Rare hmorrow Posted October 9, 2017 #51 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Forgot to mention the peaceful, quiet breakfast in the DL. What is on the breakfast menu in the DL? Thanks, Helaine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted October 9, 2017 #52 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Is there a discount for wi-fi, for example? $20 off a package. To get an all inclusive list go to a bar upon boarding and ask them to print all your discounts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted October 9, 2017 #53 Share Posted October 9, 2017 What is on the breakfast menu in the DL?Thanks, Helaine No menu, just continental breakfast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaniDanielle Posted October 9, 2017 #54 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Love going to the Diamond Lounge. The three drinks are great especially since my husband can’t drink (due to medications)and I force myself to use some of his!! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MD VBMom Posted October 9, 2017 #55 Share Posted October 9, 2017 A question about turning Diamond: Our last cruise was our first since turning Diamond. The first evening, we received a bottle of wine. The second evening we received a plate of chocolate covered strawberries. There was not ever a note; were these gifts maybe an acknowledgement of our first cruise being Diamond? And, indeed, the best part of being Diamond is the DL. We so enjoyed our time in the DL (on Enchantment) and the wonderful staff. They made us feel very special! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted October 9, 2017 #56 Share Posted October 9, 2017 A question about turning Diamond: Our last cruise was our first since turning Diamond. The first evening, we received a bottle of wine. The second evening we received a plate of chocolate covered strawberries. There was not ever a note; were these gifts maybe an acknowledgement of our first cruise being Diamond? And, indeed, the best part of being Diamond is the DL. We so enjoyed our time in the DL (on Enchantment) and the wonderful staff. They made us feel very special! I can't explain the wine. However, the strawberries were your "Chef's choice amenity", one of the perks of Diamond and above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted October 9, 2017 #57 Share Posted October 9, 2017 They made us feel very special! Expect nothing and be surprised when you get anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartel11 Posted October 9, 2017 #58 Share Posted October 9, 2017 This thread is getting me excited for our next cruise. We just turned diamond after the last one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare island lady Posted October 9, 2017 #59 Share Posted October 9, 2017 This thread is getting me excited for our next cruise. We just turned diamond after the last one! Congratulations! :) Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyKnott Posted October 9, 2017 #60 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Three free drinks! I'd like to say diamond lounge, but my traveling companions are not diamond, so I tend to not go in there. I've only used the concierge once, 10 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overbrook95 Posted October 9, 2017 #61 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Free drinks at the Diamond Lounge, free pics and balcony discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurspag Posted October 9, 2017 #62 Share Posted October 9, 2017 How many photos do you get? Sent from my SM-G935V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted October 9, 2017 #63 Share Posted October 9, 2017 How many photos do you get? One print per Diamond member. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Dancer Posted October 9, 2017 #64 Share Posted October 9, 2017 How many photos do you get? Sent from my SM-G935V using Forums mobile app One:* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Dancer Posted October 9, 2017 #65 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Dan? Oh how cute!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handbellplayer Posted October 9, 2017 #66 Share Posted October 9, 2017 1) Diamond Lounge (all times of day) 2) 3 Free Drinks 3) 24 hours of internet (we each use it on different sea days) 4) Balcony Discount (only when the price is comparable to an inside - we are not balcony people) The DL is a really nice spot to relax on bad-weather days - read, eat cookies, drink special coffee..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulette3028 Posted October 9, 2017 #67 Share Posted October 9, 2017 The Free Booze. If they removed the balcony discount it would not cause anyone to look at another cruise line. If they stopped the free drinks you'd see people start booking a heck of a lot more Princess/MSC/NCL I have to disagree.....the balcony discount is important, and if taken away would cause plenty of people to look elsewhere. The DL combined with the drink vouchers during lounge time is nice for us. I like the cappuccino machine that I can use whenever I want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molole Posted October 10, 2017 #68 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Platinums get the balcony discount too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseguy1016 Posted October 10, 2017 #69 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Platinums get the balcony discount too. True. But it is less than half of what Diamond members get. Platinum Balcony Discount When Booking More than 6 Months from Sailing Date: $ 50 * for sailings of 3-5 nights $100* for sailings of 6-9 nights $200* for sailings of 10+ nights Emerald Balcony Discount When Booking More than 6 Months from Sailing Date: $ 75 * for sailings of 3-5 nights $125* for sailings of 6-9 nights $225* for sailings of 10+ nights Diamond Balcony Discount When Booking More than 6 Months from Sailing Date: $125* for sailings of 3-5 nights $225* for sailings of 6-9 nights $325* for sailings of 10+ nights Diamond Plus Balcony Discount When Booking More than 6 Months from Sailing Date: $150* for sailings of 3-5 nights $250* for sailings of 6-9 nights $350* for sailings of 10+ nights Pinnacle Club Balcony Discount When Booking More than 6 Months from Sailing Date: $175* for sailings of 3-5 nights $275* for sailings of 6-9 nights $375* for sailings of 10+ nights Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted October 10, 2017 #70 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I have to disagree.....the balcony discount is important, and if taken away would cause plenty of people to look elsewhere. The DL combined with the drink vouchers during lounge time is nice for us. I like the cappuccino machine that I can use whenever I want. I rarely disagree with you, but with the volatility in pricing and the games Royal plays with pricing, this seems less important to me (But I make sure they apply it ;)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBX-Cruisers Posted October 10, 2017 #71 Share Posted October 10, 2017 YOU are a truly dedicated wife. HOWEVER, maybe I should tell your husband (to save you from all that effort) that he could order virgin drinks with those same coupons and a virgin Bloody Mary or a tonic with lime. What I will be drinking on our next cruises using those same tickets (to save my wife from all that effort)!:halo: Love going to the Diamond Lounge. The three drinks are great especially since my husband can’t drink (due to medications)and I force myself to use some of his!! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulette3028 Posted October 10, 2017 #72 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I rarely disagree with you, but with the volatility in pricing and the games Royal plays with pricing, this seems less important to me (But I make sure they apply it ;)) I have to agree with your point about 'the volatility in pricing' and that the balcony discount usage is important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Williamsburgcruiser Posted October 10, 2017 #73 Share Posted October 10, 2017 The Diamond lounge.... The 3 free drinks on the card each day - because that's about all I need in the evening. Hubby still gets the drink package, and I'm not a fan that they'll now make both of us get it - because we were not abusers, and it is disappointing how many people were. And I really did not know about the balcony discount! Probably because we are always interior folks - and have had an outside balcony once - and it was "ok" but hardly used - but we did really enjoy the central park balcony for "people watching" and used that more - and would book that again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeCoralCruiser Posted October 10, 2017 #74 Share Posted October 10, 2017 For us, the DL and all its amenities; light breakfast, fancy coffee machine, quiet place during the day (favorite DLs are those with ocean or ship views), pre-dinner and/or post-dinner drinks and snacks with quite a few great people we've met. We've also met some fantastic concierges and servers who enjoy interacting with passengers. They tend to open up if you take the time to get to know them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygirl74 Posted October 10, 2017 #75 Share Posted October 10, 2017 The D or Concierge lounge...only place I could get my smoked salmon every morning. Love popping in to get a latte late afternoon before getting ready for dinner. Balcony discount can help but when you are doing a B2B, it doesn't always help. Pictures are a plus...after this many years, we probably would not be buying any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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