Vacaylover1240 Posted February 3, 2020 #1 Share Posted February 3, 2020 we have $500 in shipboard credits. what is the best way to use them? I know excursions aren't always a wise choice thru the cruise lines but not sure we're interested in the specialty restaurants. We're cruising on the Edge. I know we can use them towards the Spa as well. We already have a free prem. bev. pkg and gratuities and internet also free with our package. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Raider Posted February 3, 2020 #2 Share Posted February 3, 2020 I love spending them in the iLounge onboard, preferably on an Apple product. Duty free! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted February 3, 2020 #3 Share Posted February 3, 2020 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Vacaylover1240 said: we have $500 in shipboard credits. what is the best way to use them? I know excursions aren't always a wise choice thru the cruise lines but not sure we're interested in the specialty restaurants. We're cruising on the Edge. I know we can use them towards the Spa as well. We already have a free prem. bev. pkg and gratuities and internet also free with our package. Any ideas? Here is a list of things you can spend your OBC on. The list was put together by another poster. Acupuncture Airport transfers Alcove Rental (some ships) Apple products etc. and Ilounge classes Art Auctions Babysitting Barber Shop services (Edge only) Beverages -- Alcoholic, carbonated soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas, bottled water Bingo Bottles of wine Casino Chef’s Table Duty free liquor and cigarettes Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants Extend Your Stay program Fitness classes Flowers Gelato Gift shop souvenirs, purses, cosmetics, clothing, jewelry, etc. Gratuities, and extra gratuities Guests dining with you in Luminae (applies to Suite Passengers only) Guest entertainers' CD's and DVD's Hair and nail salon Hollywood hot glass experiences (some ships) Internet Laundry/pressing/drycleaning Luggage Valet Martini Flights Medical Center purchases (but not treatments) Mini bar Portrait photo sessions Pay-per-view movies Persian Gardens passes Photos & cameras Room service up charge items, and late night delivery fee Shore Excursions Shuttle to town (some ports) Spa -- massages and treatments Specialty restaurants Teeth Whitening Telephone calls using ship's system Transfer to another passenger's account Voyage in Review DVD Wine and liquor tastings Zumba Edited February 3, 2020 by davekathy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenevenpar Posted February 3, 2020 #4 Share Posted February 3, 2020 I can assure you that my DW has never had trouble using any amount of OBC, and then some. 😎 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaBag Posted February 3, 2020 #5 Share Posted February 3, 2020 First of all, find out if any of the OBC is refundable. If it is, it will go back on your credit card. if it is all given by Celebrity and therefore, nonrefundable, shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinbud Posted February 3, 2020 #6 Share Posted February 3, 2020 (edited) 30 minutes ago, davekathy said: Here is a list of things you can spend your OBC on. The list was put together by another poster. Acupuncture Airport transfers Alcove Rental (some ships) Apple products etc. and Ilounge classes Art Auctions Babysitting Barber Shop services (Edge only) Beverages -- Alcoholic, carbonated soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas, bottled water Bingo Bottles of wine Casino Chef’s Table Duty free liquor and cigarettes Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants Extend Your Stay program Fitness classes Flowers Gelato Gift shop souvenirs, purses, cosmetics, clothing, jewelry, etc. Gratuities, and extra gratuities Guests dining with you in Luminae (applies to Suite Passengers only) Guest entertainers' CD's and DVD's Hair and nail salon Hollywood hot glass experiences (some ships) Internet Laundry/pressing/drycleaning Luggage Valet Martini Flights Medical Center purchases (but not treatments) Mini bar Portrait photo sessions Pay-per-view movies Persian Gardens passes Photos & cameras Room service up charge items, and late night delivery fee Shore Excursions Shuttle to town (some ports) Spa -- massages and treatments Specialty restaurants Teeth Whitening Telephone calls using ship's system Transfer to another passenger's account Voyage in Review DVD Wine and liquor tastings Zumba Edited February 3, 2020 by cruizinbud error Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny01 Posted February 3, 2020 #7 Share Posted February 3, 2020 See if I can join your cruise and buy we drinks each day!!! OK, take a look at some of the excursions, some ship ones are fine to take. Or go with the Apple store idea. Den Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinbud Posted February 3, 2020 #8 Share Posted February 3, 2020 I have never seen "Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants" Going on our 18th cruise with Celebrity next week. Is this something new in the past few months? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 3, 2020 #9 Share Posted February 3, 2020 If you gamble you can prebuy chips or slot machine play, nice deal use 50 dollars and get 55 in chips , bought a few hundred last year and for our cruise next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lola2013 Posted February 3, 2020 #10 Share Posted February 3, 2020 $500 just might cover the cost of an Edge t-shirt! 