dmdicato Posted July 4, 2008 #1 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Are "wine flights" available on all RCCL ships? If so, can someone please elaborate a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derf5585 Posted July 4, 2008 #2 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Wine flights, also sometimes referred to as tasting flights, are tastings of multiple wines, in order to get a feel for breadth or depth. Wine flights are usually intended for those new to the experience of tasting wine, or those who want to increase their understanding of a specific region, vintage, or varietal. from http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-wine-flights.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue L Posted July 4, 2008 #3 Share Posted July 4, 2008 If you mean do they have wine tastings, then yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kel3120 Posted July 4, 2008 #4 Share Posted July 4, 2008 We tried one while we were on the Mariner at Vintages, so I would guess that any ship that has that wine bar would offer the same menu with flights. I thought it was a neat way to do your own little tasting. There were quite a few to choose from, and they were offered with different categories like Merlots or California wines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan_In_Maine Posted July 4, 2008 #5 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Great idea, I'll have to try it this time. I like wines, but have no idea on kinds, etc. Great way to learn. Jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derf5585 Posted July 4, 2008 #6 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Do they have beer fights also? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdicato Posted July 4, 2008 Author #7 Share Posted July 4, 2008 If you mean do they have wine tastings, then yes. Sue. Thanks for clarifying! I don't think that "derf5585" understood my original question. I knew what "wine flights" were, but I was curious as to if they are available on all RCCL ships. I've been on several cruises, but evidently not the right ones! Darlene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derf5585 Posted July 4, 2008 #8 Share Posted July 4, 2008 I don't think that "derf5585" understood my original question. I did not know what "Whine flights" were so I oogled it found out. I thought others might knot now so I posted it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39august Posted July 4, 2008 #9 Share Posted July 4, 2008 I know that Mariner and Navigator offer wine flights in the wine bar, Vintages. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mydnite Posted July 4, 2008 #10 Share Posted July 4, 2008 I wish they did martini flights! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anteldel Posted July 4, 2008 #11 Share Posted July 4, 2008 We had a complimentary martini flight once at a hotel in Boston. It was either 4 or 5 mini size martinis in different flavors (chocolate, watermelon, apple, I forget the others). Of course we followed it up with a full-size in our favorite flavor. mmmm One martini, Two martini, Three martini, floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derf5585 Posted July 4, 2008 #12 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Do they have food fights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charleysmom Posted July 4, 2008 #13 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Do they have food fights? Only after that third martini! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SherriZ366 Posted July 4, 2008 #14 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Sue.Thanks for clarifying! I don't think that "derf5585" understood my original question. I knew what "wine flights" were, but I was curious as to if they are available on all RCCL ships. I've been on several cruises, but evidently not the right ones! Darlene Wine flights are offered in Vintages, the wine bar that is on Navigator, Mariner, Freedom, Liberty and Independence. They had a very good selection of flights -- grouped obviously by type of wine and also I think by vineyard. Our Diamond coupon book had a coupon for 75% off the second flight. Don't know about the other coupon books. We have done flights a couple of times on Navigator and Mariner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdicato Posted July 4, 2008 Author #15 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Sherri, I appreciate knowing all of the extras. We've been on several cruises, but evidently none that have these wine-flights. We were on the Grandeur last August and have a repeat on it, but in the opposite direction, later this month. I'm hoping! Darlene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwbrad Posted July 4, 2008 #16 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Is it a set price, or is it priced by type of wine? Never done one and now I am curious, sounds like something I would like to try out when we are on the Mariner next month. Also, are they only at select times, or anytime Vintages is open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SherriZ366 Posted July 4, 2008 #17 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Is it a set price, or is it priced by type of wine? Never done one and now I am curious, sounds like something I would like to try out when we are on the Mariner next month. Also, are they only at select times, or anytime Vintages is open? The flights are a set price but I'm not sure if different prices are set for different flights. Vintages opens at 1 PM most days and stays open unitl 1 AM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SherriZ366 Posted July 4, 2008 #18 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Sherri,I appreciate knowing all of the extras. We've been on several cruises, but evidently none that have these wine-flights. We were on the Grandeur last August and have a repeat on it, but in the opposite direction, later this month. I'm hoping! Darlene You're welcome -- you should consider one of the ships I mentioned for a future cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdicato Posted July 5, 2008 Author #19 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Sherri, We were on the Mariner a few years back, but I don't recall them having one of the Vintage bars...or the wine-flights...at that time. Hind-sight is wonderful! Darlene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdoster Posted July 5, 2008 #20 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Have enjoyed the information here...have done several wine tastings....looking forward to a wine flights! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kel3120 Posted July 5, 2008 #21 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Is it a set price, or is it priced by type of wine? Never done one and now I am curious, sounds like something I would like to try out when we are on the Mariner next month. Also, are they only at select times, or anytime Vintages is open? I remember that they were all priced differently according to the wine that was offered. If my memory is correct, there was one that was more of an upscale offering so it was more expensive than all of the rest. They are all just listed in the Vintages menu, so I'm sure you could just order them at any time (Vintages is located in the promonade). The bartender just poured the glasses of wines that were listed for that flight. It was kind of cool because for us, they poured the four glasses and they had this special tool that lifted all of them over onto the bar in front of you all at once. Let me know if you have any more questions. I know I saw the Vintages menu posted online, but I can't seem to find it now. If I do, I will post that too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kel3120 Posted July 5, 2008 #22 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Here's the menu that I found on webshots: http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2349855330069108448aOoYbv http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2822402450069108448Cjxcon http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2685091290069108448KLlBLL That should give you a better idea of what is offered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crt37 Posted July 5, 2008 #23 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I did not know what "Whine flights" were so I oogled it found out. I thought others might knot now so I posted it. Oh, well...hic...thanks for goobering it...hic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidznp Posted July 5, 2008 #24 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I did not know what "Whine flights" were so I oogled it found out. I thought others might knot now so I posted it. Aren't these the ones where you are seated on the plane in the middle of 2 families with 3 kids each that whine throughout the flight, kick the back of your seat and "pop up" over your seat back to "scare" you--if so, I have certainly experienced them:p :D :eek: ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdoster Posted July 5, 2008 #25 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Does Voyager have a Vintages? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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