforehand in case they will sell out. The only thing I can think of is the spa or any drinks that are worth more than $10. Any ideas? You could use it on other purchases on board... like in the gift shops, duty free liquor, jewelry, or maybe a few specialty coffees, perhaps a spa treatment? Photos? Cologne? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMike45 Posted February 11, 2015 #24 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) ^ | | | Buy that guy a drink! Edited February 11, 2015 by MrMike45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball fan Posted February 11, 2015 #25 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I've been in that situation once[emoji1]. I bought myself a Swarovski pen which I love. Reminds me of my cruise every time I use it...don't worry, you will find a way to spend the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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