Smurfette27 Posted February 28, 2016 #1 Share Posted February 28, 2016 If we bring our own travel mugs (like tervis), will bartenders fill them up with soft drinks if we ask? We have the UBP. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvsullivan Posted February 28, 2016 #2 Share Posted February 28, 2016 No, but they will give you a "regular" serving glass that you can pour in yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigfoot88 Posted February 28, 2016 #3 Share Posted February 28, 2016 No, but they will give you a "regular" serving glass that you can pour in yourself. I bring a coffee travel mug for the morning. I get coffee for DW and I. Now before all ask, I use a fresh cup, pour it in the mug, I don't fill the mug directly. I bring water bottles and fill cups and xtranfer them to the bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casofilia Posted February 28, 2016 #4 Share Posted February 28, 2016 There are notices at all drink stations in the buffet asking people not to fill their own containers directly. As others have stated fill one of their cups and pour into your container. I can't see any staff filling your container. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurfette27 Posted February 28, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted February 28, 2016 There are notices at all drink stations in the buffet asking people not to fill their own containers directly. As others have stated fill one of their cups and pour into your container. I can't see any staff filling your container. Mike I know that. I asked about bartenders since they use their little hose-type dispensers that don't come in contact with glasses and cups. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish4bruce01 Posted February 28, 2016 #6 Share Posted February 28, 2016 When we were on the Escape in the vibe area they filled our travel mugs no problem. Gave a extra tip of appreciation. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triptolemus Posted February 28, 2016 #7 Share Posted February 28, 2016 What's the difference between a personal travel mug/cup/whatever and those disgusting soda package tumblers they refill all day long? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orleanscruiser Posted February 28, 2016 #8 Share Posted February 28, 2016 what's the difference between a personal travel mug/cup/whatever and those disgusting soda package tumblers they refill all day long? :confused: they can't charge the 18% service charge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triptolemus Posted February 29, 2016 #9 Share Posted February 29, 2016 they can't charge the 18% service charge I'm not talking about that. I'm talking about the alleged "hygiene" issues of asking a bartender to fill a personal mug compared to a soda card tumbler. In other words, I'm insinuating that there is no difference. For the OP, I imagine your friendly neighborhood bartender would be happy to fill your Tervis travel mug as it is essentially the same thing as the disgusting soda card tumblers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orleanscruiser Posted February 29, 2016 #10 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) I'm not talking about that. I'm talking about the alleged "hygiene" issues of asking a bartender to fill a personal mug compared to a soda card tumbler. In other words, I'm insinuating that there is no difference. For the OP, I imagine your friendly neighborhood bartender would be happy to fill your Tervis travel mug as it is essentially the same thing as the disgusting soda card tumblers. Still can't charge the 18% if they don't supply the soda card tumbler never mind Edited February 29, 2016 by Orleanscruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCLMassachusetts Posted February 29, 2016 #11 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) Still can't charge the 18% if they don't supply the soda card tumbler never mind If you have the UBP as the OP stated, they are going to charge you the 18% regardless of if they pour it into a glass, the NCL tumbler, or your own travel mug. SO, in answer to the OPs question, I would think that they may pour it into your travel mug. Because as Triptolemus pointed out there really is no difference between that and the NCL soda pkg tumbler that people use all day, barely rinse out in their bathroom sink and then return to the bar to get more soda poured into. Edited February 29, 2016 by PCLMassachusetts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted February 29, 2016 #12 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Maybe I am missing something.... but isn't the 18% gratuity \ service charge pre paid for the UBP?? So whether you use the NCL tumbler, your personal travel mug, a cowboy boot, a wheel barrel... the 18% is irrelevant. Now, it is a confusing message that NCL is sending when they have signs all over the place not to fill up "personal" bottles or mugs at beverage stations because...... once you purchase the UBP or Soda Package and receive the NCL mug... isn't it now your's thus a "personal" item? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14cruise Posted February 29, 2016 #13 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Anyone have a picture of mug you receive when you purchase the soda package My daughter was wondering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted February 29, 2016 #14 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Anyone have a picture of mug you receive when you purchase the soda package My daughter was wondering It looks like this, and it holds about 5 swallows of soda with ice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14cruise Posted February 29, 2016 #15 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugocruiser Posted February 29, 2016 #16 Share Posted February 29, 2016 We just got off the Spirit and had the UBP. I had no problem getting my mug filled at the bars with soda. They just request that you remove the top. As others have mentioned if you are filling it with water etc at the buffet make sure you use a clean glass to fill it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted March 7, 2016 #17 Share Posted March 7, 2016 ok silly question of the day. for the soda pack are you saying that they dont give you 'new' glasses or whatever, every time you get a soda? and that you have to carry around that bottle? i cannot believe peopel would wanna lug that around all day 'for when' they get thirsty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khaide612 Posted March 7, 2016 #18 Share Posted March 7, 2016 ok silly question of the day. for the soda pack are you saying that they dont give you 'new' glasses or whatever, every time you get a soda? and that you have to carry around that bottle? i cannot believe peopel would wanna lug that around all day 'for when' they get thirsty You do not have to carry it - they will give you a plastic cup which probably holds more than the tumbler! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitchman Posted March 7, 2016 #19 Share Posted March 7, 2016 This is the saddest thread I've seen in my life ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitchman Posted March 7, 2016 #20 Share Posted March 7, 2016 If you go into the restaurant, they would probably let you use your own crockery too ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted March 7, 2016 #21 Share Posted March 7, 2016 This is the saddest thread I've seen in my life ! LMAO! Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted March 7, 2016 #22 Share Posted March 7, 2016 since i'm new to cruising can someone recommend the appropriate cookware for me to bring onboard? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare grouchomarx Posted March 7, 2016 #23 Share Posted March 7, 2016 Hmm I actually thought this was somewhat useful. When we went to Mexico last time, I took some advice I read online which was to take your own insulated tumbler. This way your drinks don't get watered down and hot while lounging poolside or at the beach. And it works like a charm, what a great tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitchman Posted March 7, 2016 #24 Share Posted March 7, 2016 since i'm new to cruising can someone recommend the appropriate cookware for me to bring onboard? :) La crueset is pretty good :) Sent from my SM-G920F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrumpyNor Posted March 7, 2016 #25 Share Posted March 7, 2016 I posted a question on the board a couple of days ago, regarding insulated larger mugs for soda, and was advised to bring my own. So today I was looking through my kitchen cabinets as I knew I had several laying around somewhere (I never use them at home). And look what I found .... I must have received it as a "souvenir glass" a long time ago, when purchasing the "cocktail of the day". It is not insulated - but it is large, and even comes with a straw - so I am guessing that will be my "soda mug" on our upcoming cruise. :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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