😆 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phxazzcruisers Posted February 3, 2020 #11 Share Posted February 3, 2020 we would use it on some of the excursions and then head to the iLounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaudiaB Posted February 3, 2020 #12 Share Posted February 3, 2020 Start with upgrading from classic to premium drink package if that's your interest. Go to the specialties! We always consider it part of the whole cruise experience. A wine paired special dinner is wonderful. I got a Michael Kors bag two cruises ago when we realized the last night that we had $350 in non refundable credit left. I wouldn't have normally gotten it but honestly it's my go-to bag when I want a black bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hrhdhd Posted February 3, 2020 #13 Share Posted February 3, 2020 1 hour ago, cruizinbud said: I have never seen "Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants" Going on our 18th cruise with Celebrity next week. Is this something new in the past few months? There was something for an extra cost on the Tuscan Grille menu in December, but I don't remember what it was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted February 3, 2020 #14 Share Posted February 3, 2020 1 hour ago, cruizinbud said: I have never seen "Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants" Going on our 18th cruise with Celebrity next week. Is this something new in the past few months? No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted February 3, 2020 #15 Share Posted February 3, 2020 My choices Nice handbag( s) ...jewelry.....spa....photos 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiccups Posted February 3, 2020 #16 Share Posted February 3, 2020 We upgraded from Premium to the Drinks and More package for the casino credit and minibar access. I agree that at regular price excursions aren't generally the way to go, but X often has sales. We booked some excursions when they were on sale--things like a $20-25 island tour, or the "Behind the Scenes" ship's tour when it was $50 PP. If we don't see anything we like in the shops, we'll book a specialty restaurant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelayne Posted February 3, 2020 #17 Share Posted February 3, 2020 2 hours ago, cruizinbud said: I have never seen "Extra cost entrees and other items in Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants" Going on our 18th cruise with Celebrity next week. Is this something new in the past few months? There have extra charge room service items for a number of years, example steak & eggs. The specialities also have up-charge items, we haven’t been in the MDR so not sure about up-charge items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted February 3, 2020 #18 Share Posted February 3, 2020 2 hours ago, George C said: If you gamble you can prebuy chips or slot machine play, nice deal use 50 dollars and get 55 in chips , bought a few hundred last year and for our cruise next week. Can we cash out when ever then too and get some of the OBC back in cash? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 3, 2020 #19 Share Posted February 3, 2020 4 minutes ago, Kylie said: Can we cash out when ever then too and get some of the OBC back in cash? You need to play chips, when or if you win you then get chips you can cash out. Can always bet both red and black on roulette and a couple of chips on green and then you know you will get money back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Alsmez Posted February 3, 2020 #20 Share Posted February 3, 2020 52 minutes ago, George C said: You need to play chips, when or if you win you then get chips you can cash out. Can always bet both red and black on roulette and a couple of chips on green and then you know you will get money back Unfortunately they are onto this game, and will no longer allow one gambler to place promotional chips on both red and black on a single spin. We had quite a bit of non-refundable OBC on our last cruise and were able to turn most of it into cash by playing roulette, but it was sheer luck because of this rule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 3, 2020 #21 Share Posted February 3, 2020 4 minutes ago, Alsmez said: Unfortunately they are onto this game, and will no longer allow one gambler to place promotional chips on both red and black on a single spin. We had quite a bit of non-refundable OBC on our last cruise and were able to turn most of it into cash by playing roulette, but it was sheer luck because of this rule. Could get my wife to bet red and I could bet black, I like to gamble so this does not effect me. Hopefully the casino will be kind to me in 11 days on the infinity, also have a 25 dollar chip I forgot to cash in last year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Alsmez Posted February 3, 2020 #22 Share Posted February 3, 2020 1 minute ago, George C said: Could get my wife to bet red and I could bet black We didn't try this, but the dealer at our table was asking for everyone's room number when they sat to play, so I'm guessing they would realize you are together and not allow it. Do report back though - I'd love to know if it works out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
first mate Posted February 3, 2020 #23 Share Posted February 3, 2020 I agree with others...go to the iLounge. We bought Apple watches last year on the Edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted February 6, 2020 #24 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Cruzinbud..... here is a page from the Tuscan menu, extra charge items are at bottom right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdnich Posted February 8, 2020 #25 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I know this is probably been asked before but can use some onboard credit to put a deposit on a future cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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