What's the point of the gelato stand (~$5) when ice cream is free at the buffet?

[fstuff1]

And the classic drink package doesn't cover gelato.

 

Sure, Elites and above get 1 free scoop per cruise.

And I guess premium drink holders don't have to wait till the buffet is open.

 

But overall, what's the point since ice cream is free?

 

[jelayne]

Gelato and ice cream are 2 different things.  
Here some info

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gelato

Edited September 11, 2021 by jelayne

[5waldos]

I wondered that. I mean- gelato is great but wouldn't top my list of things to go after on a cruise. I suppose I'll have my one free scoop but even that is simply- odd. And how do you prove that you have any ranking- do they hand out coupons for the scoop? 

[jelayne]

1 minute ago, 5waldos said:

I wondered that. I mean- gelato is great but wouldn't top my list of things to go after on a cruise. I suppose I'll have my one free scoop but even that is simply- odd. And how do you prove that you have any ranking- do they hand out coupons for the scoop? 

Discounts and freebies are loaded on your sea pass

[LGW59]

9 minutes ago, fstuff1 said:

And the classic drink package doesn't cover gelato.

 

Sure, Elites and above get 1 free scoop per cruise.

And I guess premium drink holders don't have to wait till the buffet is open.

 

But overall, what's the point since ice cream is free?

 

Because some people prefer gelato and have no issue with the $5 cost

[LGW59]

6 minutes ago, 5waldos said:

I wondered that. I mean- gelato is great but wouldn't top my list of things to go after on a cruise. I suppose I'll have my one free scoop but even that is simply- odd. And how do you prove that you have any ranking- do they hand out coupons for the scoop? 

Wondering why you would even spend any time thinking about free ice cream v $ gelato.  Gett your free gelato scoop then enjoy your free ice cream, because it does not top your list, pretty obvious they would not offer it if there no demand.

[cruisestitch]

Why sell premium tea when teabags are free?

 

why sell espresso when coffee is free?

 

I think we all  know the answer.

[goofysmom99]

And the rum raisin is worth $5....the raisins are soaked in rum.  Mmmm....

[CynthiaP]

Ice cream is for lunch. Gelato is for a sea day. 😀

[hcat]

7 minutes ago, cruisestitch said:

Why sell premium tea when teabags are free?

 

why sell espresso when coffee is free?

 

I think we all  know the answer.

Yes please to gelato and  Tea Forte

[Silkroad]

25 minutes ago, fstuff1 said:

Sure, Elites and above get 1 free scoop per cruise.

I think it’s Select and above. 

[LGW59]

15 minutes ago, Silkroad said:

I think it’s Select and above. 

At one cruise per year I’ll never be select or above, but more than happy to pay 5 bucks for a gelato.

[Seany527]

I thought classic members got 1 free scoop but away...

Flash back one month ago on the equinox and the icecream on that cruise was hands down some of the best icecream I’ve had in my life. 

Just got off the Edge today and I was shocked to see some of my favorite flavors like Peanut Butter and Caramel were only offered in gelato form, directly at the buffet.  I know Icecream and gelato are two different things, but overall concept is the same and to charge for it when within the same case other flavors are free, it’s just tacky. 

[LGW59]

5 minutes ago, Seany527 said:

I thought classic members got 1 free scoop but away...

Flash back one month ago on the equinox and the icecream on that cruise was hands down some of the best icecream I’ve had in my life. 

Just got off the Edge today and I was shocked to see some of my favorite flavors like Peanut Butter and Caramel were only offered in gelato form, directly at the buffet.  I know Icecream and gelato are two different things, but overall concept is the same and to charge for it when within the same case other flavors are free, it’s just tacky. 

How much did it cost you?

[taylortime05]

1 hour ago, fstuff1 said:

And the classic drink package doesn't cover gelato.

 

Sure, Elites and above get 1 free scoop per cruise.

And I guess premium drink holders don't have to wait till the buffet is open.

 

But overall, what's the point since ice cream is free?

 

I didn't think the premium beverage package included gelato.  

[GeorgiaPeach51]

43 minutes ago, goofysmom99 said:

And the rum raisin is worth $5....the raisins are soaked in rum.  Mmmm....

Made me laugh!  But I have to say that the thought of raisins in ice cream just makes me shudder.  Now, if it was pecans....  

 

Joanie

[LGW59]

1 hour ago, fstuff1 said:

And the classic drink package doesn't cover gelato.

 

Sure, Elites and above get 1 free scoop per cruise.

And I guess premium drink holders don't have to wait till the buffet is open.

 

But overall, what's the point since ice cream is free?

 

Lol honestly 🙄

[ScubesDad]

59 minutes ago, cruisestitch said:

Why sell premium tea when teabags are free?

 

why sell espresso when coffee is free?

 

I think we all  know the answer.

 

Exactly.

 

You can get cofbfee at any restaurant, gas station and convenience store, how does Starbucks stay in business.

[Covepointcruiser]

If you can’t tell the difference between ice cream and gelato, then don’t pay for gelato.   If you have the premium package you are still allowed to get only ice cream and skip the gelato.  That way there will be more gelato for those of us who prefer it.

[Oxo]

Another pointless, useless perk joke. How many people value this perk? On the Edge the ice cream/Gelato is in the Ocean View Cafe . 

[LGW59]

4 minutes ago, Oxo said:

Another pointless, useless perk joke. How many people value this perk? On the Edge the ice cream/Gelato is in the Ocean View Cafe . 

Loaded question bud, the elite, elite +, zenith, good lord free gelato (or I think loss of the $5 perk) sends them over the edge…

[Oxo]

5 minutes ago, LGW59 said:

Loaded question bud, the elite, elite +, zenith, good lord free gelato (or I think loss of the $5 perk) sends them over the edge…

When you really add up the perks value they are minimal. Breakfast, Gelato, Happy hour, internet. With AI  those perks are valueless.

[Seany527]

56 minutes ago, LGW59 said:

How much did it cost you?

I think $3 and chance for one scoop and $7 for 2 scoops. 

[runnerandme]

We used our free Gelato perks, Rum Raisin is the best. We also had the regular ice cream and it was good also. Gelato is better than regular ice cream (imho). I would not hesitate to pay $5 for a treat. My DH would not as he does not feel there is a difference. All about choices. I like the perk but would not be upset if it is discontinued.

[mom says]

2 hours ago, fstuff1 said:

 

But overall, what's the point since ice cream is free?

 

Have you ever tasted the difference between ice cream and Gelato? Is there a difference between a straight up well liquor and a premium brand? Is there a difference between instant Nescafe and a good espressso? If you can't tell the difference, then stick with the free stuff. If you appreciate the difference then you'll also appreciate why the price difference.

 

I have a friend with a store that sells artisinal ice cream and Gelato in summer. And even though the Gelato costs a fair bit more, it vastly outsells the ice cream. People (at least some) don't mind paying more for a better product

Edited September 12, 2021 by mom says