leinhto Posted March 16, 2017 #376 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Where did they announce this? I didn't get an email. Is there some Email List I need to subscribe to, to get these announcements? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare thrifty99 Posted March 16, 2017 #377 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Prefect example of the law of unintended consequences. Yep - there will be some who reduce the room service charge from weekly gratuities, others will get together to order room service, and some will order even more than they did before to feel like they are getting something for the charge now. But RCCL just needs to ride out the next couple of months and then this will be accepted as the new normal. Transitions are tough for companies like RCCL with high expectations from their customers. Their problem is the way they rolled this out - could have done such a better job. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted March 16, 2017 #378 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Nope didn't miss that part. Of course they will cut staff back. This is a savings for them any way you look at it. Interesting, you know this how? Do you know that RS already operates with a very small staff. The majority working the delivery are mdr, SR, WJ and other food service staff which fill in. I don't see rci getting rid of any of those people. Maybe they want to operate RS with just the skeletal staff they have assigned to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carajady Posted March 16, 2017 #379 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I think that the overriding consensus is not the charge but the short notice most changes have at least a 30 day lead time maybe that could have been handled better and their advertising changed to coincide with the release of this information. There is also a thread on here re the spirits and how certain brands are disappearing so after changing the drinks packages they are now changing the brands available http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2470712 Not really the way forward if this is correct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FPP777 Posted March 16, 2017 #380 Share Posted March 16, 2017 And yet, I saw a news bit just last night that a lot of airlines are now back to offering inflight meals. Yeah, the company I work for is going to offer free meals if you travel from coast to coast, but not every flight. I/m sure there will be a flight time limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whycruisewithme Posted March 16, 2017 #381 Share Posted March 16, 2017 That is kind of an ignorant response. So don't order room service. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sc00byDoo Posted March 16, 2017 #382 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I see the new Room Service menu has been posted on here.... Out of interest, could someone post a copy of the old menu please? Im on Indy in May and just looking to see if I prefer the free old one, or pay for the new one. Ta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whycruisewithme Posted March 16, 2017 #383 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Regardless of if you use or what time you want to use this service that was provided at a set price and changes with passengers that have paid in full and have not been notified and just another example of nickel and diming passengers and I feel its not good for business. Thank you for your response. Well, then, your price only doubles, from $4 to $8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharpasice Posted March 16, 2017 #384 Share Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) We only order continental breakfast when we have an early tour, especially when sailing in the Mediterranean. It's true...read today's royal caribbean blog OOPS...guess I quoted the wrong post..sorry about that. Edited March 16, 2017 by sharpasice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famof4togo Posted March 16, 2017 #385 Share Posted March 16, 2017 That's just it exactly...if I agree to pay XXX amount of $ for ABC and D services etc...when as long as I still pay the same $XXX then I still expect the same ABC and D....If I booked/paid with free room service, I'd like to sail with the free room service.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famof4togo Posted March 16, 2017 #386 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Has anyone been successful in getting some OBC to supplement the new fee on their upcoming cruise that had already been paid in full when calling to complain? Just curious.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famof4togo Posted March 16, 2017 #387 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I see the new Room Service menu has been posted on here.... Out of interest, could someone post a copy of the old menu please? Im on Indy in May and just looking to see if I prefer the free old one, or pay for the new one. Ta I thought I read this entire thread but I can not seem to find that new room service menu..can you link or advise where you found it? Thanks in advance.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mcatmcat Posted March 16, 2017 #388 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I guess the way around it is this... invite the 10 rooms around you to order room service together and split the $7.95 charge 10 ways = $0.80 each. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Roll call for room service, I am in [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrenalineRush Posted March 16, 2017 #389 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Hi guys. Here are the new room service menus, sent over from the Royal Caribbean PR department this morning. Moving this up for those that missed it More info http://www.cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=7647 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzeluver Posted March 16, 2017 #390 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Oh good gravy. Some people want to be notified of any and all changes. Not possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LMaxwell Posted March 16, 2017 #391 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I usually never use room service but I've talked to many crew members and it amazes me how many people do not tip the servers. If some of this $$ is going to them, then I'm alright with it. Nothing about this charge indicates anything goes to the crew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted March 16, 2017 #392 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Moving this up for those that missed it Hope you are prepared to post that on every page as that will be requested often and folks can't be bothered to search for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grand isle joe Posted March 16, 2017 #393 Share Posted March 16, 2017 She was free? :evilsmile: ....I wish.............:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrenalineRush Posted March 16, 2017 #394 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Hope you are prepared to post that on every page as that will be requested often and folks can't be bothered to search for it. Sure, it's a fairly easy process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare skyking Posted March 16, 2017 #395 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Nothing about this charge indicates anything goes to the crew. Not according to the response the poster a few above got, it does say it includes the gratuity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgloersen Posted March 16, 2017 #396 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Ahh, i only used room service a few times, not a big deal for me. I usually go to WindJammer make a few plates and take them back to the room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INGODWETRUST Posted March 16, 2017 #397 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Not trying to be a jerk or anything but the cruise line still provides you with your meals. You just may have to go to them instead of them coming to you. I just don't see the reason for the huge backlash. But that's me. I'm not all cosmopolitan and all that. Cruising is a business. Just the way it works with a business. Cut overhead, make more money. Lose customers. More will come to fill in. I have no doubt. I can understand the service charge for midnight to 5a but having breakfast in your room in the morning, it takes the joy of just relaxing. We always look forward to 2 or 3 times a week breakfast on the balcony. It is a big treat for us. My husband has a difficult time walking at times and what better way to start off the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsPete Posted March 16, 2017 #398 Share Posted March 16, 2017 The convenience fee has been introduced to better manage the high demand of this convenient service. Soooo, this says 'Lots of people want this service. We'd really rather you go to the buffet instead, so we are charging you a fee to discourage you from using room service. Nothing about this charge indicates anything goes to the crew.Yeah, it does: "This convenience fee includes gratuity, and any additional gratuity is at our guests’ discretion." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BunnyoftheSeas Posted March 16, 2017 #399 Share Posted March 16, 2017 , the ship will just do donuts in the ocean for the requisite number of days.. I seriously cannot stop laughing at that for some odd reason, THAT would be far worse than an $8 service charge for lunch. "how was the cruise?" "well... we did donuts for nine days.....i got a keychain, though!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melthemag Posted March 16, 2017 #400 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I don't know what percentage of people use room service for breakfast,but the easy way to get back at RCI is everybody on board to order continental breakfast via room service every morning as this is free ,as a form of protest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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