KS&JW Posted February 9, 2016 #1 Share Posted February 9, 2016 We have a rather large shipboard credit. We are organizing our own excursions and are not big drinkers. What else is there to spend this good fortune on? Kathleen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 9, 2016 #2 Share Posted February 9, 2016 spa, shops, laundry, La Reserve (on O class ships) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kamloops50 Posted February 9, 2016 #3 Share Posted February 9, 2016 More shops , Casino , pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamthesea Posted February 9, 2016 #4 Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) Gratuity, if you don't already have that perk and assuming the OBC is automatically put on your account. Question: Is our shipboard account shown on the TV so that we can keep track of spending?? Edited February 9, 2016 by Iamthesea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 9, 2016 #5 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Question: Is our shipboard account shown on the TV so that we can keep track of spending?? NO Just go to reception mid cruise & ask for a print out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 9, 2016 #6 Share Posted February 9, 2016 More shops , Casino , pictures. I am not sure you can used the OBC in the casino ...I have never tried What pictures are you talking about ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiidan Posted February 9, 2016 #7 Share Posted February 9, 2016 I do not think that you can use the OBC for casino spending Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitob Posted February 9, 2016 #8 Share Posted February 9, 2016 If it is refundable cash out at the end If it's not refundable and really large buy a well known desirable wAtch on board and sell it on eBay and get your money back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawky Posted February 9, 2016 #9 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Last time I asked, any amount of OBC not utilized is lost. Happy shopping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toranut97 Posted February 9, 2016 #10 Share Posted February 9, 2016 More shops , Casino , pictures. Pictures??? No photographers on O!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted February 9, 2016 #11 Share Posted February 9, 2016 spa, shops, laundry, La Reserve (on O class ships) Don't forget cooking classes on the bigger ships Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buggins0402 Posted February 9, 2016 #12 Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) Don't forget cooking classes on the bigger ships I'm pondering the classes as a use. But, those usually have to be be reserved and prepaid ahead. Would it work to reserve ahead and pay, then cancel for a refund and immediately rebook with the OBC while onboard? Or would the refund become another OBC?:confused: Or could I end up at the end of a class wait list if I cancel on board? Edited February 9, 2016 by buggins0402 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitob Posted February 9, 2016 #13 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Last time I asked, any amount of OBC not utilized is lost. Happy shopping! That is only if the obc comes from oceAnia Any obc from your ta can be taken as cash at the end of the cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 9, 2016 #14 Share Posted February 9, 2016 That is only if the obc comes from oceAnia Any obc from your ta can be taken as cash at the end of the cruise Not all OBC from the TA are refundable but your TA should be able to tell you what ones are refundable Some actually come via Oceania Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 9, 2016 #15 Share Posted February 9, 2016 I'm pondering the classes as a use. But, those usually have to be be reserved and prepaid ahead. Would it work to reserve ahead and pay, then cancel for a refund and immediately rebook with the OBC while onboard? Or would the refund become another OBC?:confused: Or could I end up at the end of a class wait list if I cancel on board? There may be a waitlist for the class so not sure how it works if you cancel & rebook I know they did have some openings on the last cruise for some classes but now they have new classes everyone will want to try those ;) The refund does go on your account then at the end of the cruise is refunded in cash ..at least that is what happened with us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamthesea Posted February 10, 2016 #16 Share Posted February 10, 2016 NO Just go to reception mid cruise & ask for a print out :( Too bad...especially after reading about the not too friendly reception. I'm pondering the classes as a use. But, those usually have to be be reserved and prepaid ahead. Would it work to reserve ahead and pay, then cancel for a refund and immediately rebook with the OBC while onboard? Or would the refund become another OBC?:confused: Or could I end up at the end of a class wait list if I cancel on board? All classes that we are interested in are booked. Do you think that some spaces are held for bookings onboard. Perhaps for those that don't know how to use the internet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 10, 2016 #17 Share Posted February 10, 2016 :( Too bad...especially after reading about the not too friendly reception. I have never had a problem there Usually Destination services get the bad reviews :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buggins0402 Posted February 10, 2016 #18 Share Posted February 10, 2016 There may be a waitlist for the class so not sure how it works if you cancel & rebook I know they did have some openings on the last cruise for some classes but now they have new classes everyone will want to try those ;) The refund does go on your account then at the end of the cruise is refunded in cash ..at least that is what happened with us Thanks...if that doesn't work there are always spin classes in the fitness center as another possible way to use the OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted February 10, 2016 #19 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Thanks...if that doesn't work there are always spin classes in the fitness center as another possible way to use the OBC. All this talk about what to do with OBC! It kind of makes me thirsty enough to exercise my prestige alcohol plan (of course, paid for by OBC). Seriously though, OP could wipe out that OBC with a bar/wine bill of top offerings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mura Posted February 10, 2016 #20 Share Posted February 10, 2016 :( Too bad...especially after reading about the not too friendly reception. Seems to me the complaints about surly reception(ists) was on Riviera. And that might not be an always thing anyway. Mura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buggins0402 Posted February 10, 2016 #21 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) All this talk about what to do with OBC! It kind of makes me thirsty enough to exercise my prestige alcohol plan (of course, paid for by OBC). Seriously though, OP could wipe out that OBC with a bar/wine bill of top offerings. OP stated they are not big drinkers. I have thought about using it for some "better offerings"' for me, but DH only splurges with a drink or two on a vacation, and this "flyover country" girl is just happy with a pleasant glass...so still mulling the OBC use. Edited February 10, 2016 by buggins0402 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamthesea Posted February 10, 2016 #22 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Seems to me the complaints about surly reception(ists) was on Riviera. And that might not be an always thing anyway. Mura We will be on the Riviera. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaitape Posted February 10, 2016 #23 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Use the send out laundry services. Take an excursion....if covered by OBC, why not?! Spa services...everyone could do with a massage or a pedicure. Try a premium bottle of wine or liqueur, even if you don't drink much, why not try something you wouldn't choose to spend $$$ on otherwise? Buy something extravagant at the Boutiques. Internet service and/or Gratuities if not already covered. Um....dinner at Le Privee or whatever the extra-special resto is called. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiccups Posted February 10, 2016 #24 Share Posted February 10, 2016 If you're really at a loss, perhaps you'll learn of passengers celebrating an anniversary or birthday and could send them a round of drinks or bottle of wine. Or a massage :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KS&JW Posted February 10, 2016 Author #25 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Thank you for your ideas. I should have specified that our gratuities are already paid for and we already have the internet plan. Most of the credit comes from Oceania, so it looks like we must spend it. :-) The laundry is a very good idea as the cruise is 3 weeks with pre cruise time included and I don't relish the idea of spending an afternoon doing my own. Buying a bottle of wine for the table is another good idea. I was already going to take advantage of the cruise transfer versus arranging a taxi myself. I prefer my own excursions, not only to save money but I prefer a smaller group. And on this cruise in particular, South Pacific, there is little advantage to using O's excursions. When we cruised the Black Sea the 4 hour bus ride to Bucharest was a good choice to go with a large group. The spa and a couple of massages for each of us seems the best use. I have never used the spa on board as I have actively avoided cruises with sea days. I will have many sea days on this cruise. Any tips on taking advantage of the spa? Kathleen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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