uksimonusa Posted April 7, 2017 #1351 Share Posted April 7, 2017 I'm sorry, but as an attorney when someone quotes a federal statue I simply assume they intend to take legal action. I was providing you advice for free that I would normally charge to provide. Was this just a typo, or are you really an attorney? The word is federal Statute. If we're picking up on typos, then The words are Federal Statute:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetGod Posted April 7, 2017 #1352 Share Posted April 7, 2017 If we're picking up on typos, then The words are Federal Statute:rolleyes: Skitt's Law :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ONECRUISER Posted April 7, 2017 #1353 Share Posted April 7, 2017 though somewhat cherry picked - probably quite different on other itineraries. Biker, who doesn't see Empress prices staying that high long term. Agree, also can find other ship comparisons much different... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nivek82 Posted April 7, 2017 #1354 Share Posted April 7, 2017 Thanks for posting the menu. It doesn't look that bad and worth $8 for a different lunch on the balcony. I wonder if there is other fine print that limits the amount per order for $8 (as the posted menu only says per room) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamelin Posted April 8, 2017 #1355 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I meant compare something outside of Cuba sailings - whose high prices on RCI (and others) are very likely temporary. Spring of 2018, Navigator or Serenade do 9 or 10 night sailings at less than $1500pp for a balcony - the cheapest balcony on the Sirena is $2600pp for a 9 night Miami round trip. RCI has little comparable to Sirena or many of the other "premium" lines in terms of itineraries so it's hard to compare. Yes, if you want free room service (and many other perks), this year sailing to Cuba, you could do much better than Empress. As a Canadian I agree with you. The high prices on Cuban "anything" make me laugh. Anyone will tell you when it comes to all Inclusives Cuba ranks dead last. Best beaches, awesome culture, worst everything else (food, luxury etc). Culture wise Cuba is amazing. Most fellow Canadians I know are wise though .. NEVER book anything less than 5 stars in Cuba. never ever. Regardless with the opening of Cuba to Americans I fully expect a price Spike for a year, follows by a plummet when Americans realize Cuba offers zero luxury in comparison to mexico/DR/Jamaica. Then the island will commercialize losing what's made cuba tourism so unique. So for those who haven't gone yet, GO for culture reasons. Just don't expect a luxury experience like Mexico or Jamaica,. Edit: apologies completely off topic I agree though with the idea that Deluxe lines price wise are not comparable to mainstream and premium lines. That's why i have stuck with Premium ... but feel that in the near future one will need to switch to Deluxe to get an old school cruise experience in terms of inclusions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted April 8, 2017 #1356 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Anyone will tell you when it comes to all Inclusives Cuba ranks dead last. Best beaches, awesome culture, worst everything else (food, luxury etc). I disagree a bit on the food - had very good dinners when I was there in January. Biker, who probably wouldn't go a cruise to Cuba even if prices were comparable with other itineraries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamelin Posted April 8, 2017 #1357 Share Posted April 8, 2017 (edited) I disagree a bit on the food - had very good dinners when I was there in January. Biker, who probably wouldn't go a cruise to Cuba even if prices were comparable with other itineraries. It really depends on resort. Moreso than say Mexico or DR, Cubais hugeLy price and star dependent. I won't book Cuba unless 5 stars. I did a 4 star 2 years ago but that was cockroach infested. Mind you the price was 500 CAD for 7 nights which INCLUDED FLIGHTS. Amazing beach but all Cuban resorts have amazing beaches. Even the 2 stars lol. Bottom line when booking Cuba accommodations, be even more stringent than you might be for Mexico or DR. Edited April 8, 2017 by bamelin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted April 8, 2017 #1358 Share Posted April 8, 2017 It really depends on resort. I only mentioned food which I had in old town Havana. Granted one of the restaurants was the one Obama visited, fairly popular with great food and service. Biker, who is still waiting for some story about someone getting a refund at GS for their room service charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FromSea2ShiningSea Posted April 8, 2017 #1359 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I only mentioned food which I had in old town Havana. Granted one of the restaurants was the one Obama visited, fairly popular with great food and service. Biker, who is still waiting for some story about someone getting a refund at GS for their room service charge. Biker, I hope you don't mind me asking...but what does "122 days at sea and counting..." mean? Are you actually at sea for 122 days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted April 8, 2017 #1360 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Biker, I hope you don't mind me asking...but what does "122 days at sea and counting..." mean? Are you actually at sea for 122 days? No, it's my grand total cruising days. Biker, who needs to update his sig line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruising grandma Posted April 8, 2017 #1361 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Biker, who is still waiting for some story about someone getting a refund at GS for their room service charge. Doubt it will be refunded, as it is clearly stated on room service menu. We haven't ordered this week, but may next week. Burgers at Barefoot Beach seemed better, so maybe John had a Wagyu beef burger and didn't know it!;p;p Also, to answer another's question about how many orders for the charge, menu states: served 11 am - 6 am, room service menu has a service fee of $7.95 per room delivery. Still haven't seen actual breakfast menu, but we have dined for breakfast in Chops and been well pleased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Biker19 Posted April 8, 2017 #1365 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Doubt it will be refunded, as it is clearly stated on room service menu. The argument around here, and apparently it succeeded in some cases, was that at the time of final payment room service was free so it should be same on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseisfun2017 Posted April 8, 2017 #1366 Share Posted April 8, 2017 I can say we just got off Jewel of the seas and they have a $3.95 room service charge. That was ONE of the most disappointing things on the cruise since there is no food after 10pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hulksmash Posted April 9, 2017 #1367 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Switched to MSC, booked a Yacht Club suite for the same price as 2 promenade views and MSC includes the drink plan. Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted April 9, 2017 #1368 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Switched to MSC, booked a Yacht Club suite for the same price as 2 promenade views and MSC includes the drink plan. But, does their room service include wings? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrome Diva Posted April 9, 2017 #1369 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Biker19. I get on the Jewel on the Transatlantic April 23. I'll check it out with GS. We are Pinnacles so we will see if they charge us $7.95 for Room Service. I really want to try it out and see if the food is better & the service is faster. Hope room service start picking up the dirty dishes left in the hallway. That's my pet peeve. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARCruisinNana Posted April 9, 2017 #1370 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Pinnacles do pay the $7.95 service charge. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamelin Posted April 9, 2017 #1371 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Switched to MSC, booked a Yacht Club suite for the same price as 2 promenade views and MSC includes the drink plan. Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app The Yacht Club is one of the best deals going imho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glittergal1 Posted April 9, 2017 #1372 Share Posted April 9, 2017 I loved MSC ive cruised twice with them and had amazing value fantastic cruises, this year I decided to try RCI again , free room service when we booked !!!!!!!!!! not free any more so my next cruise ive already booked and again back with MSC . Royals attitude to my email regarding the room service charge has been appalling and ive lost faith in them as a company who values customers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted April 9, 2017 #1373 Share Posted April 9, 2017 According to someone on Navigator, the menu and charge was rolled out yesterday mid-cruise. Biker, who will be on Navigator on Friday and may try the new room service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted April 9, 2017 #1374 Share Posted April 9, 2017 According to someone on Navigator, the menu and charge was rolled out yesterday mid-cruise. Biker, who will be on Navigator on Friday and may try the new room service. I'm interested in hearing abiout the wings.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodmnky Posted April 9, 2017 #1375 Share Posted April 9, 2017 I'm interested in hearing abiout the wings.:) Me too. I'd love to see a few pictures before we leave on Oasis next month. Also, to hear if wait times have decreased as a result of the charges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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