MADflyer Posted November 25, 2015 Author #76 Share Posted November 25, 2015 We would have bought one of the cards on each of my b2b cruises if the cards had been offered at the beginning of the cruise. But, by the last three days of a long cruise, we were ready to ramp down our alcohol consumption, not ramp it up. The MSC model would have really worked for you, as they allow the 'coupons' purchased on one ship or sailing to be used fleet-wide on another ship or sailing. I hope that RCI might consider vouchers offered for the entire sailing as well. While the fact that the RCI 10 drink voucher was 'shareable' was great, I like how on MSC you can actually just invite someone to a drink by sharing a coupon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADflyer Posted November 25, 2015 Author #77 Share Posted November 25, 2015 I was on the repo also. I saw only two drink menus on the entire ship. I wish they would have more so that we could get 'ideas' for drinks that might be appealing. I have learned on RCI ships to just find a bartender I like and trust their judgment after telling them the sort of thing I like. I have gotten some fantastic drinks this way. That was a big problem with recent reported price increases as the higher prices bring higher perceived risk. I found the prices ok on the repo, but imagine they have increased now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted November 25, 2015 #78 Share Posted November 25, 2015 (edited) I have a couple friends currently sailing on Liberty. I will ask them about this when they return. We just got off Liberty (Galveston 9-night) on Sunday & bought the $67 for 10 drinks to share package on day 4 of 9. It was great However the Diamond cocktail time was in Catacombs, packed the first night & attendance steadily decreased over the cruise. The location was the pits! Aniz (DL concierge) said it would move again this week. Edited November 25, 2015 by awhfy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
widallas Posted November 29, 2015 #79 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Boarding Liberty on Sunday. Would absolutely love a 10 drink package. We don't drink enough to bother with the beverage packages, but do enjoy a cocktail during the show and wine with dinner. Hope you can leave a review on the trip...can't wait to hear how Liberty is adjusting to the Texas market! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlegirl Posted November 29, 2015 #80 Share Posted November 29, 2015 We got off Liberty today. Purchased a punch card on Day 3. We had a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommieMara Posted November 29, 2015 #81 Share Posted November 29, 2015 I'm wondering if this is popping up anywhere else? Hoping to see it on Enchantment in February. No way I drink enough to make the drink package anywhere near worth it. This on the other hand I will get for sure :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted November 29, 2015 #82 Share Posted November 29, 2015 We just got off Freedom today. There was no punch card offered on this 7-day cruise. The best deal we could find was the 2 for $15 at the Freedom Fest - limited to Bahama Mama, Mojito or Sangria (including a souvenir cup). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shekim Posted November 30, 2015 #83 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Here is a photo of the card (front and back): 12270175_10153687357814519_1386719919_n.jpg 12242059_10153687357554519_711002003_n.jpg Here's my thing with this...I can drink 2 coffees, 3 bottles of water and a few drinks. There's 1/2 my allotment. I guess if you use it strictly for alcoholic drinks then it would be worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted November 30, 2015 #84 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Here's my thing with this...I can drink 2 coffees, 3 bottles of water and a few drinks. There's 1/2 my allotment. I guess if you use it strictly for alcoholic drinks then it would be worth it. It wouldn't be cost effective to use it for those beverages (coffee, bottled water, etc.) that aren't maximum value. I don't know why you would even think about buying a card if you intend to make those sort of purchases? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shekim Posted November 30, 2015 #85 Share Posted November 30, 2015 It wouldn't be cost effective to use it for those beverages (coffee, bottled water, etc.) that aren't maximum value. I don't know why you would even think about buying a card if you intend to make those sort of purchases? That's why the drink package is still more cost effective for those of us who drink specialty coffees, bottled water...Just sayin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcur Posted December 8, 2015 #86 Share Posted December 8, 2015 I am on the Liberty right now, and this is what is in tonight's Cruise Compass: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11madmic Posted December 8, 2015 #87 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Awesome! I assume your on day 1 since its monday? Also, any sighting on other ships lately? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 8, 2015 #88 Share Posted December 8, 2015 I am on the Liberty right now, and this is what is in tonight's Cruise Compass: Thanks, hope this spreads to other ships.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcur Posted December 8, 2015 #89 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Awesome! I assume your on day 1 since its monday? Also, any sighting on other ships lately? We are day2, and I would think passengers could buy them tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvGirl Posted December 8, 2015 #90 Share Posted December 8, 2015 I am on the Liberty right now, and this is what is in tonight's Cruise Compass: Now that makes sense to me. - Please make available on more ships Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARCruisinNana Posted December 8, 2015 #91 Share Posted December 8, 2015 This was offered on Day 6 on my Liberty 11/22 cruise. Nice that it's being offered earlier in the cruise! Enjoy🍷🍸🍹 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denatravels Posted December 8, 2015 #92 Share Posted December 8, 2015 But it doesn't seem to be on any other ships (yet?). Now that they're doing it on Liberty earlier, maybe it's a trial roll out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 8, 2015 #93 Share Posted December 8, 2015 But it doesn't seem to be on any other ships (yet?). Now that they're doing it on Liberty earlier, maybe it's a trial roll out! It was on Vision last month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul65 Posted December 8, 2015 #94 Share Posted December 8, 2015 The punch-card sounds like a really reasonable deal for those of us who are pretty moderate drinkers. I hope they continue with that offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewenix Posted December 8, 2015 #95 Share Posted December 8, 2015 At that point, Liberty offered a new $67, 10 drink coupon voucher that was available for sale up until the final day of the sailing. These 10 drink vouchers could be used in any bar for any beverage up to a $14 value. Unique to this $67 voucher was that it could be shared. It was only available on the last 3 days of the sailing. Adventure last week had a deal that started showing up on the 3rd day. Ten 'house' drinks for $75. (I do get annoyed that the drink packages aren't normally discounted for C&A members. If you do opt to purchase one it negates the BOGO C&A benefit, and the Diamond and above nightly benefit.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADflyer Posted December 8, 2015 Author #96 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Thanks, hope this spreads to other ships.:) I found a couple of interesting bits of information while on the Liberty repositioning sailing that indicate a more coordinated effort. The Liberty assigned Hotel Director was away for most of the Liberty repositioning sailing as he was away at a meeting of fleet HDs held in the beginning of November. Staff also mentioned that Darren Budden, the new Fleet Hotel Director, had visited Liberty on the sailing prior to the repositioning cruise. He was the HD when they took out Quantum and it seems is the first HD to have come to that position from a shipboard marketing role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPCRUISER2 Posted December 8, 2015 #97 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Lots of crown and anchor members on sailing! Offered % discounts Certain sailings! Offering punch cards: Wonder if they are looking at sales on the sailings, then offer the cards if sales down? Think it's a good thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalajori Posted December 8, 2015 #98 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Do these punch cards include gratuities? Joanmarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 8, 2015 #99 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Do these punch cards include gratuities? Joanmarie On Vision, the gratuities were included in the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipLondon Posted December 8, 2015 #100 Share Posted December 8, 2015 On last weeks Jewel sailings I was able to get the Crown & Anchor discount on the Premium Drink Package was available, although it was not widely advertised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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