Shopping on-board

[serena_17]

Hi,

 

We're sailing on the Rhapsody in November and I have a question about shopping on board:

 

What can we buy on board in terms of duty free and how do prices compare with on-shore? We're thinking in terms of ipods (Christmas presents) and cameras.

 

 

Thanks,

[cruiserbryce]

yes shopping on board is duty free...the prices are pretty good...just depends on what you want...I havent bought much jewelry on board...we just seem to get better prices dealing with the people in the ports...there is more flexibity with prices...

[ckrobyn]

Hi,

 

We're sailing on the Rhapsody in November and I have a question about shopping on board:

 

What can we buy on board in terms of duty free and how do prices compare with on-shore? We're thinking in terms of ipods (Christmas presents) and cameras.

 

 

Thanks,

 

Lots of cameras for sale at decent prices - haven't seen any Ipods yet though.

[flsun]

Just returned from the Adventure of the Seas and was surprised to see that NO RETURNS are made onboard. In all the years I've shopped on board, I've only returned one thing - no problem. Now, all jewelry must be sent to their office in Miami for reimbursement. A lady at our table tried to return something after just 4 hours and was told she had to mail it to Miami.

 

Lesson learned - the "100% guarantee" is still in place through their home office and your efforts. Shop wisely.

[PhoenixCruiser]

Do research on prices before your cruise. Sometimes they are not the cheapest. Look into warranties as well.

 

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[serena_17]

Hi,

 

Thanks for getting back to me - I think I'll get the camera etc, beforehand and only rely on the onboard stores for perfumes and perhaps some jewellery ;)